Orynthia
Arrkoth Empire
The Arrkoth Empire controls much of western and central Orynthia from its capital, Ellyria. The party has seen its Imperial Church, mechanized industry, military administration, discrimination, and growing resistance directly.
The Duchy of Redguard
The Duchy of Redguard is a fortified frontier territory within the Arrkoth sphere. The party learned its political tensions, royal traditions, forest conflict, and occult crisis while working with the Duke.
Valdengard Territories
The Valdengard Territories are forested lands inhabited by elves, kenkus, tabaxi, and other peoples living close to nature. The party learned that Arrkoth influence and expansion are resisted by local communities protecting their autonomy and sacred places.
Vesper
The House of Kharak
The House of Kharak is a Vesperian magocracy ruled by Elders who treat knowledge and secrecy as political power. The party encountered its blood magic, military research, intelligence operations, slavery, and academic facilities during the Al’Zafira investigation.