House Barranzo
House Barranzo is a noble Dragonborn family that rules the vast prairies of the Hedge from their castle, Greenmarke. Originally a small clan that welcomed the Stormclaws during the conquest, they were granted lordship over the region in exchange for their loyalty, transforming them into one of the empire's most steadfast supporters. Their culture is shaped by honor, tradition, and a strong warrior ethos, emphasizing a strict adherence to the empire’s ban on ancient magic, despite the Hedgian people's history of magical practices. House Barranzo's assets include their fertile lands, agricultural wealth, and a disciplined cavalry force that dominates the open plains. They are both respected and feared, known for their fierce loyalty to the Stormclaws, which often comes at the expense of their own people's favor.
Culture
House Barranzo has a culture steeped in tradition, loyalty, and a fierce pride in their Dragonborn heritage. Known for their solemn reverence for the vast prairies of the Hedge, they hold onto ancient customs passed down from the Gurt clans, honoring both their ancestors and the land. Despite their noble status, the Barranzos maintain a warrior ethos, valuing strength, honor, and duty above all else, which shapes their interactions with both their subjects and other houses. Their unwavering loyalty to the Stormclaws has made them known as steadfast defenders of the empire, often supporting their liege even at the expense of their own people's well-being. They are deeply mistrustful of magic, which was once a cornerstone of the Hedgian people, and now pursue a strict adherence to the empire's ban on ancient practices, viewing it as a necessary sacrifice for the greater good.
Assets
House Barranzo holds several valuable assets in the Hedge, with their seat at Greenmarke standing as their most prized possession. Greenmarke is a stunning yet formidable castle, surrounded by the vast prairies and rolling hills of the Hedge. The castle's architecture combines elegant stonework with defensive fortifications, symbolizing both the house's appreciation for beauty and its readiness for battle. The lands of House Barranzo are rich in agriculture, producing grains, livestock, and medicinal herbs that sustain their wealth and influence. In addition to their fertile lands, they command a disciplined and highly trained cavalry, using the open plains to their advantage, and securing their position as one of the empire’s key defenders. Their resources, strategic location, and military strength make House Barranzo a vital asset to the Stormclaw Empire.
History
House Barranzo traces its origins to a small clan of Dragonborn who welcomed the Stormclaws during their conquest of the Hedge, a region known for its vast, untamed prairies. At the time, the Hedge was largely uncontrolled, with only a few scattered strongholds, the most notable of which was the mysterious city in the east. When the Stormclaws took the region, the Barranzo clan's loyalty was rewarded; they were appointed as High Lords of the Hedge, and their descendants became the noble house they are today. Over the centuries, House Barranzo built Greenmarke, a castle both beautiful and formidable, from which they ruled with a firm but fair hand. The Hedgian people, once renowned for their magical prowess, were brought into line under Barranzo's strict adherence to the empire’s ban on ancient magic. Although their fierce loyalty to the Stormclaws has often put them at odds with their smallfolk, House Barranzo’s steadfastness has made them a cornerstone of the Hedge and one of the most powerful families in the empire.
"Beauty, Bounty, Duty"
Type
Geopolitical, Great house
Ruling Organization
Leader Title
Family Leader
Location
Controlled Territories
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