Earthhome

Buried in and under part of The Great Western Mountains is the dwarven Citadel of EarthHome. Ruled over by King Azaghal Splithelm and Clan Splithelm, these expansionist dwarves have set up a series of small strongholds and outposts around their citadel and within the Plains of Despair. From these forts and watchtowers, they pursue a zealous war against the fell humanoids in the Plains of Despair.
These dwarves are more removed from the other free cities and countries of Malatoria, save for Volinsk, whom they count as their biggest trading partner, and Khand, through the mountains to the west.
After King Azaghal's eldest son was murdered at the hands of Dagraztian orcs, EarthHome has a deep hatred of evil humanoid races. Their refusal to back down led to large losses in their population. Once their population topped 70,000 but now is approximately half that.

Demography and Population

98% Dwarven - 35,000 dwarves 2% other races

Territories

The dwarven citadel of EarthHome is fortified around and under the central part of The Great Western Mountains.

Military

A number of watchtowers and outposts dot the landscape with 5 days ride of EarthHome, mostly extending into the Plains of Despair to the east.
Their army suffered great losses in the recent war against Dagrazt but are still a force to be reckoned with.

Religion

Moradin is widely worshipped and Dumathoin also has a large sect of worshippers with EarthHome.

Foreign Relations

EarthHome shares a profitable trading relationship with Volinskian High Court. They have an official dwarven embassy in Verskaw and Brogan Brasshandle at Undermountain Treasures in Kladinsk serves as a diplomat and ambassador in the Volinskian capital.

Trade & Transport

A trade route between Volinsk and EarthHome has proved beneficial. The dwarves also trade with Khand to the west, utilizing a series of undermountain passages to transport goods.