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Xandria
Years Active	5 BR - 15 PR (Kingdom) 33 PR - ???? (Aristocratic Republic)
Government	Monarchy (5 BR - 15 PR) Aristocratic Republic (33 PR - ????)
Enemies	Bremeland
Primary Race	Human

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The Kingdom of Xandria or Xandria is the dominant power on the island of Krystovo, which is located off the eastern coast of Breme. Xandria is considered "The Gate to Breme", due to its position as a key jumping off point for merchants and explorers into the frozen wastelands of the winter continent.

About[edit | edit source]

History[edit | edit source]

Legend has that long ago, before history was ever recorded by human hands, the island was Xandria was inhabited by a race of powerful magic wielders. These wielders were called "Ascans", and very little remains of their culture. Some speculate that their rise and fall occurred in Pre-History, when the world was young. Some speculate that the Ascans were original inhabitants of Xandria when it was a part of Ywrought, the super-continent, and were wiped out when the continent shattered into Quelmar. Little evidence exists of their existence besides unusual small structures found on Xandria.

The first confirmed humanoid inhabitants in what would now be considered Xandria are the infamous Witchwolves. Scholars speculate that the Witchwolves entered the area having been lured by the prospect of great hunts. Stories of large and dangerous prey roaming the island of Krystovos roused the Witchwolves into venturing to the island for the hunt.

When humanity first arrived on Krystovos at some in roughly 5 BR, the witchwolves were not the most accepting of guests. Seeing humans as just another challenge to fight, the witchwolves hunted them. Lancelleas Durassas, a commander in the human expedition, led the human resistance to the witchwolves, and chased them out of the area, claiming large swathes of area for humanity. For this, Lancelleas would establish a Kingdom for his people, and King Lancelleas I, first King of Xandria would spend his reign fighting the witchwolves relentlessly.

When Lancelleas died in 20 BR, he left behind a solidified Kingdom, one to rival that in the Bremelands and beyond. For decades after, Xandria fought against the witchwolves and expanded their domain across the island. Eventually, the war grew tiresome, and the witchwolves and Xandria agreed to peace terms. The witchwolves would be allowed to exist in Xandria as citizens of the Kingdom, and would be given a chance to leave if they didnt want to. Many left for Breme, while others stayed behind to join the royal army or pursue other trades.

As the centuries went on, Xandria became a major trade port for travelers and explorers traveling to Breme, growing rich off the exploits. Other port towns like Alistel and Altago sprung up to be way points. Eventually, Xandria even founded settlements on the mainland to further growth and trade with Breme natives.

This peace was not meant to last though. In 15 PR, the Kingdom was invaded by the Bremelands and Vilavon during the Realm Wars, with both nations laying claim on the island to try and secure ports outside the icy waters of Breme. Vilavon warriors sacked the capital, and the Bremelands ransacked Alistel and Altago. The royal family was either wiped out by Vilavon or caught in the crossfire of the invasion.

When Vilavon collapsed in 33 PR at the end of the Realm Wars, Xandria was left to piece itself together. Without a royal family, the surviving noble houses who managed to escape the carnage of war rebuilt the city and founded an aristocratic republic, where the noble houses would be the rulers. Leading this republic was the appointed Chancellor from the ranks of the major houses.

Notable Places[edit | edit source]

Durassas Castle: The seat of power of the Kingdom. This citadel is the main fortification used formerly by the royal family of House Durassas. It is where government business is conducted now by the republic, with the lords of the major houses coming here to meet and discuss policy.

Notable Events[edit | edit source]

???? PR - The first Witchwolf arrives in the area that will be known as Xandria

5 BR - The first humans enter Krystovos, found the Kingdom of Xandria, and crown Lancelleas Durassas as the first King of Xandria

