Norga-Krangrel
Norga-Krangrel (population unknown) is bordered by Korak and
Ek’Kasel to the north and east, respectively. In hobgoblin, NorgaKrangrel means “cornerstone,” and the hobgoblins believe their land to be sacred. Hobgoblin legend states that the first hobgoblin was
created under the mountains at the head of the Ek’Ridar River. At
that site, an immense temple exists in the midst of a great city,
Rinukagh, carved from the living rock of the mountain. Blacksoul is
said to appear in the temple every twenty years to select a new king
from the smartest and fiercest of his loyal followers.
Krokal-Marg, the current hobgoblin king, is one of the best tacticians ever to assume the throne. He has led several successful
campaigns against Ek’Kasel and even recaptured some land from
Korak. He rules with an iron fist and the loyalty of his generals is
absolute. He cares little for his subjects’ well being, but is smart
enough to realize that an angry populace will lead to revolution.
Krokal-Marg tells stories of the great hobgoblin kingdom of Krukma-Kali to keep his people enraged at Korak and Ek’Kasel. He has recently been amassing troops in expectation of a major assault by
Korak.
The economy of Norga-Krangrel is fragile and extremely simple. It
is based almost entirely on barter and trade. The coinage that is
minted is used by the King’s merchants to purchase needed raw
materials from foreigners, usually giants, kobolds or other humanoids
living in the Elenons. Slaves and prisoners of war farm most of the
land. The fertile area produces wheat in large quantities. Krangi merchants often trade wheat to the Brolenese or Prompeldians for
slaves.
All hobgoblins are welcome within Norga-Krangrel; humans and
other humanoids are only found in isolated sections of the towns.
Norga-Krangrel is a dangerous place. The court system is very intricate and many alleged criminals die in prison before ever getting a
trial.
The Church of Endless Night is the national temple of NorgaKrangrel, but all lawful evil religions except the Courts of Inequity
have large congregations. The Temple of Armed Conflict has a particularly large and fanatical following among the military and its leaders.
Other evil religions, the Way of the Berserk, Parish of the Prolific
Coin and the Fraternal Order of Aptitude have smaller followings.
The hobgoblins will not tolerate any other religions within their
country.
The military of Norga-Krangrel is thought to be immense,
although exact numbers are unknown. Every hobgoblin, male and
female, goes through military training. They are taught to read and
write and how to wield an assortment of weapons.