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[[File:Kern World Map-v2.png|thumb|World map of Kern, including named locations, territories, and bodies of water.|294x294px]]
''See Also:'' [[List of Locations in Kern]]


= Kern =
'''Kern''' (pronounced ''KURN'') is the central setting of the world of The Silly Campaign and its subsequent volumes. The map is purposefully undetailed so your imagination can fill in the gaps. Below is a list of the named locations, towns, cities, and nations of the world along with a brief description of what they are.  
'''Kern''' (pronounced ''KURN'') is the central setting of the world of The Silly Campaign and its subsequent volumes. The map is heavily stylized so your imagination can fill in the gaps. I don’t expect you to read this whole thing. Below is a list of the named locations, towns, cities, and nations of the world along with a brief description of what they are.  


== Location Summaries (Brief) ==
Anything you read about the below locations that isn’t explicitly stated I would like for you to fill in with your imagination. Below is a brief summary of each named location listed in this document.
Anything you read about the below locations that isn’t explicitly stated I would like for you all to fill in with your imagination. Below is a brief summary of each named location listed in this document.<blockquote>Kingdom of Valysir – The main state of the Valysirian Empire. The Keep is the most populous area in the world and is the eastern world’s metropolis. It is home to the international headquarters of Magicorp.
== Western Major Region ==
The '''Western Major Region''' is the most sparsely-populated region of the world due to the abundance of overgrown foliage and monsters roaming the [[Kern#Far Country|Far Country]]. [[File:WesternMajorRegion.png|left|frame|Location of the Western Major Region. ]]


City of Ecil – Territory of the Valysirian Empire. Ecil has the world’s leading, extremely-prestigious magic college. They are also known for their musical compositions and galas.
=== Aestros ===
''Main Article'': [[Aestros]]


Dragon’s Thumb Forest – The other source of wild magic in the world. Once used as a battleground in an ancient war involving the Oerlikon.  
A robust nation-state whose economy is centered around the fabrication and production of natural resources. They are the world’s foremost exporters of quality steel.


Vale’s Retreat – A small nation who are known for producing Crystal Ball films and shows.
=== Amberwell ===
''Main Article'': [[Amberwell]]


Land’s End – A derelict old village where people outcast from the Valysirian Empire usually turn up.  
A smallish town situated right in the narrowest part of the western plains just before crossing over into the [[Kern#Gleaming Forest|Gleaming Forest]] across their canal.


Kingdom of Vanda – A proud, agrarian kingdom known for its scenic beauty and natural landscape features begins at the mountain range separating their lands from the Dragon’s Thumb forest in southern Valysir.
=== Arlen ===
''Main Article'': [[Arlen]]


Kingdom of Ylvin – The primary elvish homeland scattered with majestic mountain peaks, ancient castles, and beautiful landscape.
A small, quaint town that prides itself on their agriculture and hard work.
 
Nation of Tharic – A democratic mountain nation under heavy political and economic pressure from Valysir due to their close proximity.</blockquote>
 
== Northwestern Major Region ==


=== Far Country ===
=== Far Country ===
A sprawling, untamed land of wildlife, vegetation, trees, cliffs, rivers, and mountains. The Far Country is an extremely wide sprawl of untamed forests in the northern end of the continent. It is filled with lush, bucolic rivers, plains, and waterfalls hidden from the exposure of the outside world thanks to the thick vegetation surrounding the area.  
A sprawling, untamed land of wildlife, vegetation, trees, cliffs, rivers, and mountains. The Far Country is an extremely wide sprawl of untamed forests in the northern end of the continent. It is filled with lush, bucolic rivers, plains, and waterfalls hidden from the exposure of the outside world thanks to the thick vegetation surrounding the area.  


It is home to a whole ecosystem of different types of life, including the Oerlikon. Overlooking the entrance to the forest from the south is Mt. Gôl.  
It is home to a whole ecosystem of different types of life, including the [[Oerlikon]]. Overlooking the entrance to the forest from the south is Mt. Gôl.  


