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|adjective = Talamite | |adjective = Talamite | ||
|languages = [[Razgovir]], [[Common]] | |languages = [[Razgovir]], [[Common]] | ||
|religions = Milani; Asmodeus; other deities | |religions = Milani; Asmodeus; various other deities | ||
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'''Talam Galta''' {{Pronunciation|ta-LAM GALL-tah}} is a nation that broke away from the infernal rule of [[Koritan]] in {{Year|6956}} and has since tried to chart its own way as a beacon of freedom. This endeavor has been stymied, however, by the large number of Asmodeans that still live within the nation and the ongoing revolutionary war that cooled but did not conclude. | '''Talam Galta''' {{Pronunciation|ta-LAM GALL-tah}} is a nation that broke away from the infernal rule of [[Koritan]] in {{Year|6956}} and has since tried to chart its own way as a beacon of freedom. This endeavor has been stymied, however, by the large number of Asmodeans that still live within the nation and the ongoing revolutionary war that cooled but did not conclude. | ||
== Geography, flora, and fauna == | == Geography, flora, and fauna == | ||
Talam Galta is located on the north coast of the [[Phiora Sea]], east of Koritan and [[Razivia]]. The region is mostly temperate forests, grasslands, and bogs, transitioning into boreal forests in the north closer to the [[Scrios Mountains]]. The coastline in Talam Galta is primarily comprised of rocky beaches. | |||
Cold winters and relatively cool summers are common most years. | |||
Three major rivers run through Talam Galta. In the west, [[River Archar]] serves as the current border with Koritan until it flows into the [[Bay of Dark Skies]]. After running through the center of the nation, [[River Timok]] reaches the bay as well. [[River Athea]] begins far away in the mountains of the [[Northern Wall]] before flowing into [[Lake Osam]], and from there eventually reaching the Phiora. | |||
== History == | == History == | ||
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=== Viridian involvement === | === Viridian involvement === | ||
Despite Viridia's occupation of most of the rest of Razgovir, beginning in {{Year|6356}}, the legions of the Dominions largely remained to the west of Talam Galta. Certain ports, particularly [[Ogosta]] and [[Mitor]], fell under imperial control for a time, but the legions remained too busy elsewhere to make significant pushed inland. | Despite [[Viridia|Viridia's]] occupation of most of the rest of Razgovir, beginning in {{Year|6356}}, the legions of the Dominions largely remained to the west of Talam Galta. Certain ports, particularly [[Ogosta]] and [[Mitor]], fell under imperial control for a time, but the legions remained too busy elsewhere to make significant pushed inland. | ||
=== Conquest by Koritan === | === Conquest by Koritan === | ||
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=== Revolution === | === Revolution === | ||
The easternmost part of Koritan declared independence in {{Year|6956}}, calling themselves the Free People of Talam Galta. This region especially had long chafed under the infernal rule of the kingdom, and clerics of various faiths, particularly those of Milani, had carefully cultivated a network of rebellious individuals. Unwilling to accept the loss of its subjects, Koritan immediately went to war against the breakaway state. In a long and brutal campaign, the forces of the rebellion were slowly pushed back. The rebellion quickly lost control of the cities on River Yanten, and over the next six years was forced to withdraw all the way to the current borders at River Archar, fighting at great cost against the armies of Koritan. Since {{Year|6962}}, the conflict has cooled somewhat. Both sides maintain regular patrols along the Archar, and small skirmishes are commonplace. Most in Talam Galta believe Koritan is simply gathering its strength for one final push, and | The easternmost part of Koritan declared independence in {{Year|6956}}, calling themselves the Free People of Talam Galta. This region especially had long chafed under the infernal rule of the kingdom, and clerics of various faiths, particularly those of Milani, had carefully cultivated a network of rebellious individuals. Unwilling to accept the loss of its subjects, Koritan immediately went to war against the breakaway state. In a long and brutal campaign, the forces of the rebellion were slowly pushed back. The rebellion quickly lost control of the cities on River Yanten, and over the next six years was forced to withdraw all the way to the current borders at River Archar, fighting at great cost against the armies of Koritan. Since {{Year|6962}}, the conflict has cooled somewhat. Both sides maintain regular patrols along the Archar, and small skirmishes are commonplace. Most in Talam Galta believe Koritan is simply gathering its strength for one final push, and are waiting for their revolution to reach its conclusion one way or the other. | ||
