[hider=Sazaghony --- WIP][center][h1][color=39b54a][b]Sazaghony[/b][/color][/h1]
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[sub]Sazaghony, also known as the Dragonlands, is a large empire located in Central Lyria. It's known for its large plains, diverse cultures and that their rulers trace their lineage back to Sazagan, the mythological Dragon Ruler of Earth. The empire can be found in the middle of the continent, providing examples to the influence of both East and West.[/sub][/center]

[h3]Geography[/h3][hider=Map][img]http://i.imgur.com/JOdPAWN.png[/img]
Yes, the lighter green blob at the center is Sazaghony.[/hider]
From South to North the Empire of Sazaghony stretches over the center of the Lyrian continent. From the East and South they're backed by mountains while at the West only rivers and lakes defy the borders of the empire. Depending on where you live you can enjoy various environments in Sazaghony ranging from mediterranean, deserts to moderate climates and even cold tundras. Most of the lands are in the fertile moderate to almost tropical climate zone which benefits them in agriculture. They have access to both the Southern and Northern seas.

[h3]History[/h3]
Legends say Sazaghons were originally nomadic tribes but their point of origin or even whether they came from East or West is hidden by the lack of proper historical records. Some theorize both and that Sazaghons (or however they were called back then) are a mix of multiple cultures under one military leadership. Others are ardent believers of the creation myth that Sazaghons originate from Sazan, the distant relative of the divine Dragon of Earth Sazagan, who united his kin for a long venture past the Kyhal Peaks to their promised land. Worths noting that nobody knows which mountain chain would equate for the Kyhal Peaks thus the enigmatic true origins of the Sazaghons remain. The first few centuries of the Founding are just as sparsely documented with some arguing that Sazaghons invaded Khyalchia (as they call the heartlands of Sazaghony surrounded by the mountains) and enslaved the native population while others think Sazaghons settled down on a barely populated portion of the lands and the two cultures mixed over the time. It's really just up to whoever you ask.

Historical records are far more consistent by the time of the last few generations of chieftains, thanks to Obould the Scribe accepting the Solaris faith, adopting writing and book-keeping and let a stream of scholars and solar missionaries to enlighten people with their knowledge. Obould and his house never truly converted to the Solaris religion nor crowned themselves. They believed they have enough wealth to belong to both faiths at once. The status quo remained until Obould's grandson and the chieftain at the time (Jaghod) was slain in battle without leaving a legitimate heir. Being strangely dynastial for so long this resulted in a power vacuum with the strongest competitors rounded down for two. First Voghun, the youngest and only surviving brother of Obould. As the eldest person in the main branch of the family he relied on ancient traditions to claim rulership and he went even further. Not quite satisfied with the reform of his elder Voghun advocated the return to the old ways. Second was Jaghod's illegitimate son Jozeh, who uppon converted to Solaris faith adopted the name Eschtehaan. As follower of the Solaris religion he wanted it to take proper roots within the country and follow the example of their neighbors. Reformists and conservatives along with the political machinations of both East and West clashed within Kyalchia. After four years of war Eschtehaan triumphed over his great uncle and began a brutal cleansing. Voghun himself was tortured and then mutilated, legends tell his body parts were spread to all corners of the country. Eschtehaan then began his reforms, supporting missionaries, made the construction of temples mandatory and sown the seeds of a proper feudal system. In many respects he laid down the foundations to the Kingdom of Sazaghony. Eschtehaan himself was crowned the first king and nowadays his name is remembered as the Saint King, revered by commoners and local priests alike.
[To be continued...]

[h3]Culture[/h3]TBA

[h3]Economy[/h3]TBA

[h3]Military[/h3]TBA

[h3]Relations[/h3]TBA
[/hider]Not much progress compared to what I made in the Interest Thread but you can already see glimpses into the face of Sazaghony.
I hope I am not presumptuous that I equalize Solaris religion with Christianity here.