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Athenia occupies the southwestern area of the Grecian realm. The capital city and its surrounding provinces are situated on a high cliffside, on a piece of mainland Europe known as the Lands of Ire. Its coastline stretches out into the Aegean as three long fingers creating three distinctive bays: two occupying the space between each cape and the third sitting the southernmost curve of the Athenian border. The land itself is incredibly flat with an average altitude and about a hundred feet above sea-level. Athenian weather is hot and sultry - especially in the provinces - but the capitol enjoys a strong breeze off of the Aegean Sea. Every fall, Athenia suffers through a rainy season where the weather turns blustery and storm clouds break over the highest altitude points in the landscape to cause torrential rainfall. This wet weather only lasts a few weeks and is necessary to ensure the growth of the fruit trees and bushes that are Athenia's mainland produce.
In terms of trade, Athenians are generally skilled crafters, their ethos of hard-work and application leading to fine masteries of almost any product or art. Most of the kingdom's exports in such fields are made within the capital city; from pots and ceramics to fabrics and textiles. Meanwhile, in the outer lands, Athenia holds vast fields in which crops and raw resources can be grown and extricated, meaning that Athenia is almost entirely self-sufficient in wood, stone, food and livestock. Another large export for the kingdom is fish of all kinds, as their immense bays and the reefs in the surrounding areas give them access to the wider sea and the wildlife beyond.
As a people, Athenians hold with practicality, pragmatism, perfectionism and dignity. They are often thought to be a little aloof or stand-offish, or even arrogant in their careful thinking and stoicism. Athenian's believe in work and the way that toil reflects on the honour of one's House and name. In general, they are intelligent, academic, honour-bound, prideful and obsessed with social image. This, however, does not make them cold-hearted. Athenians believe in welcoming and looking after their guests. They are also honour-bound to help strangers or travellers, if they need it; to turn them away would be to bring disgrace on the family. Sometimes this can be seen as a duty, sometimes a chore, depending on the individual.
With regards to politics. The Athenians rate as some of the most clever politicians in the Grecian realm. Academics and scholars, they are cunning plotters and schemers and will normally trap their political opponents in logical argument or trade deals, long before any blood is spilt. This, however, is the general rule and there are always the more ambitious exceptions.
As they believe themselves painted in the image of the Gods, Athenians are highly considerate of their appearance. The lower classes are far cleaner and more carefully kept than in other kingdoms and the upper classes are impressive in their choice of garments and jewellery without being gauche or excessive. Elegance is key to the manner of Athenian appearance. So too can it be said for their manner of communication. Athenians speak in verbose and educated language or in clipped, articulate statements. Their type of verbal address can come across as arrogant or superior but never impatient or inattentive.
The Athenian way of life boils down to honour, dignity, loyalty to name over blood, perfectionism and personal discipline and control. Stereotypically, in other kingdoms, Athenians can be seen as arrogant, cold, aloof, old fashioned and nit-pickers; taking far too long to make changes or decisions via their need to analyse every possible element and eventuality. Despite possible negative images, Athenia is respected and rightfully feared in the Greek realm as they have the largest number of citizens (bar none) and the largest lands. They are also almost entirely self-sufficient in resources and would have the strongest military might simply through numbers. For the same reason, Athenia is also the home of some of the richest families in Greece: specifically Stravos and Xanthos. As such, Athenia holds much power internationally, within the realm of Greece.
Athenian Canons
The canons of the Athenian royal lines are listed below. Please note that all untaken characters are open to creator interpretation. So long as an application does not directly contradict the information listed on this page, a creator is welcome to build a canon to their liking and create something wholly their own. Please also note that these characters are only the ones listed as members of the royal bloodlines. We also have wanted characters in the Athenian Varónos (Noble Houses) which can be found in our Character Compendium.
To apply for a Canon Character, simply create an account with their first name as your username (e.g. "alehandros" for Alehandros of Antonis). If the username is listed as Open, another member is already creating that character. All Canon Character applications must be completed within two weeks or they will be returned to Open status and the username will become available for claiming again.
Dynasteía Antonis
The Antonis family are the House with the most respect in Athenia. Not only are they one of the longest running royal bloodlines - second only to the Marikas family - they have been focused on the military for many generations. As such, the men of the Antonis family are considered to be courageous, disciplined and embodying the strength that true men should possess. The Antonis family almost always serve in Athenian military and always at the very top ranks of Commander and General. Some have ventured into the political side and become the Master of War at one time or another, or have worked in some form of role that aids in the military - such as being the primary trader of war horses. While they, as a House, are not focused on politics or the monarchy, this impression of the character of their family members means that they are often turned to for advice in the Senate and Court regardless.
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Due to the suspicious circumstances surrounding his grandfather's death, many argue that Alehandros should have inherited the crown as soon as he became old enough to accept it. Raised mostly by nannies and caretakers after his mother remarried, however, Alehandros has little ambition to be king and, instead, dotes on the first family he's had to know and love. While an arranged marriage, his relationship with his wife is one of love and respect and his daughters come first in his thoughts, always.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Alehandros of Antonis 40 Years of Age Born in Attia Pilou Asbæk
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Betrothed to the next king of Athenia, only to find that his crown was passed down a different line of the family, Sotiria is naturally frustrated at her role in Court. However, the love she has for her husband is as good a balm as balms go for her wounded ego and she instead turns her attention on her daughters and their future prospects of marriage.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Sotiria of Antonis 40 Years of Age Born in Elierea Marie Louise Parker
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Sanasa is a confident and headstrong girl as many oldest siblings tend to be. Determined to only find the best possible suitor for her marriage - and so to avoid being outdone by her younger sisters - she uses her own spiky personality to test the patience and strength of characters of every man presented to her. While her mother finds this an embarrassing and childlike endeavour, Sanasa's father is supportive of her reasons if doubtful of her methods.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Sanasa of Antonis 22 Years of Age Born in Attia Lucy Griffiths
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Marietta is the quietest of the Antonis girls. Naturally shy and retiring, growing up just one year behind her elder, dominant sister, has turned Marietta's attention to more ladylike aspirations. A fine musician (and singer when she can be convinced to partake in public), Marietta is the elegant lady of the household.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Marietta of Antonis 21 Years of Age Born in Attia Millie Brady
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Evi's mind and curiosity is an insatiable thing. Spending most of her time with her nose buried in a book, she enjoys spending time with her sister Marietta in the university's library. Unlike Marietta and her quiet disposition, however, Evi feels the need to share and enjoys being the centre of attention, as well as the most knowledge individual in a room.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Evi of Antonis 17 Years of Age Born in Attia Alexandra Daddario
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Cursed with three elder sisters, all possessing the right to a husband before her, Hebe holds dear to the fantasy of marrying for love. Surely, three elder sisters to make diplomatic attachments is enough for her to seek a real marriage of affection? Childish, innocent and rambunctious to boot, Hebe is energetic, sweet and often lacks tact in formal situations.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Hebe of Antonis 14 Years of Age Born in Athenia Bailee Madison
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Lacides' line of the Antonis family is a military one. Like his father and grandfather before him, Lacides is a ranking General in the Athenian army. The honour, respect and awe due to a man with so many victories on the battlefield is given him every time he appears in Court or the Senate and his sons show him the same in their following of his footsteps. A hard man, with military, precision thinking and clear beliefs in right and wrong, he has only been swayed to an injust action once in his life with his sister's maid Amalia.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Lacides of Antonis 64 Years of Age Born in Aetaea Ed Harris
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The eldest son of the great general Lacides and a Commander of the Athenian army, pressure and expectation falls hard on Mateos' shoulders. The brother with perhaps the strongest belief in right and wrong, Mateos has been called a statue for his lack of passion and emotion. As hard as his father and determined to have as spotless a military career as him Mateos looks only to the glory of the Antonis family.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Mateos of Antonis 32 Years of Age Born in Illoclis Eric Johnson
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Unlike his brother Mateos, Stelios is an angry and passionate individual. Effective in battle and cunning in war, Stelios often operates as his brother's second in command or as a Commander in his own right. Never does he allow his emotions to cloud his judgement on the battlefield but his skill and provision in warcraft tend to make him easy to provoke and incite into a duel. The strong sense of justice passed down to him by his father occurs in him through a desire to punish and chastise those who are weak enough to falter. He is perhaps the least forgiving of his father's daliance with a servant girl.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Stelios of Antonis 31 Years of Age Born in Illoclis Neil Jackson
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A rose amongst thorns, Vasia is the only daughter of Lacides and his wife. Though often cited as being the spitting image of her mother's beauty, Vasia has inherited none of her mother's angelic and innocently lady-like mannerisms. Being raised by only her father since she was eight years old, Vasia is as hard-willed and wiley as her brothers and, excluding her aunt Lysta, is the only woman to whom the three of them will listen with respect. She is also, perhaps, the fairest minded of them and is the only child of her mother's to have a tolerant, and even friendly, relationship with their half-brother Leonidas.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Vasia of Antonis 29 Years of Age Born in Illoclis Jaime King
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Young, ambitious and eager to prove his metal alongside his brothers, Patros can get himself into trouble more often than glory. Determined to be as skilled a Commander as Mateos and as bold a man as Stelios, Patros over-shoots the mark and often shows his age in the choices he makes. He is also rebellious of his father's ambitions to marry him off, instead of encouraging a career in the military, given the dangerous nature of war and his desire to see his line continued.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Patros of Antonis 24 Years of Age Born in Athenia Joe Anderson
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Sister to Lacides and matriarch of his line of the Antonis family, Lysta's strong personality and confident wisdom has continued to assure her position of authority even when Lacides's wife was alive. Despite never being married, Lysta finds comfort in her niece and nephews, as well as patronising the arts and sciences at the Athenia university. She is a dedicated and courageous woman with almost as much military knowledge as the men she is surrounded by. As the only two women in their immediate family she has a particularly strong bond with her niece Vasia.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Lysta of Antonis 53 Years of Age Born in Aetaea Michelle Pfeiffer
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Far too beautiful for her station, Amalia worked as Lysta of Antonis's handmaiden since her childhood. Similar in age to her mistress, she was originally purchased as a friend and playmate to the noblewoman and then became part of Lysta's Court retinue. As she grew more beautiful, and Lacides's wife became ill and often bedridden, Amalia was sought out by Lacides. Helpless to his authority, courage and aura, Amalia fell madly in love with the marriage General. The tryst lasted only long enough to conceive a son and, with evidence of the affair on public display, Amalia was dismissed from the House of Antonis and now lives in the city as a seamstress. Still devoted to the general, Amalia has never remarried and, instead, pours her love and dedication into the relationship with her son, Leonidas.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Amalia of Athenia 49 Years of Age Born in Athenia Famke Janssen
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Born of an illegitimate tryst between his mother, a servant of Lysta of Antonis, and the great general Lacides of Antonis, Leonidas is technically a member of the noble family and holds royal blood in his veins. He has never, however, been accepted into the Antonis House, is not listed in its registry and is an open secret among the Court - into which he is forbidden to enter. He works, instead, as a member of the Athenian Guard and pursues an honest life, in order to support the mother who has been devoted to him since his birth.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Leonidas of Athenia 26 Years of Age Born in Athenia Wilson Bethel
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Dynasteía Marikas
Next to the Antonis House, the Marikas family line is one of the oldest and most respected royal bloodlines in Athenia. More ruling monarchs in the history of Athenia have been from the Marikas House than any other noble family. Because of this, the Marikas family are one of distinction, pride and elegance. Each generation has always been raised with the intent that they may one day marry back into the royal line or be the next monarch themselves. To this end, the children of the Marikas House are always highly-educated, well-accomplished and have their childhood's focused on them becoming powerful adults in the Court and Senate of Athenia. For the males of the family specifically, politics are discussed at the dining table and in the games of strategy they play as children. With a decent amount of wealth but a far greater area of lands to their name, the Marikas family are not only powerful because of their legacy but because of the sheer number of people and goods they can provide to the crown.
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The oldest member and matriarch of the Marikas family, Ivra has seen multiple kings of Athenia come and go. Her years have cultivated a high level of patience, propriety and wisdom and Ivra is looked to by many - both within and outside of her own family and House - for advice and blessings of good fortune and health. Despite being a woman and not technically the leader of her House, Ivra's word comes with a lot of weight and is often taken as law.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Ivra of Marikas 74 Years of Age Born in Athenia Angela Lansbury
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First a military man and now a politician, Panos is a highly intelligent man who holds himself and his family with a certain level of grace, given their history of royal blood but is also eager to see the Athenian crown back on a Marikas' head. To that end, he arranged the marriage of his young son to the sister of the king in order to sway influence and is eyeing up the same for his son Rafail and the young princesses of Xanthos.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Panos of Marikas 55 Years of Age Born in Athenia Ralph Fiennes
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Handsome and charismatic, Pavlos takes after his father in many ways. A Captain in the Athenian army and his father's second with regards to family politics, Pavlos has attempted unsuccessfully to provide his family name with a male heir. Given the age of his current wife, it is now unlikely that he will be able to do so... Unless something happened to Sera, of course...
