[b]Some notes on the setting[/b]

As you may have guessed, the Empire has a distinctive east asian flavor. This should guide you in any names you might want to come up with. The setting of the Empire is largely like medieval China or feudal Japan - with similar advancements in science and technology. Water wheels and mills have long been in operation. Gunpowder is used in cannons, though no handheld firearms have been invented.

The tribes, on the other hand, have a very obvious American flavor. They are an amalgamation of the republics of the native americans, the religious beliefs of the Mayans, and the pride of the Incans. Their names tend to be shorter, with more natural sounds. Since they live in the forest, they do not have access to a lot of metal. As such, their weapons are largely wood and stone. They are extremely proficient in the use of bows and spears.

Throughout the Empire, it is punishable by death to speak the name of the Emperor. And when anyone refers to the Emperor, they always follow it with "May he live for eternity." They address him as "Your Divine Majesty". People call nobles as lords and ladies. This includes governors and prefects. The Sendars are called Holy Ones or Teachers and addressed as "Your Excellency".