Queendom of Cambriene (Came-Breen)
Cambriene is a long standing matriarchal country that has kept to itself for the most part. It's insularity has protected it from most outside threats, but interal strife may push the country to the breaking point. With Pro-Democracy groups and low confidence in Prince Alexander CombedCloud and his regent Queen Regent Alezandra Baine, and the Adma-Alta Empire chomping at their hooves, this may spell the end of the entire nation.
Structure
Cambriene is a matriarchal society, so women or women-presenting are more likely to be placed in positions of power or to inherit positions of power. The inheritance of the crown has been for a long time based on female primogeniture, the eldest daughter inheriting the crown. In many areas of Cambriene this structure is more strict, while in others it is more egalitarian.
Sheppec women are, on average, taller and stronger than their male counterparts, women on average being 6'10, while men are 5'8-5'10. In addition to this, Sheppec women have more muscle mass in comparison to their male counterparts. In the earlier years of Sheppec society, they were (and still are to a degree) reliant on strength based, stamina based farming and mining. Thus, women having the required strength and stamina, became the breadwinners of their families and communities, and eventually ending up as leaders.
Culture
Cambriene is a very isolationist country. There are not many non-Sheppec people in the country, so misunderstandings and stereotyping is a common issue on all sides.
The Cuisine
The food of Cambriene tends to the sweet and sour variety, with an emphasis on fruits and vegetables. Apple ciders are the most popular alchohol for the common peoples, while wine made from the delicous and rare glowberry is perfered for the wealthy.
The Glowberry is a native berry to Cambrienes cave systems and is considered incredibly important in many ways. It is associated with one of their main goddesseses, Gadena, the berries are a delacacy, and often crushed up into sauces or drinks on special occasions.
Public Agenda
Cambriene, while it has slightly opened up the rest of the world, still is very hard to immigrate to. There is a part of the governement that specifically deals with the Inter-dimensional portals and how it limits travel in and out of its lands.
Assets
Cambriene is a bountiful country, almost all types of food can be grown within its borders, trees of all kinds can be grown in its soil, and it is plentiful with diamonds and iron. Since Cambriene has a close connection with the Piglins and the Nether, they also have an abundance of Netherite and Quartz. Another crop that is grown in Cambriene that is very valuable is the Glowberry. The Glowberry is a bioluminescent berry that is a delacacy in Cambriene and beyond, as well as having a specific cultural and religous importance.
There is a specific type of horse, called the Sheppec war horse, that was bred solely to be able to handle the weight of a fully armored Sheppec solider. They are very tall, strong, and are some of the best work or war horses money can buy. These animals are allowed to roam free in the countryside and have been apart of the ecosystem for so long that removing them at this point would be more detrimental than anything.
Demography and Population
Cambriene's population numbers can vary depending on the province.
Obesk Peakes (O-Besk)
The Obesk Peakes Province Peakes Province is the province directly bordering Ad-Alta. It is home to Cambriene's highest peaks as well as a specfic subgroup of Sheppec called the Obeski'Pec, and they make up the majority of the population here. Population: 551,273 est.Alka'Klo Swamps (Al-Ka Kl-O)
The Alka'Klo Swamps Province'Klo Swamps are the southern most land provinces of Cambriene as well as one of the most defensible parts of the country. The native inhabitants, the Kaga'ateme are very mysterious to the rest of the country and generally perfer to be left alone. If they are not Kaga'ateme, then they are called Alkami's. Population: 61,778 est.Sara'ine Island (Sar-a een)
The Sara'ine Island Province'ine Island is an island north to the Alka'Klo Swamps that is primarily focused on Aquaculture farming and is very loyal to the Crown. People from Sara'ine are called Sarini's. Population: 87,552 est.Ala'mon Island (Ala mon)
The Ala'mon Island Province'mon Island is the northern most province under Cambrienes purview. It's people are hardy, strong, and have adapted to the cold and chilly weather. They are primarily carnivores, strange in a society that highly values vegetarianism and veganism, that is quite strange indeed. People from Ala'mon are called Al'moni. Population: 49,475 est.Tupia Island (Too-Peea)
The Tupia Island Province Island is the southern most province and is home to mediterranean climates, calm waters, and an abundance of color. Tupia is the most forward with trade and is home to a many profitable merchants. Population: 4,200,476 est.Allium Plat (Ae-lee-um)
The Allium Plat Province Plat is considered the Capitol Province as it is the most developed, most populated, and is home to the capitol city, Stalwart Grove. They are usually wealthier, and have a lot more political power than the other provinces. You would call someone from Allium a Alliumni. Population: 9,545,118 est.Territories
Overworld holdings
Obesk Peakes Alka'Klo Swamps Sara'ine Island Ala'mon Island Tupia Island Allium PlatNetherworld holdings
Honaven EssavenaTechnological Level
Redstone, which can power amazing machines like automatic sorters, clever traps, hidden staircases, long-distance communicators. Redstone has been a constant of all society's for centuries, with innovations being discovered daily. However, all of this pales in comparison to the portals.
