Terra Duchy

Terra is the Earth Elemental capital of Lucandria. It was established to help balance the elements and reflect the essence of Telrunya within the Miaki’s new home in Aynurlet. While all Miakis—and now Mika—revere Aether as the highest element, they acknowledge the importance of elemental balance. In Terra, the Earth Element shapes their language, infrastructure, and daily worship.

General Information

Name of the Duchy: Terra
Ruler’s Name and Title: Daeron, Duke of Terra
Motto: "Steady as a rock, where greatness is built upon a solid foundation."
Coat of Arms: A brown bear on its hind legs, standing in front of a green stylized tree with a blue sky background
Flag: Green and blue horizontal split with the silhouette of a brown bear at the center

Geography

Location

Region: Southern Lucandria

Major Cities

Terranovia

The capital city, renowned for its grand architecture and extensive gardens. It hosts the Verdant Palace, home to the Duke. Noble Mika live in its inner rings, enjoying magical conveniences such as electricity and plumbing. Common Mika reside in the outskirts, enjoying a simpler lifestyle. The city includes the Terran Academy and the Museum of Natural History.

Villages and Territories

Sylvanus

A forestry-rich village known for lumber yards and the Sylvan Sanctuary—an ecological and research preserve.

Florania

Known for its floral beauty and agricultural abundance. Supplies Lucandria with crops and rare flowers.

The Wilds

Untamed lands where Wildkin roam freely. They are not enslaved, but are barred from owning land and often serve as laborers.

Landscape

Mountains: None
Forests: Lush temperate and subtropical jungles
Rivers/Lakes: Gaian River, Lake Tierra, Tierran Dam
Coastline: Lake Tierra shoreline
Plains/Farmlands: Fertile and widely cultivated

Climate

General: Mild, humid, frequent rainfall
Seasonal Variation: Artificially controlled by Breezehaven

Economy

Primary Industries

Agriculture: Orchards, vegetable and grain fields
Mining: Clay
Manufacturing: Wooden furniture, textiles
Trade: Food, herbs, lumber
Other Industries: Tourism

Major Exports

Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, Medicinal Herbs, Lumber, Textiles, Handcrafted furniture

Major Imports

Seafood, Pearls, Metals, Gems, Mana Stones

Currency: Quartz Crown

Trade Routes

Land Routes: Extensive, well-developed roadways
Sea Routes: River and lake-based trade
Trade Partners: All duchies, floating markets

Society and Culture

Population

Total: Approx. 450,000
Ethnic Groups: Mika, Lycan, Sphynx, Selkie
Languages: Ancient Miaki/Lucandrian, Terran dialect (guttural, Gaelic-like)

Religion

Dominant Beliefs: Earth spirits and ancestor worship

Education

Literacy

High among Mika, uncertain among Wildkin

Institutions

Terranovia: Central education hub

Terran Academy: Specializing in botany and earth magic with research at Sylvan Sanctuary

Cultural Heritage

Festivals

Harvest's Bounty, Spring Planting, Sun Solstice

Traditional Arts

Tribal music with drums and pan flutes, storytelling dances

Cuisine

Plant-based dishes, hearty stews, rare game meats

Architecture

Treehouses, canopy walkways, clay/stone homes inspired by nature

Governance and Law

Government

Feudal monarchy under Queen of Lucandria

Divisions

Provincial territories based on resource specialization

Local Governance

Governors

Legal System

Laws protect natural resources

Strict lumber regulations

Duke-appointed courts

Military

Army: Strong land forces with earth mages

Navy: Minimal, lake and river patrols

Other Forces: Geomancers

Allies: Water Duchy, Air Duchy
Rivals: Fire Duchy

History

Founding: One of the original Lucandrian duchies
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Infrastructure

Transportation

Roads: Among the best in Lucandria

Bridges: Functional and reliable

Other: Deer-drawn carts

Public Services

Healthcare: Magical healing, herbal medicine

Education: Widely available

Security: Active patrols along trade routes

Communication

Postal: Bird and deer couriers

Telecom: Magical devices; backup coded messages

Notable Landmarks

Verdant Palace: Duke's residence in Terranovia
Museum: Terranovia Museum of Natural History
Sanctuary: Sylvan Sanctuary, a haven for rare species and research

Miscellaneous

Myths & Legends

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Famous Figures

Duke Daeron: Stoic and resilient

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Notes

Additional details can be added as the duchy develops.

Racials

Strength

Terran Mika possess impressive physical strength beyond their appearance.

Green Thumb

Natural talent for plant cultivation even in poor soil.

Mana Stones

Force: Used for enhanced strength and resistance
Gravity: Used in construction, agriculture, and magical devices