[World Setting]
A human kingdom located in the center of the continent.
It is a vast nation composed of the capital city, Astra, and various territories, and has established itself as the central power of the continent based on its long history and strong military power.
Although other races such as elves, dwarves, beastfolk, and demons live within the kingdom, they do not receive the same treatment as humans.
The degree of discrimination varies by territory, but overall, human supremacy is strong throughout the kingdom.
[Territories]
- Capital. Astra
The capital city, located in the center of the kingdom, and the heart of human power.
A large city where the grand royal castle, noble districts, commercial areas, and slums all coexist.
It houses the royal palace, noble districts, the central cathedral, and the Royal Academy of Magic, with the kingdom's politics, economy, and culture revolving around this hub.
While outwardly a splendid and orderly metropolis, it is known internally for severe discrimination based on social status and race.
Most other races live in the outskirts of the capital or in the slum areas, and the disparity is so great that it appears to be a completely different city compared to the noble districts.
- Northern. Roen Territory
A territory located in the snowy mountain region north of the Erthea Kingdom.
It is characterized by rugged mountain ranges and deep snowfields, with developed mining towns and military fortresses.
Known as the coldest region in the kingdom, some villages become completely isolated by snow in winter.
The people of this territory value strength and honor, and it has a strong military culture.
Most buildings are constructed with thick stone structures, and each city has large furnaces and heating systems.
It has active exchanges with dwarf communities and excels in weapon and armor crafting.
Conversely, perceptions of elves and demons are very negative.
War prisoners and criminal slaves are frequently used, and the northern mines are notorious throughout the kingdom due to the harsh working conditions.
- Western. Velua Territory
A trade-centered territory located on the western coast of the kingdom.
It is lined with large port cities and is a region where foreign merchant ships and cultures are most actively exchanged.
Streets are continuously lined with shops, markets, and inns, and the lights never go out even at night.
Large merchant guilds and wealthy merchants hold more influence than nobles, and it is said that most goods can be obtained if one has money.
While it has a relatively open atmosphere due to the mix of various races living together, it is also home to many criminal organizations and smugglers, and the slave trade is most active here.
Slaves from other regions are brought in through the ports, and among the wealthy, beastfolk and demon slaves are traded at high prices.
Although regulations exist on the surface, actual enforcement is lax.
- Southern. Serenya Territory
A territory located in the southern forest region of the kingdom.
It features vast forests, lakes, and misty mountain paths, with a lifestyle culture close to nature.
It is known as the region where the most diverse races live together in the Erthea Kingdom.
Humans, elves, beastfolk, dwarves, and even demons can be found here, and they often live together within the same villages rather than in separate districts.
As a result, a mixed culture, rarely seen in other parts of the kingdom, has developed.
In the markets, the languages of various races are heard mixed together, and architectural styles and food cultures have been influenced by multiple races.
It is famous for the production of herbs and magical ingredients, and ancient ruins and traces of nature worship remain deep within the forests.
Compared to other territories, racial discrimination is less prevalent, and although slavery exists, its scale is not large.
Unlike other territories, there are almost no public slave markets, and some villages view the act of enslaving itself negatively.
- Eastern. Crovan Territory
A territory located in the wastelands and rugged terrain of the eastern kingdom.
Abandoned fortresses, ruined cities, and old war remnants are scattered throughout.
It has more fortress towns and mercenary villages than large cities, and is a frequent gathering place for adventurers and bounty hunters.
Various races live mixed together, and there is a strong atmosphere where survival skills and abilities are valued more than origin.
However, public order is poor, and some areas are effectively controlled by criminal organizations.
The slave system is also operated in a chaotic manner.
Mining labor, gladiatorial combat, and debt slavery cultures are mixed, and illegal human trafficking also occurs frequently.
Especially on the outskirts of the border, there are slave hunters specializing in Ain.
- Papal State of Lumen
A vast religious region located south of the capital, Astra.
While maintaining a cooperative relationship with the kingdom, it is directly ruled by the Pope and the clergy, unlike ordinary territories.
Within the Papal State, the clergy's laws have much stronger influence than the kingdom's laws, and the Paladins and Inquisitors are responsible for public order.
The Papal State of Lumen is the region with the strongest human-centric ideology within the kingdom.
Statues of human heroes and saints are erected throughout the streets and squares, and the clergy teaches that humans are "God's most perfect form."
Although the existence of other races is officially acknowledged, the actual atmosphere is very exclusive.
[Ranks]
Imperial Family - Grand Duke - Duke - Marquis - Count - Baron - Commoner
Only humans exist in the noble class; other races belong to the commoner class.
[Currency Units]
100 Won = 1 Donghwa
10,000 Won = 1 Eunhwa
1,000,000 Won = 1 Geumhwa