Family House Family Name: House of Manshrew Kingdom Location: Uzgob Desert Crest: Orange background with a black bear Family Motto: Sometimes the smallest can be the strongest Relations with other Kingdoms: Unsure Family Reputation: Popular, Trustworthy, Wealthy and Respectful Kingdom’s main export and goods: Exotic fruits and animals Description of Kingdom: The Uzgob is the most North kingdoms in the land. It is also considered to have one of the hottest climates and to have the most barren land. However through the exotic fruits and trading with other kingdoms Uzgob has become one of the most prosperous kingdoms despite its location. Uzgob has a natural border of a mountain range which appeared due to a giant earthquake which happened thousands of years ago; this has proved useful when invading armies are concerned. However due to the state of the land many invading armies either ignore Uzgob or usually turn back due to the little food resources. Then further north there is River Gonzo which also acts as a natural border for the dead lands. The biggest settlement of Uzgob is the city of Andromeda. Andromeda is located in the very centre of the Uzgob Desert. Its very existence was due to the founders of the city discovering a giant underground lake they later called Eden and through this the city grew. The building structures of Andromeda are designed to be similar to Damascus during the crusades. There is a little difference between the classes due to the fact that the people have to get along to survive the desert so the classes are treated equally. The Manshrew family live in the central castle in the very centre of the city. The middle and low class live equally in city which surrounds the castle. A coliseum lies within the city as well as there where they hold non-lethal gladiator battles and sport related games in which everyone even the Manshrew family even attend. The city is then surrounded by a wall which protects it from armies. The middle class is made up of inn keepers, shop keepers, merchants, doctors and politicians. The lower class have also have merchants, shop keepers and a few politicians. Other professions are craftsman, blacksmith and gladiators and sportsmen. Fort Scarab is located at the point where the River Gonzo meets the sea it’s heavily fortified and holds the majority of the kingdoms navy. The fort is large enough to hold all the sailors for the ships. Family Background: Uzgob has been under the control of the Manshrew family for one hundred years. The Manshrew family came into power through being chosen as the next family to come into power as the previous house had no living heirs. Over the last fifty years there was a troubled relation between the Manshrew’s and the Remonnet’s this was mostly due to Helyot Remonnet’s paranoia towards the family. Eventually war broke out between the families due to Helyot’s assassination of last lord of the family Rhys Manshrew. His brother Andrew quickly rose to power and led the Manshrew’s to victory and killed King Helyot Remonnet himself on the battlefield. News about the Manshrew’s victory spread across the land increasing the popularity of the family. Relations between the Manshrew’s and the Remonnet’s were restored with the new king John. John made a debt to Andrew promising him that he would repay Andrew for the loss which the Manshrew’s suffered. Due to the Manshrew’s popularity the family has become a popular choice of an ally with many of the houses however with any families which were loyal to Helyot the Manshrew’s have become a targeted but the family is very well protected. Reason of claim to the throne: The Manshrew’s believe that it is time to collect their debt by making Andrew the new King. Even though Andrew is content with Uzgob he willing to pursue this debt. Andrew’s aims are that if he can become king that he hopes to unite the kingdoms even though this will be very hard. Family Members Lord Andrew Manshrew Age: 35 Gender: Male Position: Head of House Manshrew Personality: Protective of family, ambitious, thoughtful of subjects, honourable, respective of culture Appearance: Medium height, short dark brown hair, slightly muscular, tan skinned Skills: Expert Negotiator, Master Politician, Master Ruler, Expert Swordsman, Master Tactician, Master Strategist, Expert Economist Weaknesses: Andrew won't change his mind once its set towards a goal only Diana, Alun and George can change his mind. Andrew is too trusting it doesn't take too much to earn his trust. Andrew is too idealistic his dream for Formaroth may in they way of better judgment. Andrew's code of honour may get in the way of victory. Background: After his older brother Rhys Manshrew was assassinated by order of King Helyot Remonnet Andrew quickly rose to power. To prove himself as a capable leader to his fellow politicians Andrew spent three days in the Uzgob Desert alone with barely any food and water to survive, many thought that Andrew would not survive but on the eve of the third day Andrew returned, till this day Andrew has told no one how he survived. Once he was established as the Lord of House Manshrew Andrew declared war on the House of Remonnet. Eventually the war between the houses led to Helyot leading his army into the Uzgob Desert to confront Andrew this wasn’t