During the nighttime, the Far Country becomes a hostile environment of monsters and predators when all of the more tempered creatures are home, giving them the ability to stalk the night. The area is well-known for the variety of monsters and other bizarre creatures that may show up during the night. Some downplay the events of this forest as superstition.  
During the nighttime, the Far Country becomes a hostile environment of monsters and predators when all of the more tempered creatures are home, giving them the ability to stalk the night. The area is well-known for the variety of monsters and other bizarre creatures that may show up during the night. Some downplay the events of this forest as superstition.  


=== Last ‘Stoppe Inn ===
=== Goblin Settlement ===
A famous, moderately-sized inn located between the last cities/small towns of the western plains and the Far Country. The Last ‘Stoppe Inn is located between Arlen and Mt. Gôl, acting as the point of no return for adventurers traveling to the north of the continent. The Far Country is uninhabitable by normal means, so no buildings or cities can be constructed within. There are small settlements of fey creatures and other animals within, however. 
''Main Article'': [[Goblin Settlement]]


== Western Major Region ==
An abandoned coal mine claimed by the largest group of goblins as their permanent home.


=== Arlen ===
=== Last ‘Stoppe Inn ===
''Main Article'': [[Arlen]]
A famous, moderately-sized inn located between the last cities/small towns of the western plains and the Far Country. The Last ‘Stoppe Inn is located between [[Arlen]] and Mt. Gôl, acting as the point of no return for adventurers traveling to the north of the continent. The Far Country is uninhabitable by normal means, so no buildings or cities can be constructed within. There are small settlements of fey creatures and other animals. 


A small, quaint town that prides itself on their agriculture and hard work.
== Southwestern Major Region ==
[[File:SouthwesternMajorRegion.png|thumb|175x175px|Location of the Southwestern Major Region.]]


=== Aestros ===
=== Clank ===
''Main Article'': [[Aestros]]
''Main Article'': [[Clank]]


A robust nation-state whose economy is centered around the fabrication and production of natural resources. They are the world’s foremost exporters of quality steel.
A desolate, hard-boiled desert town known for their simple living and illegal activities.  


=== Amberwell ===
=== The Hot Pot ===
''Main Article'': [[Amberwell]]
''Main Article'': [[The Hot Pot]]


A smallish town situated right in the narrowest part of the western plains just before crossing over into the Feller Isles. 
Recently-reopened coliseum that hosts all kinds of competitions, including the world’s most renowned fighting tournaments.
== Feller Isles ==


== West Feller Isles ==
=== West Feller Isles ===
[[File:FellerIsles.png|left|Location of the Feller Isles.|thumb|404x404px]]


=== Goblin Settlement ===
==== Balaris ====
''Main Article'': [[Goblin Settlement]]
''Main Article'': [[Balaris]]


An abandoned mine claimed by the largest group of goblins as their permanent home.
An unassuming, curmudgeonly town and their fishing reserve who are the world’s #1 exporters of fresh fish.
 
=== Gleaming Forest ===
Resting between the Goblin Settlement and the bustling nation of Lyre is the Gleaming Forest. It is a relatively small, but dense and pronounced area of lush vegetation and critters. Alongside the Dragon’s Thumb Forest, it is one of two known and consistent sources of wild magic. While there is a main highway through the forest, it is surprisingly easy to become lost, and even the more seasoned adventurers of Kern are prone to getting turned around in it. Bands of thieves are often reported roaming the highways searching for naive passers-by.


=== Lyre ===
==== Gleam ====
''Main Article'': [[Lyre]]
 
The western world’s metropolis. Lyre is a major country of the West Feller Isles.
 
=== Gleam ===
''Main Article:'' [[Gleam]]
''Main Article:'' [[Gleam]]


A satellite state of Lyre. Has a decent-but-not-prestigious magic college.  
A satellite state of [[Lyre]]. Has a decent-but-not-prestigious magic college.  


=== Lochfog ===  
==== Gleaming Forest ====
Resting between [[Amberwell]] and the bustling nation of Lyre is the Gleaming Forest. It is a relatively small, but dense and pronounced area of lush vegetation and critters. Alongside the [[Kern#Dragon’s Thumb Forest|Dragon’s Thumb Forest]], it is one of two of the most potent, wild sources of ''mana''. While there is a main highway through the forest, it is surprisingly easy to become lost, and even the more seasoned adventurers of Kern are prone to getting turned around in it. Bands of thieves are often reported roaming the highways searching for naive passers-by.


