The Sukhrabid Dynasty is a Yuwanist dynasty of Proto-Lamashi origin. The Sukhrabids trace their ancestry to the Proto-Lamashi warlords who fought against the Red Pantheon rebellions and settled in Eudaz. These Proto-Lamashi Eudazeans brought Yuwanism to the region, marrying it to the dominant Edukeshan culture. The Sukhrabids are also credited with uniting the various tribes on the Eudazean periphery, replacing worship of the dead gods with that of Yuwan.

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-Population: 23 million (legal residents, according to census)
-Faction: Yuwanism
-Capital: Zurqar
-Government Type: Theocratic Monarchy

-Government Description: The Sukhrabid Dynasty governs through a system of checks and balances. At the pinnacle of its hierarchy is the Potentate, who exercises total power over the state. His rule is legitimized by his bloodline: a descendant of the Proto-Lamashi warlords that first brought Yuwanism to Eudaz, and those that defeated the adherents of the Old Pantheon's dead gods.
Below the Potentate is a system of bureaucracy and departments put in place to prevent fraud and ensure transparency. Most importantly, this 'safety net' ensures decisions are not made that circumvent the Potentate's approval. Every office is managed by a deputy, who reports directly to the Potentate and keeps records of all actions of the state's officials.
The Potentate keeps his ministers under control by encouraging a competitive environment among his bureaucrats. This has led to a meritocratic society, rather than one based on heritage. Officials are pressured to govern in the best interest of their leader and the state, rather than their own.

-Head of State: Potentate Baraz II
-Currency: Tuman
-Language: The Sukhrabids speak an old Lamashi dialect, incorporating loanwords from Gushawar and Old Edukar. All administrative work is done in Eudazean Lamashi, and fluency is required for anyone wishing to work in a political capacity. It’s taught in most universities and is spoken by a majority of Eudaz’s young, educated population. Many native Edukesh Eudazeans continue to use Old Edukar at home or in a personal capacity. With some hurdles, a speaker of Old Edukar can converse with a speaker of Uudhinite Edukar. Pure Gushawar is heard farther in Eudaz’s eastern regions.


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-Major Locations of Interest:

• Zurqar: The capital of Eudaz and powerbase of the Sukhrabids. This sprawling metropolis has always been the seat of Eudaz's rulers, from the ancient Edukeshans to its Sukhrabid overlords. As a result, it boasts an array of cosmopolitan features in its architecture and culture. Eudazeans can buy goods from the far east from vendors on streets hundreds of thousands years old. Zurqar Palace, namesake of the capital province, sits at the epicenter of the city, a tangle of spires and domes that reach to the sky. Servant homunculi roost among the towers and can be seen darting from the palace to other parts of the city and back. Zurqar also hosts the headquarters of the Ebon Circle, Eudaz's most prominent coven of wizards. Within the confines of their halls, they conduct clandestine rituals and weave spells in Yuwan's name.

• Sarnassa:

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• Caburh:

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-Majority race:

• Humans: The Sukhrabids are descended from Proto-Lamashi warlords, and so bear physical similarities to the modern ruling class in Lamash. However, they did not inherit the same magical blessings following the Astralmachy. Intermingling with the Edukesh peoples has diversified their genetic pool. The native Edukesh Eudazeans are ethnically related to the Uudhinites and Ouroborasians, all having a common Edukeshan background. This archetype is known for dark hair and olive-skin.
  Modern Eudazeans place little emphasis on race, concerned moreso with nationality and tribal affiliation. Other ethnicities are also common, most of them being Yuwanist peoples. Gushawari populations are numerous in the east. Refugees from Ouroborasia and Aberys have settled in Eudaz throughout the last few centuries. Justinian minorities and Red God worshipers can be found in small numbers. The latter usually hides away from public eye.

