Clan MountainHäl
Clan MountainHäl are a Dwarven mercenary clan beneath the Imperium Aereum. Founded during the Age of Platinum by a decorated war hero, the Clan has sworn itself in its entire existence to defend the wall and keep the lands of Man at bay.
Clan MountainHäl has its roots in Citadel Marón and was formed to act as a military force beneath Clan Marón who held leadership in the city at the time. However, they made it very clear within the following years that they believe that Clan Marón did not have the best interest of the city or realm in their best interest.
The Clans have been at eachother throats politically ever since, with many minor scuffles and feuds breaking out over the centuries. Currently, the last 3 Lord's of the Citadel were all MountainHäls with peace being held by Clan Leader Kane MountainHäl for nearly the last 200 years.
Structure
- Clan Patriarch- the eldest member of the clan generally is the ruler of the clan unless circumstances render the clan patriarch unable.
- Clan Lords- Clan members who have been awarded land. If you are of stature to own territory beneath the Emporer, that grants you rank in the clan.
- Clan Generals- Military strategists and veterans who command the clan's captains
- Clan Captains-ranked clan members who have been placed in charge of a unit of guards or soldiers
- Clan Stewards- anyone doing administrative, Servant, or upkeep work for the clan that is a blooded member of the MountainHäl family
- Clan Followers- Dwarves who bear the sigil of Clan MountainHäl without being full blooded members of the clan's family.
Culture
- Incredibly xenophobic and isolationist. They belief the Dwarves belong far separated from the lands of Man, and still see Elves as their enemy from the old wars.
- Believe very much that honor and ability outweigh noble titles and bloodlines, though they still respect these institutions as products of their ancestors, who they believe bring them honor in the afterlife.
Public Agenda
- Root out Spies in the Clan Lord's Ranks
- Shut down trade and travel from the city until the Illithid threat can be taken care of
- Contain the Illithid threat away from the city.
Assets
- Controls all of the Gold and troops of Citadel Marón
- Controls Citadel Marón's city watch and Militia guilds
- Holds Citadel Marón's underground keeps
History
- Was formed in the Age of Platinum to be an elite force during the Dwarven StandStill
- Started its clan rivalry with Clan Marón as soon as Clan Gnotthach awarded Lordship of the city to Aberdeen MountainHäl for his efforts in repelling Gal'Galed's forces
- Traded Lordship with Clan Marón all throughout the Age of Platinum, this is when the Clan wars got the bloodiest.
- Has held Citadel Marón for nearly the last 900 years, 3 great Lord's all named MountainHäl
Foreign Relations
- Long time enemies with Clan Marón
- At odds with Clan Brécair because they have shut down all of their trade to and from the city
- Denounced by Clan DeepDig for shutting down the mines
- At odds with the Caravaneers Guild because they won't allow outsiders to operate in Dwarven territory.
- Allies with Clans Aereum and Gnotthach
Shield of these Mountain Halls
Founding Date
32nd of Decay; year 4,300 A.o.P.
Type
Geopolitical, Clan
Capital
Training Level
Professional
Veterancy Level
Veteran
Demonym
MountainHäls
Leader
Ruling Organization
Leader Title
Head of State
Head of Government
Government System
Monarchy, Absolute
Power Structure
Feudal state
Economic System
Gift economy
Gazetteer
- Citadel Marón
Currency
Official minted Imperium coin
Legislative Body
The clan's rules are created by Patriarchs with counsel from their Clan Lords and those laws are carried for generations
Judicial Body
The clans generals and Clan Lords are the ones who interpret the rules of the clan
Executive Body
The soldiers and guards under the clan carry out justice.
Location
Neighboring Nations
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