Zentrum
The Kingdom of Zentrum is currently one of the largest nations in the continent of Munhart. What started initially as a small alliance between 3 warring tribes has grown and evolved into one of the most powerful nations, due to their shrewd trading and powerful army.
When making a Zentruman consider the following
- A Golden Age. As a result of their victories in the Dead Wars, Zentrum has entered a newfound age of prosperity. This newfound success has caused them to become a new center for trade and the most powerful nation on the continent. How does your character fit into this world, are they reveling in the newfound opportunities?
- An Arcane Rivalry. In the kingdom of Zentrum there are two Arcane organizations in constant competition: The Secretive Cabal known as The Foundation, and the group of scholars known as the Order of the Violet Iris. If you make a spellcaster, consider if they have a connection with one or both of these factions.
- A Pious Life. The Keepers of the Everflame form the largest organized religion within Munhart. If you want to reflect a close bond to the Everflame, you could gain a few divine spells by taking the Magic Initiate feat. Any Zentruman could take the acolyte background to reflect a strong connection to the church or the soldier background based on service with the flameguard.
Structure
The head of state for the Kingdom of Zentrum is known as the Sovreign. Underneath her, there is the Azure Council, who helps legislate the laws of the land.
Neutral Good Female Human
Reina Altari is the current head of state of Zentrum. Ascending to the position on her 18th birthday, Reina has worked tirelessly to assure her contemporaries that she is deserving of the position. While much of her life has been in peace times, she has seen the effects of the Dead Wars and hopes to never put the country through those horrors again. She is currently attempting to open diplomatic relations with both the Akrillian League to the west and Valatveria to the North, much to the chagrin of many who have fought in the last Dead War.
Michelle Mournstar:
Lawful Neutral Female Human
Arcanist Michelle Mournstar is the Master of Arcana in Zentrum. Michelle spent much of her life serving during the Dead Wars, and grew up in a period of great conflict. During that time she truly came into her own as a practitioner of the arcane, and earned many accolades in the process. She is deeply devoted to the well being of Zentrum, but has a more militaristic view of how the way things should be run. She is one of three known masters of an esoteric school of magic known as Dunamancy.
Evanora "The Starscourge" Fagerstorm
Lawful Evil Female Human
Evanora Fagerstrom is the future Master of War for the Azure Council and the first and current Admiral of the Sovereign Fleet of Zentrum. She ascended to this position after proving herself a capable leader in the Dead Wars. A deeply devoted patriot, Evanora will do everything in her power to do what she believes is best for Zentrum, no matter the cost for anywhere else. Grand Duke William Marley
Lawful Good Male Human
William Marley is a nobleman from the Kingdom of Zentrum. His is known as the "Hero of Eminport" for his courageous acts in the Battle of Eminport. A powerful warrior and brilliant tactician, he had hoped to pass these skills to his son, but Pietro's constant galavanting has caused him to lose faith. Seeker Valar Dimov
Lawful Evil Changeling
Valar Dimov is the Master of Information of the Azure Council. They serve as the current leader of the Dieshtil, an elite covert ops unit. Valar is a cold and calculating being, who is willing to take any steps to ensure the preservation of peace. Much of Valar's past remains unknown, but this only further adds to Valar's mystique. As a changeling, they have a remarkable gift for espionage, but those that have met Valar and live to tell often remark about a sorrow in them.
Important NPCs
Sovreign Reina Altari VI:Neutral Good Female Human
Reina Altari is the current head of state of Zentrum. Ascending to the position on her 18th birthday, Reina has worked tirelessly to assure her contemporaries that she is deserving of the position. While much of her life has been in peace times, she has seen the effects of the Dead Wars and hopes to never put the country through those horrors again. She is currently attempting to open diplomatic relations with both the Akrillian League to the west and Valatveria to the North, much to the chagrin of many who have fought in the last Dead War.
Michelle Mournstar:
Lawful Neutral Female Human
Arcanist Michelle Mournstar is the Master of Arcana in Zentrum. Michelle spent much of her life serving during the Dead Wars, and grew up in a period of great conflict. During that time she truly came into her own as a practitioner of the arcane, and earned many accolades in the process. She is deeply devoted to the well being of Zentrum, but has a more militaristic view of how the way things should be run. She is one of three known masters of an esoteric school of magic known as Dunamancy.
