Casduin
Casduin is one of six elven factions of the Elven Alliance. It lies on the southeastern coast of Durarin, is the strongest populated elven faction, and therefore has the biggest influence in the Elven Alliance. The elven population of Casduin are mostly Highelves.
Geography
The river Celecelon defines the northern border of the faction's territory. To the east, the River Anduin serves as the border between Casduin and Horumasto. The territory of the faction measures about 50000 square miles. Its capital Ilithyl is also the capital of the Elven Alliance.Climate
Casduin is located in the temperate climate zone. Temperatures reach from 4°C in winters to 28°C in summers. Similar to all other elven factions, the weather in Casduin is influenced by magic. It has rather high precipitation, allowing large forests to grow.Vegetation
The flora and fauna in Casduin are very rich and diverse. Especially wild animals living in the woods reach outstanding numbers. On the other hand, grazing animals and domesticated farm animals are rather rare. The population of Casduin especially woodelves takes special care to preserve the forest and nature. Compared to other elven factions, however, Casduin might have the least diverse natural state due to the advanced civilization type and city building of the highelves.Politics
Casduin is reigned by 8 aristocratic families. Each family claims a seat in the Elven Alliance. Instead of assigning different tasks to different families, the aristocrats just take over governmental tasks and decide on laws and who to put up to solve specialized tasks. The right to rule over Casduin is inherited and can not leave the noble bloodline. In case of extinction of a noble family, the name is removed from the government and is not replaced. Six of the eight aristocratic families are led by highelves, one by woodelves, and one by half-elves:Noble families of Casduin
- Elawenys (Highelf)
- Fazorwyn (Highelf)
- Glyndove (Highelf)
- Lorariel (Highelf)
- Aemaer (Highelf)
- Liawarin (Highelf)
- Yinren (Woodelf)
- Weisswald (Halfelf)
Diplomacy
The typical symbol for Casduin is a rich looking star, a symbol of technological advance, research, civilization, and wealth. It also represents the influence and strength of the highelves.
Geography
Region: Southwestern Durarin
Capital: Ilithyl
Area: 50.000 sq-miles
Aliases: Head of the Alliance
