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	== Demographics ==		== Demographics ==
	Yadena is primarily populated by humans, half-elves, nagaji, and tieflings. They are joined by significant populations of various other ancestries. The presence of the cartel's mercenaries have brought a highly diverse population to the region, many of whom have chosen to remain once their contracts are complete.		Yadena is primarily populated by [[human\|humans]], half-elves, [[nagaji]], and tieflings. They are joined by significant populations of various other ancestries. The presence of the cartel's mercenaries have brought a highly diverse population to the region, many of whom have chosen to remain once their contracts are complete.

	Many of the nagaji inhabitants of Yadena oppose the cartel, though most of them do not dare to do so openly.		Many of the nagaji inhabitants of Yadena oppose the cartel, though most of them do not dare to do so openly.

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	== History ==		== History ==
	In the days of the [[Sangiran\|Sangiran Empire]], the territory of modern Yadena was once the northern frontier of [[~~Vothan~~]]. Even before the Empire's collapse, the area was rather unstable as imperial forces frequently struggled to maintain control of the largely undeveloped and unorganized land.		In the days of the [[Sangiran\|Sangiran Empire]], the territory of modern Yadena was once the northern frontier of [[Vaothan]]. Even before the Empire's collapse, the area was rather unstable as imperial forces frequently struggled to maintain control of the largely undeveloped and unorganized land.

	Though the liquid that seeps out of the Crucibles was long known to local inhabitants, its properties remained obscure to the broader world. It was not until a group of alchemists arrived in the region in {{Year\|6586}} that the fluid was extensively studied. Led by [[Otan Marala]], [[Kenga Diir]], [[Cantis Turo]], and [[Olemedi Varhastlara]], these researchers quickly realized its potential. The alchemists changed their focus from research of the fluid to its harvest, with the chief scholars remaining as leaders. Gradually, these figures came to be known first informally and then formally as the Four.		Though the liquid that seeps out of the Crucibles was long known to local inhabitants, its properties remained obscure to the broader world. It was not until a group of alchemists arrived in the region in {{Year\|6586}} that the fluid was extensively studied. Led by [[Otan Marala]], [[Kenga Diir]], [[Cantis Turo]], and [[Olemedi Varhastlara]], these researchers quickly realized its potential. The alchemists changed their focus from research of the fluid to its harvest, with the chief scholars remaining as leaders. Gradually, these figures came to be known first informally and then formally as the Four.

	The impromptu cartel struggled initially, finding it difficult to sell openly with imperial control of ~~Vothanite~~ cities. When ~~Vothan~~ declared independence in {{Year\|6612}}, the Four saw their chance. With their drug-derived wealth, they hired an army of mercenaries and announced to the world that the cities of [[Rockmouth]], [[Raihad]], and [[Anduri]], as well as the surrounding lands, were theirs. In the midst of its own social and political upheaval, ~~Vothan~~ was unable to address its northern secessionists.		The impromptu cartel struggled initially, finding it difficult to sell openly with imperial control of Vaothanite cities. When Vaothan declared independence in {{Year\|6612}}, the Four saw their chance. With their drug-derived wealth, they hired an army of mercenaries and announced to the world that the cities of [[Rockmouth]], [[Raihad]], and [[Anduri]], as well as the surrounding lands, were theirs. In the midst of its own social and political upheaval, Vaothan was unable to address its northern secessionists.

	Since then, the cartel has thrived. Trade arrangements with Tarkuus have greatly lessened Yadenan reliance on ~~Vothan~~, as the cartel is now free to transport its goods to the ports of Tarkuus and sell to the world. The cartel continues to maintain a large force of mercenaries, who are handsomely paid to ensure their loyalty. Though the individuals have died and been replaced in the centuries since, the Four continue to lead the Yadena Cartel.		Since then, the cartel has thrived. Trade arrangements with Tarkuus have greatly lessened Yadenan reliance on Vaothan, as the cartel is now free to transport its goods to the ports of Tarkuus and sell to the world. The cartel continues to maintain a large force of mercenaries, who are handsomely paid to ensure their loyalty. Though the individuals have died and been replaced in the centuries since, the Four continue to lead the Yadena Cartel.