Evanora "The Starscourge" Fagerstorm
Lawful Evil Female Human
Evanora Fagerstrom is the future Master of War for the Azure Council and the first and current Admiral of the Sovereign Fleet of Zentrum. She ascended to this position after proving herself a capable leader in the Dead Wars. A deeply devoted patriot, Evanora will do everything in her power to do what she believes is best for Zentrum, no matter the cost for anywhere else. Grand Duke William Marley
Lawful Good Male Human
William Marley is a nobleman from the Kingdom of Zentrum. His is known as the "Hero of Eminport" for his courageous acts in the Battle of Eminport. A powerful warrior and brilliant tactician, he had hoped to pass these skills to his son, but Pietro's constant galavanting has caused him to lose faith. Seeker Valar Dimov
Lawful Evil Changeling
Valar Dimov is the Master of Information of the Azure Council. They serve as the current leader of the Dieshtil, an elite covert ops unit. Valar is a cold and calculating being, who is willing to take any steps to ensure the preservation of peace. Much of Valar's past remains unknown, but this only further adds to Valar's mystique. As a changeling, they have a remarkable gift for espionage, but those that have met Valar and live to tell often remark about a sorrow in them.
History
The land that would soon become Zentrum was once a battle ground plagued by the events of The Tearing.
The Nine Heroes
In Zentrum History there are Nine Heroes who were said to be responsible for its founding. Each one is said to play a pivotal role in the union of the various groups as well as the slaying of Brumigon "The World Ruiner" the Ancient Black Dragon- Reina "The War Queen" Altari I (Human Aasimar Female) (Paladin)
- Gorog "The Giant" Diloosh (Orc Male) (Barbarian)
- Addhor "The Ghoul" Blackmane (Dwarf Male) (Rogue)
- Cornan "The Young" Springman (Halfling Male) (Bard)
- Arnora "The Last Dragon" Frostbeard (Dwarf Female) (Fighter)
- Emhyr Vrittanis "The Purple Mage" (Human Male) (Wizard)
- Ciana I "The First Light" (Human Female) (Cleric)
- Hal'Dir "The Scorned" (Elf Male) (Druid)
- Ragel "The Gnasher" (Half-Orc Female) (Ranger)
Territories
Important Cities
Resembool Features: Capital, Headquarters of the Sternritter, Azure Council and the Palace of the Sovreign
Eminport Features: Largest Water Port, Center for international trade.
Aerovane Features: Wealthiest City, Home of first Skyport in Zentrum
Brogathan Features: Largest Importers of Jotunwood,
Yrsgamoore
Features: Military Training Center, Defenders of Hell's Gate, Headquarters of the Heroes Without Borders Adventuring Cooperative
Kar Thorum
Features: Viridium Mines, Atheneum, Archeological Digs
Mapleborn:
Features: primary Halfling Population and largest farming city
Drakestone: Features: Headquarters of the Order of the Violet Iris, oldest Zentrum settlement, battlefield where Brumigon was slain by the Nine Heroes.
Resembool Features: Capital, Headquarters of the Sternritter, Azure Council and the Palace of the Sovreign
Eminport Features: Largest Water Port, Center for international trade.
Aerovane Features: Wealthiest City, Home of first Skyport in Zentrum
Brogathan Features: Largest Importers of Jotunwood,
Yrsgamoore
Features: Military Training Center, Defenders of Hell's Gate, Headquarters of the Heroes Without Borders Adventuring Cooperative
Kar Thorum
Features: Viridium Mines, Atheneum, Archeological Digs
Mapleborn:
Features: primary Halfling Population and largest farming city
Drakestone: Features: Headquarters of the Order of the Violet Iris, oldest Zentrum settlement, battlefield where Brumigon was slain by the Nine Heroes.
Type
Geopolitical, Country
Capital
Alternative Names
Zentrum
Demonym
Zentruman
Leader Title
Head of State
Government System
Monarchy, Constitutional
Official State Religion
Subsidiary Organizations
Official Languages
Related Ranks & Titles
Neighboring Nations
Organization Vehicles
Notable Members