Arcane Tanish Federation
Structure
Tanin is a magocracy where the masses are ruled by a hierarchy of mages. The governing body is divided into tiers. All participants of these tiers are members of magical lodges devoted to the eight schools of magic. The bottom tier of the national government is the Council of Masters, followed by the Council of Grand Masters, then the Council of Arch Mages, and finally the Grand Arch Mage. The councils of Masters and Grand Masters are open bodies where all who hold said ranks are welcome. The Council of Arch Mages is made up of the eight senior leaders of each magical lodge, whereas the Grand Arch Mage is an elected position. Both of these top positions are retained for life or until the individual steps down.
Public Agenda
Tanin is currently focusing on dealing with the unrest and development of their nation after their successful revolt against the Gray Elves of Sahar.
History
The Arcane Federation was founded only twenty short years ago. Previously, the lands of Tanin were under the control of the Gray Elves of Sahar. The oppressors ruled over a great slave empire that encompassed the lands of Sahar and Tanin, as well as portions of Damu and the Forest of Oaile. Slavery was complicated under the Gray Elves. Most slaves were treated just as well as a servant might be. They were given housing, clothing, and provisions and entire families would often be taken care of. The few Gray Elves that treated their slaves poorly were often condemned and punished by others of their species. In their eyes, the lesser races were there to be treated like a ignorant child who required a guiding hand to survive, not as a tool to be abused. However, magic was considered a sacred gift and not one to be wasted on the slaves. Those slaves who showed any magical ability or who were caught studying it, were quickly persecuted and imprisoned. It was here that the rebellion began. Non-Gray Elven mages gathered in secret and began the revolt. These mages would become the leaders of their fellow slaves until the revolt succeeded and the Gray Elves were cast out of the mainland. Since that time, the mages have continued their leadership of the people as the governing body of the Arcane Federation.
Demography and Population
- Farmers, Ranchers, Fishers, Sailors, Servants, and Laborers: 40%
- Craftsmen and Artisans: 20%
- Merchants: 15%
- Clerks and Bureaucrats: 12%
- Mages: 10%
- Soldiers: 2%
- Clergy: 1%
Military
The fledgling Tanish military is very underdeveloped in the wake of the revolution. Major cities are well guarded due to their large concentration of mages, but it has been difficult for the nation to maintain order in the countryside without a centralized force. The expansion of the army and the navy is a primary objective to the Tanish government. In the mean time, large mercenary bands are being payed to maintain order in the most volatile areas while adventuring parties are tasked for the more abnormal jobs.
Religion
The Federation lacks a state pantheon, but several gods are more worshiped than others.
- Istus: greater goddess of fate, destiny, divination, future and honesty
- Boccob: greater god of magic, arcane knowledge, balance and foresight
- Wee Jas: intermediate goddess of magic, death, vanity, and law
- Trithereon: intermediate god of individuality, liberty, retribution and self-defense
- Cyndor: lesser god of time, infinity and continuity
- Delleb: lesser god of reason, intellect and study
- Phieran: demigod of suffering, endurance, and perseverance
Foreign Relations
- Republic of Damu:Warm
- Kingdom of Effali:Neutral
- Gralkuz: Neutral
- The Dwarvish Peoples: Neutral
- Illysqua: Neutral
- Assliad Sultanate: Neutral
- Edhil Ascendancy: Neutral
- Raiders of Raznarak: Hostile
- Sahar: Hostile
Founding Date
472 in the Age of Strife
Type
Geopolitical, Magocracy
Alternative Names
- Tanin
- The Arcane Federation
Head of State
Government System
Magocracy
Power Structure
Federation
Economic System
Market economy
Major Exports
- Common Goods: cotton, copper, and stone
- Luxury Goods: wine, tea, marble, and alchemical goods.
Major Imports
- Common Goods: fish, fruits, cheese, wool, flax, salt, beer, and, grains
- Luxury Goods: silver, steel, whiskey, gold, fine jewels, brandy, rum, whale oil, and sugar
Legislative Body
Laws are first written and approved by the Council of Masters. From there, laws will be voted on by the Council of Grand Masters, then the Council of Arch Mages, and finally the Grand Arch Mage. If the law is approved by each level, it will be formalized and made legal.
Judicial Body
It is the duty of each magical lodge to carry out the laws of the land. However, any matters that are not covered by a national law are the purview of each lodge.
Location
Neighboring Nations
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