Atraelian Empire
The Atraelian Empire is a vast and powerful nation that has dominated the world of Atraeleon for over a thousand years. Its borders span the entire continent, with the capital city of Atraea's Throne located at the heart of the empire. The Atraelian Empire is renowned for its military might, with a large and well-trained army that is capable of crushing any opposition.
The empire is also a center of learning and culture, with great libraries, universities, and centers of artistic and scientific achievement. The Atraelian people are known for their love of art, music, and literature, and the empire has produced some of the greatest artists and scholars in history.
The Atraelian Empire is a theocratic monarchy, with the sun goddess Atraea as the supreme deity of the state religion, the Divinitas Concordia. The Emperor of Atraeleon (or Empress) is considered to be the divine representative of Atraea, and is believed to have been chosen by the goddess herself to rule the empire. The priests and priestesses of Atraea are powerful figures in Atraelian society, serving as advisors to the Emperor and his governors, and playing a vital role in the daily life of the empire.
Despite its many accomplishments, the Atraelian Empire is not without its problems. There are often tensions between the ruling elite and the common people, and corruption and political intrigue are not uncommon. Additionally, the empire's expansionist policies have made it many enemies, and there are numerous former nations and factions that would like nothing more than to see the Atraelian Empire fall. Nevertheless, the vast majority of Atraelian people remain fiercely proud of their nation and their faith, and are willing to fight to defend it from any and all threats.
Structure
The Emperor of Atraeleon is the supreme ruler of the land, and his family enjoys vast power by extension. Subordinate to him is the Council of Ministers, a group of individuals selected by the Emperor to advise him and handle certain aspects of day to day governance of the Empire. Subordinate to them are the many vassals of the Emperor, who often serve as regional or provincial governors, as well as sometimes serving as generals in the Imperial Legion when called upon. These vassals usually have vassals of their own who are given responsibility over smaller areas or towns, often assuming the role of a mayor of sorts. Vassals are always vying for power in one way or another, and bloodshed at these lower levels is not entirely uncommon. However, the higher rank vassals are not immune to such schemes either, and if a family falls from favor with the Emperor, full blown conflict may erupt over the vacancy in the Emperor's court.
Culture
The Atraelian people value honor and piety above all else. Sacrilege is an affront to their way of life, and the Imperial Inquisitors see to it that no sacrilege goes unpunished. Temples to the Divinitas Concordia are found in every city, town, and village within the empire, from the most modest of polytheistic chapels to grand Temple Primes dedicated to a singular god of the pantheon.
Art and progress are also central to the identity of the empire's people, and many artists, such as the famed painter Isabella Fiera, find their notoriety places them in positions of relative power compared to most. The oldest cities of the empire boast sculptures and monuments on scales that awe even the most seasoned of travellers on first sight of them, such as the grand arches that tower over the entire city of Ophiria, or the intricate temple complexes of Atraea's Throne.
Military
The Imperial Legion is the most powerful fighting force to have ever taken the field in Atraeleon's recorded history. No foe has ever bested them in a war, to the extent that few can recall a single battle having ever been lost. Many of the soldiers are volunteers, but the empire has also enacted conscription whenever the emperor has deemed it necessary, esepecially in the early centuries of the empire.
Founding Date
15 LD
Type
Geopolitical, Empire
Capital
Demonym
Atraelian
Leader
Leader Title
Head of State
Government System
Monarchy, Theocratic
Power Structure
Feudal state
Economic System
Mixed economy
Subsidiary Organizations
Controlled Territories
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