Cygnaran
Cygnarans are a widely varied people. The lands that make
up the kingdom were parts of various nations in the past,
and the modern country still reflects much of that diversity.
The life experiences of Cygnarans are as varied as their many
cultures. The nation boasts a well-developed education
system, and its people are a welcoming sort. Most of the
technological advancements of the last century have been
made by Cygnarans, and it is the most industrialized of all the
Iron Kingdoms, giving its citizens a strong familiarity with
modern machining and manufacturing.
Native to the southern region that has been home to their ancestors since the founding of ancient Calacia, the Caspians are the most numerous people of western Immoren. The populations that melded into this region were diverse enough that they exhibit tremendous variance even today. Many Caspians tend to have cream-colored complexions and lighter hair, while others are darker hued and have black hair.
Midlunders.
The populous Midlunders of northern Cygnar
dominate the nation’s northern heartland. They are a rugged
and practical people who have embraced an attitude outsiders
sometimes mistake for stubbornness. It was arguably the
unification of the pragmatic Midlunders with the urbane
Caspians after the Corvis Treaties that gave Cygnar its
cultural identity. Many of the career soldiers of Cygnar’s
armed forces are Midlunders, particularly along the northern
and eastern borders. Since ancient times, dozens of different
cultures have mingled together in this region, and so there is
no particular look that defines its inhabitants, although more
are dark-haired and ruddy-skinned than fair. (See Caspia)
Hailing from the bogs and forests of the Thornwood, the Morridanes are the descendants of the lost kingdom of Morrdh, whose former territories fall largely within the borders of modern Cygnar. Outsiders sometimes hold Morridanes in poor regard for their rustic ways and taciturn demeanors, but beneath that exterior, the Morridanes are shrewd, stalwart, and loyal individuals. Physically, they are shorter and slighter than their southern countrymen.
The Thurians are one of two major cultures that dominated the western seaboard in ancient days. They have long prized sharp wits and the accumulation of secrets and lore; sorcery (Magic) is unusually common among them, and this region has seen more than its fair share of prestigious arcanists. Organized Human magic has its roots in this region, and the Stronghold of the Fraternal Order of Wizardry is based in Ceryl, the heart of what was once Thuria. Like Caspia and the Midlunds, Thuria was a welcoming kingdom that brought many diverse peoples into its community, and thus the physical features of Thurians vary considerably, although a slightly higher-than-average number have red hair and green eyes. Many Sinari, discussed below, settled in Thuria early in the kingdom’s history and left a legacy of dark-skinned, black-haired individuals. Sinari proudly call themselves Thurians, and both they and the descendants of the original inhabitants of Thuria can trace their lineages back to the time before the Orgoth.
CYGNARAN NAMES
Cygnaran naming conventions vary by culture, as
explained below.
Caspians and Midlunders. Caspian and Midlunder names come in a wide variety, many of them influenced by other cultures. Their surnames are often a combination of two words, such as “bicker” and “staff” for “Bickerstaff” or “horn” and “bridge” for “Hornbridge.
Morridanes and Thurians. Most Morridane and Thurian names share aspects with those of Caspians and Midlunders, although some remain distinctly different. Notably, Morridane and Thurian naming conventions have many similarities when it comes to suffixes, with a plenitude of names ending in -an, -in, and -eigh.
The custom of attaching the prefix mac- to some Thurian surnames dates back several hundred years. The Ordic word mag means “son,” and scholars state that this is likely a comparative translation. Accordingly, surnames such as MacBurney and MacRoane are examples of last names one might attribute to Thurians.
CULTURES OF CYGNAR
Cygnar is home to four main groups: the Caspians, Midlunders, Morridanes, and Thurians.Caspians
Native to the southern region that has been home to their ancestors since the founding of ancient Calacia, the Caspians are the most numerous people of western Immoren. The populations that melded into this region were diverse enough that they exhibit tremendous variance even today. Many Caspians tend to have cream-colored complexions and lighter hair, while others are darker hued and have black hair.
Midlunders.
The populous Midlunders of northern Cygnar
dominate the nation’s northern heartland. They are a rugged
and practical people who have embraced an attitude outsiders
sometimes mistake for stubbornness. It was arguably the
unification of the pragmatic Midlunders with the urbane
Caspians after the Corvis Treaties that gave Cygnar its
cultural identity. Many of the career soldiers of Cygnar’s
armed forces are Midlunders, particularly along the northern
and eastern borders. Since ancient times, dozens of different
cultures have mingled together in this region, and so there is
no particular look that defines its inhabitants, although more
are dark-haired and ruddy-skinned than fair. (See Caspia)
Morridanes
Hailing from the bogs and forests of the Thornwood, the Morridanes are the descendants of the lost kingdom of Morrdh, whose former territories fall largely within the borders of modern Cygnar. Outsiders sometimes hold Morridanes in poor regard for their rustic ways and taciturn demeanors, but beneath that exterior, the Morridanes are shrewd, stalwart, and loyal individuals. Physically, they are shorter and slighter than their southern countrymen.
Thurians
The Thurians are one of two major cultures that dominated the western seaboard in ancient days. They have long prized sharp wits and the accumulation of secrets and lore; sorcery (Magic) is unusually common among them, and this region has seen more than its fair share of prestigious arcanists. Organized Human magic has its roots in this region, and the Stronghold of the Fraternal Order of Wizardry is based in Ceryl, the heart of what was once Thuria. Like Caspia and the Midlunds, Thuria was a welcoming kingdom that brought many diverse peoples into its community, and thus the physical features of Thurians vary considerably, although a slightly higher-than-average number have red hair and green eyes. Many Sinari, discussed below, settled in Thuria early in the kingdom’s history and left a legacy of dark-skinned, black-haired individuals. Sinari proudly call themselves Thurians, and both they and the descendants of the original inhabitants of Thuria can trace their lineages back to the time before the Orgoth.
CYGNARAN NAMES
Cygnaran naming conventions vary by culture, as
explained below.
Caspians and Midlunders. Caspian and Midlunder names come in a wide variety, many of them influenced by other cultures. Their surnames are often a combination of two words, such as “bicker” and “staff” for “Bickerstaff” or “horn” and “bridge” for “Hornbridge.
Morridanes and Thurians. Most Morridane and Thurian names share aspects with those of Caspians and Midlunders, although some remain distinctly different. Notably, Morridane and Thurian naming conventions have many similarities when it comes to suffixes, with a plenitude of names ending in -an, -in, and -eigh.
The custom of attaching the prefix mac- to some Thurian surnames dates back several hundred years. The Ordic word mag means “son,” and scholars state that this is likely a comparative translation. Accordingly, surnames such as MacBurney and MacRoane are examples of last names one might attribute to Thurians.
Right to Bear Arms.
Cygnar’s firearms are among the best in the Iron Kingdoms, and its citizens are very familiar with their operation. You gain +1 to attack rolls made with simple and martial firearms.Well Educated.
You have proficiency in two of the following skills: Arcana, Insight, Medicine, Nature, and Religion.Industrial Revolution.
When you make an ability check using artisan’s tools, you may roll a d4 and add the number rolled to the ability check.
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