The Kirel Empire, once a modest kingdom led by an ambitious monarch and bound to an ancient, enigmatic source of magic, has grown into the largest and most formidable nation on the Vetian continent.Its territories stretch from the frozen reaches of the northwest, where the stoic Halcrest Duchy guards the Frostmarch, to the sun-warmed southeast, home to the fertile Kingsland Plains ruled by House Emberis. In the northeast lies the mysterious Lichter Duchy, veiled in secrets and old blood, while at the heart of it all stands the imperial capital — a sprawling seat of power where the royal family reigns unchallenged.Spanning a multitude of climates and landscapes, the empire is as diverse in terrain as it is in its internal politics. Beneath its polished grandeur simmer the ever-shifting tensions and rivalries of the royal bloodline, whose hidden agendas shape much of the empire’s fate.Despite its internal strife, the Kirel Empire maintains a facade of diplomacy, fostering trade and tentative peace with the smaller neighboring realms.Yet, its history is anything but gentle — for it was this empire that played a pivotal role in the cataclysmic fall of the dragons over a millennium ago, a legacy that still commands fear and reverence across the continent.

Capital

The Kirel Empire is the largest and most powerful force on the continent. Built through endless wars, it controls nearly all of the continent, with a military unmatched in strength.The capital city is a grand city in the middle of the continent with no harbor, a symbol of the empire’s might, where the emperor’s authority is absolute. Spanning the central-eastern Vetian continent, the phoenix-blooded Kirel Empire wields ruthless ambition, ancient secrets, and imperial dominance.

Duchy of Lichter

The Duchy of Lichter is a noble estate nestled in the northeastern reaches of the Kirel Empire/Kingdom, overlooking the frozen expanse of the Forbidden Winterlands. Its terrain is a dramatic tapestry of snow-dusted mountains, deep valleys carved by glacial rivers, and dense pine forests that sway beneath the weight of winter’s frost.The Lichter Duchy exudes quiet grandeur, with majestic stone keeps, fortified manors, and noble estates that rise from the landscape like monuments to enduring legacy and authority. Its people are refined yet hardy, trained in the arts of governance, diplomacy, and martial skill to uphold the prestige of their lineage.The duchy carries an air of solemn elegance, where every hall, tower, and courtyard reflects centuries of disciplined rule, noble heritage, and the secretive power tied to its draconic ancestry.

City of Chester

The City of Chester sits on the freezing northern coast near the Lichter Duchy, a bustling hub despite its harsh, icy climate. Snow and frost line the streets year-round, giving the city a crystalline beauty that contrasts with its bitter winds.Chester thrives as a center of culture and trade for hardy northerners, its markets, theaters, and academies packed with merchants, artists, and scholars willing to endure the cold for the city’s unique offerings.Its architecture blends sturdy stone foundations with tall spires and glasswork that reflects the pale winter light, creating a city that feels both majestic and stark against the frozen landscape.

Halcrest Duchy

Sealed deep within the storm-lashed northwestern mountain ranges of the Frostmarch region of the Kirel Empire, Halcrest is an insular duchy of ice-wielding knights whose loyalty lies with their ancient bloodline above the empire.

Emberis Duchy

In the volcanic, fire-scorched southeast part of the Vetian continent in the Kingsland Plains, Emberis is a brutal and ambitious duchy where flame-wielding nobles are forged through trial and relentless pursuit of power.There are forests in this region but it also holds ton of volcanic soil and a large volcano that was discovered centuries ago by the first Emberis duke.The Emberis ducal family train at the top of this volcano regularly.

Royal Kirel Academy

Just northwest of the imperial capital in central Vetian continent, this elite academy rigorously trains the empire’s future leaders in combat, magic, and statecraft within its well-guarded grounds. It is called the Royal Kirel Academy.Many nobles of great families attend this academy each year, whether it to be to show off or to become better than their family head.Tournaments on a grand scale occur, friendships are made, and most of all - skills essential to surviving this harsh continent are learned here by it’s special professors.

Duskwatch Reach

Duskwatch Reach is a remote border stronghold carved into the cliffs overlooking the only mountain pass between Kirel and Beledor. Built for endurance rather than comfort, it stands shrouded in fog and silence, its black stone walls weathered by war and wind. Few are stationed there for long only the most disciplined and unshakable endure its isolation.