	== Demographics ==		== Demographics ==
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	== Economy ==		== Economy ==
	The cartel supports its operations by selling the melange from the Crucible mines. Almost all trade occurs through Tarkuus, as neither ~~Vothan~~ nor the giants of [[Matarsah]] wish to involve themselves with the cartel. A very profitable endeavor, the proceeds from this trade go entirely to enriching the cartel.		The cartel supports its operations by selling the melange from the Crucible mines. Almost all trade occurs through Tarkuus, as neither Vaothan nor the giants of [[Matarsah]] wish to involve themselves with the cartel. A very profitable endeavor, the proceeds from this trade go entirely to enriching the cartel.

	The common people are highly self-sufficient, mostly as a matter of necessity. The drug caravans transport little else, unless heavily bribed, and ~~Vothan~~ officially refuses to trade with anyone in Yadena. Nevertheless, items can always be smuggled between the two realms.		The common people are highly self-sufficient, mostly as a matter of necessity. The drug caravans transport little else, unless heavily bribed, and Vaothan officially refuses to trade with anyone in Yadena. Nevertheless, items can always be smuggled between the two realms.

	{{CitiesYadena}}		{{CitiesYadena}}

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Urbanization

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	Most Yadenans live in small towns across the nation. The three large cities of Yadena are quite small by the standards of its neighbors; the largest, [[Raihad]], is home to only around 25,000 individuals.		Most Yadenans live in small towns across the nation. The three large cities of Yadena are quite small by the standards of its neighbors; the largest, [[Raihad]], is home to only around 25,000 individuals.

	[[Rockmouth]], the northernmost city in Yadena, is ~~home to~~ the headquarters of the cartel. The elevated settlement has been built on and around one of the largest and most productive Crucibles.		[[Rockmouth]], the northernmost city in Yadena, is the headquarters of the cartel is located. The elevated settlement has been built on and around one of the largest and most productive Crucibles.

	== Government ==		== Government ==

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	== History ==		== History ==
	In the days of the [[Sangiran Empire]], the territory of modern Yadena was once the northern frontier of [[Vothan]]. Even before the Empire's collapse, the area was rather unstable as imperial forces frequently struggled to maintain control of the largely undeveloped and unorganized land.		In the days of the [[Sangiran\|Sangiran Empire]], the territory of modern Yadena was once the northern frontier of [[Vothan]]. Even before the Empire's collapse, the area was rather unstable as imperial forces frequently struggled to maintain control of the largely undeveloped and unorganized land.

	Though the liquid that seeps out of the Crucibles was long known to local inhabitants, its properties remained obscure to the broader world. It was not until a group of alchemists arrived in the region in {{Year\|6586}} that the fluid was extensively studied. Led by [[Otan Marala]], [[Kenga Diir]], [[Cantis Turo]], and [[Olemedi Varhastlara]], these researchers quickly realized its potential. The alchemists changed their focus from research of the fluid to its harvest, with the chief scholars remaining as leaders. Gradually, these figures came to be known first informally and then formally as the Four.		Though the liquid that seeps out of the Crucibles was long known to local inhabitants, its properties remained obscure to the broader world. It was not until a group of alchemists arrived in the region in {{Year\|6586}} that the fluid was extensively studied. Led by [[Otan Marala]], [[Kenga Diir]], [[Cantis Turo]], and [[Olemedi Varhastlara]], these researchers quickly realized its potential. The alchemists changed their focus from research of the fluid to its harvest, with the chief scholars remaining as leaders. Gradually, these figures came to be known first informally and then formally as the Four.

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	Most of Yadena is covered by dense tropical forests. Yadena is far enough inland that it is not severely affected by the monsoons that regularly strikes the [[Gulf of Timakal]], yet the region still receives significant seasonal rainfall. Many marshes and lakes dot the landscape. Temperatures are high year round though with some seasonal variability.		Most of Yadena is covered by dense tropical forests. Yadena is far enough inland that it is not severely affected by the monsoons that regularly strikes the [[Gulf of Timakal]], yet the region still receives significant seasonal rainfall. Many marshes and lakes dot the landscape. Temperatures are high year round though with some seasonal variability.

	The forests of Yadena grow over a hilly and rough terrain. Not all of these uplands are wholly natural, however. Some are the remains of ancient ~~space~~-~~faring vessels~~, buried and reclaimed by the forests since they ~~crashed millennia~~ ago. For experienced adventurers, delving into these structures can be a lucrative endeavor, as long as the cartel does not believe this to be interfering with their operations. The [[~~Skymines~~]] that have made the cartel so wealthy are the remains of these entombed ~~ships~~, many of which now leak fluids with strange properties.		The forests of Yadena grow over a hilly and rough terrain. Not all of these uplands are wholly natural, however. Some are the remains of ancient structures built by some long-lost civilization, buried and reclaimed by the forests since they were abandoned long ago. For experienced adventurers, delving into these structures can be a lucrative endeavor, as long as the cartel does not believe this to be interfering with their operations. The [[Crucible\|Crucible mines]], or simply Crucibles, that have made the cartel so wealthy are the remains of these entombed structures, many of which now leak fluids with strange properties.