==== Lochfog ====
''Main Article'': [[Lochfog]]
''Main Article'': [[Lochfog]]


A tourist trap town whose economy and culture revolve around a massive, amazingly-beautiful lake.   
A tourist trap town whose economy and culture revolve around a massive, amazingly-beautiful lake.   


=== Balaris ===
==== Lyre ====
''Main Article'': [[Balaris]]
''Main Article'': [[Lyre]]
 
The western world’s metropolis. Lyre is a major country of the West Feller Isles.
 
=== East Feller Isles ===
The '''East Feller Isles''' are a united confederation of colonies which grew into countries that recently liberated themselves democratically from Lyre’s jurisdiction. Combined, they are very large in population, but Magicorp has an extensive history of abusing this region due to their lack of coordinated leadership.


An unassuming, curmudgeonly town and their fishing reserve who are the world’s #1 exporters of fresh fish. 
==== Fillmore ====
''Main Article'': [[Fillmore]]


== East Feller Isles ==
A major world exporter of tobacco and other agricultural products, but also notably the only fishing rivals of [[Balaris]].


=== Haxby ===
==== Haxby ====
''Main Article'': [[Haxby]]
''Main Article'': [[Haxby]]


A popular vacation spot full of casinos, bars, and other related entertainment. Also a major exporter of grain and other related crops.
A popular vacation spot full of casinos, bars, and other related entertainment. Also a major exporter of grain and other related crops.


=== Scotchwood ===
==== Scotchwood ====
''Main Article'': [[Scotchwood]]
''Main Article'': [[Scotchwood]]


A ''de facto'' dwarven-ethnostate who are  the world’s largest exporters of natural resources from their mines. They have a corporatist government that uses private militias to govern the area.
A ''de facto'' dwarven-ethnostate who are  the world’s largest exporters of natural resources from their mines. They have a corporatist government that uses private militias to govern the area.


=== Fillmore ===
== Southern Major Region ==
''Main Article'': [[Fillmore]]
[[File:SouthernMajorRegion.png|thumb|164x164px|Location of the Southern Major Region.]]
 
A major world exporter of tobacco and other agricultural products, but also notably the only fishing rivals of Balaris.
 
== Southwestern Major Region ==


=== Democratic Peoples’ Republic of Glaggleland ===
=== Democratic Peoples’ Republic of Glaggleland ===
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An autocratic dictatorship from which no visitor has ever returned.
An autocratic dictatorship from which no visitor has ever returned.
=== Clank ===
''Main Article'': [[Clank]]
A desolate, hard-boiled desert town known for their simple living and illegal activities.
=== The Hot Pot ===
''Main Article'': [[The Hot Pot]]
Recently-reopened coliseum that hosts all kinds of competitions, including the world’s most renowned fighting tournaments.
== Southern Major Region ==


=== Straetos ===
=== Straetos ===
''Main Article'': [[Straetos]]
''Main Article'': [[Straetos]]


One of the biggest nations in the world. It is a gigantic plateau lifted up a mile high out of the ocean. It is inhabited mainly by Straetofolk, a race of people who are made of clouds.
One of the biggest nations in the world. It is a gigantic plateau lifted up a mile high out of the ocean. It is inhabited mainly by [[straetofolk]], a race of people who are made of clouds.


== Southeast Major Region ==
== Southeastern Major Region ==
[[File:SoutheasternMajorRegion.png|left|thumb|200x200px|Location of the Southeastern Major Region.]]


=== Lodistan ===
=== Lodistan ===
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An anarchist trading headquarters for all things illegal and contraband.
An anarchist trading headquarters for all things illegal and contraband.


'''Marketplace and Trade.''' You can buy and sell anything at this place. Xantoh’s Watch is the premier source of the world’s illegal goods. Commonly sought-after “exotic” goods and services include weapons, illicit drugs, explosives, prostitution, slaves, mercenaries, hitmen, workers, and so on.  
== Eastern Major Region ==
[[File:EasternMajorRegion.png|thumb|556x556px|Location of the Eastern Major Region.]]