Important Noble Houses

House Kirelith
House Lichter
House Halcrest
House Duskryn
House Florentis
House Emberis
House Harrington

Royal Capital, Kirel Empire

The Kingdom of Beledor, though modest in size, holds a position of quiet power and enduring relevance on the southern coast of the Vetian continent. Cradled by the vast ocean to the south, its capital, Cyron, sits like a glittering jewel along the shore — a city of open harbors, bustling markets, and seaborne wealth.Closely allied with the Kirel Empire, Beledor enjoys the protection of its larger neighbor, maintaining favorable relations through diplomacy and shared interests rather than displays of military might.Beledor’s true strength lies not in swords or shields, but in its steadfast neutrality and control over key maritime trade routes. As the continent’s gateway to the wider world, it thrives as a hub of commerce, culture, and negotiation, wielding economic influence far greater than its military capabilities would suggest.Though its armies are few and its defenses light, few would dare jeopardize their standing with Beledor — for to do so would mean risking their access to the lifeblood of trade and the goodwill of the Kirel Empire.Despite its peaceful reputation, there are whispers that not all in Beledor are content with their kingdom’s reliance on foreign alliances.Beneath the surface of Cyron’s polished grandeur, political undercurrents stir — some seeking greater independence, others hungering for a return to older, forgotten powers hidden beneath the waves.

Cyron

Cyron rises where warm ocean winds meet stone-carved cliffs, a glittering port city that commands the southern trade lanes like a jewel set firmly into a crown. Ships of every shape and origin crowd its harbors: sleek Beledan merchant vessels, rugged Kirelan war escorts, wandering free traders, and the occasional suspicious ship that swears it is legitimate.Its reputation as a hub of diplomacy and commerce was not earned lightly. Cyron, the capital city of Beledor, sits at the crossroads of three worlds — the sea, the desert routes to the interior, and the imperial north — and the city learned long ago that survival depends not simply on strength, but on negotiation, coin, and quietly held secrets.

Important Noble Houses

House Barenthos

Cyron, Kingdom of Beledor

Lyria, a small yet vibrant coastal nation nestled along the southeastern edge of the Vetian continent, is known for its open shores, flourishing creativity, and deeply spiritual culture. Though modest in size, it holds a strong and enduring presence thanks to its strategic position along major sea routes and its reputation for diplomacy.The people of Lyria are warm and welcoming, known for their artistry, fluid traditions, and the serene rituals performed in honor of their guardian deity — a mysterious water goddess said to dwell within the deep.According to legend, this goddess watches over the turquoise waters that embrace Lyria’s coast, shielding the land from pirates and sea-beasts that stalk the trade routes beyond. Her temples, carved from pale stone and coral, rise along the cliffs and harbors, where offerings are made daily — shells, songs, and glimmering jewels returned to the tide. Though scholars debate the goddess’s origins, few can deny the uncanny calm that clings to Lyria’s waters while neighboring shores suffer raiders and storms.Lyria’s openness extends beyond its faith. The country embraces trade with nearly all nations, regardless of size or creed, and encourages freedom of expression in all forms — from fashion and music to invention and magic.
It is a land where poets dine with merchants, and artists are as honored as generals.In many ways, Lyria is seen not as a power of force, but of influence — a haven of beauty, diplomacy, and quiet resilience on a continent often marred by conflict.

Shamere

Shamere, Lyria’s capital, is a city of beauty, light, and motion, where waterways and streets intertwine like living veins. Elegant bridges arch over canals teeming with boats, and the port is a hub of vibrant trade from across Vetian lands.Whitewashed buildings with azure rooftops line the streets, their balconies overflowing with flowers, while grand plazas host fountains dedicated to the water goddess, their waters said to carry blessings of luck and protection.The city hums with culture — music, art, and markets alive from dawn until dusk — and is home to the royal palace, a gleaming structure that sits at the highest point of Shamere, overlooking the harbor. Here, Lyrians live with elegance and purpose, their lives a reflection of both the sea’s calm and its occasional, unpredictable fury.

