Kerwin

Overview

Home to agrarian halflings. Very relaxing country, pretty despite being quite arid. Decent art, very kind people. Like hobbits.

However, ruled over by [Ulyas, the Immortal], the 898 year old halfling king. They are certainly a lich, though nobody knows where he gets his spirits from—they believe that his yearly trip to replenishes his health. In actuality, involves large sacrifice to keep him alive. He is a good king, so believes it’s justifiable.

Kerwin is a mountainous region known for its rich mineral deposits and skilled craftsmen. As a subsidiary state of the Tarkhon Empire, it maintains a degree of autonomy while benefiting from the empire’s protection and trade networks.

Government & Peoples

Government Type: Monarchy
Primary Inhabitants: Halflings
Population: Approximately 200,000
Stability: Stable, though rumors of anomalies and deterioration of Ulyas’ health has led to whispers of a new successor.
Core Values: Craftsmanship, Honor, Tradition, and Resource Management

Economy

Size: Moderate, focused on mining and metalworking
Tech: Advanced in mining and metallurgy
Primary Exports: Precious metals, gems, finely crafted weapons and armor
Primary Imports: Food, textiles, and luxury goods

History

Kerwin joined the Tarkhon Empire voluntarily, seeing the benefits of protection and expanded trade. However, it maintains a strong sense of cultural identity and takes pride in its contributions to the empire’s strength.

Last modified: Mon Oct 21 06:17:02 2024