'''Population Size.''' Large: Somewhere in the neighborhood of 30-40,000 people are estimated to be roaming Xantoh’s Watch at all times, though global activities sometimes cause this number to fluctuate in either direction.
=== Ecil ===
 
'''Population Density.''' Being located on the beach of a desert tends to draw all who are trapped there towards it. The city is exceptionally densely-packed with merchants and bodegas.
 
'''Population Demographics.''' All kinds of non-human races take residence or do business in Xantoh’s Watch. Only the strongest, cunning, or bravest humans travel to the area due to the unparalleled danger its’ inhabitants pose. Most who decide to live in Xantoh’s Watch usually do not do so for long.
 
'''Government.''' There is no government in Xantoh’s Watch except for what little honor there may lie among thieves.
 
'''Culture.''' At Xantoh’s Watch, everything has a price. The area is commonly referred to under the colloquialism “The Market.” Though a brief ocean separates them, common patrons of Ares’ Trap are also seen here with frequency (and vice versa). The city’s unique graffiti art is revered around the world for its’ sardonic and twisted sense of humor.
 
= Eastern Major Region =
 
== Valysirian Empire ==
 
=== Valysir ===
''Main Article'': Valysir


=== Ecil ===
''Main Article'': [[Ecil]]


Territory of the [[Valysirian Empire]]. Ecil has the world’s leading, extremely-prestigious magic college. They are also known for their musical compositions and galas.


=== Dragon's Thumb Forest ===
=== Dragon's Thumb Forest ===
'''Marketplace and Trade.''' Ecil’s marketplace is based upon the trade routes from Valysir. Because of the presence of their prestigious magic college, they are world-renowned for their custom and unique magic items. The college also employs over 20,000 staff members in order to operate due to its’ size.  
Like the [[Kern#Gleaming Forest|Gleaming Forest]], Dragon’s Thumb is the only other known, consistent source of wild ''mana''  in the world. It is a forest that grew in the ruins of a battleground torn asunder by the [[Oerlikon]] when they warred with the first great necromancer one thousand years ago.  


'''Population Size.''' Huge: Ecil has a registered population of 490,000.  
The forest is full of castle ruins, caves, cliffs, and waterfalls the whole way through. There is a highway between [[Valysir]] and [[Ecil]], but it is a very seedy place where crime rates are high, usually related to the interception of goods on their way between the two cities.  


'''Population Density.''' Variety: Ecil’s population density is similar to that of Valysir.  
=== Land’s End ===
A derelict old village nestled in the foreground of the mountain range beyond the Eastern Major Region where people outcast or excommunicated from the [[Valysirian Empire]] usually turn up. All of the most-bizarre outcasts and rejects of the world may at some point end up here. Some refer to it as a ghost town.  


'''Population Demographics.''' Elves are the most common race in Ecil, followed by a tie between humans and tieflings, a minority of dwarves, and small amounts of other creatures scattered around.
=== Vale’s Retreat ===
''Main Article'': [[Vale's Retreat]]


'''Government.''' Ecil is a part of the Valysirian Empire. They are protected by their kingdom’s army. They have a remarkably-uncontroversial existence.  
A major island territory under under the control of the Valysirian Empire and [[Magicorp]].


'''Culture.''' Ecil boasts of a very large student population that have contributed greatly to the city’s arts and entertainment. The college has a film school that has produced scores of Crystal Ball films and shows over the years. The music produced by the city, however, is widely-agreed to be among the most exquisite in the world.
=== Valysir ===
 
''Main Article'': [[Valysir]]
==== Dragon’s Thumb Forest ====
Like the Gleaming Forest, Dragon’s Thumb is the only other known, consistent source of wild magic in the world. It is a forest that grew in the ruins of a battleground torn asunder by the Oerlikon when they warred with the first great necromancer one thousand years ago.
 
The forest is full of castle ruins, caves, cliffs, and waterfalls the whole way through. There is a highway between Valysir and Ecil, but it is a very seedy place where crime rates are high, usually related to the interception of goods on their way between the two cities.
 
= Northeast =
 
== Vale’s Retreat ==
'''Marketplace and Trade.''' Vale’s Retreat boasts of world-class industries in film, restaurants, entertainment, liquor, and magic-related services.
 
