Grand County of Atrein
The sun never sets on the twins of Atrein
Welcome:
Greetings and salutations! I, marquis Jacques Crusoé wish to officially welcome you and thank you personally for taking the time out of your life to read about this wonderful and prosperous county. Located within the kingdom of Alésia under Duke Vigorish of Port Royal. Here you'll find out about Atrein, along with associated houses and companies that reside within her boarders.
If you're interested in establishing yourself, company, or even city within the county after reading this please join us located at this discord link to talk further with me. Once more thank you, and enjoy the reading!
History of Atrein
The county of Atrein has a long standing history of treachery, piracy, and civil war that dates prior to the free kingdom of Alesia. Before Jacques Crusoé took ownership of Atrein and made it known as one of the jewels of Elyria it was a land full of chaos. Roderick Thatcher was a cruel tyrant who cared only for himself and would sell his own mother if it meant a profit. A cutthroat pirate and ruthless businessman with the Thatcher Shipping Trading Company Atrein was starved of wealth and food through exuberant taxation.
This had made the gentry of Atrein restless and have to rely on their own hands to defend themselves and make change. Thanks to the vast stretch of lands providing ample lumber reserves and a large river trade way the people honed their martial skills in archery and spearmenship. Natural mariners, they were now almost ready for a coup. What the people lacked was funding at which a foreign count from the west had recently arrived seeing an opportunity for control of land within the free kingdom. The count's name was Jacques Crusoé, a charismatic man who had similarities to Thatcher in his ruthlessness for business but who's heart was pure and had a strong belief in freedom and a better life for all.
The civil war took place whilst the free kingdom fought over elections. Jacques was a man of opportunity and within Atrein he saw plenty. Enlisting the aide of his most loyal generals and neighbors he was able to enter an alliance but it wasn't enough. It wasn't until Jacques extended his ties dirtying his hands by hiring local privateers and enlisting the aide of the self proclaimed pirate king Vigorish that he would gain the upper hand of Roderick Thatcher.
With the elections over and the chaos beginning to subside there was much distrust and hatred towards the free kingdom and towards the newly appointed count, Jaqcues. The people of Atrein had a new found strength and Jacques was a stranger in these lands. The king who'd won the election was a descendant to the mad king and many felt the newly found free kingdom would fall into a spiral of darkness within it's infancy. The king called all of the nobles to meet him within the the royal duchy of Xeilias.
Jacques arrived to see that one of the appointed dukes was none other then the pirate king Vigorish. His worries were settled when the king announced his betrothed to the court, lady Viaurrielle Winterlynn who's words drew in the listeners as a voice of reason whilst the king was the voice of force. Jacques took this information back to the people and eased their concern swearing to them that the sun will never set on the twins of Atrein. A saying that has since become the county motto. A show of remembrance that the people of Atrein will always remain a free people and fight against tyranny in all it's forms. The people of Atrein are tremendously loyal and always depend on their own skill and resources before going to outside help.
Port city of Mira, the capital city of Atrein
This port town utilizes tall cliff side wonders known as "Twins of Atrein" that provided the greatest natural defenses along with stone walls that were crafted from the neighboring count's finest architects to solidify the project. Ramparts were placed along the wall overlooking the bay. Below into the greater city are where many stalls and bazaars are seen encouraging trade and meetings for any traveler.
A truly remarkable city to any would be seafarer, adventurer, merchant, or privateer seeking a safe place to rest for a time before taken back to the unforgiving sea of Oceanus. Mira has remained a strong independent city devoted to keeping true to the free kingdom persona within their laws. They believe in fair trade and openness to all her people as long as it benefits the county and kingdom.
"Nestled in the foothills of Atrien county lays the humble town of Frank, truly a haven for people from all walks of life. be you a homesteader seeking a place to raise your kin, an adventurer looking for a town to call home, or a deviant seeking to sleuth around in darkened corners. Frank is truly a sanctuary for all walks of life. Kept safe by Mayor Hans Frank and his deviant security force you can be assured that any bandits, thieves, or ruffians who do not ascribe to his contract of peaceful coexistence will be met with swift justice, followed by a short drop and a sudden stop. Whether you choose to make a visit, or a home here, a warm hearth will surely be awaiting your arrival." -Mayor Hans Frank, son of Otto von Frank.
Plearaca
Motto - Loyalty, comradery, and respect for nature
Point of contact - @Morwenna#3893 in discord
Description - Barony and multi-town community. We are a co-op of the Barony of Plearaca and the town of Cinder Lake(if we get a lake if not Mountain/River etc). Our focus is on building a strong defense before offense. With a major emphasis on herbalism and learning to become field medics, animal husbandry, archery, rangers, sword makers, armorers, etc. Once we've built a solid foundation, we have every intention of broadening our community and rewarding those who are loyal to our tribe. Our #1 rule - loyalty above politics. Those who are true to our tribe will be rewarded in spoils. If you're caught killing/conspiring against one of our own...you will be exiled. Not our own? Well...it is a game after all and we do have to have SOMETHING to do right? Non community members are ripe for the taking...
Cinder Lake
TBA
TBA settlement
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Companies within Atrein:
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Notable families or houses within Atrein
-House Crusoé
- Mira
-House Frank
- Frank
Why join Atrein:
Now that you've read through a brief history and about our townships within the county you must ask yourself, why join us? What makes us so different? As you know we are a part of Alésia, one of the great kingdoms in NA-E Elyria.
This strong foundation, active and welcoming populous will draw you in and Atrein will do just the same. We hope to establish lasting trade connections and allegiances between other counties and kingdoms to prosper for our county and help all within it. Regardless of what city, family, or company you choose to join by becoming a citizen of Atrein you'll be protected and provided by her people and by the free people.
We encourage people who are seeking adventure, trade, business, crafting, or work for the masses. Each town has their own feel and flair but Atrein does prefer role players as it helps develop our minds, our social and creative writing skills. It'll also bring us closer as a county and between each other to get to know, feel, and learn of other characters. Also, this is Chronicles of Elyria, a MMORPG So although intimidating to many even light role playing is still role playing. We don't shun or criticize anyone in Atrein. When you are with us, you're family!