== Demographics == | == Demographics == | ||
Talam Galta has a primarily human population, joined by individuals of many other ancestries. The region has had a large orcish population since before either Talam Galta or Koritan existed, and a great many orcs are now citizens of the nation. | Talam Galta has a primarily human population, joined by individuals of many other ancestries. The region has had a large orcish population since before either Talam Galta or Koritan existed, and a great many orcs are now citizens of the nation. | ||
The nation maintains a policy of allowing citizenship to those who request it, which has drawn in a small yet very diverse group of recent immigrants. Those from Koritan, however, are carefully interrogated and screened to ensure they do not intend to work against the revolution. | |||
== Culture == | == Culture == | ||
=== Religion === | === Religion === | ||
Talam Galta has been embroiled in a religious conflict since it declared its independence. Despite the popularity of the revolution, a significant proportion of the breakaway republic's citizens remain devotees of Asmodeus. These Asmodeans are primarily the former nobility of Talam Galta or other individuals who benefited from infernal rule. Deposed for their preeminent place in society, many remain highly discontent with the now chaotic state of Talam Galta. | |||
Milani has a quite large following in Talam Galta. Most in Talam Galta see the Milanite clergy as the primary instigators of the revolution, whether that has positive or negative connotations to them. The church of the Everbloom grew in secret under Koritanite rule, spreading the tenets of their goddess through secret meetings, religious services, and blessings. While most Milanites view the revolution as a resounding success, some view the current state of their society as still insufficiently free, pointing to the existing of the Asmodean ex-nobility. While the titles of the former nobility have been rendered meaningless, many Milanites consider their remaining wealth to continue to grant them too much influence in the nation. | |||
The majority of Talamites, however, are not drawn closely to either of the main religious factions. The majority of the nation's citizens are worshipers of Erastil, Abadar, Desna, Cayden Cailean, or the Green Faith. A great many people are glad to see the end of their rule by Koritan, but many tenets fervently espoused by the Milanites are looked at skeptically, especially among the followers of the lawful deities. | |||
=== Society === | === Society === | ||
=== Languages === | === Languages === | ||
Most Talamites speak [[Razgovir]], [[Common]], or both. Racial languages, especially Orcish, are also frequently used. Of the foreign regional languages, [[Thadrian]] is widely used to facilitate trade with Viridia to the south, and [[Hellean]] is sometimes spoken when interacting with the inhabitants of the independent city-states to the east. | |||
=== Art === | === Art === | ||
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=== Architecture and urbanization === | === Architecture and urbanization === | ||
The architecture of Talam Galta is split between the traditional Razgoviri [[wikipedia:Timber_framing|half-timbered]] styles and the ornate and decorative styles of infernal Koritan. Like in Koritan, most buildings in rural or poorer communities use traditional designs, while the Koritanite style was reserved for the wealthy and powerful. Many cities use a mix of the two designs, though many especially ostentatious buildings were destroyed or defaced in the revolution. Almost universally, gargoyles or similar designs have been torn away, as Koritan inquisitors were known to use them to spy on passerby. | |||
The manors of some of the former nobility have been expropriated turned into Milanite temples or housing for the poor. | |||
=== Travel === | === Travel === | ||
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== Government == | == Government == | ||