	== History ==		== History ==
	In the days of the [[Sangiran Empire]], the territory of modern Yadena was once the northern frontier of [[Vothan]]. Even before the Empire's collapse, the area was rather unstable as imperial forces frequently struggled to maintain control of the largely undeveloped and unorganized land.		In the days of the [[Sangiran Empire]], the territory of modern Yadena was once the northern frontier of [[Vothan]]. Even before the Empire's collapse, the area was rather unstable as imperial forces frequently struggled to maintain control of the largely undeveloped and unorganized land.

	Though the liquid that seeps out of the ~~Skymines~~ was long known to local inhabitants, its properties remained obscure to the broader world. It was not until a group of alchemists arrived in the region in {{Year\|6586}} that the fluid was extensively studied. Led by [[Otan Marala]], [[Kenga Diir]], [[Cantis Turo]], and [[Olemedi Varhastlara]], these researchers quickly realized its potential. The alchemists changed their focus from research of the fluid to its harvest, with the chief scholars remaining as leaders. Gradually, these figures came to be known first informally and then formally as the Four.		Though the liquid that seeps out of the Crucibles was long known to local inhabitants, its properties remained obscure to the broader world. It was not until a group of alchemists arrived in the region in {{Year\|6586}} that the fluid was extensively studied. Led by [[Otan Marala]], [[Kenga Diir]], [[Cantis Turo]], and [[Olemedi Varhastlara]], these researchers quickly realized its potential. The alchemists changed their focus from research of the fluid to its harvest, with the chief scholars remaining as leaders. Gradually, these figures came to be known first informally and then formally as the Four.

	The impromptu cartel struggled initially, finding it difficult to sell openly with imperial control of Vothanite cities. When Vothan declared independence in {{Year\|6612}}, the Four saw their chance. With their drug-derived wealth, they hired an army of mercenaries and announced to the world that the cities of [[Rockmouth]], [[Raihad]], and [[Anduri]], as well as the surrounding lands, were theirs. In the midst of its own social and political upheaval, Vothan was unable to address its northern secessionists.		The impromptu cartel struggled initially, finding it difficult to sell openly with imperial control of Vothanite cities. When Vothan declared independence in {{Year\|6612}}, the Four saw their chance. With their drug-derived wealth, they hired an army of mercenaries and announced to the world that the cities of [[Rockmouth]], [[Raihad]], and [[Anduri]], as well as the surrounding lands, were theirs. In the midst of its own social and political upheaval, Vothan was unable to address its northern secessionists.
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	=== Drug trade ===		=== Drug trade ===
	Known as the [[~~Skymine elixir~~]] across much of the world, the substance sold by the Yadena Cartel is sought after by many wealthy individuals. Though already inherently rare, the cartel carefully manages available supply to keep prices as high as possible. The ~~Skymine elixir~~ is widely seen as a high-status drug, something only for the elites of society - the cartel cultivates this image too. The substance is only sold to certain approved middlemen, who themselves are instructed on strict guidelines as to who is an acceptable buyer. Even if one can find a vendor and afford the high prices, there is no guarantee that they will be allowed to purchase the drug.		Known as the [[alchemical melange]] across much of the world, the substance sold by the Yadena Cartel is sought after by many wealthy individuals. Though already inherently rare, the cartel carefully manages available supply to keep prices as high as possible. The melange is widely seen as a high-status drug, something only for the elites of society - the cartel cultivates this image too. The substance is only sold to certain approved middlemen, who themselves are instructed on strict guidelines as to who is an acceptable buyer. Even if one can find a vendor and afford the high prices, there is no guarantee that they will be allowed to purchase the drug.

