Islands of Valor/Islands and States



The following page contains information on the islands and states of the Islands of Valor.

Islands
The Islands of Valor, also known as the Aurora Archipelago, are a series of islands in the Glistening Ocean. They consist of 6 islands. The main island is Ravena, the largest, located in the middle of the island chain. In the north, there are many lakes and large plains filled with grass and wild horses. To the west, dense forests fill the landscape. To the east, mysterious marshes house mysterious creatures. To the south, rolling hills provide ample opportunity for harvest. In the middle of the large island, a chain of mountains can be observed.

To the northwest lies Agstil, which is known for its bountifull harvests and lucious landscapes. It is connected to Ravena by a “man-made” bridge, miles in length, but sturdy as an island.

To the northeast lies Islondix, a harsh island with cliffs rising to the clouds and flocks of wild animals.

To the south, the smaller and peaceful islands of Kiani and Neath lie dormant. Closely linked to the “main” island, these islands are technologically advanced and serve as the main research places in the area.

Besides that, many smaller islands exist in the region. Standouts include: Widow’s Peak (off the south coast of Agstil), The Runa-Chain (near Runa) and the smaller islands near Treboro.

States
There are 7 states in the Aurora Achipelago, 5 of which are located on the main islands. The first is Ravena-Runa, named famously after the two major cities in its land. It is governed by a king, seated at the foot of Mount Ravena. The king is responsible the economy, military and major city daylife. He is assisted by close friends and family members.

Wolandia to the west is truly only governed in name by an emperor. It can be seen as more of a puppet state to Ravena-Runa. The emperor is seated in Wolandi, at the west coast.

The region of Kufurun is run by a pair of monarchs, each just as powerful as the other (on paper at least), one from both major cities (Ocolo and Treboro). Their seat is currently in Treboro but changes with the passing of every one of their monarchs.

Agstil’ik, containing the island of Agstil and the northern part of the main island of Ravena, does not have a single person representing them. Instead, many wealthy and powerful families work together in tight and not-so-tight alliences, each taking responsibility for a small part of their region.

The island of Islondix’ republic has the same name. The ruler is chosen by the people. Any man or woman who owns land is eglible to vote. In practise however, only the major families have a significant say.

Then the two states on the main continent remain.

To the southwest lies Hafenis, a trade nation built on the rule of a council, represented by two elders (one man, one woman) from every major city in the state, creating a majority-rule government.

Finally, Vosta’an was until recently ruled by a king, who has been overthrown by a new soverign ruler. Its government at this point is uncertain.