Kingdom of Valanor
The Kingdom of Valanor based around the river it was named after was one of the successor Akoomite kingdoms founded in the immediate aftermath of the collapsing Empire of Akoom. It however stands alone in policy, law, and governance. It has also worked to widen the river to allow more trade.
Territory
Valanor's territory is only what can be defended from the river, with all its settlements along the banks. The Kingdom only contains two cities, the fortress capital of Jamnaria and the delta fortress of Seagaurd. All the other settlements are villages, farms, or other single structures, all with some sort of dock.Govement structure
The kingdom is a dynastic theocracy ruled over by a High Fylkir, a title not recognized by any other paladin outside the kingdom. Inside the kingdom, however, he holds absolute authority. These are descended from High Fylkir Gorbad who founded the kingdom. The position is passed through the male line descendants starting with the oldest son. Below the High Fylkir is the high council, a group of five councilors, made up entirely of clerics and paladins, that run the basics of the kingdom. Each position has specific duties and also advises the High Fylkir. The local cleric normally governs the smaller settlements in the kingdom. The Kingdom follows the Akoomite religion with strict adherence. A shrine to Akoom exists in every village with temples in both cities. No other faith is allowed to establish itself within the kingdom, though travelers can practice their own faith in private.Military
Like other Akoomite kingdoms, Valanor has a standing army of Paladins. These are structured into three fists, one at each city with the third patrolling the river. Each village also has a militia to help defend it and the surrounding farms. It also holds a reasonable fleet to secure its coast, though this is no match for any of the other naval powers.Econamy
The Kingdom's main source of income comes from taxation and tolls for those crossing the river between the Blessed Plains and Lowlands. It is mainly an agrarian society however with most of the wealth being held by a small wealthy Orc elite. This has resulted in most villages being simple mud brick and wooden buildings with a stone shrine. These villages supply the capital with most of its needs, with only a few special luxuries imported.
Founding Date
39 Rapha, 133 Blood
Capital
Demonym
Valanarians
Government System
Monarchy, Theocratic
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