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Pavlos of Marikas 41 Years of Age Born in Carinth Jonathan Rhys-Meyers
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A strong and powerful woman in her youth, Sera fell in love at a young age with, luckily, a man suitable to marry. After the sudden death of Alexis on the battlefield, however, she was left to grieve, her son taken care of by nursemaids. Then came Pavlos, a young man sixteen years her junior who wooed and courted her into a swoon. Hopelessly in love with her young husband, Sera knows little of the politics going on between him and her father-in-law but where once beat the heart of a daughter of kings there may well beat again.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Sera of Antonis 57 Years of Age Born in Athenia Sarah Parish
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Bold, defiant and not above using Court gossip to her advantage, Agathe is one of the most popular young women in the Athenian Court - every young lady wants to befriend her and every young man wants to join her for a night. Fully aware of her power and influence, Agathe has learned at her father's side that being a female is a detriment to personal success unless you utilize your gender's wiles.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Agathe of Marikas 24 Years of Age Born in Carinth AJ Cook
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Much softer and much more trusting than her older sister, Elena is a sweet girl who keeps most of her company with her mother and hangs on the words of her sister-in-law Sotiria. Far more girly than her siblings, Elena often feels shunned by her father, who wanted sons, and, out of the three of them, feels his detachment the most keenly.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Elena of Marikas 23 Years of Age Born in Athenia Teresa Palmer
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A tomboy at heart, Daniil tries to connect with her father through an attempt to be the son he has yet to receive. Privately learning to fight with a short sword and a skilled horse rider, Daniil has yet to impress a father for whom her gender will always be a problem. Such rejection has meant that Daniil has grown up short-tempered and high and mighty in character.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]@daniil 21 Years of Age Born in Carinth Kristen Stewart
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Arrogant, conceited and in love with his high-class position of brother-in-law (once removed) to the king, Rafail is the epitome of a spoiled prince. Moderately skilled in combat and academia, Rafail has enough skills and knowledge to wow the local brothel girls and the more gullible ladies of the noble Houses on a more than regular basis. The only female that he treats with a modicum of respect is his sister Sofia.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Rafail of Marikas 28 Years of Age Born in Chacris Jamie Campbell-Bowers
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Tough and independent with a mind of her own, Sofia is the only female who can control her brother Rafail and, given their closeness in age, has a strong relationship with her nieces, Elena, and Daniil (a childhood rivalry put an end to any kind of friendship with Agathe). Sofia has a weakness for military men and sugary treats.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Sofia of Marikas 25 Years of Age Born in Chacris Willa Holland
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Dynasteía Stravos
It is no secret in the Athenian Court and Senate that the Dynasteía Stravos is ambitious, cunning and possesses more wealth than any other Athenian family by a wide margin. Their commercial business rests in nearly every sector of Athenian life, beginning once in ship-building and now extending to cargo transport, grain and fruit production, housing and land ownership and - most recently - in people as they have purchased from other noble families vast areas of land in the Athenian countryside. This means that, in times of war or distress, the Stravos family are the ones who hold ownership over the largest number of potential soldiers. The power of the Stravos House is immeasurable and many in the Senate are becoming nervous that they are perhaps gaining too much leverage over the crown and the Court - especially as they have, in the most recent generation, secured royal blood into their family line.
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Sister to the king of Athenia, Circenia grew up in luxury and has always been one to appreciate the finer things in life. This was part of the attraction for her when a marriage to the Stravos family was proposed. A rich merchant family with a mansion to rival the royal residence was hard to say no to and now Circenia takes pride in her three beautiful children and the power she wields in Court through her husband's money.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Circenia of Stravos 49 Years of Age Born in Athenia Mädchen Amick
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Born to a rich family, in a military land, Keikelius has grown up with elements of both. A hard and ruthless businessman who is widely recognising for having no respect or care for those that work under him, Keikelius has inherited a desire for power alongside his money from several generations of the Stravos family line. In a moment of national financial weakness after a drawn-out war, the Stravos family were able to offer their riches to the royals in exchange for an arranged marriage with the only unmarried sister of the king. Now, Keikelius is father to three children with royal blood and he intends to utilise this mercilessly.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Keikelius of Stravos 47 Years of Age Born in Attictris Rufus Sewell
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Spoiled, stubborn and with more smarts than she knows what to do with, Chara is considered one of the great beauties of the Athenian royal line and considers herself to be in competition with all of her cousins (though she seems to be the only one who is aware of any such competition). She is rivalled in her courtly politics only be her cousin Agathe and the two of them are regularly in cahoots.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Chara of Stravos 26 Years of Age Born in Athenia Phoebe Tonkin
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Excessively handsome and of marriageable age, Elias is the single most sought-after male in the noble Houses of Athenia. Decidedly picky and more in love with himself than he probably ever could be with a woman, he has yet to make his choice but anything that gets him closer to a crown is looking good to him... Conniving, manipulative and more dangerous than his pretty exterior would suggest, Elias has his eyes firmly set on the Athenian throne.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]@elias 25 Years of Age Born in Attictris Sean O'Pry
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Young, nubile and probably more intelligent than both of her siblings combined, Danae has taken after her father's side of the family. An avid learner, ambitious and greedy for success, she is smart enough to use her innocence and charms to con those whom she wants something from. Already a rebellious little entrepreneur, gambler and economist, she is close to her father and enjoys watching him work more than any other past-time.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Danae of Stravos 16 Years of Age Born in Athenia Mackenzie Foy
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Dynasteía Xanthos
The Xanthos family is a long-standing noble house of courage and integrity. In their earliest generations, the family were brigands and privateers in the Aegean Sea, shipping weaponry and metal goods from Colchis to the other kingdoms. Once rich enough, however, the family settled in Athenia and have since run a fleet of cargo ships between the Greek islands. Now, they are one of the richer families in the kingdom (second only to the house of Stravos). This money and influence - and their loyalty to the monarchy of Athenia had them granted a state of nobility. Many generations later and Omiros of Xanthos was able to buy his way into the royal line with a marriage to a Marikas princess. Since then, suspicious circumstances - most likely concocted at the hands of lord Omiros - have led to the current ruler of Athenia being Minas of Xanthos. While the route to ruling the kingdom is darkened by possible criminal acts on behalf of his father, King Minas believes in the ideals of the marikas family and the ideals of his Xanthos ancestors - that to gain anything in the world, you have to work hard, work well and not hurt your fellow man; that the best way to live one's life and do one's duty is to believe yourself and all others to be worthy of honour.
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King Minas of Xanthos has ruled Athenia in relative peace for the duration of his reign so far. Beloved by his people, trusted by his nobility and honoured by his military, King Minas has a reputation of wisdom, compassion and stoic determination. One of the three kings responsible for brokering peace between the three Greek kingdoms over ten years ago, he will eventually pass with the recognition of great strides towards peaceful existence in the Aegean. Now, he suffers in his health. Losing weight, struggling to breathe, the King keeps his people as ignorant as possible of his condition, fearing the turmoil the loss of their monarch will cause.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Minas of Xanthos 56 Years of Age Born in Arcana Olivier Martinez
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Heir to the throne of Athenia, were the law to change and allow females to inherit in the same way as men, Persephone has been raised with all the education, grace and poise that is expected of a princess. She has also had the good fortune to be incredibly beautiful. Considered a Goddess on earth, Persephone is widely regarded as the most stunning female in the Athenian noble families and regularly receives the undying love devotions from nobles, courtiers and foreign officials.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Persephone of Xanthos 22 Years of Age Born in Magnestis Odette Annable
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Emilia is far less mature than her older sister. Not a natural scholar, she has often avoided her classes and, instead, revels in the life of being a princess. She often muses on her good luck to be born of royal blood but female, so she will never have the responsibility of ruling a country but is still a highly sought woman for marriage. She day-dreams of a future where she achieves the greatest unity possible but has a troublesome little habit of falling head over heels for any polite, good-looking man to come her way.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Emilia of Xanthos 16 Years of Age Born in Athenia Maia Mitchell
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Athenia; The Capitol
The capitol of Athenia (a city of the same name) is situated on the top edge of the Athenian cliffside coast, in its first bay, south of the northernmost cape. It is a sprawling city, built in organised concentric circles, beginning at the royal palace and expanding outwards. North of the royal manor lie the provinces of Athenia, the palace braced against the city's northern wall. From there, rings of settlements of different levels of society and wealth fan out all the way to the cliffside and out to the west. The Palace, the royal residences and the homes and merchants of the excessively wealthy can be found in the Inner Circle of Athenia. Whilst the lower levels of society, the public services and any structures that require excessive space (such as the Arena) occupy the furthest ring - the Outer Circle - at the very edges of the city.
Despite the distinction of social class in the location of the citizens homes, Athenia is one of the most well built cities in Greece, offering homes of stone to nearly all its civilians, no matter their social rank. All Athenians to live within the capitol have sturdy and dependable roofs over their heads. One of the largest problems in the Outer Circle, due to this, however, is over-crowding. For with walls of rock around the city, there is little space to build still further residences without encroaching on the province lands of the nobility. As such, many homes in the Outer Circle - while sturdy and safe against the climate - are the safe haven of too many people for them to truly support. As such, the very lower classes and poverty stricken citizens of the capitol have greater concerns with illness than they do with food or shelter.
A long and winding road, carved from the rock into a wide and safe thoroughfare, leads from the Outer Circle, down the face of the cliffs and to the Athenian harbour below, where dozens of wooden docks stretch out into the Aegean to support the busy sea-faring industry of the kingdom. Here, at sea level, there is still more land and more buildings for those who work and live on the sea. These are also build strongly and well, and put other kingdoms with their wooden structures and limited living options to shame.
The Land of Ire
Athenia holds the largest area of lands and therefore the largest populace in all of Greece. The lands are generally good in climate and free of natural disaster. There are no volcanic areas in Athenia and limited mountainous regions. The land is generally split between open meadows or tended fields and the forests of the northern provinces. Athenians are great lovers of their land and of industry, meaning that they have strict policies on how the land is cared for, what it is used for and how the forests or earth that is used by the people are replenished for future business and industry. As such, Athenians are often tied up in the red tape of procedure and protocol and have one of the busiest Senates in the realm due to all of the issues and infractions this naturally causes.
Provinces that are marked as Open are currently being run by unnamed (or temporarily made-up named) barons. If a member wishes to claim a province for their own and create a noble house, that province's history is either changed or a scenario created by which the new noble family will take over from the NPC family.
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NameAetaea Barony Open Population 6,900 Military Unit The Foxlights Description Located in the exact centre of the Kingdom of Athenia is the province of Aetaea, a colony of forest dwellers who have utilised their lush surroundings to their advantage. Royal and noble caravans alike visit the province’s well known hunting grounds, and it has even been rumoured that Artemis and her hunters can often be seen on midnight hunts, silver accents glinting under the celestial bodies. Main Export Timber Sub-Exports Herbs, grain, flowers.
NameAetola Barony Open Population 7,600 Military Unit The Axemen Description Neighboring Aetaea, the province has a mixed landscape. To the north, on which it borders Aetaea, the lands are densely populated with tall trees. Unlike its neighbor, however, a majority of those residing in Aetola situate themselves in between the forests and the mountains, located on the southern portion. It is often, however, that the province is divided, and whispers talk about a possible splitting of the province due to such vast differences in ecosystems... Main Export Timber Sub-Exports Stone, clay, grain, fruit.
NameArcasis Barony Open Population 7,600 Military Unit The Ten Thousand Description A city of gold. That is what Arcasis is known as, mostly for the fields upon fields of golden grain that glint in the sun’s rays both at sunrise and sunset. The harvest is not, however, the only thing plentiful in the province. By far the most populated in all of Athenia, Arcasis is said to be a dreamer’s paradise. There are things to do at all hours of the night. Opportunity lurks around each and every corner, and it is said that no one departs Arcasis without fulfilling their destiny. Main Export Grain Sub-Exports Wheat, corn, vegetables, fruit.
NameArcana BaronyPersephone of Xanthos Population 4,800 Military Unit The White Shields Description A mix between laid back and talented, Arcana is a coastal town filled with abundant catch in its seas, and very proficient ship-makers. Shipyards dot the edges of the cobblestoned path by the sea. Located on the furthest end of the town stands a strong fortress built to house the Princess whenever she visits her barony, and a training ground for the White Shields, who guard the province. Main Export Squid and Shellfish Sub-Exports Fish, octopus, ship parts.
NameAttia BaronySanasa of Antonis Population 3,100 Military Unit The Black Dogs Description An isolated province standing on the furthest end of Athenia, Attia has traditional architecture that stands out amongst its infrastructure, and healthy mountains that produces an abundance of fruits, vegetables and flowers. The best healers in Athenia are known to originate from this province. Main Export Wine Sub-Exports Fruit, vegetables, herbs, flowers.
NameAttictris Barony Open Population 4,000 Military Unit The Phalanx Prime Description At the province’s centre, a large garden surrounds the baron’s manor. In it lies the most prized fruits in all of Greece itself, only available for consumption if one has the right connections - Or the right price paid. Said to be blessed years ago by Demeter herself, Attictris receives multiple bountiful harvest each and every year without fail since its inception. Among the most peaceful people in the land, the residents of Attictris are as sweet as the fruit and wine they produce, and are known to be light of heart and merry. Main Export Fruit Sub-Exports Vines, reeds, wine.
NameBoetris Barony Open Population 3,800 Military Unit The Rivermen Description A moderately large province in Athenia, Boetris is famous for the large Iquitos River that runs right through the province, enabling the people of Boetris to travel from one end to the other of the province purely by boat. The richness of nature within this province also meant that the ceramics and textiles produced are uniquely special, using the motives of life in their province as inspiration for the patterns. Main Export Timber Sub-Exports Ceramics, fabrics, textiles.