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-State Religion: Yuwanism
-Patron Deities:
-Religion Demographics:

• 87% Yuwanism
• 10% Red Pantheonism (Axohaan, Ephemem, Ishnanneh)
• 2% Justinianism
• 1% Other

-Holy Relics in Possession:
-Holy Sites under Control:
-Notable Magical Institutions:
-Religious Interpretations/Culture: Worship of Yuwan was introduced to Eudaz over a thousand years ago, after Eudeye's celestial servants failed in their rebellion. Yuwanist warlords brought with them their religion, converting the defeated masses while laying claim to their lands. In the time after the rebellion, after Eudeye had been long dead and Yitizer imprisoned, the Edukesh people had no active gods to call upon. Many gladly turned to Yuwanism to fill this void of faith. With the rest of the Old Pantheon dead, popular belief maintains that Yuwan is the defacto head of the pantheon and deserves to be Materia's one true god. Because of her miraculous survival, she is thought to be the only one capable of standing against Justinian.


-Total Military Size: Approximately 81,000 (standing), 243,000 (in wartime)
-List of Heroes:
-Military Doctrine, Equipment, etc.:
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-Military Units: (including air cavalry and navy)

• Potentate Baraz II
• Grand Vizier Behnam
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-History:



-List of Historical Grievances: WIP
-Relations: WIP
-Cultural Notes: WIP

The Principality of Evernyx
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NATIONAL INFORMATION:
-Population: 21 million. They are mostly made up of humans, Nephthys Elves, the Bastati, and the Dianads
-Faction: Yuwanist
-Capital: Nychta, City of Origin.
-Government Type: Principality
-Government Description: The Nation is ruled over by the Grimoire family. Though theirs is a monarchy, there are no kings, nor even queens – princes and princesses only. Artem is their official Prince Regnant, the ruling prince, given that both his elder siblings forswore the title. Each of his siblings serve critical roles in the defense against the Justinian.

-Head of State: Prince Regnant Artem Grimoire
-Currency: Drachma, a series of coins made of flattened silver or gold. Lower classes will also use the barter system.
-Language(s): Edhelywin Elvish is spoken by a portion of the Elven populace, and the all of the aristocracy. However, they also have their own tongue, known as Nyxtis by the nobility. While ‘shared’ by all citizens of Evernyx, there are subtle differences between the ways the higher and lower classes speak it.

(Short-History Here)

Evernyx once had a King, Fenris Grimoire. It was a small nation once. A small place just barely large enough to warrant notice. For the duration of the First Crusade, by the decree of the King, they had sided with the Justinian forces. But, given that over a third of their population was sent off to battle, and people were still being conscripted and sent off with little more than a pitchfork to fight with, unrest grew quickly. And after the Justinian and Yuwa’s battle was over, their troops were finally recalled. A mere thirty. Thirty men returned to Evernyx.

On seeing this, Princess Rhea could no longer contain her rage. Rousing her siblings, she staged a coup, and slew her father. She then ascended the throne, and proclaimed herself Princess Regnant. Never again would a king or queen step foot in their halls. In the years following, she converted her people to Yuwanism, using a mixture of appeal, threats and preaching.

And once her hold was solidified within her borders, she turned her gaze to beyond them. Evernyx was not the only smaller nation in that region, nor the only one to follow Yuwa. First she began by assimilating those closest to them, through marrying off her siblings and promising great bounty in return for their loyalty. Then it was subtle hints, threats of war, assassinations. The remaining provinces were given the choice of either surrendering to the greatly-increased power of Evernyx, or fighting for their lives. Most surrendered. The rest would fight futilely, like sand against the tide. And on seeing the nation she had created, her hair grey and her face lined with all her years, the Princess Regnant closed her eyes, and rested.

Records of these wars tell of magic Rhea used that would turn a field into an inferno, or armies of creatures that would tear into the ranks of opposing armies, terrifying in power and appearance, only to vanish with the dawn. Though, many of these records were made after the wars themselves, and so their reliability is not certain. However, Rhea does bestow a special kind of power upon those who are most loyal to her. It comes in many forms, and changes with the moon, but is powerful nonetheless.

