The Realm of Jecrass is a kingdom of northeastern Chandrar, currently ruled by the dynasty of the Leysars.
Jecrass’ banner consist of a horse on fields of gold.[1]
Overview[edit | edit source]
Jecrass lies more than 2 weeks of travel north of Reim, Germina and Hellios. It is also east of Belchan, south of Medain and southeast of the Claiven Earth.
The geography of Jecrass is mostly flat lands. Several rivers flow through the land which are the source of Jecrass' wealth and power within the dry and hot Chandrar, and making it one of the continent's greenest nations.[2]
Economy[edit | edit source]
It is a nation more fruitful and richer in water than Reim. The vast plains of Jecrass are known for their livestock - sheep, cows, goats, and many other animals of pasture[3] - but most importantly, their fine horses.[4] Their horses are known as superior breeds, from warhorses to racers to sturdy plow animals.[3] Jecrass' breeding program includes magical horses as well, among others Pegasi, Kelpies, Galadrins, Nightmares, Bicorns and Zorses.[5]
Jecrass also grows food, in the king's private garden even oranges.[3] Jecrass exports some of its water to Khelt.[5]
History[edit | edit source]
Unter the rule of the beloved [King] Meriden Leysars, Jecrass submitted peacefully to Reim during Flos Reimarch's conquest of Chandrar. For that reason, he was part of Flos' phenomenal rise to rule over nearly all of Chandrar, but when Flos went to 'slumber', Flos' empire crumbled away. Jecrass had to pay some reparations to other nations that suffered under Flos' pillages, and the realm declined in power. [King] Meriden and his wife died a few years later, leaving [Prince] Raelt Leysars in power who was at that moment not well prepared for ruling his lands. Raelt managed dutifully to hold his nation together and keep its status as a major power of northeastern Chandrar, despite the tendency of his nobility to undermine his power.[5]
The cautious ruler of Jecrass has taken no open action against or in favor of Flos yet, after his 'awakening' and the subsequent declaration of non-aggression. In a parlay with Flos, he made it clear that he preferred neither collaboration nor hostility with Reim, and was not swayed even by generous offers that Flos gave him. His heir, however, is openly admiring Flos.
Government[edit | edit source]
Jecrass is a monarchy with [King] Raelt as the head of state. His royal court consists of the River Wardens, which are the nobility of Jecrass (like [Lords] and [Ladies]) and hold considerable power in their own right. The River Wardens are the most powerful landowners next to the rivers and waterways, and thus control farmlands and pastures. Many river wardens take advantage of their possessions and subject their subjects to heavy taxation.[3]
Jecrass employs good relations to Belchan with current [Prime Minister] Lyfelt, and communication between their nations are done via enchanted busts of each other. In fact, the relationship to Belchan is so well that Belchan sometimes serves as Jecrass' proxy for fast diplomatic responses.[3] Lyfelt, who has a [Politician] class, often gave helpful economic and diplomatic advice to Raelt (unlike the Council of the River Wardens does), but may have pursued his own interests while doing so.
Military[edit | edit source]
When matters are urgent, Jecrass' nobility can mobilize a host of over 170'000 armed people in less than a day upon their [King's] behest, half of them mounted. Most of these [Riders] and [Soldiers] are not high-leveled however: it may be assumed that most of these soldiers are not part of a standing army, but include [Guards], [Warriors] and part-time [Militia].
King Raelt has made [General] Lael the commander of his forces and recently tasked her with increasing the standing army by another 5000 soldiers.[5]
The nation's specialist units are the [Trick Riders], who are able to stop on a dime, turn, thread the needle in battle, and use ropes, nets, and other tools to immobilize foes. Their cavalry also uses their magical horse breeds, such as Bicorns and Pegasi. They are able to match and defeat Medain's best armored lancers. Under Queen Jecaina, Jecrass has raised a unit of Bows of Sands, created from Jecrass' veteran mounted archers and slingers. They harass the enemy and then retreat, hurling powdery balls and arrows of sand at pursuers.[6]
The Lawriders are a new small group in Jecrass loyal to Queen Jecaina, though they are not primarily a military unit, as they administer law, deliver food, and implement reforms. They have the ability to enforce specific rules in battle.[2]
People[edit | edit source]
- Meriden - [King] (Raelt' father - Deceased)
- Raelt Leysars - [King of Challenges]
- Jecaina Leysars -
[Duelist Princess]= [Queen of Covenant] - River Wardens (Known):
- Emile (♂), (father of Canrel - Deceased)
- Winta (♀) (Deceased)
- Dulfe (♂) (Deceased)
- Cerani (♀)
- Telimt (♂), (father of Liass (below) - Deceased)
- Canrel (♂)
- Mulre (♂)
- Svinta (♀)
- Elaire
- Geril - [Head Servant] (Raelt's personal retainer - Deceased)
- Aca - [Housemistress]
- Lael - [General]
- Meroon - [Strategist of Mobility]
- Jecaina friends:
- Liass
- Mellia
Locations[edit | edit source]
- Inamress - Capital City[2]
Trivia[edit | edit source]
- "May the rivers run forever" or "May the rivers never run dry" are common farewell wishes of Jecrass, also widely known with other nations who deal with Jecrassians.[5]
- Sariant lamb kebab is a Jecrassian special dish.[7]