Dimonite
2011-11-28, 08:57 PM
This is the campaign world I created. Mostly just showing off.:smallbiggrin:
The world map:
http://images.cheezburger.com/imagestore/2011/11/28/7d7952fe-782c-4191-aa2a-e0023d963a04.jpg
The countries:
The Hagrian Empire is a strong country, famed for its equestrians. It is perpetually at war with the Stultior provinces. Capital: Bultag.
The Stultior provinces are known for their strong - if stupid – population. They are currently at a disadvantage in their war with the Hagrian Empire. Most citizens posses some orc blood due to their proximity to the Jil’Hali’d wastelands. Capital: Asini.
The Jil’hali’d Wastelands are a Vast desert with no political structure, home to many orc and Wemic tribes.
New Hyrtlynd is home to a great Halfling population. The people of new Hyrtlynd are renowned for their hospitality and their meticulous records. According to the archives at Sciden (wherein the world’s greatest library, manned by high-level clerics of Moren, is housed) the Halflings came from a place beyond Geshiquan, which most scholars do not believe exists. Capital: Sciden.
Home to the gnomes, Bardenhope is New Hyrtlynd’s strongest ally. They have not been to war in over 600 years, and they are willing to give generously from their massive gold reserves to keep it that way. Capital: Gildenstrand.
The Warring states of Voltana were once simply the country Voltana. When Agraland destroyed Voltana’s capital, each of the separate voting districts wanted to house the new capital. This devolved into a great war - currently every state is at war with the 28 others. Agraland takes advantage of this confusion, and often sends raiding parties into the neighboring states.
Agraland has the most fertile soil and the largest farms of any nation, making it a huge exporter of food. Despite its “simple farmer” persona, Agraland is home to many shrewd politicians and negotiators. It also contains a powerful cult of Pyrema, which was behind the destruction of Voltana’s original capital. Capital: Hafnoll.
Nyphslonan is notorious for its assassins, and only Agraland can match its political manipulations. Nyphslonan is the only country in which worship of Issomi is permitted. Capital: Sykaleo, home of the assassin’s guild, a powerful entity with members spread out across Geshiquan.
Inhabited by mainly dwarves, Cochu has no aboveground settlements. They are the wealthiest nation in Geshiquan, rivaled only by Bardenhope. Capital: Minewall. Although it is not as great as Ael, it is a magnificent city carved into the stalactites and stalagmites of an enormous cave.
Once an ally of Voltana, Dunavon wielded great power. With Voltana’s dissolution, however, Dunavon has become a state of little importance. Capital: Bansom. While the city was once great, many of its most notable monuments have fallen into ruin.
Scorbis is full of temples and priests, and is the religious center of Geshiquan. Worshippers of all deities, from Er-Zhathin to Leldean, can be found here. They are very much harassed by Greater Aelston, where only Leldean is revered. Capital: Sculend
Berlag is A small, unimportant fishing country. It would have been conquered long ago if it were not so mountainous, making it difficult to attack. Capital: Qatha.
Home to the elves, Crispay is a heavily forested country with strained relations with Cochu. Fortunately, Greater Aelston negotiated a peace between the two, creating a treaty that holds to this day. Capital: Spellwynd. It is home to the greatest center of arcane research in Geshiquan.
Tazal was created as a buffer between Greater Aelston and Scorbis, so that neither attacked the other. its population is mostly uncivilized races, such as the Wemic and various creatures of the woods. Capital: Tegel.
Greater Aelston is militarily and politically the strongest country in Geshiquan. Greater Aelston is only prevented from attacking Scorbis by the existence of Tazal. They dislike Scorbis because of the Scorbian belief that all gods should be worshipped - Greater Aelston believes that only Leldean is worthy of devotion. Capital: Ael. Ael is carved entirely from white marble; when a newcomer enters the city they are temporarily blinded by the brightness. Ael has a large force of guardians (crusaders) whose upper echelon members carry powerful keytools, used for creating portals and disintegrating monsters.
Lesser Aelston was once a part of Strongfield. Lesser Aelston seceded and was protected from Strongfield’s wrath by Greater Aelston’s intervention. They are now an independent entity, with a population of Wolfen and humans who get along amicably.
Strongfield is the second-greatest country in Geshiquan, much to its chagrin. Run by the Wolfen (humanoid wolves), it is constantly feuding with Greater Aelston. Capital: Crystalcliff City, a stronghold carved into the crystalline cliffs that the center of Strongfield holds.