Nether portals are an ancient invention, and no one knows who or what exactly invented them, but it's a safe bet they are long dead.
End portals are even more mysterious than Nether portals. They are, to historians and archeologists knowledge, a newer invention than the Nether portal, but the ability to craft the End portal frame are lost to history.
Trade & Transport
Due to a certain mechanic, 1 block (1 meter/3.2 feet) in the Nether is 8 blocks (8 meters/25.6 feet) in the overworld. This creates a massive boon for fast travel, being able to move thousands of blocks within minutes. Nether trade routes are some of the most important and priceless out there, and control of those routes can decide a country or company's entire future.
Education
All education from ages 3-17 is subsidized by the government, but is nonstandardized. College and University have a minimum they need to teach, but other than that, they have free-reign to teach whatever they want to teach.
Mythology & Lore
The most commonly worshipped gods are the Goddesses Gadena and Adamana.
Gadena is the goddess of nature, fertility, farming, leadership, spring, and life. She is widely worshiped in the south and inlands of Cambriene but is also payed tribute to on her worship days. It is seen as offensive to try and use Gadena's name in political speeches and or try to use her name to bolster your own political career.
Adamana is the goddess of mountains, leadership, protection, winter, and strength. She is worshiped more frequently in the mountainous regions of Cambriene, but she is paid tribute by those wishing for her favor during winter or political crises, her avid worshipers are often nobility or those accruing political power.
Political Influence & Intrigue
Adamana is the goddess you should pray to for good luck in political campaigns.
In confidence and grace of our Ladies, Adamana and Gadena
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Type
Geopolitical, Kingdom
Capital
Alternative Names
Cambriene, Sheppeca
Demonym
Cambrian
Leader Title
Head of State
Head of Government
Government System
Monarchy, Constitutional
Power Structure
Federation
Economic System
Mixed economy
Gazetteer
Currency
There is no official currency, but emeralds and othe precious gems are often used if other goods can't be traded.
Major Exports
Glowberry wine
Major Imports
Little to no imports from overworld countries. Quartz, Nether gold, Netherite (to a select few), and Netherbricks are all highly valued trades from their Piglin allies.
Legislative Body
Most of the day to day ruling is handled by the Provinces Hono'totri'e. But the Amha'totri has the Amha'pena'tor'pena'tore from each Province advising the Queen on laws, rules, and regulations.
Subsidiary Organizations
Location
Official Languages
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Controlled Territories
Neighboring Nations
Notable Members
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Tense
Adma-Alta sees Cambriene as a future conquest. Altans dismiss Cambrian culture and subcultures as unimportant in the long run, as they will be subsumed into Adma-Alta eventually.
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I love this article lots of details. Definitely feel like this country can be a great source of flavor for other locations as well. You mention stereotypes being prevalent in other countries but you could totally expand on that either here or in the other countries. Or whenever we get more into histories and cultures you can explain more in-depth why the kingdom is a queendom. Is it enforced by the queens,m do the people accept this as normal, maybe it's based on religion, or it could be based on some historical event. Just elaborate on why? Also, take the opportunity to link the other articles you've written.