Evernyx has become recognised as a bastion against the Concilio Union, halting the advance of the false Justice, and as a deterrent for the Empire. Since, their people have grown in number exponentially. An influx of elves from both enemy nations who were willing to sell themselves into slavery in exchange for protection. There was also the migration of the Dianads, a race of canine men from a place far to the north, and the Bastati, felines from the south. While their origins are solely theirs, they are unquestionably loyal, and believe that by serving the descendants of Rhea, they will be rewarded upon death.

In recent years, though, Evernyx has come across several instabilities. Among them was the rise and fall of Prince Regnant Nathair, the breaking of traditions, battles and losses with the Concilio Union and the Empire of Zul. And the new, shaky, alliance of the dragon known as Mania. Both necessity and risk to the other Yuwanist states, they cross several boundaries their allies are uncomfortable or disapproving of, but undeniably needed for the survival of Evernyx.

UNIQUE ATTRIBUTE INFORMATION:
(In here, list a number of interesting factoids about your nation that makes it what it is. This could be specific cultural practices, certain applications of military technology, a unique government form, a signature magic style or certain locations. Overall, here is where you should ‘fluff out’ as well as make note of special advantages or disadvantages you have. It is expected that you should have at least one advantage and one disadvantage. I will monitor this section closely to ensure fairness)
Disclaimer: Your 'unique' attributes may not actually be unique.

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION:

-Major Locations of Interest:

• The Emerald Spire – The resting place of Rhea, first princess Regnant, and now her place of divine residence. It is also the Paladin’s base of operations.
• Nychta – Capital city of Evernyx, and location of the royal palace.
• Serpents’ Woods – Forbidden to most of the population, the Serpents’ Woods is rumoured to be one of the few places that the ‘Overlays’ still exist in Evernyx. In reality, the Serpents’ Woods is the main base of operations for Princess Shara and the Dusk Guard.
• The Fortress – The location of the great battle five years ago, known as the Fortress of Norsal to some. Though technically still within the Principality’s borders, they lost control of it alongside the skirmish.

RACIAL INFORMATION:
-HUMANS: 51% - Approx. 12.8 million. The most common race. Roughly a quarter of the human population are slaves, whereas the rest are of varying social status.
-NEPHTHYS ELVES: 11% - Approx. 2.3 million. The majority of the Nephthys elves commonly possess dark hair, extremely pale skin, and slanted eyes that are amber in colour. Most of them are also slaves, due to their origins. The few free elves are among the nobility, though they seem to hold no more love for their kindred than the human nobles.
-BASTATI: 15% - Approx. 3.1 million. (singular; Bastet) While there are no noble Bastati, there are also comparatively few slaves of this race. Bastati generally serve as labourers, transporters or city guards. They were also a favourite of Rhea’s, and so sacrificing a Bastet to her specifically will yield less Theurgia.
-DIANADS: 15% - Approx 3.1 million. (singular; Dianad). You will find Dianad slaves in most social standings – as higher slaves, or low nobility, and all across the common folk. While some hold the respect and love of their human neighbours, others call them beasts. Inherently loyal, as long as there is a bond of trust, they will assist you. Rhea has no strong feelings toward them, but accepts them as Evernyxians.
-OTHER ELVISH: 8% - Approx. 1.7 million. Since Nephthys elves have found sanctuary in Evernyx, and it is often the first stop through to Yuwanist territory, many other elves have passed through in the last three centuries. Some also settled here, and hold similar statuses to their kindred, though more walk as nobility than slaves.

