Lyria & Rivia

Lyria and Rivia is a name used while referring to a confederation of realms in Dol Angra, composed primarily of Lyria and Rivia. Joined for the first time by King Berrikit collapsed and reorganized again a couple times more, which led to saying that "Lyria and Rivia were either at war with each other or conjoined by personal union."
While the region is said to have been populated since ancient times,[the majority of its inhabitants settled here in two waves: the first after the Six Years' War in the 9th century and the second in the 11th, both comprised mainly of war refugees and opponents of Temerian and Cintran rulers. Out of the several principalities and lordships, Lyria and Rivia became prominent. In 1133 Berrik of Lyria ascended the Rivian throne and proclaimed the confederation of both realms. About a generation or two later, King Egon's daughter Impecca married Prince Ceran of Cintra, forging a lasting alliance with the kingdom at the mouth of the Yaruga.One of Berrik's descendants on the throne of Rivia extended his influences to Angren and Riverdell.

Geography and Climate

The realm is adjacent to the Yaruga river and is crossed by the Dol Angra valley. Rivia borders Mahakam to the west and its capital touches the mountain range's easternmost massif, Craag Ros hills. Lyria is famous for its picturesque mountains as well: many mages chose to settle there for their beauty. Valleys between the mountains are fertile, allowing cultivation of fruit and vegetables.
Lyrian winters are mild. Frosts are rare, and snow - should any fall at all - melts the moment it lands.

Society and Culture

While Lyrians and Rivians share a large portion of history, they remain separate nations. Monarchs are assisted by the Council of Peers consisting of lords from both kingdoms. Apart from national differences there are also conflicts between humans and assimilated nonhumans; racial tensions are escalated due to competition the skilled dwarven smiths present to Rivian workers.
Rivians speak the Common Speech with a specific accent unique to themselves. They are distinct enough to face prejudice in other Northern Realms such as Temeria or Aedirn, where they are considered thieves and derogatorily referred to as "Rivs". Lyrians, in turn, are considered good seasonal workers by citizens of wealthier, neighboring kingdoms.

Economy

Lyria is primarily agricultural. It produces delicious fruit, vegetables, meat, and wine. Its picturesque mountains are a good touristic location as well as home to many Nordling mages' summer villas.
Rivia is rather industrial. Its fine workshops and smithies make weapons and wares lauded for quality and craftsmanship. Most of the country's income, however, comes from the assimilated dwarves living in ghettos.

Military

Rivians and Lyrians are considered one of the finest crossbowmen in the Continent.