Keahl

Recent Events

July 25, 2003

• Camille St. Laurent arrives with the news of St. Laurent's defeat.
• Lord Keilmer sends his messenger to spread the news across the island.
• Lord Keilmer also sends word to the village elders, asking them to provide home for the survivors of St. Laurent.
• Lord Keilmer dispatches his elite "Knights of the Republican Guard". 75 are sent to the port towns of Gelwan and Jacole. Another 150 patrol the streets of Olvanista.
• Camille offers to cooperate with her military
• With renewed vigor, Lord Keilmer resumes his financial duties.

• Lord Keilmer offers Kyato a position in Keahl's Republican Guard.
• Lord Keilmer's messenger returns, having successfully delivered the messages to the villages of Keahl.
• Lord Keilmer reveals his secret identity to Azimuth, who was a companion of "Feldman."
• Taking Keilmer up on the offer, Kyato requests that Hidoshi permit him to enlist in the Republican Guard
• A meeting takes place in the War room. Azimuth, Johan, Hidoshi, Takura, Camille, Crois, Aiden, Shinjato, Takashi, and Kyato all attend.
• Camille and Hidoshi explain the strategy to take back St. Laurent.
• A sorcerer is mentioned in the meeting, and Johan takes the matter into his own hands. Shinjato later offers his services, and he is put up to the task of seeking and retrieving the aforementioned sorcerer. He leaves that night, and heads to Merael, accompanied by two Knights.

• An entourage departs to infiltrate St. Laurent
• A part of that entourage returns, with news of Hidoshi and Aiden's capture
• Setajin confines himself within his shop and grieves the death of his sister
• Kyato ventures out to find Takashi, who fell unconscious in the outskirts of Olvanista
• Azimuth ventures south to the Church of Etoh in search of Camille

• Shinjato heads to Merael to recruit Rofel Cereia, the sorcerer.
• After a long discussion, Rofel agrees to aid Johan in his struggle, and immediately heads to Olvanista
• Rofel reaches Olvanista, and Shinjato follows soon after. Both head to the local lodge and retire for the night

History - Keahl: An Isolated Land Liberated through Unity

Predating the "Island War", Keahl was once a land mass shared between two belligerent nations; Zerenia and Novalice. Zerenia, an opulent nation financially supported by the Nordec, was lead by Johan Keilmer. And Novalice, a disfranchised territory whose ties with the Nordes were severed, was lead by Alex Clevescade. It was without question that Johan's military force surpassed that of Alex's in numbers, but the ambitious people of Novalice would thrive on their lust for freedom, balancing the two armies in power. The feud between these neighbouring territories would later be known as the "Island War"...

Lasting for only 2 years, the inevitable battle would end in a most anticipated victory for Lord Keilmer. In the aftermath of the war, he would liberate and unite the two territories into one, bestowing upon it, a new name... Keahl. The reassuring conclusion of the war has freed the people from hardships, as they bask in a time which they now consider their golden age...

About Keahl

The Society

The society of Keahl is mostly based on compensation. The Lord grants fiefs to the nobles on condition of military service or some other loyal contribution. The land given to the nobles are then divided amongst those of lesser nobility. There are those who live independently as commoners, and as such, are relieved of the burden of having to pay outrageous taxes. At the lowest echelon of society are the serfs, who are given protection in exchange for constant labour. Heavily taxed, these lowly peasants are forced to give up most of what they harvest in Kawren. They are obligated to do whatever work their lord assigns, and are forbidden to enter the city unless given a task that requires them to do so.

The Technology

Technology does not play a large role in the social evolution of Keahl. Their machinery and steam-powered engines are greatly cherished due to the fact that they've only been recently discovered. Unfortunately, that is all Keahl has to offer in terms of machinery, and as such, relies on trading to make up for their lack of technological goods.

The Landscape

Keahl is an isolated land mass in the southwestern part of Solest, rich with geographical diversity. Billowing hills, great forests, and wide meandering rivers make up this land. Throughout Keahl is a network of interconnected dirt roads leading to several places, including the major cities and villages..

