Augustine

On the western coast of the mainland, just south of the Pascal Mountains, is the culturally rich and morally rigorous nation of Augustine. The oldest nation on the mainland (at least, as far as continual rule is), Augustine prides itself on two things: its contributions to art and literature, and its effective and highly regarded Knight Orders. They are perpetual enemies of the nomadic peoples of Rushgram, whom they consider uncultured savages.

The culture of Augustine trends heavy to law and order. Worship of Evil gods is illegal as is all forms of witchcraft and demonic magic. They have the most intricate and developed justice system in the world, with justices, lawyers, investigators, and enforcers in many branches. Many legal systems throughout the world were heavily influenced by Augustine's.

Despite having a large dwarf population, non-humans are not allowed official citizenship. Racism against non-humans is a serious concern, fueled in large by raids of orcs and half-orcs from the mountains. Dwarves are begrudgingly accepted due to their skill as artisans, though tension exists with groups pushing for dwarven citizenship.

According to Augustine law, women can inherit property and titles. So with second prince Thierry married to Emperor Calvin II's only daughter, Ellena, they pressed a claim for the Rosa throne. They are one of the largest forces on the battlefield in terms of sheer numbers, fielding almost all their Knight Orders as well as a large levy of infantry, and being backed by several of Rosa's Legions who have put their support behind the popular Ellena. They also face heavy resistance by those concerned with Augustine implementing its strict laws in the Empire, as well as by non-humans concerned with what their role in a Augustine-dominated Rosa would be.

Trouve
The capital of Augustine, throne of the King, and headquarters of all its legitimate Knight Orders. Sometimes called “The Golden City” for its density of museums, libraries, and universities. Much of the city is beautiful dwarven craft, though few dwarves are allowed permanent residence.

Marchant
A fortress and trading hub town on the eastern border. It features some of the largest bookstores in the worlds which supply book peddlers from all over.

Holianne
A religious city with some of the largest temples to the good Gods in the world.

Order of the Cold Flame
A knight order specially trained in cold-weather survival and combat to fight the northern tribes.

Order of the Arrowhead
A knight order dedicated to the God Sucemis which aids in law enforcement and combating bandits and other criminal enterprises.

Order of the Golden Lance
A knight order focused on shock-and-awe and overwhelming force tactics.