duskmire
duskmire (autumn kingdom) is a land of forests, valleys, and ancient ruins. its people value memory, tradition, and resilience. the amber assembly, a council of elders and scholars, governs slowly but effectively. decay and restoration magic are common here, used for both preservation and destruction. duskmire exports preservation charms, medicines, and crops across the world.
geography
duskmire is covered in dense, forests where leaves never fully fall. misty hills roll into marshlands and ancient ivy-covered ruins. rivers and small lakes dot the land, feeding its fertile soil and supporting crops. the air often smells of wet earth and smoke from hearth fires.
government
duskmire is governed by the amber assembly, a council of elders, scholars, and mages who decide laws and mediate disputes. decisions are made slowly and deliberately, valuing long-term stability over quick fixes. though power is spread out, families with old bloodlines and large land holdings wield quiet influence.
there is no single ruler; instead, the assembly acts as the collective voice of duskmire’s people.
society and culture
duskmire values self-reliance, memory, and tradition. storytelling and preservation of history are sacred duties, and most families keep detailed ancestral records. festivals revolve around harvests, ancestor worship, and the balance of life and death.
outsiders often find duskmire insular, as its people are cautious of strangers and slow to trust. however, once bonds are formed, they are deeply loyal and protective.
species of duskmire
goblins: small but clever beings skilled in alchemy and preservation magic.
humans: farmers, traders, and mages scattered through the forests.
dryads: tree spirits tied to ancient groves.
visiting elves or dragonkin are uncommon and often regarded with polite wariness.
economy
duskmire’s economy is built on preservation charms, hardy crops, apothecaries, and long-lasting foods. it supplies other kingdoms with medicinal concoctions and enchanted goods designed to withstand time. skilled woodworkers and stonemasons also craft durable tools and art pieces for trade.
magic
decay and restoration magic dominate duskmire. these arts are used to heal, preserve, or break down materials as needed. memory magic is also significant, tied to rituals that honor ancestors and protect cultural knowledge.
tensions
slow-moving assembly decisions frustrate younger generations.
disputes over border resources with emberreach and frostgrave.
tension between traditionalists and innovators pushing for trade expansion.
