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Emperor Jaehaerys II Caenennis rules from Dragonpeak, and with an iron fist crushes all who oppose him. After the recent execution of Lord Aylard of Farfront, the Roberholds of the South and Chanallons of the West raise their flags in rebellion. And in the North, Sentinel Aimar Timbermour declares the Northern Marches an independent confederacy, taking the ancient title of High King. And last but certainly not least, Sentinel Juras Zaidli claims that the Emperor is an abomination and a heretic, and with the help of the Archbishops of Asmela, declares the Holy Principality of Asmela revived. With Emperor Jaehaerys II massacring any of the rebels' subjects found in the Heartlands and sending his soldiers out against any unfortunate enough to be caught in his rage, foreign eyes look towards the rich Destriustanian soils. While the Empire's turmoil may prove profitable for some, it is certainly a great opportunity for Lords and mercenaries to gain wealth, land, and followers.
Hello, and welcome to With Steel and Fire! As you can see from the opening paragraph, this is a civil war RP in Destriustan. Now, since I've neglected to make a factbook on Imperial Geography, here's a nice little description of each Province's geography.
The Heartlands: The Heartlands are a very mountainous and rocky region, with several of the most important cities being built into dead volcanoes. While there is some fertile land used for growing crops, the Heartlands get most of their food from trade with the East and through raising tithes on their vassals in the South. The river of Black Rill runs around the capital of Dragonpeak, providing the inhabitants with freshwater fish and a free moat. There are a few active volcanoes, however, and due to this the Heartlands are the only Province that can breed and ride Dragons.
The Southern Imperial Cities: Often called the "Gilded Cities," due to their wealth and vast fields of wheat, the South is ruled by King Eilmund Roberhold, the former Sentinel of the South. With the province being entirely made up of plains, Southrons grow large wheat fields that support the Empire along with their province. Their capital of Roberhold is built on the border with the Imperium of Venator, so many nobles wear the fine silks of their neighbors to show their wealth. The Order of the Gold Star, based in Roberhold, are an elite knightly order that make up the entirety of the South's military, consisting of heavy cavalry, shock cavalry, light cavalry, and a few Drake riders from the Heartlands.
The Northern Marches: Snowy tundras make up the entirety of the Northern Marches, with a few snow-capped mountains. The people of the Marches have made the best of their situation and use the terrain to their advantage, with their soldiers being mostly heavy infantry and skirmishers. Their is no capital per se, but its wealthiest city, Hjallvarsted, is the home of the majority of their government, city-state representatives, and the royal family.
The Eastern Imperial Territory of Asmela: Asmela is a very warm, dangerous, desert land, with their cities being located either on the coastline or by an oasis. Their people are very religious, being led officially by Prince Silvestras XVIII, but in reality are led by the Council of Archbishops. Their soldiers consist mainly of light infantry, archers, and camel riders.
The Western Baronies: The Western Baronies' politics are almost as deadly as their soldiers, renowned for their heavy plate armor, deadly crossbows, and giant warhorses. The terrain favors their military immensely, with open plains and corridors peppering the landscape. Though they boast the most powerful military, each noble controls a part of it, constantly using it to harass their rivals, and the constant infighting means they couldn't care less about the affairs of their neighbors.
Rules:
1. No metagaming or godmodding. Obviously.
2. Keep all OOC stuff in here.
3. My word is law.
4. Only ONE Noble house per player.
5. Have fun.
The Heartlands: The Heartlands are a very mountainous and rocky region, with several of the most important cities being built into dead volcanoes. While there is some fertile land used for growing crops, the Heartlands get most of their food from trade with the East and through raising tithes on their vassals in the South. The river of Black Rill runs around the capital of Dragonpeak, providing the inhabitants with freshwater fish and a free moat. There are a few active volcanoes, however, and due to this the Heartlands are the only Province that can breed and ride Dragons.
The Southern Imperial Cities: Often called the "Gilded Cities," due to their wealth and vast fields of wheat, the South is ruled by King Eilmund Roberhold, the former Sentinel of the South. With the province being entirely made up of plains, Southrons grow large wheat fields that support the Empire along with their province. Their capital of Roberhold is built on the border with the Imperium of Venator, so many nobles wear the fine silks of their neighbors to show their wealth. The Order of the Gold Star, based in Roberhold, are an elite knightly order that make up the entirety of the South's military, consisting of heavy cavalry, shock cavalry, light cavalry, and a few Drake riders from the Heartlands.
The Northern Marches: Snowy tundras make up the entirety of the Northern Marches, with a few snow-capped mountains. The people of the Marches have made the best of their situation and use the terrain to their advantage, with their soldiers being mostly heavy infantry and skirmishers. Their is no capital per se, but its wealthiest city, Hjallvarsted, is the home of the majority of their government, city-state representatives, and the royal family.
The Eastern Imperial Territory of Asmela: Asmela is a very warm, dangerous, desert land, with their cities being located either on the coastline or by an oasis. Their people are very religious, being led officially by Prince Silvestras XVIII, but in reality are led by the Council of Archbishops. Their soldiers consist mainly of light infantry, archers, and camel riders.
The Western Baronies: The Western Baronies' politics are almost as deadly as their soldiers, renowned for their heavy plate armor, deadly crossbows, and giant warhorses. The terrain favors their military immensely, with open plains and corridors peppering the landscape. Though they boast the most powerful military, each noble controls a part of it, constantly using it to harass their rivals, and the constant infighting means they couldn't care less about the affairs of their neighbors.
Rules:
1. No metagaming or godmodding. Obviously.
2. Keep all OOC stuff in here.
3. My word is law.
4. Only ONE Noble house per player.
5. Have fun.
Applications
Note- Since I have neither the time nor patience to make minor noble houses, mercenaries, local leaders, or individual towns and cities most of what you put in your apps can be made up, so long as its not OP.
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