Earth duchy
1. General Information
Name of the Duchy: Terra
Location: Southern Lucaria
Continent/Region: Lucaria
Neighboring Territories: Air to the northwest and Void to the northeast
Capital City: Terranovia
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Ruling Family:
Duke: Daeron
Other Notable Family Members: Tellus (Duke Daeron's father)
2. Geography
Major Cities and Towns:
Terranovia: The capital city, known for its grand architecture and extensive gardens.
Sylvanus: Renowned for its forestry and connection to nature.
Florania: Famous for its agricultural output and floral beauty.
Landscape:
Mountains: None
Forests: Lush, temperate forests, with some sub-tropical jungles in the southeast
Rivers/Lakes: Gaian River flowing into Lake Tierra, formed by the Tierran Dam
Coastline: Gaian Riverbanks and the shore surrounding Lake Tierra
Plains/Farmlands: Fertile plains ideal for agriculture
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Climate:
Typical Weather: Mild, humid, frequent rain
Seasonal Variations: Artificially controlled by the air duchy to simulate warm and wet summers, mild and slightly drier winters
3. Economy
Primary Industries:
Agriculture: Fruit orchards, vegetable and grain fields, lumber industry
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Manufacturing: Handmade wooden furniture and other goods, raw textiles
Trade: Food, textiles, lumber
Other Industries: Tourism
Major Exports: Fruits, vegetables, grains, lumber, textiles, handcrafted Furniture and other wooden goods
Major Imports: Seafood, pearls, metal, gems, manastones
Currency: Earthen Crown
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4. Society and Culture
Population:
Total Population: ???
Major Ethnic Groups: Earth Fae
Languages Spoken: Lucarian (common tongue), Terran (local dialect)
Religion:
Dominant Religion: Worship of earth spirits, ancestor worship
Education:
Major Schools: The Terran Academy, an educational institution specializing in forestry, botany, and earth magic.
Literacy Rate: High
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5. Governance and Law
Government Type:
Monarchy/Feudal System: Feudal system under the Queen of Lucaria
Administrative Divisions: Divided into several coastal and inland provinces
Local Governance: Provincial governors
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Alliances and Rivalries:
Allies: Water Duchy, Air Duchy
Rivals: Fire Duchy (occasional tensions)
6. History
Founding: Established as one of the original duchies of Lucaria
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8. Notable Landmarks
Castles/Palaces:
Verdant Palace: The residence of the ruling Duke or Duchess, surrounded by lush gardens
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Sylvan Sanctuary: A protected area for wildlife as well as rare plants, some of which grow nowhere else in Lucandria and are necessary for certain medical purposes
9. Miscellaneous
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Duke Daeron: Current ruler, known for his stoicism and resilience
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