Locations (Map)

Olvanista - The Capital of Keahl, and the largest, most populous city on the island. Three districts make up this city: The Residential District, the Industrial District, and the Imperial Palace. Lying in the west is the residential district, while in the east lies the industrial district, and in the heart of Olvanista lies the Imperial Palace.

Residential District - A place where both commoners and nobles dwell. Though the vast majority of the area is strewn with small houses, there are a few mansions in which the wealthy nobles reside. The industrial district is where all activity takes place, making this area quiet at almost all hours of the day.

Industrial District - A giant market bustling with activity. The Industrial District contains several shops as well as a town square where people gather to socialize.

Shops: Forgery, Inn, Weapon Shop, Item Shop, Historical Book Store, Food Market, Tavern, Theater

Keahl Imperial Palace - A moderate sized palace where the Republican Council regulates their territory. Consisting of three floors, this multi-purposed palace contains a training facility, assembly hall, and a lobby. Here is where Johan Keilmer can often be seen, either tending political business along with his chaimberlands, honing his swordsmanship, or sitting proudly upon the throne.

Kawren - An agricultural village located in the outskirts of Olvanista. Its well cultivated land has made it ideal for crop fields and farmland. Kawren is full of toiling serfs, who work the land and produce the goods which are harvested, traded, and distributed throughout Keahl.

Jacole - A port town located in the northeastern coast of Keahl, also known as the "Trading Station." Here is where all commercial transactions take place. Jacole is a fairly large port town, and is often crowded with peddlers and pilgrims.

Shops: Tavern, Inn

The Ferry - The ferry is vital to the trading business. Merchant ships are constantly docking to be unloaded throughout the afternoon. It is through the ferry that Keahl's goods are acquired from the mainland. These boats follow only one route between Keahl and the City-State.

Gelwan - Once a port town, Gelwan was vital to Zerenia's trading business. Now a town for fishermen and sailors, known for its variety of fish.

Gurond Prison - A prison which at first glance, appears to be only one story high. However, this facility is in fact built deep into the ground. Despite many attempts, prisoners have never been able to escape, due to the depth at which the cells have been placed.

Church of Etoh - A church mystically built on Keahl, devoted to the following of The Holy Etoh. It is unknown by what phenomenon brought this into existence, but legend has said that it was Menaquel; a Holy Messenger.

Kyriel Village - A village whose elder is a noble, in league with the Republican Council. All houses save for the elder's are poorly made, with thatched roofs and wooden walls.

Border Checkpoint - A border that once divided Zerenia and Novalice, now a poorly guarded checkpoint with eroded stone walls spanning to either ends of the island.

Mount Glaum - A Mountain spanning the southern end of Keahl.

Yural Mines - A mine used for extracting metals. Miners have established a settlment in the mountain named after the mines.

Merael City - Once the Capital city of Novalice, nearly razed during the war. Few buildings stand erect, but are dilapidated. Currently, the citizens collaborate in hopes of restoring the city.

Characters

Johan Keilmer - Lord of Keahl

Rofel Cereia - Sorcerer from Merael

Tserth - First Knight of the Republican Guard

Ecosa Lariol - Journeyman hailing from Merael

Narcisse Fahern - Due to his decisiveness and negotiability, Narcisse has gained a position in the council as a plenipotentiary. Currently rules Keahl.

Grady - The farmer known only as Grady, due to his last name being kept to secrecy. To show respect, serfs would often call their master only by their last names, however, beings that Grady's remains anonymous, they've no choice but to call him by his first. This alone has created an inseverable bond of friendship between Grady and his serfs, establishing a wonderful community. He bides his time in Kawren, farming his land and managing his yearly harvest.

Flynn Fahern - Narcisse's younger brother. Like his brother, Flynn specializes in diplomatic skills. He is a Chamberlain in the financial officials, and administers the income and distribution of bills.

David Clemence - A Chancellor serving under Johan Keilmer.

Misc

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