NameChacris Barony Open Population 2,900 Military Unit Magnus Moras Description Like the province itself, the people of Chacris only have one focus and one alone: Profits. Home to some of the most frugal and stingy in all of Greece, nearly all of the people of the province work in the mines. Composed almost entirely of caves, Chacris’ founding colony retreated into the complex underground tunnels. Nearly impossible to navigate if not native, many traders and other foreigners have been forever lost in the Chacris labyrinth. Overall, the landlocked, predominately underground province is tolerated by the other cities of Athenia due to its sole export. Main Export Stone Sub-Exports None.
NameChaopia Barony Open Population 3,100 Military Unit The Kingsmen Description A mountainous region, Chaopian's are perhaps the fittest in Athenia. A slice of paradise away from the main city, the small province is one of the coldest in winter months due to the altitude it is situated in. Many escape here for a reprieve from the heat during summer months. Families in Chaopia are farmers by heritage, and harvest wonderful produce that is sent right to the royal family for their meals. Main Export Fruit Sub-Exports Goats milk, vegetables, grain.
NameCarinth Barony Open Population 5,400 Military Unit The Legion of Bows Description Walking around Carinth is like a fairytale - with a beautiful ancient castle that somehow was saved from the harsh fingers of time over the years, Carinth's architecture are connected by various cobbled lanes that lend a romantic air to the province. It also has a lively nightlife that attracts people from all over the kingdom, with notoriously friendly locals who will make your day. Main Export Timber Sub-Exports Archery bows and arrows, carpentry.
NameDoloria Barony Open Population 6,000 Military Unit The Hounds of Hades Description A town at the foot of the mountain, Doloria is a quite and sleepy town for most of the year, and usually serves as a midpoint for people travelling to either Chaopia and Carinth. With rocky outcrops and barren lands, Doloria's only possible export is stone, leaving them with little to survive on. Main Export Stone Sub-Exports None.
NameElierea Barony Open Population 4,500 Military Unit The Blue Wraiths Description A little town tucked away in Athenia, the province has vast rolling hills filled with grass, perfect for the cattle that they farm for one purpose only - leather. Compared to Arcana, this province isn't as busy despite being a coastal town as well, however Elierea is famous for being right smack in the middle of the annual migratory route for whales during late autumn. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, whale oil, ship sails.
NameElisaea Barony Open Population 4,200 Military Unit The Fangs of the Sea Description The younger sister of Elierea, Elisaea is a smaller province connected to Elierea. Upon entering the province, you would be greeted with large kilns erected, where most of the people in the province work at everyday. A province which is warm regardless of which direction you go, one would always hear the burning of the fire and the humming of its people as they work, a general light hearted tone that seeps throughout the province. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, whale oil, ceramics.
NameEpistis Barony Open Population 2,100 Military Unit The Sentinels Description Located in one of the most dangerous waters in Athenia, the people of Epistis are tough and courageous, unafraid of the shark infested waters that they live in. A province that is surprisingly bland and tasteless as compared to the rest of the kingdom, Epistis does not have much to speak of in terms of infrastructure or architecture, neither does it have much personality for a province. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, shark meat, jewellery.
NameEubois Barony Open Population 7,100 Military Unit The Black Rooks Description Famous for producing quality sailing materials, it is of no surprise that this seaside port town of Eubois has many fine sailors in its midst. At any one time, they would have an array of ships sailing either in or out of the Eubois port, and what had started as a small fishing village, is now home to sun-kissed coves and pebbled beaches. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Ship parts, sailing equipment.
NameHaephtys Barony Open Population 3,900 Military Unit The Crimson Blades Description A landlocked province, Haephtys lacks the development of many rivalling provinces in its proximity. However, it is able to produce some of the most lavish of goods, often ending up sported by royalty and nobility, as well as their armies. The Crimson Blades may have a smaller population to select warriors from than most but they are known to be one of the most dedicated and vicious groups of all in the kingdom. Main Export Metal-work Sub-Exports Jewellery, weaponry, armour.
NameIlloclis BaronyMateos of Antonis Population 5,800 Military Unit The Spears of Cerberus Description Art, food, and wine - that's what Illoclis is about, in whichever order you prefer. Heart-stoppingly beautiful with terrains covered in wheat that is as golden as the eye can see when harvest time grows near, Illoclis is a landlocked province that somehow still has an abundant of water source throughout its province. Main Export Grain Sub-Exports Corn, wheat, wine, fruit.
NameLaconis Barony Open Population 7,200 Military Unit The Phalanx of the Earth Description Housing one of the most stunning waterfall in all of Athenia, Laconis can be considered the neighboring province to Carinth, although in truth, they are situated below. The temperature is slightly warmer compared to Carinth but still pretty chilly. The chilly winds enables the people of Laconis to plant fruits of a different kind compared to the lowlands, which are sweet and juicy. Main Export Parchment Sub-Exports Reeds, dates, fruits, goat's milk.
NameLoclis Barony Open Population 5,300 Military Unit The Sea Roamers Description A small, sleepy fishing village, Loclis's fisherman are strong and courageous. While not as dangerous as the waters in Epistic, Loclis's location next to Elisaea puts it right in the middle of the whale's migration path - and the people of Loclis are not afraid to put that to good use. For the rest of the year however, they are content with the shellfish that they have in abundance in their waters. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, whale oil, rowboats and dingies.
NameLyncestia BaronyElias of Stravos Population 4,500 Military Unit The Hydra's Men Description Up until very recently the poorest and most backwards of the Stravos baronies, Lyncestia saw its fortunes unexpectedly improve as it came under management of Lord Elias of Stravos. While not quite remarked for its fertile lands or bountiful grounds, Lyncestia does however boast a significant amount of protected coves and easily-defensible bays which constitute the ideal setting for ship-building sites. It was through this route that the Stravos heir chose to develop his barony, turning the province into a hub of the Stravos naval industry, ruled from its blood-red castle on the cliffs. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, carpentry, swords.
NameMagnestis BaronyDastros of Nikolaos Population 2,800 Military Unit The Waves of Wrath Description Classy and proud, the province is probably one of the richest, with many nobles aiming to obtain land within the province to live among the rich and mighty. The streets of Magnestis are always busy, for many merchants find it the most lucrative location to sell their goods. It isn't odd to see gold plated chariots on the streets, while the coastal walk by the edge of the province serves up the freshest seafood you'll ever find in the kingdom. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Octopus, tapestries, utensils and homeware.
NameMesnia Barony Open Population 3,700 Military Unit The Red Hands Description With the province producing wine itself, it isn't surprising that many who visit this province often end up drunk or sprawled by the side of the streets, regardless of the time of the day. Life in Mesnia is unpredictable however, with its a prevalent sense of unease as they have managed to get their hands on opium and other herbs that - rumor has it - induces enticing visions. Main Export Grain Sub-Exports Fruit, vegetables, wine.
NameMessaly Barony Open Population 5,200 Military Unit The Hearts of Messaly Description With a major export of alcoholic goods, the province is known to be home to some of the "freer spirited" in the kingdom. The people of Messaly are rumoured to all be drunkards, with loose men and even looser women. However, despite the reputation of constant celebrations, they manage to be one of the most successful provinces in the kingdom, standing among the wealthiest in all of Greece. The atmosphere is warm, and many often joke that the province should belong to Taengea. Main Export Wine Sub-Exports Fruit, barley, vines, reeds.
NamePholis Barony Open Population 4,400 Military Unit The Rangers Description A port town that was once proliferate and abundant, now a sense of danger hangs around the province ever since pirates began to favor this destination for their ships to come in. The province has high risks for violence, with the locals of the province scurrying away in fear of any unfamiliar faces, for fear of being taken away to be part of the slave trade by the pirates. There have been few instances to get rid of the pirates from the province, however none have been successful. The fruit farms while once successful, are now under the control of the pirates who undercut the farmers in the province, to take their produce for themselves. Main Export Peaches Sub-Exports Fruit, textiles, clothing.
NamePiessis Barony Open Population 7,200 Military Unit The Grim Knives Description Bumpy with all of its hills, Piessis makes an excellent herding province. In a recent census, it was found that there are more sheep in the land than people who reside in it. Most residents find work in the textile industry or aiding the militia. While many would believe the countryside-esque province to be peaceful in nature, with a lackadaisical landscape and serene pastures, Piessis is one of the most violent places in all of Athenia, and its militia is second to none. Main Export Textiles Sub-Exports Fabric, clothing, woven baskets.
NameThesnia BaronyRafail of Marikas Population 2,900 Military Unit The Murder of Crows Description The small town of Thesnia prides itself on a very 'hands on' approach when it comes to dealing with their livestock and produce. The locals are humble but proud of their work, and there is a beautiful sense of satisfaction and home every year during the birthing season of their livestock. Many have chosen this small landlocked town as a retirement home as they grow older, resulting in Thesnia having a very high ratio of older residents to young ones, making it difficult for farmers to find young help. Main Export Meat Sub-Exports Fruit, grain.
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Athenia occupies the southwestern area of the Grecian realm. The capital city and its surrounding provinces are situated on a high cliffside, on a piece of mainland Europe known as the Lands of Ire. Its coastline stretches out into the Aegean as three long fingers creating three distinctive bays: two occupying the space between each cape and the third sitting the southernmost curve of the Athenian border. The land itself is incredibly flat with an average altitude and about a hundred feet above sea-level. Athenian weather is hot and sultry - especially in the provinces - but the capitol enjoys a strong breeze off of the Aegean Sea. Every fall, Athenia suffers through a rainy season where the weather turns blustery and storm clouds break over the highest altitude points in the landscape to cause torrential rainfall. This wet weather only lasts a few weeks and is necessary to ensure the growth of the fruit trees and bushes that are Athenia's mainland produce.
In terms of trade, Athenians are generally skilled crafters, their ethos of hard-work and application leading to fine masteries of almost any product or art. Most of the kingdom's exports in such fields are made within the capital city; from pots and ceramics to fabrics and textiles. Meanwhile, in the outer lands, Athenia holds vast fields in which crops and raw resources can be grown and extricated, meaning that Athenia is almost entirely self-sufficient in wood, stone, food and livestock. Another large export for the kingdom is fish of all kinds, as their immense bays and the reefs in the surrounding areas give them access to the wider sea and the wildlife beyond.
As a people, Athenians hold with practicality, pragmatism, perfectionism and dignity. They are often thought to be a little aloof or stand-offish, or even arrogant in their careful thinking and stoicism. Athenian's believe in work and the way that toil reflects on the honour of one's House and name. In general, they are intelligent, academic, honour-bound, prideful and obsessed with social image. This, however, does not make them cold-hearted. Athenians believe in welcoming and looking after their guests. They are also honour-bound to help strangers or travellers, if they need it; to turn them away would be to bring disgrace on the family. Sometimes this can be seen as a duty, sometimes a chore, depending on the individual.
With regards to politics. The Athenians rate as some of the most clever politicians in the Grecian realm. Academics and scholars, they are cunning plotters and schemers and will normally trap their political opponents in logical argument or trade deals, long before any blood is spilt. This, however, is the general rule and there are always the more ambitious exceptions.
As they believe themselves painted in the image of the Gods, Athenians are highly considerate of their appearance. The lower classes are far cleaner and more carefully kept than in other kingdoms and the upper classes are impressive in their choice of garments and jewellery without being gauche or excessive. Elegance is key to the manner of Athenian appearance. So too can it be said for their manner of communication. Athenians speak in verbose and educated language or in clipped, articulate statements. Their type of verbal address can come across as arrogant or superior but never impatient or inattentive.
The Athenian way of life boils down to honour, dignity, loyalty to name over blood, perfectionism and personal discipline and control. Stereotypically, in other kingdoms, Athenians can be seen as arrogant, cold, aloof, old fashioned and nit-pickers; taking far too long to make changes or decisions via their need to analyse every possible element and eventuality. Despite possible negative images, Athenia is respected and rightfully feared in the Greek realm as they have the largest number of citizens (bar none) and the largest lands. They are also almost entirely self-sufficient in resources and would have the strongest military might simply through numbers. For the same reason, Athenia is also the home of some of the richest families in Greece: specifically Stravos and Xanthos. As such, Athenia holds much power internationally, within the realm of Greece.
Athenian Canons
The canons of the Athenian royal lines are listed below. Please note that all untaken characters are open to creator interpretation. So long as an application does not directly contradict the information listed on this page, a creator is welcome to build a canon to their liking and create something wholly their own. Please also note that these characters are only the ones listed as members of the royal bloodlines. We also have wanted characters in the Athenian Varónos (Noble Houses) which can be found in our Character Compendium.
To apply for a Canon Character, simply create an account with their first name as your username (e.g. "alehandros" for Alehandros of Antonis). If the username is listed as Open, another member is already creating that character. All Canon Character applications must be completed within two weeks or they will be returned to Open status and the username will become available for claiming again.
Dynasteía Antonis
The Antonis family are the House with the most respect in Athenia. Not only are they one of the longest running royal bloodlines - second only to the Marikas family - they have been focused on the military for many generations. As such, the men of the Antonis family are considered to be courageous, disciplined and embodying the strength that true men should possess. The Antonis family almost always serve in Athenian military and always at the very top ranks of Commander and General. Some have ventured into the political side and become the Master of War at one time or another, or have worked in some form of role that aids in the military - such as being the primary trader of war horses. While they, as a House, are not focused on politics or the monarchy, this impression of the character of their family members means that they are often turned to for advice in the Senate and Court regardless.