And the pantheon:Nyskelo: Goddess of the night, Nyskelo lives in the shadows and darkness. While she can be treacherous and guileful, she is also known as the Majestic Mistress and the Dark Beauty, for the brilliance of the night sky. Her knowledge of secrets and black magic is unparalleled, as secrets are whispered in her shadows, and dark magic is usually committed at midnight. Her worshippers include evil wizards and rogues, and the drow. Alignment: Neutral Evil. Weapon: dagger, for its use as an instrument of treachery. Domains: Evil, magic, trickery, knowledge. Symbol: A black Dagger.
Becania: Goddess of healing and life, Becania and her husband, Leldean are the most commonly worshipped deities in Geshiquan. She is also called the Bright Lady, the Gentle Mother, and the Kind Queen. The Halflings are her most beloved, but she welcomes worshippers from humans, elves, dwarves, and gnomes as well. Alignment: Neutral Good. Weapon: Quarterstaff, for it’s ability to protect the weak and simple. Domains: Good, Healing, Protection, Luck. Symbol: a Golden Cup.
Leldean: Thanks to Greater Aelston’s mandated worship of him, Leldean is the most commonly revered deity. He is a god of light, valor, and strict justice. He is worshipped by most paladins, and many good fighters revere him. Alignment: Lawful Good. Weapon: Halberd- it’s arc is the sun, it’s spear the pinnacle of justice. Domains: Good, Law, Sun, Strength. Symbol: a ten pointed sun, with two halberds crossing in the middle.
Tinser: The mischievous god of luck, Tinser is revered mostly by the traveling gentlemen of fortune; the gamblers and rovers of Geshiquan. The gnomes revere him most of all, but, of course, before any major event or test, prayers are offered to Tinser by any race. Alignment: Chaotic Neutral. Weapon: Rapier, like his wit (his joke). Domains: Trickery, Luck, Travel, Chaos. Symbol: a coin with a small hole in it.
Latag: By nature a rambunctious god, Latag is a warrior thorough and through. He is a genial giant, usually depicted as laughing and drinking. However, most good warriors (except for those of Greater Aelston) offer prayers to Latag before a battle. He is revered by most dwarves as well. Alignment: Chaotic Good. Weapon: Battleaxe. Domains: War, Strength, Chaos, Good. Symbol: a boar’s head.
Saraya: Goddess of the forests, Saraya represents nature’s gentle side. She often takes the form of a fawn or a similarly peaceful creature. She is worshipped by woodland elves, and many druids. Alignment: Neutral Good. Weapon: Longbow, like the elves who are her most devoted worshippers. Domains: Good, Animal, Plant,Earth. Symbol: a great tree.
Pyrema: Goddess of flame, Pyrema is known as the Devourer, the All-Consuming, The Bride of Darkness, and the Demonfriend. She is the greatest enemy of Becania, and when worshippers of the two meet, conflict is unavoidable. She is worshipped by demons and many orc tribes. Alignment: Chaotic Evil. Weapon: Flail, as it is a weapon of sheer, brutal, destruction. Domains: Fire, Chaos, Evil, Destruction. Symbol: a white flame.
Bazraes: God of Death, Bazraes is known as the Reaper Man, the Collecter of Souls, and the Bleak Spirit. Few worship him regularly, and the temples to him are unpleasant, but it is traditional to pay homage to the Reaper when a loved one dies. He is hated by necromancers, as he guides souls to the afterlife and protects them from being disturbed. Alignment: Neutral. Weapon: Scythe. Domains: Death, Protection, Travel. Symbol: A blue-eyed skull.
Issomi: God of murder, Issomi is known as the Great Assassin, the Midnight Murderer, and the Silent Killer. His worshippers include assassins, blackguards, and evil fighters. Alignment: Lawful Evil. Weapon: Dagger. Domains: Death, Law, Evil. Symbol: A bloodied sword.
Er-Zhathin: He is the Liar, the Arch Devil, the Enemy, the Destroyer. Together with his consort, Pyrema, he rules the lower planes with an iron fist. He hates Leldean as much as Pyrema hates Becania, and frequently plots to destroy him. He has few worshippers on Geshiquan, but he is revered by some fanatic cults and most devils. Alignment: Lawful Evil. Weapon: Greatsword. Domains: Law, Evil, Trickery, Destruction. Symbol: A red star.
Oratver: God of the air, Oratver is a free spirit, doing what he pleases when he pleases. He is a great friend of Tinser, sharing his love of freedom. He is worshipped by all who crave independence. Alignment: Chaotic Neutral. Weapon: crossbow. Domains: Chaos, Air, Travel. Symbol: A cloud
Taisoque: God of the Sea, Taisoqueis worshipped by most sailors, and it is traditional to make a sacrifice to him before beginning a voyage. He is not a kind god, caring nothing for mortal lives, but he does not seek to destroy them either. Alignment: Chaotic Neutral. Weapon: Longspear, generally used as a harpoon. Domains: Water, Chaos, Protection. Symbol: three wavy lines.