the best idea. Using new war tactics, Andrew waited for the army to be weak of starvation and thirst and then finally defeated the army with his own and killed King Helyot in single combat. After the war was over Andrew focused of improving his own kingdom until one day he was invited the new King John. Andrew accepted even though he did not know what to expect out of this new King. Fortunately Andrew and the King had something common and got on well. Before departing to his Kingdom Andrew was told by John that his family would be repaid after what they had been through. Andrew’s forces consist of his land army which he leads alongside with his military and political advisor Alun DeGrande and then his navy which is lead by friend George LeWest. Andrew also commands his own personal guard which are trained and sworn to protect the Manshrew family. Lady Diana Manshrew Age: 34 Gender: Female Position: Lady of House Manshrew Personality: Loving towards family, respectful of Andrew’s ambitions, formal Appearance: medium height, long red hair, beautiful, elegant dresses Skills: Expert ruler, Expert politician, Expert economist, Expert negotiator Background: Diana came from another political family in Andromeda. Once she reached 18 years old many political family members were asking for her hand in marriage. For an entire year she turned down every man. By that time the yearly masquerade ball was around, her parents forced her to go so she could find a suitor. After a few hours Diana was approached by a mysterious boy she didn’t know why but she had a quick fondness for him near the end the ball the couple retreated somewhere private where the boy revealed himself as Andrew of House Manshrew. After a few more secret meetings Andrew asked for Diana’s hand and she accepted. Andrew and Diana have been happy since but after the war with House Remonnet they have been trying to produce an heir but so far they haven’t had any luck but they still try. However when she is not helping Andrew run the kingdom, she takes care of Rhys’ three daughters. Lucy Manshrew Age: 16 Gender: Female Position: Heir to House Manshrew Personality: Cunning, Driven, Loyal to family Appearance: Small, Blonde hair Skills: Adept ruler, Expert tactician, Adept politician, Adept Negotiator Background: As the current heir of the House of Manshrew, Lucy is learning to become the ruler of Uzgob. Even though she is being currently being taught best the best teachers in the country she prefers the company of her uncle and is always eager to listen to his stories. Elizabeth Manshrew Age: 14 Gender: Female Position: Second in Line to House Manshrew Personality: Militaristic, strong, Loyal to family Appearance: Short dark hair, scar on left cheek Skills: Expert Swordsman, Adept Tactician, Adept strategist Background: Elizabeth started sword training when she was young she has taught by her uncle but her main teacher is Alun DeGrande who is her main role model. She always pushes herself to the limit to improve her skills. Alun believes that one day she may surpass his and her uncle’s swords and may become the best swordsman in the country. Mary Manshrew Age: 11 Gender: Female Position: Third in Line to House Manshrew Personality: Friendly, adventurous, loyal to family Appearance: Long blonde hair, skinny Skills: Adept Naval Commander, Apprentice Tactician Background: Being the youngest member of the Family of Manshrew, Mary is not expected to take on any responsibilities at this time. She spends time with Naval Commander George LeWest. When she was young she has always dreamed of sailing and exploring the world. At the current time she is learning from George on Naval tactics. If she continues she may become one of the first female naval captains in the country. Alun DeGrande Age: 33 Gender: Male Position: Political/Military advisor of House Manshrew Personality: Friends with Andrew, open, Appearance: Medium height, short dark hair, chin beard Skills: Master Tactician, Master Strategist, Expert Swordsman, Master Negotiator Background: Alun met Andrew when they were very young. In a short time they became best friends. As time passed and Andrew came into power Andrew appointed Alun as Political and Military advisor. This became a wise choice as together they were able to outwit the Remonnet army which ultimately led to their defeat. Andrew and Alun work together constantly to perfect their battle plans. George LeWest Age: 36 Gender: Male Position: Naval Captain of House Manshrew Personality: friends of Andrew, adventurous Appearance: tall, medium dark hair, short dark beard Skills: Master Naval Commander, Master Tactician Background: George and Andrew met in their early teens. Andrew soon realised Georges love for the navy and his skills as a naval captain. When the war between the Manshrew’s and the Remonnet’s began, Andrew sought George’s expertise in the navy and offered him a place as the captain of the navy. This became invaluable when the Remonnet navy began a surprise attack on Fort Scarab. Through George’s leadership the navy was able to counterattack and were able to cripple the Remonnet navy which some believed had shorten the war by two years. After the war the people of Uzgob saw how important the navy was considering that the majority of the country is desert.