'''Population Size.''' Huge: Vale’s Retreat has a registered population of 314,000.
 
'''Population Density.''' Tight: The whole area is on a small island connected via bridge to Valysir.
 
'''Population Demographics.''' Elves are the most prominent race in Vale’s Retreat, but it remains a fairly multicultural area due to the high demand for Crystal Ball actors. There are large communities of humans as well.
 
'''Government.''' As a part of the Valysirian Empire, Vale’s Retreat is directly governed and protected by their king and their armed forces.
 
'''Culture.''' Vale’s Retreat is the world’s foremost producers of Crystal Ball films and shows. They also have a prominent theater industry, some of which is televised, some not. They are a direct competitor of Lyre’s restaurant industry.
 
== Land’s End ==
A derelict old village nestled in the foreground of the mountain range beyond. All of the most-bizarre outcasts and rejects of the world may at some point end up here. Some refer to it as a ghost town.
 
= North =
 
=== Kingdom of Vanda ===
'''Marketplace and Trade.''' Vanda’s primary trades are masonry, mining, lumber production, and agriculture. Another noteworthy source of income to the country is the canal located on its northwestern border, which it shares by written agreement with Ylvin.
 
'''Population Size.''' Vanda has a population of roughly a million-strong.
 
'''Population Density.''' Vanda’s immense territory lets their citizens spread out fairly generously, so all different types of housing plans are viable in this nation.
 
'''Demonym.''' ‘Vandians’
 
'''Population Demographics.''' Humans and half-elves make up the basic majority of the population, followed by elves, dwarves, and halfings in equal numbers, then anthropomorphic animals, and finally miscellaneous creatures.
 
'''Government.''' Vanda is a monarchy ruled by an austere, but righteous king. His rule has been put to the test because of the increasing pressure from Valysir and Magicorp threatening to invade them, and the ongoing war between the two countries is a major source of geopolitical conflict and tension. Magicorp wants to take the canal for itself at all costs.
 
'''Culture.''' Vandians are generally extremely proud of their country and heritage, and for the most part, they have a well-liked king. He can be viewed as rash and sometimes strict, but he is decidedly not an evil man. He is especially popular due to being one of the few world leaders who sees through Richardson’s lies.
 
=== Kingdom of Ylvin ===
'''Marketplace and Trade.''' Ylvin relies on the proceeds from their canal which they share with Vanda to supplement the income they make from mining and lumber production. Magicorp fights tirelessly to acquire these industries from them, but the particularly business-savvy elven entrepreneurs have given him a challenge for once in his life.
 
'''Population Size.''' Ylvin’s population is roughly 750,000.
 
'''Population Density.''' Like Vanda and Tharic, Ylvin has a considerable amount of land with which to spread out their settlements and towns, allowing for all different kinds of housing.
 
'''Demonym.''' ‘Ylvians’
 
'''Population Demographics.''' Ylvin is an elf and half-elven majority state; after them, halflings, then humans, and then everyone else.
 
'''Government.''' Ylvin is a matriarchal society ruled by a queen. She and Vanda’s king are sometimes rivals, sometimes good neighbors, and the two countries generally get along nicely for their land arrangement. Both members of the royalty are committed to simply ensuring that their lands are places pleasant to live.


'''Culture.''' Ylvin is known for their rich celebration of and propagation of elf and other non-human culture. Their queen rules with compassion and is very well-received by her denizens.  
The metropole of the Valysirian Empire. The inner downtown area is the most populous area in the world and is the eastern world’s metropolis. It is home to the international headquarters of Magicorp.


=== Nation of Tharic ===
=== Vanda ===
'''Marketplace and Trade.''' Tharic is one of the world’s #1 mining syndicate companies because of their location. These companies are subsidiaries of Magicorp, and all of their proceeds are transferred upwards to their executives. Tharic is a ''de facto'' colony of Valysir because of this. They do not have very many other industries, except for masonry, and they are supplemented by rudimentary assistance from Valysir.
''Main Article'': [[Vanda]]


'''Population Size.''' Tharic is a nation of roughly 700,000.
A proud, agrarian kingdom known for its scenic beauty and natural landscape features which begins at the mountain range separating their lands from the [[Kern#Dragon's Thumb Forest|Dragon’s Thumb]] [[Kern#Dragon's Thumb Forest|Forest]] in southern [[Valysir]].  


