Same with me. I have my Nation's Sheet done, and it awaits approval. Edit: CS's are done, too. [hider=Grand Duchy of Saba][center][color=gold][h1][b]Grand Duchy of Saba[/b][/h1][/color]Southern State [img]http://i.imgur.com/Kv7mBw8.png[/img] [i]"The desires of man are the will of the divine."[/i][/center] [hider=Location on Map] Marked in brown. The castle [i]Saba Aziru[/i] marked by the gold star. [center][img]http://i.imgur.com/azqXs8l.png[/img][/center][/hider] [b]Brief History:[/b] [indent]Historically, this inland region were rural farmlands whose inhabitants contributed agriculturally towards the kingdom. Their crop yield remained consistently high, especially in comparison to the entire western coast, primarily due to the groundwater networks that run in abundance. In the time of Victus' advance into the South, Saba and the surrounding regions militarized in an attempt to repel the invading Aurrian Empire. A militia was raised, but without sufficient defenses in this cluster of towns, they were trampled and the remaining inhabitants were subjected to Aurrian rule. The agricultural output was strained to support the conquering army, but for decades the demand for their crops remained consistent at the cost of diminishing quality and nutritional value. The Aurrians constructed a massive citadel in the region symbolic of their power, overseeing the bay and maintaining influence on adjacent territories. Primary funding and support came from the old money of larger farming families, all of whom had hoped to return power to the locals. Labor was provided by the dwindling population in return for the supplies they so desperately required with the current occupation. Over time, Saba developed into a key feature in regional trade. Aurrian presence faltered, and the older families used their wealth and grassroots influence to rise in local politics. They were loved, transitioning from their conquered state to a more stable and proud one, whose citizens saw them as a beacon of hope in returning to the Old Southern way. The new economy flourished and Sabaean pride reached monumental heights, all while pushing the Aurrians out with political encroachment upon the old citadel. Upon the arrival of Edmund Valwick, Saba immediately submitted. The old families re-organized themselves to accommodate the new Southern King, while still retaining the grassroots movement that had driven them to such success. Morale has been higher than ever since his arrival, and Valwick's rule in the region has been undisputed. [/indent] [b]Cultural Significances:[/b] [list][*][b]Old Southern Values:[/b] Sabaeans have prided themselves on retaining much of the culture and customs of the Old Southern Kingdom, such as order, community, and hard work. [*][b]Military Tradition:[/b] Saba has always contributed to the cause of war whenever it has been called for. They have given many men over to the military might of the Southern Kingdom, as well as their fair share of officers. [*][b]Strong Nationalism:[/b] The citizens of Saba are raised to be loyal and serving towards the Southern Kingdom, or at least the ideals of it. Following this, Sabaeans believe that virtue comes by putting effort towards the greater cause of Saba and fulfilling their duty to better their fellow citizens. [*][b]Perfecting One's Craft:[/b] Sabaeans believe that each citizen has their place, whether it is ascribed or attained. Regardless, it is every citizen's obligation to work in whatever profession they occupy with the utmost pride and discipline to become an expert in their field. [/list] [b]Establishments:[/b] [list][*][b]Saba Aziru [i](Castle)[/i]:[/b] It sits at the Southernmost tip of the bay. At about 40-years old, this castle was built by the Aurrians as a symbol of their authority. As time progressed, along with the rise of the old families, the castle became the seat of power for Saba throughout the region. The walls are built 60-feel high of massive stones in the shape of a star. It sits on the only hill for tens of miles in all of Saba. [*][b]Saba Mittani [i](Town)[/i]:[/b] To the east of [i]Saba Aziru[/i], a flourishing trading post sits in the center of stretches of farmland. The road to its West approaches the castle, and the one to its East runs toward the rest of the world. It acts as the gateway and financial outreach center to the more Northern territories. [*][b]Burna Abdi [i](Town)[/i]:[/b] To the west of [i]Saba Aziru[/i], and at the Southern side of the mouth of the bay, fishermen occupy its long sandy beaches, with vast portions of farmland and fields sitting behind it. It's the primary source of food and food processing for Saba, with a high enough surplus for storage and trade. [/list] [b]Army:[/b] [list][*][b]Saba Garuda:[/b] 200 royal longbowmen; stationed at [i]Saba Aziru[/i]. [*][b]Saba I:[/b] 110 heavily-armored longswordsmen, 65 longbowmen; stationed at [i]Saba Aziru[/i]. [*][b]Saba II: [/b] 110 heavily-armored longswordsmen, 65 longbowmen; stationed at [i]Saba Aziru[/i]. [*][b]Mittani I:[/b] 110 heavily-armored longswordsmen, 65 longbowmen; stationed at [i]Saba Mittani[/i]. [*][b]Burna I:[/b] 110 heavily-armored longswordsmen, 65 longbowmen; stationed at [i]Burna Abdi[/i]. [*][b]Seige Aziru I:[/b] 5 catapults, 50 personnel; stationed at [i]Saba Aziru[/i]. [*][b]Seige Aziru II:[/b] 5 catapults, 50 personnel; stationed at [i]Saba Mittani[/i]. [*][b]Seige Aziru III:[/b] 5 catapults, 50 personnel; stationed at [i]Burna Abdi[/i]. [*][b]Equus Aziru I:[/b] 60 heavy cavalrymen; stationed at [i]Saba Aziru[/i]. [*][b]Equus Aziru II:[/b] 60 light cavalrymen; stationed at [i]Saba Aziru[/i]. [*][b]Equus Aziru III:[/b] 60 light cavalrymen; stationed at [i]Saba Mittani[/i]. [*][b]Equus Aziru IV:[/b] 60 light cavalrymen; stationed at [i]Burna Abdi[/i]. [*][b]Saba Recon:[/b] 30 light horsemen; stationed at [i]Saba Mittani[/i].