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Due to the suspicious circumstances surrounding his grandfather's death, many argue that Alehandros should have inherited the crown as soon as he became old enough to accept it. Raised mostly by nannies and caretakers after his mother remarried, however, Alehandros has little ambition to be king and, instead, dotes on the first family he's had to know and love. While an arranged marriage, his relationship with his wife is one of love and respect and his daughters come first in his thoughts, always.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Alehandros of Antonis 40 Years of Age Born in Attia Pilou Asbæk
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Betrothed to the next king of Athenia, only to find that his crown was passed down a different line of the family, Sotiria is naturally frustrated at her role in Court. However, the love she has for her husband is as good a balm as balms go for her wounded ego and she instead turns her attention on her daughters and their future prospects of marriage.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Sotiria of Antonis 40 Years of Age Born in Elierea Marie Louise Parker
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Sanasa is a confident and headstrong girl as many oldest siblings tend to be. Determined to only find the best possible suitor for her marriage - and so to avoid being outdone by her younger sisters - she uses her own spiky personality to test the patience and strength of characters of every man presented to her. While her mother finds this an embarrassing and childlike endeavour, Sanasa's father is supportive of her reasons if doubtful of her methods.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Sanasa of Antonis 22 Years of Age Born in Attia Lucy Griffiths
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Marietta is the quietest of the Antonis girls. Naturally shy and retiring, growing up just one year behind her elder, dominant sister, has turned Marietta's attention to more ladylike aspirations. A fine musician (and singer when she can be convinced to partake in public), Marietta is the elegant lady of the household.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Marietta of Antonis 21 Years of Age Born in Attia Millie Brady
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Evi's mind and curiosity is an insatiable thing. Spending most of her time with her nose buried in a book, she enjoys spending time with her sister Marietta in the university's library. Unlike Marietta and her quiet disposition, however, Evi feels the need to share and enjoys being the centre of attention, as well as the most knowledge individual in a room.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Evi of Antonis 17 Years of Age Born in Attia Alexandra Daddario
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Cursed with three elder sisters, all possessing the right to a husband before her, Hebe holds dear to the fantasy of marrying for love. Surely, three elder sisters to make diplomatic attachments is enough for her to seek a real marriage of affection? Childish, innocent and rambunctious to boot, Hebe is energetic, sweet and often lacks tact in formal situations.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Hebe of Antonis 14 Years of Age Born in Athenia Bailee Madison
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Lacides' line of the Antonis family is a military one. Like his father and grandfather before him, Lacides is a ranking General in the Athenian army. The honour, respect and awe due to a man with so many victories on the battlefield is given him every time he appears in Court or the Senate and his sons show him the same in their following of his footsteps. A hard man, with military, precision thinking and clear beliefs in right and wrong, he has only been swayed to an injust action once in his life with his sister's maid Amalia.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Lacides of Antonis 64 Years of Age Born in Aetaea Ed Harris
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The eldest son of the great general Lacides and a Commander of the Athenian army, pressure and expectation falls hard on Mateos' shoulders. The brother with perhaps the strongest belief in right and wrong, Mateos has been called a statue for his lack of passion and emotion. As hard as his father and determined to have as spotless a military career as him Mateos looks only to the glory of the Antonis family.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Mateos of Antonis 32 Years of Age Born in Illoclis Eric Johnson
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Unlike his brother Mateos, Stelios is an angry and passionate individual. Effective in battle and cunning in war, Stelios often operates as his brother's second in command or as a Commander in his own right. Never does he allow his emotions to cloud his judgement on the battlefield but his skill and provision in warcraft tend to make him easy to provoke and incite into a duel. The strong sense of justice passed down to him by his father occurs in him through a desire to punish and chastise those who are weak enough to falter. He is perhaps the least forgiving of his father's daliance with a servant girl.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Stelios of Antonis 31 Years of Age Born in Illoclis Neil Jackson
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A rose amongst thorns, Vasia is the only daughter of Lacides and his wife. Though often cited as being the spitting image of her mother's beauty, Vasia has inherited none of her mother's angelic and innocently lady-like mannerisms. Being raised by only her father since she was eight years old, Vasia is as hard-willed and wiley as her brothers and, excluding her aunt Lysta, is the only woman to whom the three of them will listen with respect. She is also, perhaps, the fairest minded of them and is the only child of her mother's to have a tolerant, and even friendly, relationship with their half-brother Leonidas.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Vasia of Antonis 29 Years of Age Born in Illoclis Jaime King
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Young, ambitious and eager to prove his metal alongside his brothers, Patros can get himself into trouble more often than glory. Determined to be as skilled a Commander as Mateos and as bold a man as Stelios, Patros over-shoots the mark and often shows his age in the choices he makes. He is also rebellious of his father's ambitions to marry him off, instead of encouraging a career in the military, given the dangerous nature of war and his desire to see his line continued.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Patros of Antonis 24 Years of Age Born in Athenia Joe Anderson
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Sister to Lacides and matriarch of his line of the Antonis family, Lysta's strong personality and confident wisdom has continued to assure her position of authority even when Lacides's wife was alive. Despite never being married, Lysta finds comfort in her niece and nephews, as well as patronising the arts and sciences at the Athenia university. She is a dedicated and courageous woman with almost as much military knowledge as the men she is surrounded by. As the only two women in their immediate family she has a particularly strong bond with her niece Vasia.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Lysta of Antonis 53 Years of Age Born in Aetaea Michelle Pfeiffer
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Far too beautiful for her station, Amalia worked as Lysta of Antonis's handmaiden since her childhood. Similar in age to her mistress, she was originally purchased as a friend and playmate to the noblewoman and then became part of Lysta's Court retinue. As she grew more beautiful, and Lacides's wife became ill and often bedridden, Amalia was sought out by Lacides. Helpless to his authority, courage and aura, Amalia fell madly in love with the marriage General. The tryst lasted only long enough to conceive a son and, with evidence of the affair on public display, Amalia was dismissed from the House of Antonis and now lives in the city as a seamstress. Still devoted to the general, Amalia has never remarried and, instead, pours her love and dedication into the relationship with her son, Leonidas.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Amalia of Athenia 49 Years of Age Born in Athenia Famke Janssen
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Born of an illegitimate tryst between his mother, a servant of Lysta of Antonis, and the great general Lacides of Antonis, Leonidas is technically a member of the noble family and holds royal blood in his veins. He has never, however, been accepted into the Antonis House, is not listed in its registry and is an open secret among the Court - into which he is forbidden to enter. He works, instead, as a member of the Athenian Guard and pursues an honest life, in order to support the mother who has been devoted to him since his birth.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Leonidas of Athenia 26 Years of Age Born in Athenia Wilson Bethel
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Dynasteía Marikas
Next to the Antonis House, the Marikas family line is one of the oldest and most respected royal bloodlines in Athenia. More ruling monarchs in the history of Athenia have been from the Marikas House than any other noble family. Because of this, the Marikas family are one of distinction, pride and elegance. Each generation has always been raised with the intent that they may one day marry back into the royal line or be the next monarch themselves. To this end, the children of the Marikas House are always highly-educated, well-accomplished and have their childhood's focused on them becoming powerful adults in the Court and Senate of Athenia. For the males of the family specifically, politics are discussed at the dining table and in the games of strategy they play as children. With a decent amount of wealth but a far greater area of lands to their name, the Marikas family are not only powerful because of their legacy but because of the sheer number of people and goods they can provide to the crown.
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The oldest member and matriarch of the Marikas family, Ivra has seen multiple kings of Athenia come and go. Her years have cultivated a high level of patience, propriety and wisdom and Ivra is looked to by many - both within and outside of her own family and House - for advice and blessings of good fortune and health. Despite being a woman and not technically the leader of her House, Ivra's word comes with a lot of weight and is often taken as law.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Ivra of Marikas 74 Years of Age Born in Athenia Angela Lansbury
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First a military man and now a politician, Panos is a highly intelligent man who holds himself and his family with a certain level of grace, given their history of royal blood but is also eager to see the Athenian crown back on a Marikas' head. To that end, he arranged the marriage of his young son to the sister of the king in order to sway influence and is eyeing up the same for his son Rafail and the young princesses of Xanthos.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Panos of Marikas 55 Years of Age Born in Athenia Ralph Fiennes
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Handsome and charismatic, Pavlos takes after his father in many ways. A Captain in the Athenian army and his father's second with regards to family politics, Pavlos has attempted unsuccessfully to provide his family name with a male heir. Given the age of his current wife, it is now unlikely that he will be able to do so... Unless something happened to Sera, of course...
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Pavlos of Marikas 41 Years of Age Born in Carinth Jonathan Rhys-Meyers
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A strong and powerful woman in her youth, Sera fell in love at a young age with, luckily, a man suitable to marry. After the sudden death of Alexis on the battlefield, however, she was left to grieve, her son taken care of by nursemaids. Then came Pavlos, a young man sixteen years her junior who wooed and courted her into a swoon. Hopelessly in love with her young husband, Sera knows little of the politics going on between him and her father-in-law but where once beat the heart of a daughter of kings there may well beat again.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Sera of Antonis 57 Years of Age Born in Athenia Sarah Parish
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Bold, defiant and not above using Court gossip to her advantage, Agathe is one of the most popular young women in the Athenian Court - every young lady wants to befriend her and every young man wants to join her for a night. Fully aware of her power and influence, Agathe has learned at her father's side that being a female is a detriment to personal success unless you utilize your gender's wiles.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Agathe of Marikas 24 Years of Age Born in Carinth AJ Cook
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Much softer and much more trusting than her older sister, Elena is a sweet girl who keeps most of her company with her mother and hangs on the words of her sister-in-law Sotiria. Far more girly than her siblings, Elena often feels shunned by her father, who wanted sons, and, out of the three of them, feels his detachment the most keenly.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Elena of Marikas 23 Years of Age Born in Athenia Teresa Palmer
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A tomboy at heart, Daniil tries to connect with her father through an attempt to be the son he has yet to receive. Privately learning to fight with a short sword and a skilled horse rider, Daniil has yet to impress a father for whom her gender will always be a problem. Such rejection has meant that Daniil has grown up short-tempered and high and mighty in character.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]@daniil 21 Years of Age Born in Carinth Kristen Stewart
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Arrogant, conceited and in love with his high-class position of brother-in-law (once removed) to the king, Rafail is the epitome of a spoiled prince. Moderately skilled in combat and academia, Rafail has enough skills and knowledge to wow the local brothel girls and the more gullible ladies of the noble Houses on a more than regular basis. The only female that he treats with a modicum of respect is his sister Sofia.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Rafail of Marikas 28 Years of Age Born in Chacris Jamie Campbell-Bowers
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Tough and independent with a mind of her own, Sofia is the only female who can control her brother Rafail and, given their closeness in age, has a strong relationship with her nieces, Elena, and Daniil (a childhood rivalry put an end to any kind of friendship with Agathe). Sofia has a weakness for military men and sugary treats.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Sofia of Marikas 25 Years of Age Born in Chacris Willa Holland
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Dynasteía Stravos
It is no secret in the Athenian Court and Senate that the Dynasteía Stravos is ambitious, cunning and possesses more wealth than any other Athenian family by a wide margin. Their commercial business rests in nearly every sector of Athenian life, beginning once in ship-building and now extending to cargo transport, grain and fruit production, housing and land ownership and - most recently - in people as they have purchased from other noble families vast areas of land in the Athenian countryside. This means that, in times of war or distress, the Stravos family are the ones who hold ownership over the largest number of potential soldiers. The power of the Stravos House is immeasurable and many in the Senate are becoming nervous that they are perhaps gaining too much leverage over the crown and the Court - especially as they have, in the most recent generation, secured royal blood into their family line.
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Sister to the king of Athenia, Circenia grew up in luxury and has always been one to appreciate the finer things in life. This was part of the attraction for her when a marriage to the Stravos family was proposed. A rich merchant family with a mansion to rival the royal residence was hard to say no to and now Circenia takes pride in her three beautiful children and the power she wields in Court through her husband's money.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Circenia of Stravos 49 Years of Age Born in Athenia Mädchen Amick
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Born to a rich family, in a military land, Keikelius has grown up with elements of both. A hard and ruthless businessman who is widely recognising for having no respect or care for those that work under him, Keikelius has inherited a desire for power alongside his money from several generations of the Stravos family line. In a moment of national financial weakness after a drawn-out war, the Stravos family were able to offer their riches to the royals in exchange for an arranged marriage with the only unmarried sister of the king. Now, Keikelius is father to three children with royal blood and he intends to utilise this mercilessly.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Keikelius of Stravos 47 Years of Age Born in Attictris Rufus Sewell
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Spoiled, stubborn and with more smarts than she knows what to do with, Chara is considered one of the great beauties of the Athenian royal line and considers herself to be in competition with all of her cousins (though she seems to be the only one who is aware of any such competition). She is rivalled in her courtly politics only be her cousin Agathe and the two of them are regularly in cahoots.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Chara of Stravos 26 Years of Age Born in Athenia Phoebe Tonkin
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Excessively handsome and of marriageable age, Elias is the single most sought-after male in the noble Houses of Athenia. Decidedly picky and more in love with himself than he probably ever could be with a woman, he has yet to make his choice but anything that gets him closer to a crown is looking good to him... Conniving, manipulative and more dangerous than his pretty exterior would suggest, Elias has his eyes firmly set on the Athenian throne.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]@elias 25 Years of Age Born in Attictris Sean O'Pry
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Young, nubile and probably more intelligent than both of her siblings combined, Danae has taken after her father's side of the family. An avid learner, ambitious and greedy for success, she is smart enough to use her innocence and charms to con those whom she wants something from. Already a rebellious little entrepreneur, gambler and economist, she is close to her father and enjoys watching him work more than any other past-time.