Moren: goddess of libraries, Moren holds all knowledge. She is worshipped by most wizards, and those who seek information will often go to her temples. Moren distributes her knowledge to all who seek it, but they must abide by the rules of the library. All of her priests must take an oath of silence. Alignment: Lawful Neutral. Weapon: longsword, as it is the weapon used most often in books. Domains: Knowledge, Law, Magic. Symbol: a book.
Cabram: God of music, Cabram is also the gods’ jester. He is worshipped by bards and some gnomes, and is known for his quick wit. He has a friendly rivalry with Tinser; they often hold contests to see who can come up with the best joke or insult. Alignment: Chaotic Good. Weapon: rapier. His duels with Tinser are sometimes physical as well as mental. Domains: Trickery, Chaos, Good, Luck. Symbol: a mandolin.
Tegor: The god of Law, Tegor metes out harsh punishments to criminals. The Inevitables are his handiwork, and he is devoted completely to the law. It is customary to open a trial with an appeal to Tegor, and he has been known to interfere in a trial if the trial goes outside the bounds of the law. He is generally revered by lawyers and judges. Alignment: Lawful Neutral. Weapon: Longsword, an echo of his own Sword of Justice. Domains: Law, Protection, Strength. A sword on a scroll.
Egelutia: Goddess of archery, Egelutia is dedicated strictly to her craft. She cares little for most mortals, but has some affection for the elves who favor her. Any archery match opens with a prayer to Egelutia, and she has more than once guided an arrow of a faithful worshipper. She is married to Risir, god of swordplay. Alignment: Neutral. Weapon: Longbow. Domains: War, Strength, Destruction. Symbol: a golden arrow.
Risir: God of swordplay, husband of Egelutia. He sees good and evil, chaos and law as simply different uses of his craft. A prayer is offered to him before tournaments, and even Cabram and Tinser have him judge their occasional matches. Alignment: Neutral. Weapon: Bastard Sword, most difficult sword to master. Domains: War, Strength, Destruction. Symbol: A sword with a ruby blade.
Bonus points to those who can spot over half of my jokes! (there are 6)
The world map:
http://images.cheezburger.com/imagestore/2011/11/28/7d7952fe-782c-4191-aa2a-e0023d963a04.jpg
The countries:
The Hagrian Empire is a strong country, famed for its equestrians. It is perpetually at war with the Stultior provinces. Capital: Bultag.
The Stultior provinces are known for their strong - if stupid – population. They are currently at a disadvantage in their war with the Hagrian Empire. Most citizens posses some orc blood due to their proximity to the Jil’Hali’d wastelands. Capital: Asini.
The Jil’hali’d Wastelands are a Vast desert with no political structure, home to many orc and Wemic tribes.
New Hyrtlynd is home to a great Halfling population. The people of new Hyrtlynd are renowned for their hospitality and their meticulous records. According to the archives at Sciden (wherein the world’s greatest library, manned by high-level clerics of Moren, is housed) the Halflings came from a place beyond Geshiquan, which most scholars do not believe exists. Capital: Sciden.
Home to the gnomes, Bardenhope is New Hyrtlynd’s strongest ally. They have not been to war in over 600 years, and they are willing to give generously from their massive gold reserves to keep it that way. Capital: Gildenstrand.
The Warring states of Voltana were once simply the country Voltana. When Agraland destroyed Voltana’s capital, each of the separate voting districts wanted to house the new capital. This devolved into a great war - currently every state is at war with the 28 others. Agraland takes advantage of this confusion, and often sends raiding parties into the neighboring states.
Agraland has the most fertile soil and the largest farms of any nation, making it a huge exporter of food. Despite its “simple farmer” persona, Agraland is home to many shrewd politicians and negotiators. It also contains a powerful cult of Pyrema, which was behind the destruction of Voltana’s original capital. Capital: Hafnoll.
Nyphslonan is notorious for its assassins, and only Agraland can match its political manipulations. Nyphslonan is the only country in which worship of Issomi is permitted. Capital: Sykaleo, home of the assassin’s guild, a powerful entity with members spread out across Geshiquan.
Inhabited by mainly dwarves, Cochu has no aboveground settlements. They are the wealthiest nation in Geshiquan, rivaled only by Bardenhope. Capital: Minewall. Although it is not as great as Ael, it is a magnificent city carved into the stalactites and stalagmites of an enormous cave.