The government of Talam Galta is a hastily organized system, designed to bring some sense of stability in the immediate aftermath of the revolution. Together, representatives from various factions drafted the details of a parliamentary system, similar to that of [[Tirione]]. Somewhat uniquely, various churches are allowed to send voting members to the parliament as well. Representatives of the churches of Milani, Asmodeus, Erastil, Desna, Abadar, and | The government of Talam Galta is a hastily organized system, designed to bring some sense of stability in the immediate aftermath of the revolution. Together, representatives from various factions drafted the details of a parliamentary system, similar to that of [[Tirione]]. Somewhat uniquely, various churches are allowed to send voting members to the parliament as well. Representatives of the churches of Milani, Asmodeus, Erastil, Desna, Abadar, and Cayden Caileanare the only ones who regularly do so, though other churches attend less commonly. | ||
Since the establishment of the People's Parliament in {{Year|6965}}, the system has held up relatively well. The one hundred members of the People's Parliament are elected to five year terms, with the leading coalition running the government until the next election. Coalitions appoint a leader from amongst their number, referred to as the Free Speaker, to direct their agendas. | Since the establishment of the People's Parliament in {{Year|6965}}, the system has held up relatively well. The one hundred members of the People's Parliament are elected to five year terms, with the leading coalition running the government until the next election. Coalitions appoint a leader from amongst their number, referred to as the Free Speaker, to direct their agendas. | ||
Revision as of 20:47, 7 July 2022
Talam Galta (pronounced ta-LAM GALL-tah) is a nation that broke away from the infernal rule of Koritan in Y9956* and has since tried to chart its own way as a beacon of freedom. This endeavor has been stymied, however, by the large number of Asmodeans that still live within the nation and the ongoing revolutionary war that cooled but did not conclude.
Geography, flora, and fauna
Talam Galta is located on the north coast of the Phiora Sea, east of Koritan and Razivia. The region is mostly temperate forests, grasslands, and bogs, transitioning into boreal forests in the north closer to the Scrios Mountains. The coastline in Talam Galta is primarily comprised of rocky beaches.
Cold winters and relatively cool summers are common most years.
Three major rivers run through Talam Galta. In the west, River Archar serves as the current border with Koritan until it flows into the Bay of Dark Skies. After running through the center of the nation, River Timok reaches the bay as well. River Athea begins far away in the mountains of the Northern Wall before flowing into Lake Osam, and from there eventually reaching the Phiora.
History
Old Razgovir
Like Koritan, the lands that now comprise Talam Galta were for many centuries known as Razgovir. Razgoviri society was led by innumerable druids, who served as protectors, leaders, and guides to their communities and local areas, often consulting and working alongside local fey.
To the east of Talam Galta, a handful of communities were founded by settlers from Hellea in this period.
Viridian involvement
Despite Viridia's occupation of most of the rest of Razgovir, beginning in Y9356*, the legions of the Dominions largely remained to the west of Talam Galta. Certain ports, particularly Ogosta and Mitor, fell under imperial control for a time, but the legions remained too busy elsewhere to make significant pushed inland.
Conquest by Koritan
After Koritan rose in the west in Y9414*, it did not take the Asmodeans long to sweep east all the way to River Athea. The disunited towns of the region quickly came under infernal control. Discontent against Koritan remained high for centuries afterwards, and the infernal rulers were never quite able to exert as much control as they wished.
Revolution
The easternmost part of Koritan declared independence in Y9956*, calling themselves the Free People of Talam Galta. This region especially had long chafed under the infernal rule of the kingdom, and clerics of various faiths, particularly those of Milani, had carefully cultivated a network of rebellious individuals. Unwilling to accept the loss of its subjects, Koritan immediately went to war against the breakaway state. In a long and brutal campaign, the forces of the rebellion were slowly pushed back. The rebellion quickly lost control of the cities on River Yanten, and over the next six years was forced to withdraw all the way to the current borders at River Archar, fighting at great cost against the armies of Koritan. Since Y9962*, the conflict has cooled somewhat. Both sides maintain regular patrols along the Archar, and small skirmishes are commonplace. Most in Talam Galta believe Koritan is simply gathering its strength for one final push, and are waiting for their revolution to reach its conclusion one way or the other.
