Caelora (KAY-lo-RAH)
Located along the west coast between central and south Imera, Caelora is the kingdom of the High Elves. Once the heartland of the ancient mage empire of Ithyria, Caelora has long been considered to be a forerunner in the advancement of mortalkinds understanding of magic. It's thanks to this mastery over the arcane, combined with the influence of its ancient legacy, that has allowed Caelora to flourish as one of the greatest nations on the continent, and serve as something of a central authority among the other Elf Kingdoms.
Culture
The people of Caelora place great value on magic, and the ability to use it. In Caeloran society, ones magical talent is a highly influential factor in determining ones place in society, and nearly all of its infrastructure is built around the usage of magic. Additionally, the people of Caelora show great interest in magical knowledge old and new, which has resulted in them producing some of the finest scholars on the subject in Imera.
Assets
Due to it's fascination with magic, Caelora has access to a large repository of magical knowledge. Additionally, thanks to its trading with both the other Elf Kingdoms and some of the Human Kingdoms to the north, Caelora is considered to be the wealthiest of the Elf Kingdoms.
Demography and Population
The population of Caelora consists almost entirely of Elves, with the majority being of High Elf descent, though Moon and Sun Elves are also commonly seen.
Territories
Caelora is located along the east coast just between central and southern Imera.
Military
Caelora has a standing army of light and heavy infantry, cavalry, and missile units. Additionally, Caelora has the most diverse assortment of magic units, ranging from mages to warriors who combine magic use with martial techniques.
Technological Level
The larger cities make use of Magitech in their larger industries and infrastructure. Additionally, the cities of Caelora also make use of any surviving Aetheric Architecture left over from the time of the Ithyrian Empire, though they lack the knowledge needed to reproduce it.
Foreign Relations
Agriculture & Industry
Caeloras agriculture is mostly focused around the central and northern territories, and there's a healthy fishing industry along the eastern coast.
Trade & Transport
Caelora does frequent and extensive trading with the other Elf Kingdoms through its border settlements and outposts, and has a strong naval trade industry along the west coast. Additionally, Caelora has a network of well maintained stone roads connecting its cities and towns.
Education
All High Elves are educated in schools local to their area. Education begins around 5 or 6 and ends around 20, and covers such subjects as history, art, literature, and the workings of magic. Additionally, Caelora has a number of colleges for higher learning, focusing on various advanced subjects, including the history of the ancient Elves, and the nature of magic and magical creatures.
Type
Geopolitical, Kingdom
Capital
Government System
Monarchy, Constitutional
Economic System
Market economy
Currency
While Caelora uses Royals when trading with the Human Kingdoms, its official currency are the Elvish Vyrens.
Major Exports
Caelora primarily exports Ithyrian Silver, common grade magic items, and intricate, detailed works of artistry.
Major Imports
Caelora imports various goods and materials from the other Elf Kingdoms that can't be found naturally in their own lands.
Legislative Body
The currently reigning King/Queen is responsible for creating the laws, with the heads of the Great Houses providing council.
Judicial Body
It is the duty of the lords of the Great HOuses, and the judges that serve beneath them, to uphold the law.
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