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== The Mainland Regions == | == The Mainland Regions == | ||
=== Skyreach === | === [[Skyreach]] === | ||
* '''Government''': Autocratic magocracy, ruled by a council of mages engaged in constant power struggles. | * '''Government''': Autocratic magocracy, ruled by a council of mages engaged in constant power struggles. | ||
* '''Culture''': Ruthlessly ambitious and shaped by a legacy of rebellion, with the [[Cult of True Windren]] secretly embedded in all levels of government. | * '''Culture''': Ruthlessly ambitious and shaped by a legacy of rebellion, with the [[Cult of True Windren]] secretly embedded in all levels of government. | ||
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* '''Notable Features''': Arcane citadels, steep mountains, and frequent incursions into the '''Silver Alliance'''. | * '''Notable Features''': Arcane citadels, steep mountains, and frequent incursions into the '''Silver Alliance'''. | ||
=== The Silver Alliance === | === [[Silver Alliance|The Silver Alliance]] === | ||
* '''Government''': Council of representatives, emphasizing balance and wisdom. | * '''Government''': Council of representatives, emphasizing balance and wisdom. | ||
* '''Culture''': Isolationist and harmonious, guarding the ruins of the [[First Windren Empire]] and the destroyed [[Anchor of Saphiel]]. | * '''Culture''': Isolationist and harmonious, guarding the ruins of the [[First Windren Empire]] and the destroyed [[Anchor of Saphiel]]. | ||
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* '''Notable Features''': Ruins of the First Windren capital, shimmering glades, and strict border controls. | * '''Notable Features''': Ruins of the First Windren capital, shimmering glades, and strict border controls. | ||
=== The Badlands === | === [[Badlands|The Badlands]] === | ||
* '''Government''': None; entirely lawless, except for the influence of [[Kelraug’s Lair]]. | * '''Government''': None; entirely lawless, except for the influence of [[Kelraug’s Lair]]. | ||
* '''Culture''': Hostile and chaotic, shaped by wild magic zones and dangerous creatures. | * '''Culture''': Hostile and chaotic, shaped by wild magic zones and dangerous creatures. | ||
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* '''Notable Features''': '''Kelraug’s Lair''', a hub for black-market trade governed by an ancient red dragon, and the [[Weave Scar]], the epicenter of the region’s magical catastrophe. | * '''Notable Features''': '''Kelraug’s Lair''', a hub for black-market trade governed by an ancient red dragon, and the [[Weave Scar]], the epicenter of the region’s magical catastrophe. | ||
=== Highwall === | === [[Highwall]] === | ||
* '''Government''': Feudal monarchy with a ruling council representing commerce, magic, and the military, mediated by the Emperor. | * '''Government''': Feudal monarchy with a ruling council representing commerce, magic, and the military, mediated by the Emperor. | ||
* '''Culture''': Defined by military discipline and spiritual devotion, with the strongest divine magic practitioners in the Isles. | * '''Culture''': Defined by military discipline and spiritual devotion, with the strongest divine magic practitioners in the Isles. | ||
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* '''Notable Features''': '''The Wall of Highwall''', '''[[Lowwall]]’s trade hub''', and the divine temples of '''Highwall Proper'''. | * '''Notable Features''': '''The Wall of Highwall''', '''[[Lowwall]]’s trade hub''', and the divine temples of '''Highwall Proper'''. | ||
=== The Trade Leagues === | === [[Trade Leagues|The Trade Leagues]] === | ||
* '''Government''': Confederation of city-states led by the wealthiest '''Trade Prince''', currently [[Raani Khalid]]. | * '''Government''': Confederation of city-states led by the wealthiest '''Trade Prince''', currently [[Raani Khalid]]. | ||
* '''Culture''': Mercantile and arcane, with social mobility determined by wealth and influence. | * '''Culture''': Mercantile and arcane, with social mobility determined by wealth and influence. | ||
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== Off-Mainland Regions == | == Off-Mainland Regions == | ||
=== Broken South === | === [[Broken South]] === | ||
* '''Government''': Maritime kingdom ruled by the Admiral-King/Queen, currently [[Admiral Lenira Riverton]]. | * '''Government''': Maritime kingdom ruled by the Admiral-King/Queen, currently [[Admiral Lenira Riverton]]. | ||
* '''Culture''': Strong naval traditions, with a focus on trade and agriculture. | * '''Culture''': Strong naval traditions, with a focus on trade and agriculture. | ||
* '''Geography'': Fertile lowlands and a central mountain range dividing the land. | * '''Geography''': Fertile lowlands and a central mountain range dividing the land. | ||
* '''Notable Features''': [[River’s End]], the main port for Faerûn travelers and '''[[Sanderfell’s]] dwarven city-state'''. | * '''Notable Features''': [[River’s End]], the main port for Faerûn travelers, and '''[[Sanderfell’s]] dwarven city-state'''. | ||
=== The Wild Isles === | === [[Wild Isles|The Wild Isles]] === | ||
* '''Government''': None; loose governance by the **Council of Captains** on "Home." | * '''Government''': None; loose governance by the **Council of Captains** on "Home." | ||
* '''Culture''': Lawless and opportunistic, dominated by pirates, smugglers, and secretive factions like the [[Wrapped Enigma]]. | * '''Culture''': Lawless and opportunistic, dominated by pirates, smugglers, and secretive factions like the [[Wrapped Enigma]]. | ||
* '''Geography''': Scattered islands with treacherous waters, hidden reefs, and unexplored terrains. | * '''Geography''': Scattered islands with treacherous waters, hidden reefs, and unexplored terrains. | ||
* '''Notable Features''': [[Home (Pirate Den)|Crescent Isle ("Home")]] and the mysterious '''Wrapped Enigma base'''. | * '''Notable Features''': [[Home (Pirate Den)|Crescent Isle ("Home")]] and the mysterious '''Wrapped Enigma base'''. | ||
Latest revision as of 22:57, 15 January 2025
The Windren Isles are a diverse and tumultuous archipelago steeped in magic, history, and intrigue. Each region offers a unique blend of natural landscapes, political structures, and cultural identities, shaped by millennia of conflict, collaboration, and catastrophic events. The Isles’ geography and politics intertwine to create a dynamic tapestry of nations, regions, and factions.
The Mainland Regions
- Government: Autocratic magocracy, ruled by a council of mages engaged in constant power struggles.
- Culture: Ruthlessly ambitious and shaped by a legacy of rebellion, with the Cult of True Windren secretly embedded in all levels of government.
- Geography: Treacherous mountains with cities perched on plateaus and carved into cliffs. Resources are exploited aggressively, often at the expense of neighboring regions.
- Notable Features: Arcane citadels, steep mountains, and frequent incursions into the Silver Alliance.
- Government: Council of representatives, emphasizing balance and wisdom.
- Culture: Isolationist and harmonious, guarding the ruins of the First Windren Empire and the destroyed Anchor of Saphiel.
- Geography: Enchanted forests and serene landscapes, with natural beauty preserved through elven stewardship.
- Notable Features: Ruins of the First Windren capital, shimmering glades, and strict border controls.
- Government: None; entirely lawless, except for the influence of Kelraug’s Lair.
- Culture: Hostile and chaotic, shaped by wild magic zones and dangerous creatures.
- Geography: A volatile wasteland of jagged terrain, floating debris, and unpredictable magical phenomena.
- Notable Features: Kelraug’s Lair, a hub for black-market trade governed by an ancient red dragon, and the Weave Scar, the epicenter of the region’s magical catastrophe.
- Government: Feudal monarchy with a ruling council representing commerce, magic, and the military, mediated by the Emperor.
- Culture: Defined by military discipline and spiritual devotion, with the strongest divine magic practitioners in the Isles.
- Geography: Fertile southern plains and rugged northern mountains.
- Notable Features: The Wall of Highwall, Lowwall’s trade hub, and the divine temples of Highwall Proper.
- Government: Confederation of city-states led by the wealthiest Trade Prince, currently Raani Khalid.
- Culture: Mercantile and arcane, with social mobility determined by wealth and influence.
- Geography: Harsh desert with oases supporting sprawling cities and a single major river sustaining trade routes.
- Notable Features: Golden Spires, Spice Port, and advanced airship technology.
Off-Mainland Regions
- Government: Maritime kingdom ruled by the Admiral-King/Queen, currently Admiral Lenira Riverton.
- Culture: Strong naval traditions, with a focus on trade and agriculture.
- Geography: Fertile lowlands and a central mountain range dividing the land.
- Notable Features: River’s End, the main port for Faerûn travelers, and Sanderfell’s dwarven city-state.
- Government: None; loose governance by the **Council of Captains** on "Home."
- Culture: Lawless and opportunistic, dominated by pirates, smugglers, and secretive factions like the Wrapped Enigma.
- Geography: Scattered islands with treacherous waters, hidden reefs, and unexplored terrains.
- Notable Features: Crescent Isle ("Home") and the mysterious Wrapped Enigma base.