20 BR - King Lancelleas "the Conqueror" dies. Xandria solidified as a power in Breme

15 PR - Vilavon and the Bremelands invade Xandria, sacking the country and driving the House of Durassas out

33 PR - Vilavon collapses and Xandria reasserts its independence. The Republic is formed from the major houses.

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-{{Infobox location|title = {{PAGENAME}}|type = City|location = On the island of Krystovo, located off the eastern part of Breme|Government = Monarchy|inhabiting Race = Human|image=Xandria_crest.png}}Xandria is the capital and largest city of the Kingdom of Xandria, the dominant power on the island of Krystovo, which is located off the eastern coast of Breme. Xandria is considered "The Gate to Breme", due to its position as a key jumping off point for merchants and explorers into the frozen wastelands of the winter continent. Xandria's prosperity in the face of its harsh climate can be attributed to "the Great Tree of Xandria".
+{{Worldbuilders}}{{Kingdom Template|image1=Xandria_Map.png|caption1=The Island of Krystovos located off the the eastern coast of [[Breme]], which Xandria claims as its territory|years_active=5 BR - 15 PR (Kingdom)
+PR - ???? (Aristocratic Republic)|type_of_govt=Monarchy (5 BR - 15 PR)
+Aristocratic Republic (33 PR - ????)|primary_races=Human|enemies=[[Bremeland]]}}[[File:Xandria crest.png|thumb|Seal of the Kingdom]]
+The '''Kingdom of Xandria''' or '''Xandria''' is the dominant power on the island of Krystovo, which is located off the eastern coast of [[Breme]]. Xandria is considered "The Gate to Breme", due to its position as a key jumping off point for merchants and explorers into the frozen wastelands of the winter continent.
 == About ==
 == History ==
-Legend has that long ago, before history was ever recorded by human hands, Obad-Hai, God of Nature, planted a seed in the harsh environment of the island of Krystovo to show that life can bloom in even the most hostile of environments. This seed blossomed into a great tree, despite the harsh winter climate of Krystovo. Thus was born the Great Tree, a symbol for Xandria and the source of its prosperity. The Great Tree infused the land was immense magical energy, and offered sustenance to a land that would struggle to grow crops.
+Legend has that long ago, before history was ever recorded by human hands, the island was Xandria was inhabited by a race of powerful magic wielders. These wielders were called "Ascans", and very little remains of their culture. Some speculate that their rise and fall occurred in Pre-History, when the world was young. Some speculate that the Ascans were original inhabitants of Xandria when it was a part of [[The Quelmar Realm#Ywrought|Ywrought]], the super-continent, and were wiped out when the continent shattered into Quelmar. Little evidence exists of their existence besides unusual small structures found on Xandria.
+The first confirmed humanoid inhabitants in what would now be considered Xandria are the infamous [[Witchwolf|Witchwolves]]. Scholars speculate that the Witchwolves entered the area having been lured by the prospect of great hunts. Stories of large and dangerous prey roaming the island of Krystovos roused the Witchwolves into venturing to the island for the hunt.
-The first inhabitants in what would now be considered Xandria are the infamous "witchwolves", humanoid beings that had wolf traits. The witchwolves were notorious hunters and warriors, always on the prowl to hunt the largest creatures one could feasibly find on Breme. They used their skills as well as intense physical magic to accomplish this. In fact, the allure of bigger hunts and bigger challenges caused by the influx of magic on Kyrstovo is what led many witchwolves to travel to Krystovo, establishing clans on the island.
+When humanity first arrived on Krystovos at some in roughly 5 BR, the witchwolves were not the most accepting of guests. Seeing humans as just another challenge to fight, the witchwolves hunted them. Lancelleas Durassas, a commander in the human expedition, led the human resistance to the witchwolves, and chased them out of the area, claiming large swathes of area for humanity. For this, Lancelleas would establish a Kingdom for his people, and King Lancelleas I, first King of Xandria would spend his reign fighting the witchwolves relentlessly.
+When Lancelleas died in 20 BR, he left behind a solidified Kingdom, one to rival that in the [[Bremeland|Bremelands]] and beyond. For decades after, Xandria fought against the witchwolves and expanded their domain across the island. Eventually, the war grew tiresome, and the witchwolves and Xandria agreed to peace terms. The witchwolves would be allowed to exist in Xandria as citizens of the Kingdom, and would be given a chance to leave if they didnt want to. Many left for Breme, while others stayed behind to join the royal army or pursue other trades.