Important Noble Houses

House Nerevaris
House Vale

Shamere, Kingdom of Lyria

The isolated country of Yaravan lies to the arid west, where vast, treacherous desert sands shift like living things, swallowing roads, misguiding travelers, and turning invasion into a death sentence.Shielded by the land’s hostility, Yaravan has remained fiercely independent, its people shaped by the unforgiving sun and scorched stone. Hardened warriors and devout priests walk side by side, each imbued with a natural resistance to magic — a trait that has both baffled scholars and deterred sorcerers for generations.At the heart of Yaravan’s society stands a singular, godlike figure: Ra Shin, the nation’s enigmatic and eternal ruler. Revered as both divine and sovereign, Ra Shin is worshipped through fire rituals and ancient chants, his name never spoken in vain. His rule is not merely political but spiritual — absolute and unquestioned. The faith of Yaravan is not a matter of religion, but a matter of identity.Whispers long forbidden beyond the borders of Yaravan speak of a sacred bloodline — a lineage bound to an ancient dragon whose name has been erased from history. Whether myth or truth, these rumors have stirred unease within the Kirel Empire, whose own legacy is steeped in the destruction of dragonkind.Tensions now simmer between the two nations, not yet broken into open conflict, but shadowed by mistrust. Some fear that what lies dormant beneath the sands of Yaravan may yet rise — and the empire’s old sins may not remain buried forever.

Karaesh

Karaesh, the capital of Yaravan, rises like an oasis of stone and flame amid the endless desert. Its architecture blends fortified grandeur with the elegance of desert artistry: towering sandstone walls etched with gold and crimson patterns, spiraling towers catching the sun’s glare, and wide courtyards filled with fire pits that burn day and night in honor of Ra Shin.Streets wind labyrinthine, designed to confuse outsiders while serving the city’s residents with hidden passages and secure marketplaces. The scent of incense and scorched earth hangs in the air, mingling with the constant roar of wind and the distant heat shimmer of the dunes.At its heart lies the Ember Citadel, Ra Shin’s imposing palace, where the ruler’s presence is felt in every shadow and every spark, a testament to both divine authority and the unforgiving nature of Yaravan itself.

Important Noble Houses

Ra Shin

Capital, Kingdom of Kuram

Far to the southeast, beyond the southern edge of the Vetian continent, lies the Calmere Archipelago — a scattered chain of six storm-lashed islands rising from the dark sea. Each island tells a different story: some are home to isolated tribal communities bound by ancient traditions, with little interest in the affairs of the outside world. Others remain openly hostile to foreign presence, while a few cautiously maintain trade with the Kingdom of Beledor — but none extend the same courtesy to the Kirel Empire.However, the true danger surrounding these fated isles does not lie in tribal defiance or political tension, but in the ever-looming threat of piracy. The waters of Calmere are infested with ruthless pirate crews — fierce, disorganized, and driven by greed. A number of these groups have grown bold enough to disrupt international trade routes, striking fear into merchants and coastal cities alike.Their attacks are swift, their motives selfish, and their impact devastating. On more than one occasion, they have attempted to seize the coastal kingdom of Beledor by force, only to be repelled — for now.Yet beneath the chaos of raids and stolen goods lies a more sinister whisper. Rumors speak of an island hidden deep within the Calmere chain, untouched by maps and avoided even by the most daring of captains.It is said that this island harbors an ancient evil — not of human ambition, but something darker, older, and unnatural. A being of ruin, bound to the sea, with power said to rival the long-fallen dragons. Whether truth or tale, one thing is certain: the Calmere Islands are no place for the unprepared, and the ocean does not forgive trespass.

Stormhold

Stormhold, the largest settlement of the Calmere Islands, clings precariously to the edge of a jagged cliff, overlooking a churning sea. Its buildings are constructed from dark timber and stone, designed to withstand violent storms and salt-laden winds.Fires burn constantly in central hearths, providing warmth and light amid the ever-present fog and rain. Wooden docks jut out into the stormy waters, creaking under the weight of ships manned by pirates and traders alike.Tribal banners and markings line the streets, signaling the allegiance of various clans, while central council halls host both chieftains and warlords, negotiating alliances and disputes with equal measures of diplomacy and threat.Stormhold is a city of survival, where loyalty is earned through skill and courage, and the wind carries whispers of ancient powers long forgotten but never fully gone.

Important Noble Houses

None

One of many islands within Calmere Islands