Balúrail: Difference between revisions

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|Size=94,428 mi²
|Size=94,428 mi²
|Spirits=Mavai, Tahami, Jirna
|Spirits=Mavai, Tahami, Jirna
|Inhabitants=Morusi, Olsendi
|Inhabitants=Boiyende, Olsendi
|Population=1.6 Million
|Population=1.6 Million
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Balúrail was originally inhabited by the race of [[Olsendi]], a small swamp-adapted otter-like creature who lived in small swampy villages scattered around the Balúrail lowlands. Olsendi society is decentralized and tribal in nature.
Balúrail was originally inhabited by the race of [[Olsendi]], a small swamp-adapted otter-like creature who lived in small swampy villages scattered around the Balúrail lowlands. Olsendi society is decentralized and tribal in nature.


=== Human Migration and the Morusi ===
=== Human Migration and the Boiyende ===


When humans migrated to the area, they eventually became known as the [[Morusi]]. Over generations, the Olsendi were slowly displaced as the Morusi continued to spread out across the land. As the Morusi grew in strength, the oppression of the Olsendi continued, resulting in the creation of a large reservation in the north-west.
When humans migrated to the area, they eventually became known as the [[Boiyende]]. Over generations, the Olsendi were slowly displaced as the Boiyende continued to spread out across the land. As the Boiyende grew in strength, the oppression of the Olsendi continued, resulting in the creation of a large reservation in the north-west.
|Geography==== Regions ===
|Geography==== Regions ===
Balúrail is geographically divided into two main regions, the [[Eastern Highlands]] and the [[Western Lowlands]]. The Eastern Highlands are rocky foothills of the [[Murzkar Mountains|Murzakar mountain range]], while in the Western Lowlands, the majority of the realm of Balúrail consists of swampy peat bogs.
Balúrail is geographically divided into two main regions, the [[Eastern Highlands]] and the [[Western Lowlands]]. The Eastern Highlands are rocky foothills of the [[Murzkar Mountains|Murzakar mountain range]], while in the Western Lowlands, the majority of the realm of Balúrail consists of swampy peat bogs.
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|Goverment and Politics=Balúrail is under the jurisdiction of the [[League of Balúrail]]. The league consists of four states, one territory, and the Olsendi Reservation.
|Goverment and Politics=Balúrail is under the jurisdiction of the [[League of Balúrail]]. The league consists of four states, one territory, and the Olsendi Reservation.
|Economy=It is a resource‑heavy realm, and much of its economy is centered around those resources. Mining in the green highlands, forestry, as well as the collection of rare and valuable medicinal herbs in the various swamps through Balúrail.
|Economy=It is a resource‑heavy realm, and much of its economy is centered around those resources. Mining in the green highlands, forestry, as well as the collection of rare and valuable medicinal herbs in the various swamps through Balúrail.
|Demographics=The majority of Balúrail is Morusi, although some smaller ethnic groups live in the port cities. The original inhabitants, the Olsendi, are few in number and confined to the reservation, as well as a few free colonies in the [[Murzak Wilds]].
|Demographics=The majority of Balúrail is Boiyende, although some smaller ethnic groups live in the port cities. The original inhabitants, the Olsendi, are few in number and confined to the reservation, as well as a few free colonies in the [[Murzak Wilds]].
|Native Spirits=[[Mavai]] is the [[Ascendant Spirit|ascendant spirit]] of mystery and uncertainty. Her home is in Leban (region).  
|Native Spirits=[[Mavai]] is the [[Ascendant Spirit|ascendant spirit]] of mystery and uncertainty. Her home is in Leban (region).  


[[Tahami]] is the [[Ascendant Spirit|ascendant spirit]] of swamps and bogs. His home is on the Olsendi reservation in northwestern Balúrail.
[[Tahami]] is the [[Ascendant Spirit|ascendant spirit]] of swamps and bogs. His home is on the Olsendi reservation in northwestern Balúrail.
|Gallery={{Slideshow|
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Morusi_Peat_Cutter_Photo 01.jpg:: A common profession in Balúrail is that of the peat cutter.
Boiyende_Peat_Cutter_Photo 01.jpg:: A common profession in Balúrail is that of the peat cutter.
Leban Streetscene Photo 01.jpg :: A photograph of [[Leban_(city)|Leban]] ca. 984
Leban Streetscene Photo 01.jpg :: A photograph of [[Leban_(city)|Leban]] ca. 984
Ruyo Bares Photo 01.jpg :: A photograph of Ruyo Bares, president of the [[League of Balúrail]].
Ruyo Bares Photo 01.jpg :: A photograph of Ruyo Bares, president of the [[League of Balúrail]].
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