The Elder Expanse is made up of multiple conflicted lands.
Those of
Elderhaven,
North Sword Coast and
Gurnruhm recognize the Expanse and its rule by the Emperor; those outside of those regions do not.
Elmwood Grove , or rather those inhabiting it, give no preference for or against, and instead keep themselves away from conflicts wherever possible.
Those of
Evereska,
Vomar,
Drakkenbone ,
Springglen, and %Unknown Locale 11% do not recognize the Expanse, nor its rule by the Emperor.
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