Trading Coalition

The Trading Coalition is a coalition of merchant republics and duchies on the coast of the eastern continent.
The leading city of the Trading Coalition is Vatalli. Other cities include Acqua Draconis, Citta, Destina, and Tezzano.

Structure

The Trading Coalition is not a unified state, but rather an alliance and consortium of small states. Each state retains their independence, including their own rulers, government processes, and laws. Member states work together for their common defense and on economic agreements, with a goal of increasing profits and maintaining independence in the face of larger powers (specifically the Atathian Empire and the Empire of Xin).
Rivalries between the states are common, even within the framework of the Coalition. This internal squabbling limits the ability of the Coalition to project force in a coordinated manner.

History

The cities of the Trading Coalition were originally founded by colonists from the Lurian Empire. After the The War of the Eagles, the cities gained independence. The cities became wealthy through industry and trade. They then became a protectorate of the Atathian Empire. Following the Demonic Invasion, the cities regained their independence. They formed the Trading Coalition between the rival cities to continue to protect their independence.

Prosperity and Liberty

Founding Date

6346

Type

Geopolitical, Country

Capital

Vatalli

Demonym

Typically referred to by their city of origin

Government System

Plutocracy

Power Structure

Confederation

Economic System

Mixed economy

Subsidiary Organizations

• Al-Badir

Controlled Territories

• Acqua Draconis
• Citta
• Destina
• Nuovo Tezzano
• Ovidio
• Porta Dell'alba
• Tezzano
• The Academy
• Vatalli

Neighboring Nations

• Empire of Xin
• Fleurgurd

Notable Members

• Viola Sacramenti

Related Species

• Goblin
• Halfling
• Human

Related Ethnicities

• Lurian

Sample Character Seeds:
Condotierri: You are a condotierri, a mercenary. Did you fight in a conflict or was it a peaceful job? Why did you leave your mercenary company for adventure?
Guild Artisan: You are a craftsman, working for one of the guilds. Circumstances forced you to leave your craftwork behind for adventure. Why did you leave? Do you hope to restart your business?
Sailor: You were a sailor on a merchant vessel. What places did you visit during your travels? Did you learn or find anything worthwhile? Why did you leave the sailing life for adventure?