'''Population Density.''' Because of Valysir’s involvement, middle- and lower-class Tharicians are largely unable to purchase houses and instead have to live in mining syndicate housing projects for exorbitant prices. The rich are able to live in exquisite palaces.  
= Northern Major Region =
[[File:NorthernMajorRegion.png|left|thumb|521x521px|Location of the Northern Major Region.]]


'''Demonym.''' ‘Tharicians’
=== Tharic ===
''Main Article'': [[Tharic]]


'''Population Demographics.''' Humans, half-elves, and halfings are the main races, followed by elves and dwarves, and finally anthropomorphic animals.  
A democratic mountain nation under heavy political and economic pressure from [[Valysir]] due to their close proximity.


'''Government.''' Tharic is a democratic country, though it is basically only so in name only. Valysir has heavily-compromised this nation’s politics to the point that the people have lost control of the country.
=== Ylvin ===
''Main Article'': [[Ylvin]]


'''Culture.''' Tharic has a convoluted, sometimes unhinged culture and relationship towards work. “Non-productive” members of their society are scorned upon, while “productive” members, who are relentlessly worked to the bone, are seen as better or superior to the others. They are a tense society under the spell of Valysir.
The primary elvish homeland scattered with majestic mountain peaks, ancient castles, and beautiful landscape.

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World map of Kern, including named locations, territories, and bodies of water.

See Also: List of Locations in Kern

Kern (pronounced KURN) is the central setting of the world of The Silly Campaign and its subsequent volumes. The map is purposefully undetailed so your imagination can fill in the gaps. Below is a list of the named locations, towns, cities, and nations of the world along with a brief description of what they are.

Anything you read about the below locations that isn’t explicitly stated I would like for you to fill in with your imagination. Below is a brief summary of each named location listed in this document.

Western Major Region

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The Western Major Region is the most sparsely-populated region of the world due to the abundance of overgrown foliage and monsters roaming the Far Country.

Location of the Western Major Region.

Aestros

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Main Article: Aestros

A robust nation-state whose economy is centered around the fabrication and production of natural resources. They are the world’s foremost exporters of quality steel.

Amberwell

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Main Article: Amberwell

A smallish town situated right in the narrowest part of the western plains just before crossing over into the Gleaming Forest across their canal.

Arlen

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Main Article: Arlen

A small, quaint town that prides itself on their agriculture and hard work.

Far Country

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A sprawling, untamed land of wildlife, vegetation, trees, cliffs, rivers, and mountains. The Far Country is an extremely wide sprawl of untamed forests in the northern end of the continent. It is filled with lush, bucolic rivers, plains, and waterfalls hidden from the exposure of the outside world thanks to the thick vegetation surrounding the area.

It is home to a whole ecosystem of different types of life, including the Oerlikon. Overlooking the entrance to the forest from the south is Mt. Gôl.

During the nighttime, the Far Country becomes a hostile environment of monsters and predators when all of the more tempered creatures are home, giving them the ability to stalk the night. The area is well-known for the variety of monsters and other bizarre creatures that may show up during the night. Some downplay the events of this forest as superstition.

Goblin Settlement

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Main Article: Goblin Settlement

An abandoned coal mine claimed by the largest group of goblins as their permanent home.

Last ‘Stoppe Inn

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A famous, moderately-sized inn located between the last cities/small towns of the western plains and the Far Country. The Last ‘Stoppe Inn is located between Arlen and Mt. Gôl, acting as the point of no return for adventurers traveling to the north of the continent. The Far Country is uninhabitable by normal means, so no buildings or cities can be constructed within. There are small settlements of fey creatures and other animals.

Southwestern Major Region

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Location of the Southwestern Major Region.

Clank

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Main Article: Clank

A desolate, hard-boiled desert town known for their simple living and illegal activities.

The Hot Pot

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Main Article: The Hot Pot

Recently-reopened coliseum that hosts all kinds of competitions, including the world’s most renowned fighting tournaments.

Feller Isles

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West Feller Isles

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Location of the Feller Isles.