-The allure of the Great Tree is what also prompted humans to travel to Krystovo to seek its power. When humanity first arrived on Krystovo at some in roughly 5 BR, the witchwolves were not the most accepting of guests. Seeing humans as just another challenge to fight, the witchwolves hunted them. Lancelleas Durassas, a commander in the human expedition, led the human resistance to the witchwolves, and chased them out of the area, claiming the Great Tree for humanity. For this, Lancelleas would establish a Kingdom for his people, and King Lancelleas I, first King of Xandria would spend his reign chasing the witchwolves out of Krystovo. Noble houses would be established, and Xandria would become a major hub for explorers and traders wishing to visit Breme.
+As the centuries went on, Xandria became a major trade port for travelers and explorers traveling to Breme, growing rich off the exploits. Other port towns like Alistel and Altago sprung up to be way points. Eventually, Xandria even founded settlements on the mainland to further growth and trade with Breme natives.
+This peace was not meant to last though. In 15 PR, the Kingdom was invaded by the Bremelands and Vilavon during the Realm Wars, with both nations laying claim on the island to try and secure ports outside the icy waters of Breme. Vilavon warriors sacked the capital, and the Bremelands ransacked Alistel and Altago. The royal family was either wiped out by Vilavon or caught in the crossfire of the invasion.
-When Lancelleas died in 20 BR, his son, Artese, would inherit the throne, and problems would arise soon after his reign began. In roughly 25 BR, the Great Tree began to lose its magical strength. Food yields diminished, and Artese himself would grow ill via a strange disease. Hopping to aide his people, Prince Lancelleas, heir to the throne, would journey out of Xandria into Breme to find a cure to the ailments of the tree, and to hopefully find a cure for his father. Yet, a few months after his leaving, Lancelleas would not return. Some speculated that Lancelleas died in Breme looking for his cure. One day though, a warrior from Lancelleas's party would return speaking of Lancelleas being captured and in need of rescue, that a cure had been found by him, and that the tree would see life if Lancelleas were to return home. It was here that the Prince's younger brother Percivus would call out for warriors to join him in rescuing his brother from the harsh winter climate of Breme. Thus, a group of warriors were gathered. Dubbed "the Bastions of Xandria", these warriors were tasked with rescuing the Prince and rescuing the people of Xandria!
+When Vilavon collapsed in 33 PR at the end of the Realm Wars, Xandria was left to piece itself together. Without a royal family, the surviving noble houses who managed to escape the carnage of war rebuilt the city and founded an aristocratic republic, where the noble houses would be the rulers. Leading this republic was the appointed Chancellor from the ranks of the major houses.
+== Notable Places ==
-== Notable Places ==
-'''The Great Tree''': The Great Tree of Xandria, located in the heart of the citadel that houses the royal family, is the single most important site in Xandria. The tree emanates great magical properties into the land, and grants Xandria its prosperity in the face of the harsh Breme climate. The tree ensures the survival of Xandria, and without it, life on the island of Krystovos would prove much MUCH more difficult!
+'''Durassas Castle:''' The seat of power of the Kingdom. This citadel is the main fortification used formerly by the royal family of House Durassas. It is where government business is conducted now by the republic, with the lords of the major houses coming here to meet and discuss policy.
 == Notable Events ==
-???? PR - Obad-Hai plants the Great Tree in what will be known as Xandria
+???? PR - The first Witchwolf arrives in the area that will be known as Xandria
-???? PR - The first witchwolf arrives in the area that will be known as Xandria
-BR - The first humans enter Xandria, capture the Great Tree, and crown Lancelleas Durassas as the first King of Xandria
+BR - The first humans enter Krystovos, found the Kingdom of Xandria, and crown Lancelleas Durassas as the first King of Xandria
-BR - King Lancelleas I dies. King Artese I ascends the throne
+BR - King Lancelleas "the Conqueror" dies. Xandria solidified as a power in Breme
-BR - Great Tree loses power, Artese I grows sick, Prince Lancelleas ventures out for cure for both
+PR - Vilavon and the Bremelands invade Xandria, sacking the country and driving the House of Durassas out
-BR - Messenger reports Lancelleas found a cure, but that he was captured by hostile forces. First Bastions are organized by Prince Percivus.
+PR - Vilavon collapses and Xandria reasserts its independence. The Republic is formed from the major houses.
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+[[Category:Location|Xandria]]
+[[Category:Breme|Xandria]]