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Dynasteía Xanthos
The Xanthos family is a long-standing noble house of courage and integrity. In their earliest generations, the family were brigands and privateers in the Aegean Sea, shipping weaponry and metal goods from Colchis to the other kingdoms. Once rich enough, however, the family settled in Athenia and have since run a fleet of cargo ships between the Greek islands. Now, they are one of the richer families in the kingdom (second only to the house of Stravos). This money and influence - and their loyalty to the monarchy of Athenia had them granted a state of nobility. Many generations later and Omiros of Xanthos was able to buy his way into the royal line with a marriage to a Marikas princess. Since then, suspicious circumstances - most likely concocted at the hands of lord Omiros - have led to the current ruler of Athenia being Minas of Xanthos. While the route to ruling the kingdom is darkened by possible criminal acts on behalf of his father, King Minas believes in the ideals of the marikas family and the ideals of his Xanthos ancestors - that to gain anything in the world, you have to work hard, work well and not hurt your fellow man; that the best way to live one's life and do one's duty is to believe yourself and all others to be worthy of honour.
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King Minas of Xanthos has ruled Athenia in relative peace for the duration of his reign so far. Beloved by his people, trusted by his nobility and honoured by his military, King Minas has a reputation of wisdom, compassion and stoic determination. One of the three kings responsible for brokering peace between the three Greek kingdoms over ten years ago, he will eventually pass with the recognition of great strides towards peaceful existence in the Aegean. Now, he suffers in his health. Losing weight, struggling to breathe, the King keeps his people as ignorant as possible of his condition, fearing the turmoil the loss of their monarch will cause.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Minas of Xanthos 56 Years of Age Born in Arcana Olivier Martinez
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Heir to the throne of Athenia, were the law to change and allow females to inherit in the same way as men, Persephone has been raised with all the education, grace and poise that is expected of a princess. She has also had the good fortune to be incredibly beautiful. Considered a Goddess on earth, Persephone is widely regarded as the most stunning female in the Athenian noble families and regularly receives the undying love devotions from nobles, courtiers and foreign officials.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Persephone of Xanthos 22 Years of Age Born in Magnestis Odette Annable
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Emilia is far less mature than her older sister. Not a natural scholar, she has often avoided her classes and, instead, revels in the life of being a princess. She often muses on her good luck to be born of royal blood but female, so she will never have the responsibility of ruling a country but is still a highly sought woman for marriage. She day-dreams of a future where she achieves the greatest unity possible but has a troublesome little habit of falling head over heels for any polite, good-looking man to come her way.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Emilia of Xanthos 16 Years of Age Born in Athenia Maia Mitchell
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Athenia; The Capitol
The capitol of Athenia (a city of the same name) is situated on the top edge of the Athenian cliffside coast, in its first bay, south of the northernmost cape. It is a sprawling city, built in organised concentric circles, beginning at the royal palace and expanding outwards. North of the royal manor lie the provinces of Athenia, the palace braced against the city's northern wall. From there, rings of settlements of different levels of society and wealth fan out all the way to the cliffside and out to the west. The Palace, the royal residences and the homes and merchants of the excessively wealthy can be found in the Inner Circle of Athenia. Whilst the lower levels of society, the public services and any structures that require excessive space (such as the Arena) occupy the furthest ring - the Outer Circle - at the very edges of the city.
Despite the distinction of social class in the location of the citizens homes, Athenia is one of the most well built cities in Greece, offering homes of stone to nearly all its civilians, no matter their social rank. All Athenians to live within the capitol have sturdy and dependable roofs over their heads. One of the largest problems in the Outer Circle, due to this, however, is over-crowding. For with walls of rock around the city, there is little space to build still further residences without encroaching on the province lands of the nobility. As such, many homes in the Outer Circle - while sturdy and safe against the climate - are the safe haven of too many people for them to truly support. As such, the very lower classes and poverty stricken citizens of the capitol have greater concerns with illness than they do with food or shelter.
A long and winding road, carved from the rock into a wide and safe thoroughfare, leads from the Outer Circle, down the face of the cliffs and to the Athenian harbour below, where dozens of wooden docks stretch out into the Aegean to support the busy sea-faring industry of the kingdom. Here, at sea level, there is still more land and more buildings for those who work and live on the sea. These are also build strongly and well, and put other kingdoms with their wooden structures and limited living options to shame.
The Land of Ire
Athenia holds the largest area of lands and therefore the largest populace in all of Greece. The lands are generally good in climate and free of natural disaster. There are no volcanic areas in Athenia and limited mountainous regions. The land is generally split between open meadows or tended fields and the forests of the northern provinces. Athenians are great lovers of their land and of industry, meaning that they have strict policies on how the land is cared for, what it is used for and how the forests or earth that is used by the people are replenished for future business and industry. As such, Athenians are often tied up in the red tape of procedure and protocol and have one of the busiest Senates in the realm due to all of the issues and infractions this naturally causes.
Provinces that are marked as Open are currently being run by unnamed (or temporarily made-up named) barons. If a member wishes to claim a province for their own and create a noble house, that province's history is either changed or a scenario created by which the new noble family will take over from the NPC family.
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NameAetaea Barony Open Population 6,900 Military Unit The Foxlights Description Located in the exact centre of the Kingdom of Athenia is the province of Aetaea, a colony of forest dwellers who have utilised their lush surroundings to their advantage. Royal and noble caravans alike visit the province’s well known hunting grounds, and it has even been rumoured that Artemis and her hunters can often be seen on midnight hunts, silver accents glinting under the celestial bodies. Main Export Timber Sub-Exports Herbs, grain, flowers.
NameAetola Barony Open Population 7,600 Military Unit The Axemen Description Neighboring Aetaea, the province has a mixed landscape. To the north, on which it borders Aetaea, the lands are densely populated with tall trees. Unlike its neighbor, however, a majority of those residing in Aetola situate themselves in between the forests and the mountains, located on the southern portion. It is often, however, that the province is divided, and whispers talk about a possible splitting of the province due to such vast differences in ecosystems... Main Export Timber Sub-Exports Stone, clay, grain, fruit.
NameArcasis Barony Open Population 7,600 Military Unit The Ten Thousand Description A city of gold. That is what Arcasis is known as, mostly for the fields upon fields of golden grain that glint in the sun’s rays both at sunrise and sunset. The harvest is not, however, the only thing plentiful in the province. By far the most populated in all of Athenia, Arcasis is said to be a dreamer’s paradise. There are things to do at all hours of the night. Opportunity lurks around each and every corner, and it is said that no one departs Arcasis without fulfilling their destiny. Main Export Grain Sub-Exports Wheat, corn, vegetables, fruit.
NameArcana BaronyPersephone of Xanthos Population 4,800 Military Unit The White Shields Description A mix between laid back and talented, Arcana is a coastal town filled with abundant catch in its seas, and very proficient ship-makers. Shipyards dot the edges of the cobblestoned path by the sea. Located on the furthest end of the town stands a strong fortress built to house the Princess whenever she visits her barony, and a training ground for the White Shields, who guard the province. Main Export Squid and Shellfish Sub-Exports Fish, octopus, ship parts.
NameAttia BaronySanasa of Antonis Population 3,100 Military Unit The Black Dogs Description An isolated province standing on the furthest end of Athenia, Attia has traditional architecture that stands out amongst its infrastructure, and healthy mountains that produces an abundance of fruits, vegetables and flowers. The best healers in Athenia are known to originate from this province. Main Export Wine Sub-Exports Fruit, vegetables, herbs, flowers.
NameAttictris Barony Open Population 4,000 Military Unit The Phalanx Prime Description At the province’s centre, a large garden surrounds the baron’s manor. In it lies the most prized fruits in all of Greece itself, only available for consumption if one has the right connections - Or the right price paid. Said to be blessed years ago by Demeter herself, Attictris receives multiple bountiful harvest each and every year without fail since its inception. Among the most peaceful people in the land, the residents of Attictris are as sweet as the fruit and wine they produce, and are known to be light of heart and merry. Main Export Fruit Sub-Exports Vines, reeds, wine.
NameBoetris Barony Open Population 3,800 Military Unit The Rivermen Description A moderately large province in Athenia, Boetris is famous for the large Iquitos River that runs right through the province, enabling the people of Boetris to travel from one end to the other of the province purely by boat. The richness of nature within this province also meant that the ceramics and textiles produced are uniquely special, using the motives of life in their province as inspiration for the patterns. Main Export Timber Sub-Exports Ceramics, fabrics, textiles.
NameChacris Barony Open Population 2,900 Military Unit Magnus Moras Description Like the province itself, the people of Chacris only have one focus and one alone: Profits. Home to some of the most frugal and stingy in all of Greece, nearly all of the people of the province work in the mines. Composed almost entirely of caves, Chacris’ founding colony retreated into the complex underground tunnels. Nearly impossible to navigate if not native, many traders and other foreigners have been forever lost in the Chacris labyrinth. Overall, the landlocked, predominately underground province is tolerated by the other cities of Athenia due to its sole export. Main Export Stone Sub-Exports None.
NameChaopia Barony Open Population 3,100 Military Unit The Kingsmen Description A mountainous region, Chaopian's are perhaps the fittest in Athenia. A slice of paradise away from the main city, the small province is one of the coldest in winter months due to the altitude it is situated in. Many escape here for a reprieve from the heat during summer months. Families in Chaopia are farmers by heritage, and harvest wonderful produce that is sent right to the royal family for their meals. Main Export Fruit Sub-Exports Goats milk, vegetables, grain.
NameCarinth Barony Open Population 5,400 Military Unit The Legion of Bows Description Walking around Carinth is like a fairytale - with a beautiful ancient castle that somehow was saved from the harsh fingers of time over the years, Carinth's architecture are connected by various cobbled lanes that lend a romantic air to the province. It also has a lively nightlife that attracts people from all over the kingdom, with notoriously friendly locals who will make your day. Main Export Timber Sub-Exports Archery bows and arrows, carpentry.
NameDoloria Barony Open Population 6,000 Military Unit The Hounds of Hades Description A town at the foot of the mountain, Doloria is a quite and sleepy town for most of the year, and usually serves as a midpoint for people travelling to either Chaopia and Carinth. With rocky outcrops and barren lands, Doloria's only possible export is stone, leaving them with little to survive on. Main Export Stone Sub-Exports None.
NameElierea Barony Open Population 4,500 Military Unit The Blue Wraiths Description A little town tucked away in Athenia, the province has vast rolling hills filled with grass, perfect for the cattle that they farm for one purpose only - leather. Compared to Arcana, this province isn't as busy despite being a coastal town as well, however Elierea is famous for being right smack in the middle of the annual migratory route for whales during late autumn. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, whale oil, ship sails.
NameElisaea Barony Open Population 4,200 Military Unit The Fangs of the Sea Description The younger sister of Elierea, Elisaea is a smaller province connected to Elierea. Upon entering the province, you would be greeted with large kilns erected, where most of the people in the province work at everyday. A province which is warm regardless of which direction you go, one would always hear the burning of the fire and the humming of its people as they work, a general light hearted tone that seeps throughout the province. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, whale oil, ceramics.
NameEpistis Barony Open Population 2,100 Military Unit The Sentinels Description Located in one of the most dangerous waters in Athenia, the people of Epistis are tough and courageous, unafraid of the shark infested waters that they live in. A province that is surprisingly bland and tasteless as compared to the rest of the kingdom, Epistis does not have much to speak of in terms of infrastructure or architecture, neither does it have much personality for a province. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, shark meat, jewellery.
NameEubois Barony Open Population 7,100 Military Unit The Black Rooks Description Famous for producing quality sailing materials, it is of no surprise that this seaside port town of Eubois has many fine sailors in its midst. At any one time, they would have an array of ships sailing either in or out of the Eubois port, and what had started as a small fishing village, is now home to sun-kissed coves and pebbled beaches. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Ship parts, sailing equipment.
NameHaephtys Barony Open Population 3,900 Military Unit The Crimson Blades Description A landlocked province, Haephtys lacks the development of many rivalling provinces in its proximity. However, it is able to produce some of the most lavish of goods, often ending up sported by royalty and nobility, as well as their armies. The Crimson Blades may have a smaller population to select warriors from than most but they are known to be one of the most dedicated and vicious groups of all in the kingdom. Main Export Metal-work Sub-Exports Jewellery, weaponry, armour.
NameIlloclis BaronyMateos of Antonis Population 5,800 Military Unit The Spears of Cerberus Description Art, food, and wine - that's what Illoclis is about, in whichever order you prefer. Heart-stoppingly beautiful with terrains covered in wheat that is as golden as the eye can see when harvest time grows near, Illoclis is a landlocked province that somehow still has an abundant of water source throughout its province. Main Export Grain Sub-Exports Corn, wheat, wine, fruit.