Balaris

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Main Article: Balaris

An unassuming, curmudgeonly town and their fishing reserve who are the world’s #1 exporters of fresh fish.

Gleam

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Main Article: Gleam

A satellite state of Lyre. Has a decent-but-not-prestigious magic college.

Gleaming Forest

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Resting between Amberwell and the bustling nation of Lyre is the Gleaming Forest. It is a relatively small, but dense and pronounced area of lush vegetation and critters. Alongside the Dragon’s Thumb Forest, it is one of two of the most potent, wild sources of mana. While there is a main highway through the forest, it is surprisingly easy to become lost, and even the more seasoned adventurers of Kern are prone to getting turned around in it. Bands of thieves are often reported roaming the highways searching for naive passers-by.

Lochfog

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Main Article: Lochfog

A tourist trap town whose economy and culture revolve around a massive, amazingly-beautiful lake.

Lyre

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Main Article: Lyre

The western world’s metropolis. Lyre is a major country of the West Feller Isles.

East Feller Isles

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The East Feller Isles are a united confederation of colonies which grew into countries that recently liberated themselves democratically from Lyre’s jurisdiction. Combined, they are very large in population, but Magicorp has an extensive history of abusing this region due to their lack of coordinated leadership.

Fillmore

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Main Article: Fillmore

A major world exporter of tobacco and other agricultural products, but also notably the only fishing rivals of Balaris.

Haxby

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Main Article: Haxby

A popular vacation spot full of casinos, bars, and other related entertainment. Also a major exporter of grain and other related crops.

Scotchwood

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Main Article: Scotchwood

A de facto dwarven-ethnostate who are the world’s largest exporters of natural resources from their mines. They have a corporatist government that uses private militias to govern the area.

Southern Major Region

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Location of the Southern Major Region.

Democratic Peoples’ Republic of Glaggleland

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An autocratic dictatorship from which no visitor has ever returned.

Straetos

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Main Article: Straetos

One of the biggest nations in the world. It is a gigantic plateau lifted up a mile high out of the ocean. It is inhabited mainly by straetofolk, a race of people who are made of clouds.

Southeastern Major Region

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Location of the Southeastern Major Region.

Lodistan

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A smallish dictatorship that acts as the world’s authority on and foremost exporter of tobacco.

Xantoh’s Watch

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An anarchist trading headquarters for all things illegal and contraband.

Eastern Major Region

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Location of the Eastern Major Region.

Ecil

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Main Article: Ecil

Territory of the Valysirian Empire. Ecil has the world’s leading, extremely-prestigious magic college. They are also known for their musical compositions and galas.

Dragon's Thumb Forest

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Like the Gleaming Forest, Dragon’s Thumb is the only other known, consistent source of wild mana in the world. It is a forest that grew in the ruins of a battleground torn asunder by the Oerlikon when they warred with the first great necromancer one thousand years ago.

The forest is full of castle ruins, caves, cliffs, and waterfalls the whole way through. There is a highway between Valysir and Ecil, but it is a very seedy place where crime rates are high, usually related to the interception of goods on their way between the two cities.

Land’s End

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A derelict old village nestled in the foreground of the mountain range beyond the Eastern Major Region where people outcast or excommunicated from the Valysirian Empire usually turn up. All of the most-bizarre outcasts and rejects of the world may at some point end up here. Some refer to it as a ghost town.

Vale’s Retreat

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Main Article: Vale's Retreat

A major island territory under under the control of the Valysirian Empire and Magicorp.

Valysir

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Main Article: Valysir

The metropole of the Valysirian Empire. The inner downtown area is the most populous area in the world and is the eastern world’s metropolis. It is home to the international headquarters of Magicorp.

Vanda

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Main Article: Vanda

A proud, agrarian kingdom known for its scenic beauty and natural landscape features which begins at the mountain range separating their lands from the Dragon’s Thumb Forest in southern Valysir.

Northern Major Region

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Location of the Northern Major Region.

Tharic

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Main Article: Tharic

A democratic mountain nation under heavy political and economic pressure from Valysir due to their close proximity.

Ylvin

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Main Article: Ylvin

The primary elvish homeland scattered with majestic mountain peaks, ancient castles, and beautiful landscape.

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