	However, the unpredictable and sometimes highly noxious effects of the drug have posed a continual problem for the cartel. While users sometimes experience incredible sensations and are granted useful boons, some temporary and some permanent, they are more likely to suffer debilitating side effects. To most that partake in the substance, this is little concern - for many, it is more about the status than the experience itself. For the cartel, however, this uncertainty is not precisely desirable. While it is not the most likely event, some users of the drug become incapacitated or even quickly die as a result.		However, the unpredictable and sometimes highly noxious effects of the drug have posed a continual problem for the cartel. While users sometimes experience incredible sensations and are granted useful boons, some temporary and some permanent, they are more likely to suffer debilitating side effects. To most that partake in the substance, this is little concern - for many, it is more about the status than the experience itself. For the cartel, however, this uncertainty is not precisely desirable. While it is not the most likely event, some users of the drug become incapacitated or even quickly die as a result.
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	=== Society ===		=== Society ===
	Though the populations of the towns and cities under the cartel's control are not required to pay taxes, they are required to work to provide the cartel with the ~~Skymine elixir~~. Each community near a ~~Skymine~~ is given a quota to meet, extracted from the buried wrecks under the close supervision of cartel administrators and mercenaries. By and large, cartel leadership does not care about the methods used to ensure these quotas are met, as long as the ~~Skymines~~ themselves are undamaged and the full amount is provided.		Though the populations of the towns and cities under the cartel's control are not required to pay taxes, they are required to work to provide the cartel with the melange. Each community near a Crucible is given a quota to meet, extracted from the buried wrecks under the close supervision of cartel administrators and mercenaries. By and large, cartel leadership does not care about the methods used to ensure these quotas are met, as long as the Crucibles themselves are undamaged and the full amount is provided.

	=== Occupations ===		=== Occupations ===
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	Most Yadenans live in small towns across the nation. The three large cities of Yadena are quite small by the standards of its neighbors; the largest, [[Raihad]], is home to only around 25,000 individuals.		Most Yadenans live in small towns across the nation. The three large cities of Yadena are quite small by the standards of its neighbors; the largest, [[Raihad]], is home to only around 25,000 individuals.

	[[Rockmouth]], the northernmost city in Yadena, is home to the headquarters of the cartel. The elevated settlement has been built on and around one of the largest and most productive ~~Skymines~~.		[[Rockmouth]], the northernmost city in Yadena, is home to the headquarters of the cartel. The elevated settlement has been built on and around one of the largest and most productive Crucibles.

	== Government ==		== Government ==
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	== Economy ==		== Economy ==
	The cartel supports its operations by selling the ~~liquid~~ from the ~~Skymines~~. Almost all trade occurs through Tarkuus, as neither Vothan nor the giants of [[Matarsah]] wish to involve themselves with the cartel. A very profitable endeavor, the proceeds from this trade go entirely to enriching the cartel.		The cartel supports its operations by selling the melange from the Crucible mines. Almost all trade occurs through Tarkuus, as neither Vothan nor the giants of [[Matarsah]] wish to involve themselves with the cartel. A very profitable endeavor, the proceeds from this trade go entirely to enriching the cartel.

	The common people are highly self-sufficient, mostly as a matter of necessity. The drug caravans transport little else, unless heavily bribed, and Vothan officially refuses to trade with anyone in Yadena. Nevertheless, items can always be smuggled between the two realms.		The common people are highly self-sufficient, mostly as a matter of necessity. The drug caravans transport little else, unless heavily bribed, and Vothan officially refuses to trade with anyone in Yadena. Nevertheless, items can always be smuggled between the two realms.

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	\|adjective = Yadenan		\|adjective = Yadenan
	\|languages = [[Timakal]], [[Common]], Nagaji, [[Necril]]		\|languages = [[Timakal]], [[Common]], Nagaji, [[Necril]]
	\|religions = ~~Norgorber~~, ~~Nethys, Nalinivati~~		\|religions = [[Tarhunz]], [[Nisaba]]
	}}		}}
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	=== Religion ===		=== Religion ===
	The gods ~~Norgorber~~ and ~~Nethys~~ are popular and commonly worshiped among the ranks of the cartel. ~~Small cults to Pirias exist as well, but are disapproved of and sometimes cracked down upon by cartel leadership. Nethys~~ also has many followers within the common people of Yadena, as do ~~Calistria and Alseta. Yadena's large nagji population venerate Nalinivati as well,~~ and ~~many temples to the Queen of Nagas can be found across the nation~~.		The gods [[Tarhunz]] and [[Nisaba]] are popular and commonly worshiped among the ranks of the cartel. Nisaba also has many followers within the common people of Yadena, as do [[Aduntarri]] and [[Socharin]].