NameLaconis Barony Open Population 7,200 Military Unit The Phalanx of the Earth Description Housing one of the most stunning waterfall in all of Athenia, Laconis can be considered the neighboring province to Carinth, although in truth, they are situated below. The temperature is slightly warmer compared to Carinth but still pretty chilly. The chilly winds enables the people of Laconis to plant fruits of a different kind compared to the lowlands, which are sweet and juicy. Main Export Parchment Sub-Exports Reeds, dates, fruits, goat's milk.
NameLoclis Barony Open Population 5,300 Military Unit The Sea Roamers Description A small, sleepy fishing village, Loclis's fisherman are strong and courageous. While not as dangerous as the waters in Epistic, Loclis's location next to Elisaea puts it right in the middle of the whale's migration path - and the people of Loclis are not afraid to put that to good use. For the rest of the year however, they are content with the shellfish that they have in abundance in their waters. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, whale oil, rowboats and dingies.
NameLyncestia BaronyElias of Stravos Population 4,500 Military Unit The Hydra's Men Description Up until very recently the poorest and most backwards of the Stravos baronies, Lyncestia saw its fortunes unexpectedly improve as it came under management of Lord Elias of Stravos. While not quite remarked for its fertile lands or bountiful grounds, Lyncestia does however boast a significant amount of protected coves and easily-defensible bays which constitute the ideal setting for ship-building sites. It was through this route that the Stravos heir chose to develop his barony, turning the province into a hub of the Stravos naval industry, ruled from its blood-red castle on the cliffs. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, carpentry, swords.
NameMagnestis BaronyDastros of Nikolaos Population 2,800 Military Unit The Waves of Wrath Description Classy and proud, the province is probably one of the richest, with many nobles aiming to obtain land within the province to live among the rich and mighty. The streets of Magnestis are always busy, for many merchants find it the most lucrative location to sell their goods. It isn't odd to see gold plated chariots on the streets, while the coastal walk by the edge of the province serves up the freshest seafood you'll ever find in the kingdom. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Octopus, tapestries, utensils and homeware.
NameMesnia Barony Open Population 3,700 Military Unit The Red Hands Description With the province producing wine itself, it isn't surprising that many who visit this province often end up drunk or sprawled by the side of the streets, regardless of the time of the day. Life in Mesnia is unpredictable however, with its a prevalent sense of unease as they have managed to get their hands on opium and other herbs that - rumor has it - induces enticing visions. Main Export Grain Sub-Exports Fruit, vegetables, wine.
NameMessaly Barony Open Population 5,200 Military Unit The Hearts of Messaly Description With a major export of alcoholic goods, the province is known to be home to some of the "freer spirited" in the kingdom. The people of Messaly are rumoured to all be drunkards, with loose men and even looser women. However, despite the reputation of constant celebrations, they manage to be one of the most successful provinces in the kingdom, standing among the wealthiest in all of Greece. The atmosphere is warm, and many often joke that the province should belong to Taengea. Main Export Wine Sub-Exports Fruit, barley, vines, reeds.
NamePholis Barony Open Population 4,400 Military Unit The Rangers Description A port town that was once proliferate and abundant, now a sense of danger hangs around the province ever since pirates began to favor this destination for their ships to come in. The province has high risks for violence, with the locals of the province scurrying away in fear of any unfamiliar faces, for fear of being taken away to be part of the slave trade by the pirates. There have been few instances to get rid of the pirates from the province, however none have been successful. The fruit farms while once successful, are now under the control of the pirates who undercut the farmers in the province, to take their produce for themselves. Main Export Peaches Sub-Exports Fruit, textiles, clothing.
NamePiessis Barony Open Population 7,200 Military Unit The Grim Knives Description Bumpy with all of its hills, Piessis makes an excellent herding province. In a recent census, it was found that there are more sheep in the land than people who reside in it. Most residents find work in the textile industry or aiding the militia. While many would believe the countryside-esque province to be peaceful in nature, with a lackadaisical landscape and serene pastures, Piessis is one of the most violent places in all of Athenia, and its militia is second to none. Main Export Textiles Sub-Exports Fabric, clothing, woven baskets.
NameThesnia BaronyRafail of Marikas Population 2,900 Military Unit The Murder of Crows Description The small town of Thesnia prides itself on a very 'hands on' approach when it comes to dealing with their livestock and produce. The locals are humble but proud of their work, and there is a beautiful sense of satisfaction and home every year during the birthing season of their livestock. Many have chosen this small landlocked town as a retirement home as they grow older, resulting in Thesnia having a very high ratio of older residents to young ones, making it difficult for farmers to find young help. Main Export Meat Sub-Exports Fruit, grain.
Athenia
Athenia occupies the southwestern area of the Grecian realm. The capital city and its surrounding provinces are situated on a high cliffside, on a piece of mainland Europe known as the Lands of Ire. Its coastline stretches out into the Aegean as three long fingers creating three distinctive bays: two occupying the space between each cape and the third sitting the southernmost curve of the Athenian border. The land itself is incredibly flat with an average altitude and about a hundred feet above sea-level. Athenian weather is hot and sultry - especially in the provinces - but the capitol enjoys a strong breeze off of the Aegean Sea. Every fall, Athenia suffers through a rainy season where the weather turns blustery and storm clouds break over the highest altitude points in the landscape to cause torrential rainfall. This wet weather only lasts a few weeks and is necessary to ensure the growth of the fruit trees and bushes that are Athenia's mainland produce.
In terms of trade, Athenians are generally skilled crafters, their ethos of hard-work and application leading to fine masteries of almost any product or art. Most of the kingdom's exports in such fields are made within the capital city; from pots and ceramics to fabrics and textiles. Meanwhile, in the outer lands, Athenia holds vast fields in which crops and raw resources can be grown and extricated, meaning that Athenia is almost entirely self-sufficient in wood, stone, food and livestock. Another large export for the kingdom is fish of all kinds, as their immense bays and the reefs in the surrounding areas give them access to the wider sea and the wildlife beyond.
As a people, Athenians hold with practicality, pragmatism, perfectionism and dignity. They are often thought to be a little aloof or stand-offish, or even arrogant in their careful thinking and stoicism. Athenian's believe in work and the way that toil reflects on the honour of one's House and name. In general, they are intelligent, academic, honour-bound, prideful and obsessed with social image. This, however, does not make them cold-hearted. Athenians believe in welcoming and looking after their guests. They are also honour-bound to help strangers or travellers, if they need it; to turn them away would be to bring disgrace on the family. Sometimes this can be seen as a duty, sometimes a chore, depending on the individual.
With regards to politics. The Athenians rate as some of the most clever politicians in the Grecian realm. Academics and scholars, they are cunning plotters and schemers and will normally trap their political opponents in logical argument or trade deals, long before any blood is spilt. This, however, is the general rule and there are always the more ambitious exceptions.
As they believe themselves painted in the image of the Gods, Athenians are highly considerate of their appearance. The lower classes are far cleaner and more carefully kept than in other kingdoms and the upper classes are impressive in their choice of garments and jewellery without being gauche or excessive. Elegance is key to the manner of Athenian appearance. So too can it be said for their manner of communication. Athenians speak in verbose and educated language or in clipped, articulate statements. Their type of verbal address can come across as arrogant or superior but never impatient or inattentive.
The Athenian way of life boils down to honour, dignity, loyalty to name over blood, perfectionism and personal discipline and control. Stereotypically, in other kingdoms, Athenians can be seen as arrogant, cold, aloof, old fashioned and nit-pickers; taking far too long to make changes or decisions via their need to analyse every possible element and eventuality. Despite possible negative images, Athenia is respected and rightfully feared in the Greek realm as they have the largest number of citizens (bar none) and the largest lands. They are also almost entirely self-sufficient in resources and would have the strongest military might simply through numbers. For the same reason, Athenia is also the home of some of the richest families in Greece: specifically Stravos and Xanthos. As such, Athenia holds much power internationally, within the realm of Greece.
Athenian Canons
The canons of the Athenian royal lines are listed below. Please note that all untaken characters are open to creator interpretation. So long as an application does not directly contradict the information listed on this page, a creator is welcome to build a canon to their liking and create something wholly their own. Please also note that these characters are only the ones listed as members of the royal bloodlines. We also have wanted characters in the Athenian Varónos (Noble Houses) which can be found in our Character Compendium.
To apply for a Canon Character, simply create an account with their first name as your username (e.g. "alehandros" for Alehandros of Antonis). If the username is listed as Open, another member is already creating that character. All Canon Character applications must be completed within two weeks or they will be returned to Open status and the username will become available for claiming again.
Dynasteía Antonis
The Antonis family are the House with the most respect in Athenia. Not only are they one of the longest running royal bloodlines - second only to the Marikas family - they have been focused on the military for many generations. As such, the men of the Antonis family are considered to be courageous, disciplined and embodying the strength that true men should possess. The Antonis family almost always serve in Athenian military and always at the very top ranks of Commander and General. Some have ventured into the political side and become the Master of War at one time or another, or have worked in some form of role that aids in the military - such as being the primary trader of war horses. While they, as a House, are not focused on politics or the monarchy, this impression of the character of their family members means that they are often turned to for advice in the Senate and Court regardless.
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Due to the suspicious circumstances surrounding his grandfather's death, many argue that Alehandros should have inherited the crown as soon as he became old enough to accept it. Raised mostly by nannies and caretakers after his mother remarried, however, Alehandros has little ambition to be king and, instead, dotes on the first family he's had to know and love. While an arranged marriage, his relationship with his wife is one of love and respect and his daughters come first in his thoughts, always.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Alehandros of Antonis 40 Years of Age Born in Attia Pilou Asbæk
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Betrothed to the next king of Athenia, only to find that his crown was passed down a different line of the family, Sotiria is naturally frustrated at her role in Court. However, the love she has for her husband is as good a balm as balms go for her wounded ego and she instead turns her attention on her daughters and their future prospects of marriage.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Sotiria of Antonis 40 Years of Age Born in Elierea Marie Louise Parker
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Sanasa is a confident and headstrong girl as many oldest siblings tend to be. Determined to only find the best possible suitor for her marriage - and so to avoid being outdone by her younger sisters - she uses her own spiky personality to test the patience and strength of characters of every man presented to her. While her mother finds this an embarrassing and childlike endeavour, Sanasa's father is supportive of her reasons if doubtful of her methods.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Sanasa of Antonis 22 Years of Age Born in Attia Lucy Griffiths
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Marietta is the quietest of the Antonis girls. Naturally shy and retiring, growing up just one year behind her elder, dominant sister, has turned Marietta's attention to more ladylike aspirations. A fine musician (and singer when she can be convinced to partake in public), Marietta is the elegant lady of the household.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Marietta of Antonis 21 Years of Age Born in Attia Millie Brady
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Evi's mind and curiosity is an insatiable thing. Spending most of her time with her nose buried in a book, she enjoys spending time with her sister Marietta in the university's library. Unlike Marietta and her quiet disposition, however, Evi feels the need to share and enjoys being the centre of attention, as well as the most knowledge individual in a room.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Evi of Antonis 17 Years of Age Born in Attia Alexandra Daddario
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Cursed with three elder sisters, all possessing the right to a husband before her, Hebe holds dear to the fantasy of marrying for love. Surely, three elder sisters to make diplomatic attachments is enough for her to seek a real marriage of affection? Childish, innocent and rambunctious to boot, Hebe is energetic, sweet and often lacks tact in formal situations.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Hebe of Antonis 14 Years of Age Born in Athenia Bailee Madison
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Lacides' line of the Antonis family is a military one. Like his father and grandfather before him, Lacides is a ranking General in the Athenian army. The honour, respect and awe due to a man with so many victories on the battlefield is given him every time he appears in Court or the Senate and his sons show him the same in their following of his footsteps. A hard man, with military, precision thinking and clear beliefs in right and wrong, he has only been swayed to an injust action once in his life with his sister's maid Amalia.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Lacides of Antonis 64 Years of Age Born in Aetaea Ed Harris
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The eldest son of the great general Lacides and a Commander of the Athenian army, pressure and expectation falls hard on Mateos' shoulders. The brother with perhaps the strongest belief in right and wrong, Mateos has been called a statue for his lack of passion and emotion. As hard as his father and determined to have as spotless a military career as him Mateos looks only to the glory of the Antonis family.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Mateos of Antonis 32 Years of Age Born in Illoclis Eric Johnson
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Unlike his brother Mateos, Stelios is an angry and passionate individual. Effective in battle and cunning in war, Stelios often operates as his brother's second in command or as a Commander in his own right. Never does he allow his emotions to cloud his judgement on the battlefield but his skill and provision in warcraft tend to make him easy to provoke and incite into a duel. The strong sense of justice passed down to him by his father occurs in him through a desire to punish and chastise those who are weak enough to falter. He is perhaps the least forgiving of his father's daliance with a servant girl.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Stelios of Antonis 31 Years of Age Born in Illoclis Neil Jackson
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A rose amongst thorns, Vasia is the only daughter of Lacides and his wife. Though often cited as being the spitting image of her mother's beauty, Vasia has inherited none of her mother's angelic and innocently lady-like mannerisms. Being raised by only her father since she was eight years old, Vasia is as hard-willed and wiley as her brothers and, excluding her aunt Lysta, is the only woman to whom the three of them will listen with respect. She is also, perhaps, the fairest minded of them and is the only child of her mother's to have a tolerant, and even friendly, relationship with their half-brother Leonidas.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Vasia of Antonis 29 Years of Age Born in Illoclis Jaime King
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Young, ambitious and eager to prove his metal alongside his brothers, Patros can get himself into trouble more often than glory. Determined to be as skilled a Commander as Mateos and as bold a man as Stelios, Patros over-shoots the mark and often shows his age in the choices he makes. He is also rebellious of his father's ambitions to marry him off, instead of encouraging a career in the military, given the dangerous nature of war and his desire to see his line continued.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Patros of Antonis 24 Years of Age Born in Athenia Joe Anderson
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Sister to Lacides and matriarch of his line of the Antonis family, Lysta's strong personality and confident wisdom has continued to assure her position of authority even when Lacides's wife was alive. Despite never being married, Lysta finds comfort in her niece and nephews, as well as patronising the arts and sciences at the Athenia university. She is a dedicated and courageous woman with almost as much military knowledge as the men she is surrounded by. As the only two women in their immediate family she has a particularly strong bond with her niece Vasia.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Lysta of Antonis 53 Years of Age Born in Aetaea Michelle Pfeiffer
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Far too beautiful for her station, Amalia worked as Lysta of Antonis's handmaiden since her childhood. Similar in age to her mistress, she was originally purchased as a friend and playmate to the noblewoman and then became part of Lysta's Court retinue. As she grew more beautiful, and Lacides's wife became ill and often bedridden, Amalia was sought out by Lacides. Helpless to his authority, courage and aura, Amalia fell madly in love with the marriage General. The tryst lasted only long enough to conceive a son and, with evidence of the affair on public display, Amalia was dismissed from the House of Antonis and now lives in the city as a seamstress. Still devoted to the general, Amalia has never remarried and, instead, pours her love and dedication into the relationship with her son, Leonidas.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Amalia of Athenia 49 Years of Age Born in Athenia Famke Janssen
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Born of an illegitimate tryst between his mother, a servant of Lysta of Antonis, and the great general Lacides of Antonis, Leonidas is technically a member of the noble family and holds royal blood in his veins. He has never, however, been accepted into the Antonis House, is not listed in its registry and is an open secret among the Court - into which he is forbidden to enter. He works, instead, as a member of the Athenian Guard and pursues an honest life, in order to support the mother who has been devoted to him since his birth.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Leonidas of Athenia 26 Years of Age Born in Athenia Wilson Bethel
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Dynasteía Marikas
Next to the Antonis House, the Marikas family line is one of the oldest and most respected royal bloodlines in Athenia. More ruling monarchs in the history of Athenia have been from the Marikas House than any other noble family. Because of this, the Marikas family are one of distinction, pride and elegance. Each generation has always been raised with the intent that they may one day marry back into the royal line or be the next monarch themselves. To this end, the children of the Marikas House are always highly-educated, well-accomplished and have their childhood's focused on them becoming powerful adults in the Court and Senate of Athenia. For the males of the family specifically, politics are discussed at the dining table and in the games of strategy they play as children. With a decent amount of wealth but a far greater area of lands to their name, the Marikas family are not only powerful because of their legacy but because of the sheer number of people and goods they can provide to the crown.
