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where the bulk of the book begins, is the largest country in all Acleron. It is a European-like nation ruled by a monarchy. It has been under the sovereign reign of the Whitehart family for nearly twenty generations. The northern part of the country is known for its coffee and chocolate. The western part ofContinue reading “Iskenderun”

vary through the countries and cultures across Terra. Cynsely, home of the medical academy, leads Terra in all things related to the health and well-being of its citizens. This country has the most advanced water system both supplying and waste-water treatment. Their waste disposal and postmortem protocols are mimicked by many of the other countries.Continue reading “Health and Hygiene”

tend to be nearly as extravagant as the midwinter festivities. Many countries host tournaments as part of their celebration. They also, occasionally, host bardic competitions. The festivities last for the better part of the week. There’s always the early harvest available and the finished products from the spring fiber collection. As it is the longestContinue reading “Midsummer Celebrations”

are celebrated all across Terra. Though they are seldom as elaborate as the midwinter or midsummer celebrations. There is always feasting, often provided by the temples of goodly deities for their parishioners, drinking, and dancing. Many couples choose to wed on and around the day. Many wealthy households open their massive and elaborate gardens toContinue reading “Midspring Festivities”

are a fascinating race who have been around since the beginning of time. Their diminutive stature allows them to go unnoticed by most other races. This lends itself to the tendency to take up professions that are less than reputable. They often form, or join thieving guilds. There is only one type of halfling, unlikeContinue reading “Halflings of Terra”

are commonplace throughout all of Terra. Some are renowned, while others are infamous. Most are self-serving. Large cities, especially capitals, are home to one form of mercenary’s guild or another. They put mercenaries in contact with those in need of their services, for a fee, in a safe and neutral space. Some are affiliated withContinue reading “Mercenaries and Bounty Hunters”

are usually members of the mysterious and deadly guild known as The Whisper. They are employed by individuals and organizations across Terra. Most are wildly expensive. However, some work on behalf of the weak and defenseless (though these are few and far between). Since there were societies, monarchies, and other guilds, there was The Whisper.Continue reading “Assassins”

Is not too differnt from shopping in our world. While there are no great elaborate shopping malls to be found, there is one company that comes close. The Adventurers’ Warehouse has sprawling buildings with a myriad items available. Simple items such as arrows and quivers are commonplace enough, and relatively inexpensive. They also have rareContinue reading “Shopping Across Terra”

Comes in a myriad forms across Terra. From herbal and holistic remedies, to magic, to more modern forms, there are few illnesses or injuries that cannot be treated. Argenon, in Cynsely, is considered to be the home of “modern medicine”. They have begun to discover such things as antibiotics, pain medication, and even a fewContinue reading “Medicine”

Are more common in some parts of Terra than in others. As this world offers a wide variety of weathers, climates, and landmasses, there are, as to be expected, a myriad outcomes. The Sol’s Spine mountain range was created by a series of volcanoes that have sine fallen dormant. While there is the occasional rumbleContinue reading “Natural Disasters”