[/list][/hider] [hr] [hider=Tama Ashirta][center][color=khaki][h1][b]Grand Duke, Tama Ashirta[/b][/h1][/color][img]http://i.imgur.com/Z0IMMeM.jpg?1[/img][/center] [b]Age:[/b] 47 [b]Gender:[/b] Male [b]Physical Appearance:[/b] [list][*]See above. [*]6'2, semi-muscular build.[/list] [b]Clothing/Armor:[/b] [list][*]See above. [*]Large pieces of gold jewelry. [*]Black or white robes, depending on the occasion, lined with gold threading.[/list] [b]Weapons:[/b] [list][*]None.[/list] [b]Skills:[/b] [list][*]Philosopher-King image. [*]Charismatic in nature. [*]Public speaking capability.[/list] [b]Personality:[/b] [list][*]Honest in his words. [*]Kind towards others. [*]Apparent self-confidence. [*]Rational in his decisions.[/list] [b]History:[/b] [indent]Born to possibly the largest land-owning family in all of Saba, Tama was essentially handed power as heir to the Ashirta family. His father and grandfather contributed substantially to [i]Saba Aziru[/i], earning the favor of the occupiers and being able to afford Tama a decent education and upbringing. Tama and all his long-time childhood friends ascended to power together, initially by tweaking the political grasp the Aurrian's had in the region and then sparking the grassroots movement for reform their forefathers had planned for them. Being the oldest among his acquaintances, and already being looked up to by his own peers out of mere age, Tama took the lead in establishing Saba as an independent territory in the South. He was viewed as a wise and just ruler, taking on the role of a figure-head as he built up morale among his people by promoting a patriotic mindset. His only tools were his words, and only with them he motivated Saba towards success. He calmed the people's fears, gave them hope, and they saw him as their benevolent liberator. With Edmund Valwick in power, and the return of the Southern Kingdom, Tama now promotes more traditional values among Saba under the veil of purpose and virtue. He is merely a persona, but one that must side with Valwick if his country is to stay afloat.[/indent][/hider] [hr] [hider=Eka][center][color=lightblue][b]Paragon[/b][/color][color=rosybrown][h1][b]Eka[/b][/h1][/color][img]http://i.imgur.com/us0nZ5g.jpg?1[/img][/center] [b]Age:[/b] 45 [b]Gender:[/b] Male [b]Physical Appearance:[/b] [list][*]See above. [*]6'3, lean build. [/list] [b]Clothing/Armor:[/b] [list][*]See above. [*]Armor of the Sabaean Royal Command. [*]Red robe with gold trim, representative of status. [/list] [b]Weapons:[/b] [list][*]Standard-issue longsword. [*]Officer's gold-hilted dagger. [/list] [b]Skills:[/b] [list][*]Commanding, authoritative demeanor. [*]Excellent hand-to-hand combat. [*]Proficient sword-fighter.[/list] [b]Personality:[/b] [list][*]Loyal to those close to him. [*]Friendly in general interaction. [*]Hot-tempered; easily angered. [*]Radical nationalist.[/list] [b]History:[/b] [indent]Eka was born into the lower classes of Saba to a family of shepherds. Nonetheless, he grew up alongside Tama and many other children from wealthier families. What he lacked in education and intelligence he made up for in muscle and instinct. He got along very well with Tama, despite the varying upbringing. They understood each other, even though their takes on life seemed very different. It was ultimately a friendship built on mutual respect. Due to his association with the higher classes of Sabaean society, he often came into conflict with those immediately around him. He grew up fighting roughnecks and many others who saw him as another plebian trying to become a star. He had initially resented them, but as time progressed he accepted his dualistic lifestyle. He was able to appreciate his hard nature when it was packaged together with respect and confidence. Eka was one of the first to enlist in a newly-forming Sabaean militia. He had disciplined himself in sword-fighting growing up as an extension of the hand-to-hand combat he faced almost daily. Although he was young, he proved himself more competent than the other men who had not even held a weapon for themselves since the beginning of the Aurrian occupation. With recognition of Tama and his other powerful colleagues, Eka was able to quickly rise through the ranks and find appointment as a royal guard and commander. He was handed many texts on various fighting practices, which he was expected to research and implement with his new position. He educated himself in various techniques, obsessively practicing them until muscle memory handled the rest. His dedication to his craft has been exemplified in promoting the Sabaean culture in the region, and Eka is portrayed as the success of hard work.[/indent][/hider]