[hider=Devian] Capital: None Type: Martial; Mercantile Government: Small Tribe Xenophobia: Normal Agression: Normal Population: 340-350 Primary Religion: Atheist The Devian is not a city state, but more like a clan. They are not nomads, but they are not big enough to be considered a civilization , nor even a city state, with only about 340 in all. The Devian lives in the western, more mountainous regions, and therefore have to rely on trade for crops. Since the deviants do, however, live in the mountains, they are a highly sought out trade partner for minerals.[/hider] [hider=The Pharine Nomads] Type:Steppe Nomad Population: 60,000-75,000 Government: Independent Tribes Primary Religion: Shamanism A relatively small horde of nomads, with about 60,000 in all. To some of the average city states, they may not be much of a threat, but to others that is a different story. They seem to always ransack the smaller villages, as they are a 'worthy' opponent to them. Since they are nomads, they will sometimes have a large variety of trade items, because of the mass amount of places they travel to.[/hider] [hider=Mazge] Name: Mazge Type: Desert Nomads Population: 70,000 Government: Tribal Confederacy Primary Religion: Mamzug Polytheism Culture: The Mazge nomads are a group of merchantile nomads who inhabit the deserts in the far west. Given their hostile enviroment, they are predisposed to seek trade for their most basic needs. They are very well known for dressing head to toe in cloth to protect from the harsh sun and sand. They have hundreds of gods, most of whom are represented as rocks or other natural phenomena.[/hider] [hider=Ataya] Name: Ataya Type: Forest Dwellers Population: 198,000 Government: Independent Tribes Primary Religion: Shamanism Culture: the Ataya are forest dwellers, specifically trained with a bow and arrow. These are mainly hunters and gatherers. Most of their meals consist of, a pita like, acorn bread, with some type of meat, like rabbit, and a mix of vegetables on the side. Since the Ataya's main religion, is Shamanism, they use many of the plants, and herbs, found in the forest, in their medicines and practices. The Ataya are not known to be hostile, and tend to keep to themselves, minding their own business. As they do that, they are expect others to do the same.[/hider] [hider=Twin Cities] Name of Nation: Twin Cities of Great N'la Capital: Darku Type: Religious Government: Theocracy Xenophobia: Extremely High Agression: Very High Population: 35,000 Primary Religion: Nalism Culture: Two cities have been formed by two loves: the earthly by the lover of self, the heavenly by the love of God. That is the story of N'la. The people of Darku were ruled by the all powerful god-king N'la (called Nal by the people of Tushpa). N'la saw the rich and powerful Tushpa as a threat, and quickly destroyed and incorporated them as vassals though holy war. At the moment, the Nalists wish to continue their conquests for the glory of N'la[/hider] [hider=The City States of Ishtari] Capital: Druish Type: Martial Government: Democracy Xenophobia: High Agression: Extremely High Population: 80,000 Primary Religion: Cult of Death A group of city states, that use brutal methods. Many say that they cut off the heads of the former leaders, and put the on stakes outside of their walls. The Ishtarians put most of their efforts towards military and defense, while their food and trade are very low. Which results in a massive civilization, but not a big enough economy to support it. Because of this, the Ishtarians are loosing hundreds everyday, do to starvation. Which results in the need of more people, which leads to more conquering.[/hider] [hider=The Kingdom of Veeran] Capital: Myria Type: Agricultural; Martial; Mercantile Government: Monarchy Xenophobia: Normal Agression: Normal Population: 200,000-210,000 Primary Religion: Cult of Equality That's right, I said it, kingdom. Veeran has been around for hundreds of years, expanding, and trading, and conquering, under the rule of different kings and queens. With a military force of over 80,000, and a estimated population of 210,000, it is definitely going to be a stronger opponent. At the base of a mountain chain, it has suitable land for farming, because of rivers, and the silt that they carry making the soil fertile. Also because of the mountains, they have a surplus of iron, aluminum, and gemstones, as well as gold. This kingdom will only attack when provoked, but in a time of need, it will do anything to sustain its power.[/hider] [hider=Skudha] Name: Skudha Type:Steppe Nomad Population: 300,000 Government: Independent Tribes Primary Religion: Shamanism Culture: Skudha is an umbrella term for many independant tribes and confederations that share a common culture. Common traits among the Skudha are their domestication and lifestyle centered on the Horse, their penchant for mounted archery and their brutality in war, with both sexes riding together as warriors. The Skudha fight primarily with the bow and axe, made of bronze as the Skudha are indeed advanced enough to use bronze. Their tanned and toughened leather armor is made from the skin of their fallen enemies.[/hider] [hider=Lama] Name of Nation: Lamian League Capital: Lama Type: Agricultural Government: Democracy Xenophobia: Normal Agression: Low Population: 80,000 Primary Religion: Cult of Fertility Culture: The Lamians are a city founded on farming. Their plentiful food has allowed them a very comfortable existance, with a hierarchy of nobility developing; with rich land owners at the top and their laborers at the bottom. Landowning men are the only ones allowed to vote in the city government. The Lamians are known for their poor treatment of women, who are not allowed to leave their homes and do not recieve and of the basic rights that men and young boys receive.[/hider]