Once an ally of Voltana, Dunavon wielded great power. With Voltana’s dissolution, however, Dunavon has become a state of little importance. Capital: Bansom. While the city was once great, many of its most notable monuments have fallen into ruin.
Scorbis is full of temples and priests, and is the religious center of Geshiquan. Worshippers of all deities, from Er-Zhathin to Leldean, can be found here. They are very much harassed by Greater Aelston, where only Leldean is revered. Capital: Sculend
Berlag is A small, unimportant fishing country. It would have been conquered long ago if it were not so mountainous, making it difficult to attack. Capital: Qatha.
Home to the elves, Crispay is a heavily forested country with strained relations with Cochu. Fortunately, Greater Aelston negotiated a peace between the two, creating a treaty that holds to this day. Capital: Spellwynd. It is home to the greatest center of arcane research in Geshiquan.
Tazal was created as a buffer between Greater Aelston and Scorbis, so that neither attacked the other. its population is mostly uncivilized races, such as the Wemic and various creatures of the woods. Capital: Tegel.
Greater Aelston is militarily and politically the strongest country in Geshiquan. Greater Aelston is only prevented from attacking Scorbis by the existence of Tazal. They dislike Scorbis because of the Scorbian belief that all gods should be worshipped - Greater Aelston believes that only Leldean is worthy of devotion. Capital: Ael. Ael is carved entirely from white marble; when a newcomer enters the city they are temporarily blinded by the brightness. Ael has a large force of guardians (crusaders) whose upper echelon members carry powerful keytools, used for creating portals and disintegrating monsters.
Lesser Aelston was once a part of Strongfield. Lesser Aelston seceded and was protected from Strongfield’s wrath by Greater Aelston’s intervention. They are now an independent entity, with a population of Wolfen and humans who get along amicably.
Strongfield is the second-greatest country in Geshiquan, much to its chagrin. Run by the Wolfen (humanoid wolves), it is constantly feuding with Greater Aelston. Capital: Crystalcliff City, a stronghold carved into the crystalline cliffs that the center of Strongfield holds.
And the pantheon:Nyskelo: Goddess of the night, Nyskelo lives in the shadows and darkness. While she can be treacherous and guileful, she is also known as the Majestic Mistress and the Dark Beauty, for the brilliance of the night sky. Her knowledge of secrets and black magic is unparalleled, as secrets are whispered in her shadows, and dark magic is usually committed at midnight. Her worshippers include evil wizards and rogues, and the drow. Alignment: Neutral Evil. Weapon: dagger, for its use as an instrument of treachery. Domains: Evil, magic, trickery, knowledge. Symbol: A black Dagger.
Becania: Goddess of healing and life, Becania and her husband, Leldean are the most commonly worshipped deities in Geshiquan. She is also called the Bright Lady, the Gentle Mother, and the Kind Queen. The Halflings are her most beloved, but she welcomes worshippers from humans, elves, dwarves, and gnomes as well. Alignment: Neutral Good. Weapon: Quarterstaff, for it’s ability to protect the weak and simple. Domains: Good, Healing, Protection, Luck. Symbol: a Golden Cup.
Leldean: Thanks to Greater Aelston’s mandated worship of him, Leldean is the most commonly revered deity. He is a god of light, valor, and strict justice. He is worshipped by most paladins, and many good fighters revere him. Alignment: Lawful Good. Weapon: Halberd- it’s arc is the sun, it’s spear the pinnacle of justice. Domains: Good, Law, Sun, Strength. Symbol: a ten pointed sun, with two halberds crossing in the middle.
Tinser: The mischievous god of luck, Tinser is revered mostly by the traveling gentlemen of fortune; the gamblers and rovers of Geshiquan. The gnomes revere him most of all, but, of course, before any major event or test, prayers are offered to Tinser by any race. Alignment: Chaotic Neutral. Weapon: Rapier, like his wit (his joke). Domains: Trickery, Luck, Travel, Chaos. Symbol: a coin with a small hole in it.
Latag: By nature a rambunctious god, Latag is a warrior thorough and through. He is a genial giant, usually depicted as laughing and drinking. However, most good warriors (except for those of Greater Aelston) offer prayers to Latag before a battle. He is revered by most dwarves as well. Alignment: Chaotic Good. Weapon: Battleaxe. Domains: War, Strength, Chaos, Good. Symbol: a boar’s head.
Saraya: Goddess of the forests, Saraya represents nature’s gentle side. She often takes the form of a fawn or a similarly peaceful creature. She is worshipped by woodland elves, and many druids. Alignment: Neutral Good. Weapon: Longbow, like the elves who are her most devoted worshippers. Domains: Good, Animal, Plant,Earth. Symbol: a great tree.