	=== Languages ===		=== Languages ===

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	== Geography, flora, and fauna ==		== Geography, flora, and fauna ==

	Most of Yadena is covered by dense ~~subtropical~~ forests. Yadena is far enough inland that it is not severely affected by the monsoons that regularly strikes the [[Gulf of Timakal]], yet the region still receives significant seasonal rainfall. Many marshes and lakes dot the landscape. Temperatures are high year round though with some seasonal variability.		Most of Yadena is covered by dense tropical forests. Yadena is far enough inland that it is not severely affected by the monsoons that regularly strikes the [[Gulf of Timakal]], yet the region still receives significant seasonal rainfall. Many marshes and lakes dot the landscape. Temperatures are high year round though with some seasonal variability.

	The forests of Yadena grow over a hilly and rough terrain. Not all of these uplands are wholly natural, however. Some are the remains of ancient space-faring vessels, buried and reclaimed by the forests since they crashed millennia ago. For experienced adventurers, delving into these structures can be a lucrative endeavor, as long as the cartel does not believe this to be interfering with their operations. The [[Skymines]] that have made the cartel so wealthy are the remains of these entombed ships, many of which now leak fluids with strange properties.		The forests of Yadena grow over a hilly and rough terrain. Not all of these uplands are wholly natural, however. Some are the remains of ancient space-faring vessels, buried and reclaimed by the forests since they crashed millennia ago. For experienced adventurers, delving into these structures can be a lucrative endeavor, as long as the cartel does not believe this to be interfering with their operations. The [[Skymines]] that have made the cartel so wealthy are the remains of these entombed ships, many of which now leak fluids with strange properties.

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	{{NationInfobox		{{NationInfobox
	\|name = Yadena		\|name = Yadena
	\|image = Flag_Yadena.~~webp~~		\|image = Flag_Yadena.svg
	\|capital = [[Rockmouth]]		\|capital = [[Rockmouth]]
	\|ruler = The Four		\|ruler = The Four

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	{{OrganizationInfobox		{{OrganizationInfobox
	\|name = Yadena Cartel		\|name = Yadena Cartel
	\|image = Emblem_Yadena.~~webp~~		\|image = Emblem_Yadena.svg
	\|type = Cartel		\|type = Cartel
	\|leader = The Four		\|leader = The Four

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Culture

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	\|adjective = Yadenan		\|adjective = Yadenan
	\|languages = [[Timakal]], [[Common]], Nagaji, [[Necril]]		\|languages = [[Timakal]], [[Common]], Nagaji, [[Necril]]
	\|religions = Norgorber, Nethys, ~~Pirias~~		\|religions = Norgorber, Nethys, Nalinivati
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	=== Religion ===		=== Religion ===
	The gods Norgorber, Nethys~~, and Pirias~~ are popular and commonly worshiped among the ranks of the cartel. Nethys also has many followers within the common people of Yadena, as do Calistria and Alseta. Yadena's large nagji population venerate Nalinivati as well, and many temples to the Queen of Nagas can be found across the nation.		The gods Norgorber and Nethys are popular and commonly worshiped among the ranks of the cartel. Small cults to Pirias exist as well, but are disapproved of and sometimes cracked down upon by cartel leadership. Nethys also has many followers within the common people of Yadena, as do Calistria and Alseta. Yadena's large nagji population venerate Nalinivati as well, and many temples to the Queen of Nagas can be found across the nation.

	=== Languages ===		=== Languages ===
	Due to the presence of the cartel and their mercenaries, [[Common]] has become the language of choice across Yadena - the disparate inhabitants have found it convenient to adopt this tongue for ease of communication. [[Timakal]] and Nagaji are very widely used as well. Nagaji is not only used by individuals of its eponymous ancestry but also by the broader population. Some in Yadena, mostly those that live near Tarkuus or deal closely with the drug trade, have also found it useful to pick up at least a basic understanding of [[Necril]].		Due to the presence of the cartel and their mercenaries, [[Common]] has become the language of choice across Yadena - the disparate inhabitants have found it convenient to adopt this tongue for ease of communication. [[Timakal]] and Nagaji are very widely used as well. Nagaji is not only used by individuals of its eponymous ancestry but also by the broader population. Some in Yadena, mostly those that live near Tarkuus or deal closely with the drug trade, have also found it useful to pick up at least a basic understanding of [[Necril]].

