Karas Sultanate

The Karas Sultanate is unique in its way of determining its ruler. It is won through merit and strength, and of skill and wisdom. When the current ruler retires, or otherwise leaves the throne, a "Great Game" is held. Close combat trials, archery competitions, even puzzles are presented to the contestants. Despite this, the Akkad family has held the seat of power for generation upon generation. The people love them, and it is thought they are rulers of Karas through "Divine Will" due to this success. Of course, nothing is just that simple...
Despite being completely engulfed in the desert, and having no close ties outside of it, the cities themselves don't hold much nationalism. They do not think of themselves as "Karassian" but as if "Iruvian" and "Zafaran". No wars have come to their doorstep to challenge this in living memory, and it is untested if they'd rally behind one banner to defend each other.
The main military force of Karas is known as Mubarizun. While largely untested in global war in the fights amongst each other and the unruly desert tribes they are known as fierce one on one warriors. It is considered highly honorable in Karassian culture to win such a combat. Chief among these are the warriors of Iruvia.
The every day law and order guards are known as the Haras.

Karas colors are red with a gold set of scales that are perfectly balanced.