Pyrema: Goddess of flame, Pyrema is known as the Devourer, the All-Consuming, The Bride of Darkness, and the Demonfriend. She is the greatest enemy of Becania, and when worshippers of the two meet, conflict is unavoidable. She is worshipped by demons and many orc tribes. Alignment: Chaotic Evil. Weapon: Flail, as it is a weapon of sheer, brutal, destruction. Domains: Fire, Chaos, Evil, Destruction. Symbol: a white flame.
Bazraes: God of Death, Bazraes is known as the Reaper Man, the Collecter of Souls, and the Bleak Spirit. Few worship him regularly, and the temples to him are unpleasant, but it is traditional to pay homage to the Reaper when a loved one dies. He is hated by necromancers, as he guides souls to the afterlife and protects them from being disturbed. Alignment: Neutral. Weapon: Scythe. Domains: Death, Protection, Travel. Symbol: A blue-eyed skull.
Issomi: God of murder, Issomi is known as the Great Assassin, the Midnight Murderer, and the Silent Killer. His worshippers include assassins, blackguards, and evil fighters. Alignment: Lawful Evil. Weapon: Dagger. Domains: Death, Law, Evil. Symbol: A bloodied sword.
Er-Zhathin: He is the Liar, the Arch Devil, the Enemy, the Destroyer. Together with his consort, Pyrema, he rules the lower planes with an iron fist. He hates Leldean as much as Pyrema hates Becania, and frequently plots to destroy him. He has few worshippers on Geshiquan, but he is revered by some fanatic cults and most devils. Alignment: Lawful Evil. Weapon: Greatsword. Domains: Law, Evil, Trickery, Destruction. Symbol: A red star.
Oratver: God of the air, Oratver is a free spirit, doing what he pleases when he pleases. He is a great friend of Tinser, sharing his love of freedom. He is worshipped by all who crave independence. Alignment: Chaotic Neutral. Weapon: crossbow. Domains: Chaos, Air, Travel. Symbol: A cloud
Taisoque: God of the Sea, Taisoqueis worshipped by most sailors, and it is traditional to make a sacrifice to him before beginning a voyage. He is not a kind god, caring nothing for mortal lives, but he does not seek to destroy them either. Alignment: Chaotic Neutral. Weapon: Longspear, generally used as a harpoon. Domains: Water, Chaos, Protection. Symbol: three wavy lines.
Moren: goddess of libraries, Moren holds all knowledge. She is worshipped by most wizards, and those who seek information will often go to her temples. Moren distributes her knowledge to all who seek it, but they must abide by the rules of the library. All of her priests must take an oath of silence. Alignment: Lawful Neutral. Weapon: longsword, as it is the weapon used most often in books. Domains: Knowledge, Law, Magic. Symbol: a book.
Cabram: God of music, Cabram is also the gods’ jester. He is worshipped by bards and some gnomes, and is known for his quick wit. He has a friendly rivalry with Tinser; they often hold contests to see who can come up with the best joke or insult. Alignment: Chaotic Good. Weapon: rapier. His duels with Tinser are sometimes physical as well as mental. Domains: Trickery, Chaos, Good, Luck. Symbol: a mandolin.
Tegor: The god of Law, Tegor metes out harsh punishments to criminals. The Inevitables are his handiwork, and he is devoted completely to the law. It is customary to open a trial with an appeal to Tegor, and he has been known to interfere in a trial if the trial goes outside the bounds of the law. He is generally revered by lawyers and judges. Alignment: Lawful Neutral. Weapon: Longsword, an echo of his own Sword of Justice. Domains: Law, Protection, Strength. A sword on a scroll.
Egelutia: Goddess of archery, Egelutia is dedicated strictly to her craft. She cares little for most mortals, but has some affection for the elves who favor her. Any archery match opens with a prayer to Egelutia, and she has more than once guided an arrow of a faithful worshipper. She is married to Risir, god of swordplay. Alignment: Neutral. Weapon: Longbow. Domains: War, Strength, Destruction. Symbol: a golden arrow.
Risir: God of swordplay, husband of Egelutia. He sees good and evil, chaos and law as simply different uses of his craft. A prayer is offered to him before tournaments, and even Cabram and Tinser have him judge their occasional matches. Alignment: Neutral. Weapon: Bastard Sword, most difficult sword to master. Domains: War, Strength, Destruction. Symbol: A sword with a ruby blade.
Bonus points to those who can spot over half of my jokes! (there are 6)