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The oldest member and matriarch of the Marikas family, Ivra has seen multiple kings of Athenia come and go. Her years have cultivated a high level of patience, propriety and wisdom and Ivra is looked to by many - both within and outside of her own family and House - for advice and blessings of good fortune and health. Despite being a woman and not technically the leader of her House, Ivra's word comes with a lot of weight and is often taken as law.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Ivra of Marikas 74 Years of Age Born in Athenia Angela Lansbury
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First a military man and now a politician, Panos is a highly intelligent man who holds himself and his family with a certain level of grace, given their history of royal blood but is also eager to see the Athenian crown back on a Marikas' head. To that end, he arranged the marriage of his young son to the sister of the king in order to sway influence and is eyeing up the same for his son Rafail and the young princesses of Xanthos.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Panos of Marikas 55 Years of Age Born in Athenia Ralph Fiennes
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Handsome and charismatic, Pavlos takes after his father in many ways. A Captain in the Athenian army and his father's second with regards to family politics, Pavlos has attempted unsuccessfully to provide his family name with a male heir. Given the age of his current wife, it is now unlikely that he will be able to do so... Unless something happened to Sera, of course...
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Pavlos of Marikas 41 Years of Age Born in Carinth Jonathan Rhys-Meyers
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A strong and powerful woman in her youth, Sera fell in love at a young age with, luckily, a man suitable to marry. After the sudden death of Alexis on the battlefield, however, she was left to grieve, her son taken care of by nursemaids. Then came Pavlos, a young man sixteen years her junior who wooed and courted her into a swoon. Hopelessly in love with her young husband, Sera knows little of the politics going on between him and her father-in-law but where once beat the heart of a daughter of kings there may well beat again.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Sera of Antonis 57 Years of Age Born in Athenia Sarah Parish
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Bold, defiant and not above using Court gossip to her advantage, Agathe is one of the most popular young women in the Athenian Court - every young lady wants to befriend her and every young man wants to join her for a night. Fully aware of her power and influence, Agathe has learned at her father's side that being a female is a detriment to personal success unless you utilize your gender's wiles.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Agathe of Marikas 24 Years of Age Born in Carinth AJ Cook
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Much softer and much more trusting than her older sister, Elena is a sweet girl who keeps most of her company with her mother and hangs on the words of her sister-in-law Sotiria. Far more girly than her siblings, Elena often feels shunned by her father, who wanted sons, and, out of the three of them, feels his detachment the most keenly.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Elena of Marikas 23 Years of Age Born in Athenia Teresa Palmer
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A tomboy at heart, Daniil tries to connect with her father through an attempt to be the son he has yet to receive. Privately learning to fight with a short sword and a skilled horse rider, Daniil has yet to impress a father for whom her gender will always be a problem. Such rejection has meant that Daniil has grown up short-tempered and high and mighty in character.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]@daniil 21 Years of Age Born in Carinth Kristen Stewart
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Arrogant, conceited and in love with his high-class position of brother-in-law (once removed) to the king, Rafail is the epitome of a spoiled prince. Moderately skilled in combat and academia, Rafail has enough skills and knowledge to wow the local brothel girls and the more gullible ladies of the noble Houses on a more than regular basis. The only female that he treats with a modicum of respect is his sister Sofia.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Rafail of Marikas 28 Years of Age Born in Chacris Jamie Campbell-Bowers
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Tough and independent with a mind of her own, Sofia is the only female who can control her brother Rafail and, given their closeness in age, has a strong relationship with her nieces, Elena, and Daniil (a childhood rivalry put an end to any kind of friendship with Agathe). Sofia has a weakness for military men and sugary treats.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Sofia of Marikas 25 Years of Age Born in Chacris Willa Holland
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Dynasteía Stravos
It is no secret in the Athenian Court and Senate that the Dynasteía Stravos is ambitious, cunning and possesses more wealth than any other Athenian family by a wide margin. Their commercial business rests in nearly every sector of Athenian life, beginning once in ship-building and now extending to cargo transport, grain and fruit production, housing and land ownership and - most recently - in people as they have purchased from other noble families vast areas of land in the Athenian countryside. This means that, in times of war or distress, the Stravos family are the ones who hold ownership over the largest number of potential soldiers. The power of the Stravos House is immeasurable and many in the Senate are becoming nervous that they are perhaps gaining too much leverage over the crown and the Court - especially as they have, in the most recent generation, secured royal blood into their family line.
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Sister to the king of Athenia, Circenia grew up in luxury and has always been one to appreciate the finer things in life. This was part of the attraction for her when a marriage to the Stravos family was proposed. A rich merchant family with a mansion to rival the royal residence was hard to say no to and now Circenia takes pride in her three beautiful children and the power she wields in Court through her husband's money.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Circenia of Stravos 49 Years of Age Born in Athenia Mädchen Amick
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Born to a rich family, in a military land, Keikelius has grown up with elements of both. A hard and ruthless businessman who is widely recognising for having no respect or care for those that work under him, Keikelius has inherited a desire for power alongside his money from several generations of the Stravos family line. In a moment of national financial weakness after a drawn-out war, the Stravos family were able to offer their riches to the royals in exchange for an arranged marriage with the only unmarried sister of the king. Now, Keikelius is father to three children with royal blood and he intends to utilise this mercilessly.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Keikelius of Stravos 47 Years of Age Born in Attictris Rufus Sewell
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Spoiled, stubborn and with more smarts than she knows what to do with, Chara is considered one of the great beauties of the Athenian royal line and considers herself to be in competition with all of her cousins (though she seems to be the only one who is aware of any such competition). She is rivalled in her courtly politics only be her cousin Agathe and the two of them are regularly in cahoots.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Chara of Stravos 26 Years of Age Born in Athenia Phoebe Tonkin
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Excessively handsome and of marriageable age, Elias is the single most sought-after male in the noble Houses of Athenia. Decidedly picky and more in love with himself than he probably ever could be with a woman, he has yet to make his choice but anything that gets him closer to a crown is looking good to him... Conniving, manipulative and more dangerous than his pretty exterior would suggest, Elias has his eyes firmly set on the Athenian throne.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]@elias 25 Years of Age Born in Attictris Sean O'Pry
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Young, nubile and probably more intelligent than both of her siblings combined, Danae has taken after her father's side of the family. An avid learner, ambitious and greedy for success, she is smart enough to use her innocence and charms to con those whom she wants something from. Already a rebellious little entrepreneur, gambler and economist, she is close to her father and enjoys watching him work more than any other past-time.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Danae of Stravos 16 Years of Age Born in Athenia Mackenzie Foy
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Dynasteía Xanthos
The Xanthos family is a long-standing noble house of courage and integrity. In their earliest generations, the family were brigands and privateers in the Aegean Sea, shipping weaponry and metal goods from Colchis to the other kingdoms. Once rich enough, however, the family settled in Athenia and have since run a fleet of cargo ships between the Greek islands. Now, they are one of the richer families in the kingdom (second only to the house of Stravos). This money and influence - and their loyalty to the monarchy of Athenia had them granted a state of nobility. Many generations later and Omiros of Xanthos was able to buy his way into the royal line with a marriage to a Marikas princess. Since then, suspicious circumstances - most likely concocted at the hands of lord Omiros - have led to the current ruler of Athenia being Minas of Xanthos. While the route to ruling the kingdom is darkened by possible criminal acts on behalf of his father, King Minas believes in the ideals of the marikas family and the ideals of his Xanthos ancestors - that to gain anything in the world, you have to work hard, work well and not hurt your fellow man; that the best way to live one's life and do one's duty is to believe yourself and all others to be worthy of honour.
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King Minas of Xanthos has ruled Athenia in relative peace for the duration of his reign so far. Beloved by his people, trusted by his nobility and honoured by his military, King Minas has a reputation of wisdom, compassion and stoic determination. One of the three kings responsible for brokering peace between the three Greek kingdoms over ten years ago, he will eventually pass with the recognition of great strides towards peaceful existence in the Aegean. Now, he suffers in his health. Losing weight, struggling to breathe, the King keeps his people as ignorant as possible of his condition, fearing the turmoil the loss of their monarch will cause.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Minas of Xanthos 56 Years of Age Born in Arcana Olivier Martinez
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Heir to the throne of Athenia, were the law to change and allow females to inherit in the same way as men, Persephone has been raised with all the education, grace and poise that is expected of a princess. She has also had the good fortune to be incredibly beautiful. Considered a Goddess on earth, Persephone is widely regarded as the most stunning female in the Athenian noble families and regularly receives the undying love devotions from nobles, courtiers and foreign officials.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Persephone of Xanthos 22 Years of Age Born in Magnestis Odette Annable
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Emilia is far less mature than her older sister. Not a natural scholar, she has often avoided her classes and, instead, revels in the life of being a princess. She often muses on her good luck to be born of royal blood but female, so she will never have the responsibility of ruling a country but is still a highly sought woman for marriage. She day-dreams of a future where she achieves the greatest unity possible but has a troublesome little habit of falling head over heels for any polite, good-looking man to come her way.
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[attr="class","cci_info"]Emilia of Xanthos 16 Years of Age Born in Athenia Maia Mitchell
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Athenia; The Capitol
The capitol of Athenia (a city of the same name) is situated on the top edge of the Athenian cliffside coast, in its first bay, south of the northernmost cape. It is a sprawling city, built in organised concentric circles, beginning at the royal palace and expanding outwards. North of the royal manor lie the provinces of Athenia, the palace braced against the city's northern wall. From there, rings of settlements of different levels of society and wealth fan out all the way to the cliffside and out to the west. The Palace, the royal residences and the homes and merchants of the excessively wealthy can be found in the Inner Circle of Athenia. Whilst the lower levels of society, the public services and any structures that require excessive space (such as the Arena) occupy the furthest ring - the Outer Circle - at the very edges of the city.
Despite the distinction of social class in the location of the citizens homes, Athenia is one of the most well built cities in Greece, offering homes of stone to nearly all its civilians, no matter their social rank. All Athenians to live within the capitol have sturdy and dependable roofs over their heads. One of the largest problems in the Outer Circle, due to this, however, is over-crowding. For with walls of rock around the city, there is little space to build still further residences without encroaching on the province lands of the nobility. As such, many homes in the Outer Circle - while sturdy and safe against the climate - are the safe haven of too many people for them to truly support. As such, the very lower classes and poverty stricken citizens of the capitol have greater concerns with illness than they do with food or shelter.