RELIGIOUS INFORMATION:

-State Religion: Yuwanism
-Patron Deity: Rhea, Daughter of the Moon.
-Religion Demographics:
61% Yuwanist
21% Rhean
0.1% Red Pantheon
0.2% Justinian
The majority of Bastati and Dianads are devoted to Rhea more than Yuwa, but comply with Yuwanism since that was Rhea’s own faith. Then the greatest majority of Evernyx follows both Yuwa, and Rhea as her servant. There are a few insurgents, who have converted to Justinianism or to a Fallen Servant, but the Paladins of the Spire are often swift in tracking down these groups and exterminating them.
-Major Holy Relics/Artefacts in Possession:

• The Eye – This relic, pictured in Rhea’s portrait, can grant wisdom and knowledge to whoever uses it. By Rhea’s grace, she will set out a path to follow in order to obtain the answers you seek. It can also grant various other powers, such as the ability to scry and divine without having to learn the spells to do so, and to see what lies beyond mortal sight.

(There are Bound Artefacts and Masterless Artefacts. Both intensely magical, with Bound Artefacts belonging and borrowing the magic of a still living God, and only working when said God allows it so. Whereas Masterless Artefacts containing the magic of a dead God, can be used by anyone and against anyone. Magical items are useful since they allow the user to cast a spell with absolutely no knowledge of magic and get constant results, with Masterless Artefacts turning the wielder into an inheritor to the Dead God’s craft, and making the Magic His.
Yuwanist Artefacts will mostly belong to your Nation’s respective Yuwanist Patron-Deity rather than Yuwan herself. Each Nation may not possess more than two Holy Artefacts, though if both Artefacts are Bound, you are allowed to take a third one that is Masterless.
Minor Artefacts need not be specified in the NS. I don't feel that a magical sword that cut deeper, or an armor that's more resistant, count as legit Holy Relics.)
-Holy Sites under Control: The Emerald Spire

-Notable Magical Institutions:
Yuwanist magi schools or guilds, Yuwanist universities or magical library-observatories, etc)
-Religious Interpretations/Culture: Most people of Evernyx believe that Yuwa supported, if not directly assisted, Rhea in her formation of the Principality.
(Local views of the religion, possible schisms/heresy, include various local religious-cultural practices, beliefs, traditions, rituals, festivals, etc. Mandatory for anyone playing as Heterodox Justinians)

MILITARY INFORMATION:
(Please note that most names here are temporary and under refinement)
Total Military Size: 130, 000 estimated
Guardians of the Wall: 48, 000
Battalion of the Damned: 30, 000
The Oaken Vigil: Roughly 12, 000
The Dawn Guard: 20, 000
The Dusk Guard: 8, 000
Paladins of the Spire: 12, 000

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DRAMATIS PERSONAE:
[Notable characters go here, including national leaders/royalty, military leaders, commonly depicted heroes and other people of interest. This can be expanded in the future if players want to cut down on too much information at the start. The character sheets can either be proper character sheets or short paragraph-based]


















EXTRA INFORMATION:
[optional stuff you may add]
Full History: (Your nation’s history following the major eras/cycles. Remember to align it with the settings history, as it is hard for nations to live in an isolated bubble here)
List of Historical Grievances: Given its location, the Principality of Evernyx has long bordered both the Concilio Union and the Zul Empire. The recent, relatively catastrophic battle is just one example of the many clashes between the three.

Relations:
Lamash: Allied. Evernyx received military support from Lamash as means of further securing the northern frontiers. However, tensions have become a little higher, given that the soldiers sent five years ago were lost in battle. However, twenty five thousand soldiers have been stationed in Evernyx since, and another contingent are en route.
The Republic of Drakma: Tense. The people of Evernyx are familiar with kobolds… given that the Union hosts them. And given that Evernyx will sacrifice or enslave most kobolds that are not killed in battle, many of the Drakman kobolds tend to be a little tense around them.
(What are the established relations at the start of the RP; this can either be simple as “Hostile, Cold, Neutral, Warm, Friendly” or a detailed explanation of each relationship per nation)
Cultural Notes: (Anything cultural of note or unique about the nation that isn’t mentioned under religious interpretations/culture)