	~~=== Society ===~~
	Though the populations of the towns and cities under the cartel's control are not required to pay coin or resources in taxes, the cartel has instituted a form of corvee labor. Each settlements near a Skymine is required to provide a quota of the drug, extracted from the buried wrecks under the close supervision of cartel administrators and mercenaries. By and large, cartel leadership does not care about the methods used to ensure these quotas are met, as long as the Skymines themselves are undamaged and the full amount is provided.

	=== Drug trade ===		=== Drug trade ===
	Known as the [[Skymine elixir]] across much of the world, the substance sold by the Yadena Cartel is sought after by many wealthy individuals. Though already inherently rare, the cartel carefully manages available supply to keep prices as high as possible. The Skymine elixir is widely seen as a high-status drug, something only for the elites of society - the cartel cultivates this image too. The substance is only sold to certain approved middlemen, who themselves are instructed on strict guidelines as to who is an acceptable buyer. Even if one can find a vendor and afford the high prices, there is no guarantee that they will be allowed to purchase the drug.		Known as the [[Skymine elixir]] across much of the world, the substance sold by the Yadena Cartel is sought after by many wealthy individuals. Though already inherently rare, the cartel carefully manages available supply to keep prices as high as possible. The Skymine elixir is widely seen as a high-status drug, something only for the elites of society - the cartel cultivates this image too. The substance is only sold to certain approved middlemen, who themselves are instructed on strict guidelines as to who is an acceptable buyer. Even if one can find a vendor and afford the high prices, there is no guarantee that they will be allowed to purchase the drug.

	However, the unpredictable and sometimes highly ~~dangerous~~ effects of the drug have posed a continual problem for the cartel. While users sometimes experience incredible sensations and are granted useful boons, some temporary and some permanent, they are more likely to suffer debilitating side effects. To most that partake in the substance, this is little concern - for many, it is more about the status than the experience itself. For the cartel, however, this uncertainty is not precisely ~~desirous~~. While it is not the most likely event, some users of the drug become incapacitated or even quickly die as a result.		However, the unpredictable and sometimes highly noxious effects of the drug have posed a continual problem for the cartel. While users sometimes experience incredible sensations and are granted useful boons, some temporary and some permanent, they are more likely to suffer debilitating side effects. To most that partake in the substance, this is little concern - for many, it is more about the status than the experience itself. For the cartel, however, this uncertainty is not precisely desirable. While it is not the most likely event, some users of the drug become incapacitated or even quickly die as a result.

	Cartel alchemists have spent decades trying to refine and alter the properties of the drug, in order to both reduce the likelihood of negative consequences as well as make it even more addictive. So far, success has been mixed. Some attempts have been disastrous and only increased the toxicity, while others have only resulting in muting all the effects at once. This is an ongoing project prioritized by the cartel leaders and undertaken by many of the cartel's alchemists. The Yadena cartel has for years attempted to seek out the most knowledgeable alchemists around the world in the hopes of finally making a breakthrough.		Cartel alchemists have spent decades trying to refine and alter the properties of the drug, in order to both reduce the likelihood of negative consequences as well as make it even more addictive. So far, success has been mixed. Some attempts have been disastrous and only increased the toxicity, while others have only resulting in muting all the effects at once. This is an ongoing project prioritized by the cartel leaders and undertaken by many of the cartel's alchemists. The Yadena cartel has for years attempted to seek out the most knowledgeable alchemists around the world in the hopes of finally making a breakthrough.

			=== Society ===
			Though the populations of the towns and cities under the cartel's control are not required to pay taxes, they are required to work to provide the cartel with the Skymine elixir. Each community near a Skymine is given a quota to meet, extracted from the buried wrecks under the close supervision of cartel administrators and mercenaries. By and large, cartel leadership does not care about the methods used to ensure these quotas are met, as long as the Skymines themselves are undamaged and the full amount is provided.

			=== Occupations ===
			Although most Yadenans avoid involving themselves with cartel operations, for some the potential of acquiring a relatively high-paying role working in security or the drug trade is enough of an enticement.

			=== Urbanization ===
			Most Yadenans live in small towns across the nation. The three large cities of Yadena are quite small by the standards of its neighbors; the largest, [[Raihad]], is home to only around 25,000 individuals.

			[[Rockmouth]], the northernmost city in Yadena, is home to the headquarters of the cartel. The elevated settlement has been built on and around one of the largest and most productive Skymines.

	== Government ==		== Government ==