A long and winding road, carved from the rock into a wide and safe thoroughfare, leads from the Outer Circle, down the face of the cliffs and to the Athenian harbour below, where dozens of wooden docks stretch out into the Aegean to support the busy sea-faring industry of the kingdom. Here, at sea level, there is still more land and more buildings for those who work and live on the sea. These are also build strongly and well, and put other kingdoms with their wooden structures and limited living options to shame.
The Land of Ire
Athenia holds the largest area of lands and therefore the largest populace in all of Greece. The lands are generally good in climate and free of natural disaster. There are no volcanic areas in Athenia and limited mountainous regions. The land is generally split between open meadows or tended fields and the forests of the northern provinces. Athenians are great lovers of their land and of industry, meaning that they have strict policies on how the land is cared for, what it is used for and how the forests or earth that is used by the people are replenished for future business and industry. As such, Athenians are often tied up in the red tape of procedure and protocol and have one of the busiest Senates in the realm due to all of the issues and infractions this naturally causes.
Provinces that are marked as Open are currently being run by unnamed (or temporarily made-up named) barons. If a member wishes to claim a province for their own and create a noble house, that province's history is either changed or a scenario created by which the new noble family will take over from the NPC family.
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NameAetaea Barony Open Population 6,900 Military Unit The Foxlights Description Located in the exact centre of the Kingdom of Athenia is the province of Aetaea, a colony of forest dwellers who have utilised their lush surroundings to their advantage. Royal and noble caravans alike visit the province’s well known hunting grounds, and it has even been rumoured that Artemis and her hunters can often be seen on midnight hunts, silver accents glinting under the celestial bodies. Main Export Timber Sub-Exports Herbs, grain, flowers.
NameAetola Barony Open Population 7,600 Military Unit The Axemen Description Neighboring Aetaea, the province has a mixed landscape. To the north, on which it borders Aetaea, the lands are densely populated with tall trees. Unlike its neighbor, however, a majority of those residing in Aetola situate themselves in between the forests and the mountains, located on the southern portion. It is often, however, that the province is divided, and whispers talk about a possible splitting of the province due to such vast differences in ecosystems... Main Export Timber Sub-Exports Stone, clay, grain, fruit.
NameArcasis Barony Open Population 7,600 Military Unit The Ten Thousand Description A city of gold. That is what Arcasis is known as, mostly for the fields upon fields of golden grain that glint in the sun’s rays both at sunrise and sunset. The harvest is not, however, the only thing plentiful in the province. By far the most populated in all of Athenia, Arcasis is said to be a dreamer’s paradise. There are things to do at all hours of the night. Opportunity lurks around each and every corner, and it is said that no one departs Arcasis without fulfilling their destiny. Main Export Grain Sub-Exports Wheat, corn, vegetables, fruit.
NameArcana BaronyPersephone of Xanthos Population 4,800 Military Unit The White Shields Description A mix between laid back and talented, Arcana is a coastal town filled with abundant catch in its seas, and very proficient ship-makers. Shipyards dot the edges of the cobblestoned path by the sea. Located on the furthest end of the town stands a strong fortress built to house the Princess whenever she visits her barony, and a training ground for the White Shields, who guard the province. Main Export Squid and Shellfish Sub-Exports Fish, octopus, ship parts.
NameAttia BaronySanasa of Antonis Population 3,100 Military Unit The Black Dogs Description An isolated province standing on the furthest end of Athenia, Attia has traditional architecture that stands out amongst its infrastructure, and healthy mountains that produces an abundance of fruits, vegetables and flowers. The best healers in Athenia are known to originate from this province. Main Export Wine Sub-Exports Fruit, vegetables, herbs, flowers.
NameAttictris Barony Open Population 4,000 Military Unit The Phalanx Prime Description At the province’s centre, a large garden surrounds the baron’s manor. In it lies the most prized fruits in all of Greece itself, only available for consumption if one has the right connections - Or the right price paid. Said to be blessed years ago by Demeter herself, Attictris receives multiple bountiful harvest each and every year without fail since its inception. Among the most peaceful people in the land, the residents of Attictris are as sweet as the fruit and wine they produce, and are known to be light of heart and merry. Main Export Fruit Sub-Exports Vines, reeds, wine.
NameBoetris Barony Open Population 3,800 Military Unit The Rivermen Description A moderately large province in Athenia, Boetris is famous for the large Iquitos River that runs right through the province, enabling the people of Boetris to travel from one end to the other of the province purely by boat. The richness of nature within this province also meant that the ceramics and textiles produced are uniquely special, using the motives of life in their province as inspiration for the patterns. Main Export Timber Sub-Exports Ceramics, fabrics, textiles.
NameChacris Barony Open Population 2,900 Military Unit Magnus Moras Description Like the province itself, the people of Chacris only have one focus and one alone: Profits. Home to some of the most frugal and stingy in all of Greece, nearly all of the people of the province work in the mines. Composed almost entirely of caves, Chacris’ founding colony retreated into the complex underground tunnels. Nearly impossible to navigate if not native, many traders and other foreigners have been forever lost in the Chacris labyrinth. Overall, the landlocked, predominately underground province is tolerated by the other cities of Athenia due to its sole export. Main Export Stone Sub-Exports None.
NameChaopia Barony Open Population 3,100 Military Unit The Kingsmen Description A mountainous region, Chaopian's are perhaps the fittest in Athenia. A slice of paradise away from the main city, the small province is one of the coldest in winter months due to the altitude it is situated in. Many escape here for a reprieve from the heat during summer months. Families in Chaopia are farmers by heritage, and harvest wonderful produce that is sent right to the royal family for their meals. Main Export Fruit Sub-Exports Goats milk, vegetables, grain.
NameCarinth Barony Open Population 5,400 Military Unit The Legion of Bows Description Walking around Carinth is like a fairytale - with a beautiful ancient castle that somehow was saved from the harsh fingers of time over the years, Carinth's architecture are connected by various cobbled lanes that lend a romantic air to the province. It also has a lively nightlife that attracts people from all over the kingdom, with notoriously friendly locals who will make your day. Main Export Timber Sub-Exports Archery bows and arrows, carpentry.
NameDoloria Barony Open Population 6,000 Military Unit The Hounds of Hades Description A town at the foot of the mountain, Doloria is a quite and sleepy town for most of the year, and usually serves as a midpoint for people travelling to either Chaopia and Carinth. With rocky outcrops and barren lands, Doloria's only possible export is stone, leaving them with little to survive on. Main Export Stone Sub-Exports None.
NameElierea Barony Open Population 4,500 Military Unit The Blue Wraiths Description A little town tucked away in Athenia, the province has vast rolling hills filled with grass, perfect for the cattle that they farm for one purpose only - leather. Compared to Arcana, this province isn't as busy despite being a coastal town as well, however Elierea is famous for being right smack in the middle of the annual migratory route for whales during late autumn. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, whale oil, ship sails.
NameElisaea Barony Open Population 4,200 Military Unit The Fangs of the Sea Description The younger sister of Elierea, Elisaea is a smaller province connected to Elierea. Upon entering the province, you would be greeted with large kilns erected, where most of the people in the province work at everyday. A province which is warm regardless of which direction you go, one would always hear the burning of the fire and the humming of its people as they work, a general light hearted tone that seeps throughout the province. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, whale oil, ceramics.
NameEpistis Barony Open Population 2,100 Military Unit The Sentinels Description Located in one of the most dangerous waters in Athenia, the people of Epistis are tough and courageous, unafraid of the shark infested waters that they live in. A province that is surprisingly bland and tasteless as compared to the rest of the kingdom, Epistis does not have much to speak of in terms of infrastructure or architecture, neither does it have much personality for a province. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, shark meat, jewellery.
NameEubois Barony Open Population 7,100 Military Unit The Black Rooks Description Famous for producing quality sailing materials, it is of no surprise that this seaside port town of Eubois has many fine sailors in its midst. At any one time, they would have an array of ships sailing either in or out of the Eubois port, and what had started as a small fishing village, is now home to sun-kissed coves and pebbled beaches. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Ship parts, sailing equipment.
NameHaephtys Barony Open Population 3,900 Military Unit The Crimson Blades Description A landlocked province, Haephtys lacks the development of many rivalling provinces in its proximity. However, it is able to produce some of the most lavish of goods, often ending up sported by royalty and nobility, as well as their armies. The Crimson Blades may have a smaller population to select warriors from than most but they are known to be one of the most dedicated and vicious groups of all in the kingdom. Main Export Metal-work Sub-Exports Jewellery, weaponry, armour.
NameIlloclis BaronyMateos of Antonis Population 5,800 Military Unit The Spears of Cerberus Description Art, food, and wine - that's what Illoclis is about, in whichever order you prefer. Heart-stoppingly beautiful with terrains covered in wheat that is as golden as the eye can see when harvest time grows near, Illoclis is a landlocked province that somehow still has an abundant of water source throughout its province. Main Export Grain Sub-Exports Corn, wheat, wine, fruit.
NameLaconis Barony Open Population 7,200 Military Unit The Phalanx of the Earth Description Housing one of the most stunning waterfall in all of Athenia, Laconis can be considered the neighboring province to Carinth, although in truth, they are situated below. The temperature is slightly warmer compared to Carinth but still pretty chilly. The chilly winds enables the people of Laconis to plant fruits of a different kind compared to the lowlands, which are sweet and juicy. Main Export Parchment Sub-Exports Reeds, dates, fruits, goat's milk.
NameLoclis Barony Open Population 5,300 Military Unit The Sea Roamers Description A small, sleepy fishing village, Loclis's fisherman are strong and courageous. While not as dangerous as the waters in Epistic, Loclis's location next to Elisaea puts it right in the middle of the whale's migration path - and the people of Loclis are not afraid to put that to good use. For the rest of the year however, they are content with the shellfish that they have in abundance in their waters. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, whale oil, rowboats and dingies.
NameLyncestia BaronyElias of Stravos Population 4,500 Military Unit The Hydra's Men Description Up until very recently the poorest and most backwards of the Stravos baronies, Lyncestia saw its fortunes unexpectedly improve as it came under management of Lord Elias of Stravos. While not quite remarked for its fertile lands or bountiful grounds, Lyncestia does however boast a significant amount of protected coves and easily-defensible bays which constitute the ideal setting for ship-building sites. It was through this route that the Stravos heir chose to develop his barony, turning the province into a hub of the Stravos naval industry, ruled from its blood-red castle on the cliffs. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Shellfish, carpentry, swords.
NameMagnestis BaronyDastros of Nikolaos Population 2,800 Military Unit The Waves of Wrath Description Classy and proud, the province is probably one of the richest, with many nobles aiming to obtain land within the province to live among the rich and mighty. The streets of Magnestis are always busy, for many merchants find it the most lucrative location to sell their goods. It isn't odd to see gold plated chariots on the streets, while the coastal walk by the edge of the province serves up the freshest seafood you'll ever find in the kingdom. Main Export Fish Sub-Exports Octopus, tapestries, utensils and homeware.
NameMesnia Barony Open Population 3,700 Military Unit The Red Hands Description With the province producing wine itself, it isn't surprising that many who visit this province often end up drunk or sprawled by the side of the streets, regardless of the time of the day. Life in Mesnia is unpredictable however, with its a prevalent sense of unease as they have managed to get their hands on opium and other herbs that - rumor has it - induces enticing visions. Main Export Grain Sub-Exports Fruit, vegetables, wine.
NameMessaly Barony Open Population 5,200 Military Unit The Hearts of Messaly Description With a major export of alcoholic goods, the province is known to be home to some of the "freer spirited" in the kingdom. The people of Messaly are rumoured to all be drunkards, with loose men and even looser women. However, despite the reputation of constant celebrations, they manage to be one of the most successful provinces in the kingdom, standing among the wealthiest in all of Greece. The atmosphere is warm, and many often joke that the province should belong to Taengea. Main Export Wine Sub-Exports Fruit, barley, vines, reeds.
NamePholis Barony Open Population 4,400 Military Unit The Rangers Description A port town that was once proliferate and abundant, now a sense of danger hangs around the province ever since pirates began to favor this destination for their ships to come in. The province has high risks for violence, with the locals of the province scurrying away in fear of any unfamiliar faces, for fear of being taken away to be part of the slave trade by the pirates. There have been few instances to get rid of the pirates from the province, however none have been successful. The fruit farms while once successful, are now under the control of the pirates who undercut the farmers in the province, to take their produce for themselves. Main Export Peaches Sub-Exports Fruit, textiles, clothing.
NamePiessis Barony Open Population 7,200 Military Unit The Grim Knives Description Bumpy with all of its hills, Piessis makes an excellent herding province. In a recent census, it was found that there are more sheep in the land than people who reside in it. Most residents find work in the textile industry or aiding the militia. While many would believe the countryside-esque province to be peaceful in nature, with a lackadaisical landscape and serene pastures, Piessis is one of the most violent places in all of Athenia, and its militia is second to none. Main Export Textiles Sub-Exports Fabric, clothing, woven baskets.
NameThesnia BaronyRafail of Marikas Population 2,900 Military Unit The Murder of Crows Description The small town of Thesnia prides itself on a very 'hands on' approach when it comes to dealing with their livestock and produce. The locals are humble but proud of their work, and there is a beautiful sense of satisfaction and home every year during the birthing season of their livestock. Many have chosen this small landlocked town as a retirement home as they grow older, resulting in Thesnia having a very high ratio of older residents to young ones, making it difficult for farmers to find young help. Main Export Meat Sub-Exports Fruit, grain.