A once-prosperous democratic republic, the Lewihbolan Republic has fallen under the control of the Sable Horizon Syndicate, a powerful mercantile and criminal organization. While the government maintains the facade of democracy, corruption, bribery, and corporate dominance dictate policy. Despite its turbulent political landscape, the republic remains a thriving trade hub, with vast grasslands, towering mountains, and a storm-lashed coastline offering abundant resources. However, beneath the surface, whispers of rebellion grow louder as resistance movements fight to reclaim true freedom.
Capital City
Geography
173,000 square miles, featuring rolling grasslands, rocky hills, mountains, forests, rivers, and coastal cliffs.
Climate
The Lewihbolan Republic has a humid continental climate (Dfb) with cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers, while coastal regions experience frequent storms and mountain areas endure prolonged snowfall.
Population
Estimated: 13 million
Human (42%), Dragonblood Heritage (35%), Halfling (7%), Dwarf (6%), Orc (3%), Elf (0.8%), Gnome (1%), Goblin (0.8%), Leshy (0.6%), Kobold (0.2%), Tengu (0.2%), Vanara (0.2%), Hobgoblin (0.2%)
Government
Puppet Senate
A Short History
Originally protected by the prosperous northern fleet of the Mahutaran Trade Federation, The Sable Horizon Syndicate exerted power over the region, leveraging wealth, espionage, and military force to seize control of the republic.
The transition from democratic idealism to oligarchic rule was gradual but insidious. At first, the Senate relied on the Syndicate to maintain order, but soon, it became clear that the Syndicate was the true power behind the throne. The Republic’s military was privatized, and state-controlled industries were sold off to wealthy crime lords and corrupt merchants.
Despite this bleak reality, resistance groups continue to organize in secret. Led by former senators, rogue soldiers, and impassioned civilians, the fight for liberation is far from over.
General information
Geography
Spanning 173,000 square miles, the Lewihbolan Republic boasts a diverse and rugged landscape. The western portion is dominated by expansive rolling grasslands, home to scattered farming communities and vast herds of livestock. These plains gradually give way to rocky hills and ancient forests in the central region, where dense woodlands provide timber and shelter for various settlements.
To the east, towering mountain ranges mark the border of the republic, their peaks often shrouded in mist and snow. These mountains serve as both a natural barrier and a resource hub, rich with minerals and gemstones mined by the industrious dwarves. The many rivers that originate from these peaks carve deep valleys and provide vital waterways for trade and transport.
The southern coastline features dramatic cliffs and rocky outcroppings, interspersed with sheltered coves and bustling port towns. The coastal regions experience frequent storms, and the unpredictable tides make seafaring both treacherous and rewarding. Alongside the coast, dense mangroves and salt marshes provide natural defenses against invaders but also harbor hidden enclaves used by smugglers and pirates.
Throughout the republic, the land is dotted with ancient ruins and remnants of civilizations long past, hinting at a history far older than the current regime. These ruins, while often left undisturbed, are occasionally the subject of archaeological expeditions or looting by desperate scavengers seeking relics of power.
Government
While the Lewihbolan Republic still maintains the illusion of democratic governance, it is, in reality, controlled by The Sable Horizon Syndicate—a powerful mercantile and criminal conglomerate. The Senate is comprised of elected officials, but nearly all are bought or coerced into serving the Syndicate’s interests. This has led to widespread bribery, favoritism, and oppression of those who resist. Law enforcement is primarily carried out by private security forces and mercenary guilds, who act in the interest of the highest bidder rather than the people.
However, beneath the surface, whispers of revolution grow louder. Dissident movements have begun to organize in the rural villages and smaller towns, seeking to overthrow the corrupt regime and restore true democracy.
Regional Gods
Despite the corruption, religious traditions remain strong. The Lewihbolan Republic does not regulate faith, but some go gained prominence among rebels and commoners seeking justice: