Urallia’s Neighbors
Urallia’s borders have solidified over the years, and its neighbors have become more established and concrete, so I’m going to explain them.
First is Birikiv, a large, power-hungry country which Urallia and Agurani fought against ages ago. Its capital is Vekad, a cosmopolitan city with very little in the way of working class folk. The whole of Birikiv is somewhat decadent, but the economy is doing well, and it has recently pulled itself out of numerous pollution-based crises. It essentially encompasses the entirety of the western shores of the as yet unnamed sea the Urallian peninsula juts out onto. It was formerly the Birikivi Empire, which controlled all of Tophathal, Paothan, Kamezha, and much farther inland. This collapsed because of a large slave rebellion and a lot of interregnum, but the Birikivi are still fiercely proud of their lineage, and some even endorse a return to power.
Next comes Agurani. Agurani is the second country to use the Ulandisit root language, and has a lot in common with Urallia. They have prospered over the years as trade partners and allies, so the two countries have a very good relationship. Intermarriages have been known to happen. Agurani’s capital is Rusui. It is ruled by Cerigonal der Omrulas, and it’s been said that he and Gryphonel der Amanos, the current ruler of Urallia went to college together, which really symbolizes how close the countries are.
Next is Tophathal, the northern neighbor of Urallia. It is a fairly nondescript country. It was subjugated by Birikiv for a long time, until the Empire collapsed due to widespread rebellion and internal turmoi. It has since rebuilt, although this has been unnaturally hard because of the Kamezhan secession. Its capital is the port of Kelpha.
Kamezha, Tophathal’s northeastern neighbor, seceded from the aforementioned country after a lengthy and bloody civil war. Their economy is not doing well, but they are being helped along by their neigbors. Their capital is Kam.
Paothan, Tophathal’s western cousin, is quite similar to Tophathal in that it was subjugated and has brought itself out. However, while Tophathal tends to have a very conservative view on things, Paothan is often more liberal, and this has earned them a higher standing in Urallia’s books. Its capital is Nol Tuspin.
West of Paothan is the small country of Chorem. It is effectively a long line along the coast, with fishing villages and such dotting it. Is economy is somewhat stangnant, although efforts from neighboring countries are producing some results. Its capital is situated at Mearash.
Sielko is the greatest eastern power on the sea. It is largely built on the banks of a large river, allowing it access by water to the full western continent, as well as the entire sea. As such, it is a very powerful country, with a lot of power on land and sea. It has a history of clashes with Aiolina, even having its capital captured once, and the two are not in good standings. Its capital is Solem Rulthi.
Finally, there is Aiolina. Created by the last remaining Ulandin natives when they crossed from the island chain, it is a quickly growing country equal to Agurani in size and influence. It is also the Urallia’s third second major ally and trading partner. It’s had numerous border wars with Sielko. Its capital is Diurai.
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