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
Other Notable Features:
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
Mining: Clay
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: Quartz Crown
Trade Routes:
Land Routes: Well-developed road networks connecting Terran cities and towns, as well as to the other duchies
Sea Routes: Some trade done on the waterways between duchies where goods are carried by boat
Trade Partners: Neighboring duchies, floating markets
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
Cultural Heritage:
Festivals:
Traditional Music/Dance: Tribal in nature, featuring prominent drum beats and accompanied by pan flutes or other woodwinds; dances are used to tell stories, history and myths, as well as celebrations of great deeds
Cuisine: Fruit and vegetable salads, baked grains, and rarely venison or pork, usually for important celebrations or hearty stews in the chill of winter
Art and Architecture: Wood carving, paints made from natural dyes, and clay and stone structures; architecture is inspired by nature, so homes are built into the trees, connected by walkways overhead in the canopy, or homes on the plains built out of hardened clay and stone
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
Legal System:
Common Laws: Laws protecting the forests and fields
Notable Laws and Regulations: Strict regulation on lumber harvesting and replanting
Judicial System: Local courts, overseen by the Duke's appointed judges
Military:
Army: Powerful land forces, including an active standing army
Navy: Limited aquatic presence, primarily only patrolling the river and waterways, as well as the lakeshore
Other Forces: Ground forces, including powerful earth mages specializing in geomancy
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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7. Infrastructure
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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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Other Points of Interest:
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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Famous Personalities:
Duke Daeron: Current ruler, known for his stoicism and resilience
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