Darka

Darka, officially the Kingdom of Darka, is a realm in north-west Atamara. Darka is the third largest realm (in terms of region ownership) on the continent. Neighbouring realms include Eston in the east and Talerium in the south. Geographically, Darka is bordered by Lake Itza in the south and the Northern Sea. The Kingdom of Darka was formed from the union of North Darka and South Darka after The Darkan War. Darka is regarded as a land of soldiers of fortune and proclaims itself as a mercantile realm, offering their alliance in exchange for gold.

History

Here are few of the tomes of knowledge residing in Saler's The Royal Library kept as public record. Undoubtedly, as more chroniclers and historians emerge, so will more texts.

The Darkan War

Main Article: The Darkan War

The rebellion of North Darka (November 2002 - February 2003) against the Kingdom of Darka, eventually the realms were reunited back into a federated Darkan government which rules until this day. Author: Koradji of Omsk (contributions from, Valglin and Adam).

RedSpan Darkan War

Main Article: RedSpan-Darkan War

A historical account of the events which caused the RedSpan-Darkan War (November 2006 - today) with detailed analysis from different sources around Atamara. Also covers the major battles fought with illustrations. Author: Nirandor Jezralhm.

Rulers

Main Article: Royal Line of Kings

Darka has had many rulers since it's foundations. This is a chronicle of former rulers of Darka with a brief account for their actions.

Geography

Darka is comprised of largely flat terrain. Most of Darka is found as badlands, deeply eroded barren land. However, some of the land is fertile lowlands, level country pastures. This is with the exception of Mount Sinclair, a great protruding peak of Atamara. While the volcano is usually regarded as inactive, there have been eruptions in recent memory. Darkan lands are generally fertile for agriculture but some of the northern lands are so barren as to have little vegetation and often regarded as inhospitable.

Politics

Darka is an absolute monarchy. While the aristocracy of Darka are entitled to discuss and protest the high council's decision, the government is totalitarian. The ruler is titled as the King or Queen of Darka and they hold all power. However the ruler may delegate responsibilities to those of their trust. Military control is usually given to a High Marshal who leads the Darkan military. While the realm's financial matters are given to the Royal Treasurer who is responsible for the upkeep of Darka's lands. Finally is the Arch Priest or Arch Priestess, who is the judge of the land - the executor of the laws.

Laws

Looting is illegal unless directly ordered to do so by the High Marshal.
Dueling is legal but dueling while in the front line is illegal and dueling outside Darkan lands is illegal. However, a duel to the death is legal in all places, if your heart cannot prevent you from accepting or issuing one then neither can the law.
Fines and Penalties range from warnings to execution. Constant failure in following orders will be penalized. Initially, you will be warned. Repeat offenses may cause you to be banished. Any action against what is included in the bulletins will be punished. Disrespecting superiors and insulting fellow comrades are considered acts of high treason and will result in you being thrown into the bottom of our Holy Volcano.
New religions cannot be established within Darka and will be regarded an illegal cult.

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Military

Darka's military is divided into two sections, the Home Guard and the foreign armies. The Home Guard is run by the Law Father or Law Mother of Darka and is responsible for maintenance of regions, mentoring green nobles, monitoring trade, defense of Darkan cities, killing rogues, training troops and saving money. The foreign armies are under direct control of their respective Marshals, and are responsible for all external military actions, including acting as mercenaries. Members of the foreign armies are encouraged to join the Darkan Mercenary Company.

Mercenary

Q: So exactly how much does it cost for your services? Not that we have that kind of cash, but I'm curious anyway.
A: Mercenary Work

Darka is known for its skillful and professional army and leadership. Many realms have hired the Darkan army to bolster their ranks and, many times, the Darkans have been the weight that has tipped the scale to our clients benefit.

Culture

• Religion is strong within Darka. The principle religion of Darka is Darkanism, which revolves around three gods: Sigrid, Darka and Lodril. Together these three gods create the needed elements for the "Holy Volcano", Mnt. Sinclair.
• Darka is home to the Volcanic Hot Newsletter. This is the press of Darka. Founded in the final month of 2006, this newspaper used to premier in Atamara as one of the most active and reliable sources. It has fallen somewhat silent as of late.
• The folklore often extends itself to entertain with music. This is the The Darkan Songbook and published herein are some of the greatest melodies and lyrics written by the Darkan population.
• Darka is known for much of it's unique produce. These Darkan products include Seven Up (7-up), Momma Unicorn's Chocolate Chip Cookies and the Northern Light Lager.

Families Of Darka

These are nobles who have once been noted for their presence for their contribution to the realm of Darka.

The present

The Kingdom of Darka

(Flag) (Coat of Arms)
Continent / Island	Atamara
Capital	Azzal
Largest City	Azzal
Government System Queen High Marshal Law Mother Royal Treasurer	Monarchy Amaarent Vasata Agarwaen Lomion Lavigna Galadeon Amaarent Vasata
Region Numbers	21
Population	188,000 (6th)

Amaarent	Vasata Family
Fingo	House Asfaloth
Flowin	Blue Star Family
GhostDragon	House Of Kwong
Herumor	Corsairs of Umbar
Keung	House Leung
Kostaja Kosunen	Cosula Family
Lavigna	House Galadeon
Mr_Jones	Perkele Family
Murat	House Orim
Severn	House Da Hadez

Ones Passed On

Crescent	Strika Family
Denning	House Cheung
Easy	T-style Family
Fabtinus	De Brynjorff Family
Giovanni	Menocchio Family
Hernando	Pizarro Family
Kayne	The Himoura Family
Valglin	House Kurdaitcha
Lord Of Death	House Of Slayer
Whiteknight	House Orden
son of Patrick	House Leroy
Vicious	House of Lancaster
SJJ	Petterson Family
Wimpie	van tongerloo Family
Winters	Hylian Family