Demographics
Talam Galta has a primarily human population, joined by individuals of many other ancestries. The region has had a large orcish population since before either Talam Galta or Koritan existed, and a great many orcs are now citizens of the nation.
The nation maintains a policy of allowing citizenship to those who request it, which has drawn in a small yet very diverse group of recent immigrants. Those from Koritan, however, are carefully interrogated and screened to ensure they do not intend to work against the revolution.
Culture
Religion
Talam Galta has been embroiled in a religious conflict since it declared its independence. Despite the popularity of the revolution, a significant proportion of the breakaway republic's citizens remain devotees of Asmodeus. These Asmodeans are primarily the former nobility of Talam Galta or other individuals who benefited from infernal rule. Deposed for their preeminent place in society, many remain highly discontent with the now chaotic state of Talam Galta.
Milani has a quite large following in Talam Galta. Most in Talam Galta see the Milanite clergy as the primary instigators of the revolution, whether that has positive or negative connotations to them. The church of the Everbloom grew in secret under Koritanite rule, spreading the tenets of their goddess through secret meetings, religious services, and blessings. While most Milanites view the revolution as a resounding success, some view the current state of their society as still insufficiently free, pointing to the existing of the Asmodean ex-nobility. While the titles of the former nobility have been rendered meaningless, many Milanites consider their remaining wealth to continue to grant them too much influence in the nation.
The majority of Talamites, however, are not drawn closely to either of the main religious factions. The majority of the nation's citizens are worshipers of Erastil, Abadar, Desna, Cayden Cailean, or the Green Faith. A great many people are glad to see the end of their rule by Koritan, but many tenets fervently espoused by the Milanites are looked at skeptically, especially among the followers of the lawful deities.
Society
Languages
Most Talamites speak Razgovir, Common, or both. Racial languages, especially Orcish, are also frequently used. Of the foreign regional languages, Thadrian is widely used to facilitate trade with Viridia to the south, and Hellean is sometimes spoken when interacting with the inhabitants of the independent city-states to the east.
Art
Magic
Occupations
Food and cuisine
Architecture and urbanization
The architecture of Talam Galta is split between the traditional Razgoviri half-timbered styles and the ornate and decorative styles of infernal Koritan. Like in Koritan, most buildings in rural or poorer communities use traditional designs, while the Koritanite style was reserved for the wealthy and powerful. Many cities use a mix of the two designs, though many especially ostentatious buildings were destroyed or defaced in the revolution. Almost universally, gargoyles or similar designs have been torn away, as Koritan inquisitors were known to use them to spy on passerby.
The manors of some of the former nobility have been expropriated turned into Milanite temples or housing for the poor.
Travel
Leisure
Fashion
Education
Government
The government of Talam Galta is a hastily organized system, designed to bring some sense of stability in the immediate aftermath of the revolution. Together, representatives from various factions drafted the details of a parliamentary system, similar to that of Tirione. Somewhat uniquely, various churches are allowed to send voting members to the parliament as well. Representatives of the churches of Milani, Asmodeus, Erastil, Desna, Abadar, and Cayden Caileanare the only ones who regularly do so, though other churches attend less commonly.
Since the establishment of the People's Parliament in Y9965*, the system has held up relatively well. The one hundred members of the People's Parliament are elected to five year terms, with the leading coalition running the government until the next election. Coalitions appoint a leader from amongst their number, referred to as the Free Speaker, to direct their agendas.
The current Free Speaker is Tanek Macer, a half-orc from Kartala, heading a coalition of representatives who mostly eschew religious affiliation. Many ardent Midianites in Talam Galta strongly disagree with the current government, believing it to be too lenient to the remaining Asmodean ex-nobility.
Economy
Talam Galta's economy is primarily centered around raw resources, especially lumber, and agriculture. Before the nation separated from the infernal kingdom, the region of Talam Galta was one of the less developed parts of Koritan. Through cottage industry the nation produces most of what it requires, but it remains focused on goods for domestic use.