Thialascian
Home to almost two million High Elves the country of Thilascian holds on one of the oldest bastions of civilizations next to The Exalted City of Rycca. Founded in the year 352 BCW the country has stayed out of most world conflicts only stepping in when they feel those they are closely allied with at the time. They currently hold close dealings with the Kingdom of Galorian and the Empire of Irialorn.
Demographics
Although the island is one hundred percent High Elven given the way the society has been formed each member has their place and can very fairly move up but can easily fall down. At the top of the societal tree are the families who make up the High Council; a group of seven who wield absolute power over the rest of the inhabitants and whose eldest child take the seat their parent leaves behind once passed away. Below council families are those who support them and enforce the laws put forth by the council, next one would find the families who work at a professional level. Working as craftsmen, clerics, bankers, teachers, and other jobs at that level; the High Elves consider those who work at that level to be one of the most important next to the council. Seeing them as the ones who produce their culture. Below them are the families at the service and military level, many here want to work within the military as it is the more honorable thing to do. Others may find themselves working in the houses of someone in one of the higher classes. At the bottom of society are the working class; the fishers, farmers, gravediggers, and other undesirable jobs. Not many are of a true underclass but the few who have fallen far enough tend to move off the island or move into the woods away from society. Each level is made up of large extended families who are guided by their elder when it comes to large decisions in life such as marriage. Families at the top two tiers of society set up marriages between themselves and each other that are beneficial to both and produce a strong bond between the two chosen to be wed.
Government
Run by seven oligarchs who get their positions through inheriting them from a parent and once taking a the position on the High Council they take their place as the patriarch or matriarch of their family. The councilors meet in a closed chamber three times a week in the main chambers to go over matters within their own branches, during the meetings only the members of the Junior Council are allowed to attend. The Junior Council is made up of the young High Elves who are next in line for the High Council and are meant to listen and take notes on the goings on so they are fully prepared for their future job. Councilors may choose when they feel their heir may join them within the council chambers.
The High Council
- Councilor of State - This position has the overall responsibility of overseeing the government on Thilascian and for representing their people to the community outside of the island. Thus, all officials from diplomats to ambassadors report to the Councilor of State. Position currently held by Amdil of House Erellon
- Councilor of Defense - This position has the overall responsibility of overseeing the land, sea, and magical units in the countries armies. This makes them absolute commander of them and all generals answer to the Councilor of Defense. Position currently held by Caresta of House Laranonel.
- Councilor of Security - This position has the overall responsibility of overseeing the assets and safety of the islands. They are in charge of the guard force and investigations; all captains, judges, prosecutions answer to the Councilor of Security. Position currently held by Elel of House Taldilindar.
- Councilor of Trade - This position has the overall responsibility for developing their countries economy, overseeing trade with other worlds as well as similar issues. Position is currently held by Serode of House Aerabriniel.
- Councilor of Agriculture - This position has the overall responsibility of overseeing the development of land and granting permits for farming fishing and hunting. It is also largely concerned with internal developments such as agriculture, mining and water conservation. Position is currently held by Cirdire of House Haelond.
- Councilor of Religion - This position has the overall responsibility of overseeing the construction and maintenance of temples and hospitals along with providing health care to their people. They are in charge of ensuring all clerics, paladins, and doctors are fully trained. Position currently held by Amas of House Garaitinu.
- Councilor of Arts - This position has the overall responsibility of overseeing the preservation the Thias' learning and accumulated wisdom of a thousand years. Thus, it is in charge of the academies, colleges, art galleries, monasteries, libraries, museums and other similar institutions. This ensured that the Thias' past intellectual accomplishments were preserved and that future achievements in those fields were possible. Position currently held by Elered of House Aerabriniel.
Defences
The country hosts a military that includes a navy, land units, and arcane unites of 15,000 strong. The two cities in the country are protected by walls and magical barriers. 36 military forts can be found around the island, each acting as a home for 150 persons.
Industry & Trade
The small volcano on the south eastern end of the island has enriched the soil making produce from the island desirable. They also export the well crafted weapons and armor, as well as opulent pearls found in their waters some of which they have found ways to attach magic to. The import industrial medals, Ironwood, spices, and teas.
Infrastructure
The country is made up of two modestly sized cities; the capital The forrest city of Ladrine and The coastal city of Erest with populations of 18,200 and 9,100 respectively. The rest of the population can be found in sixteen towns and small villages and dwellings dotting the island. The two main cities are protected by well crafted magical barriers and woven tree walls, they also host functioning sewer systems. Well maintained packed earth roads, shipyards, and bridges allow for anyone to find their way around the cities and towns.
Type
National Territory
Population
1.9 Million
Inhabitant Demonym
Thias
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