Dedros

Dedros is a country in central Atres and the birthplace of gunpowder.

Government

Dedros is ruled by their military. The leader of the country is given the title of grand general. The highest ranking military officials will elect a grand general from amongst themselves, and reserve the right to remove this person from the position if they deem their time in office unsatisfactory.

Culture

Magic is illegal in most, but not all Dedrossian cities. Most magic users, including users of divine magic like clerics, are feared and distrusted by most citizens.
In Dedros, those who are seen as talented inventors are the most revered members of society. Experienced fighters were also well respected, and often built their reputation through dueling. Even though Dedros is known as the birthplace of firearms, guns are banned in official duels and combatants are required to use a sword.
Military service is also mandatory, and almost every citizen is required to serve for at least two years if they are between the ages of 18 and 23. One does not have to join the military if they are missing a body part, have suffered from or are currently infected with a deadly disease, cursed, or are some manner of priest.

History

Dedros was originally a small kingdom ruled by a group of powerful mages. The people of this country rebelled against these mages and in 56 AT, named their newly formed nation Dedros, after Josa Dedros, a war hero and eventually, the first grand general.
Almost immediately after the country was founded, high ranking members of the military began searching the old laboratories of wizards who used to rule the land. In 81 they decided to destroy all of the information they found regarding magic, but did find documents which explained how to create gunpowder. At first they used gunpowder to make explosives to use as mining tools, but later used it make explosive bolts for crossbows and eventually, firearms.

Trade & Transport

Dedros has produced the highest quality and amount of firearms on the planet. Gunsmiths can sell weapons to neighboring countries, but the process of buying and selling of firearms is heavily regulated. This has caused some craftsman to leave and continue their business in nations with fewer restrictions. There are also several large mining companies in Dedros that sell large quantities of iron and other metals.
Mercenary companies have been completely banned from entering and moving through the country. Forming a band of mercenaries inside the country is also illegal, as mercenaries are viewed as unnecessary or even as a threat. Adventurers, while not banned, are not as respected in Dedros as they are in the rest of the continent.

Founding Date

56 AT

Type

Geopolitical, Stratocracy

Government System

Stratocracy

Related Historical Events

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  The Discovery of Gunpowder