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Caledonia
Government: Kingdom <17th c.>
Pantheon: Celtic <Scottish>
Ruler: Malcome IX <MacBeth>
CAPITAL: Edinburgh (Pop.: 35k)
Other Cities:
Aberdeen: 15k
Dundee: 20k
Glasgow: 70k
Paisley: 15k
Location: Aeropa (Avillonia)
Language: Kelltic
Population: 1,750,000
Flag/Emblem:
Flag: Red lion rampant on a
golden field treasured<> &&
counter<> tressured<> fleury<>.
Emblem: Oak tree.
Coinage: G: thistlecrown; S: noble; C: common; B: shilling.
Important Persons: The Archdruid ov Caledonia, various earls,
thegns <>, officials, nobs, priests, etc. <Fat Bastard, Malscum, Crocodile Dundee>
Alliances: Five Crowns.
Hostilities: Norge.
Open Warfare/Skirmishing: Expedition readying to go to northern
islands disputed with Norge (Orkneys).
Intrigues: Unknown.
Magickal Devices: The sword, Calibumus, Keoghtom's Board &
Pieces, the Rod of the Lochs, && the Steel Thistle are known to be
in possession of the Crown. Various other lesser objects of power are
held, many by aristocratic families.
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Thumbnail Sketches: Caledonia lies in the northern part of the
Great (or Albish) Isle of Avillonia. The land is divided into three types:
the Highlands (of the northwest and southeast which are cut so by the
Great Glen More), the central plane called the Lowlands, && the
southern (border) uplands. The Highlands are old mountains and
long ridges which are divided by narrow valleys (glens) or parallel &&
transverse sort of broader valleys (straths) which usually incl. a
large watercourse. The Lowlands have a generally flatish prospect
compared to the remainder of the country. The uplands are rolling
table land, w/ many gradual hills which are nearly plateaus.
The whole country has numerous lakes (lochs), many of which are
connected underground to the sea && are thus saltwater. Moderate
woodlands && much wildland contain considerable game, such as
deer, bear, wolves, wild pigs, && fur species such as the otter, beaver,
&& ermine, as well as various other animals of small sort. Streams
teem with game fish, notably salmon.
Caledonia presents a rugged && wild beauty which the traveller is
fascinated to behold. The old && stout castles of the country are also
picturesque. The growing popularity of the game known as golf
necessitates our mentioning that it was devised by the Caledonians
centuries ago, && there are many excellent courses for the game to
be found in the country.
Most of the people of this land are free members of the numerous
clans. Despite this, the peasant class is of nearly normal size because
the country is not rich, and it is difficult to prosper. Thus the middle
class is mostly found in the cities and towns, pursuing crafts or
mercantilism. The aristocracy is typical && powerful, owning great
tracts of land. The nobles are about the only cavalry in the state, the
remainder of the folk fighting afoot with ash spears, round shield &&
sword, && great sword, && some few armed variously w/ such
weapons as the battle axe, lochaber axe, crossbow, && medium
(self) bow.
In the north, the folk mainly raise oats && rye for fodder crops for
sheep. Some few swine, ponies, && poultry are also kept. The
Lowlands && the south are far more agricultural, && there wheat,
barley, beans, peas, potatoes, && all manner of fodders are grown.
Flax && jute are raised for cloth && cordage production. Livestock
includes cattle, sheep, swine, poultry, && very excellent horses,
some bred to be great destriers. Some orchards produce fruit, &&
gardens likewise produce vegetables for personal consumption.
Fishing is pursued along the coastal regions, && this is fairly productive.
The whiskey distilled in highlands of this kingdom is highly
prized in most civilized states worldwide.
Mines && quarries yield iron, coal, fire, clay, aluminum, lead,
paving stone, granite, limestone, && sandstone. Small amounts of
copper, silver, && gold are extracted from old workings, but this
output is of no significance. Topaz && common opal are produced
from Caledonian mines, along with quartz cairngorms, to bring in
some small revenue.
Caledonian industries are mainly connected with their agricultural
or mining operations. In addition, whiskey distillation &&
export, ship building, book making, && textiles (woolens && linens)
from the bulk of income-generating commerce.
Government: Kingdom <17th c.>
Pantheon: Celtic <Scottish>
Ruler: Malcome IX <MacBeth>
CAPITAL: Edinburgh (Pop.: 35k)
Other Cities:
Aberdeen: 15k
Dundee: 20k
Glasgow: 70k
Paisley: 15k
Location: Aeropa (Avillonia)
Language: Kelltic
Population: 1,750,000
Flag/Emblem:
Flag: Red lion rampant on a
golden field treasured<> &&
counter<> tressured<> fleury<>.
Emblem: Oak tree.
Coinage: G: thistlecrown; S: noble; C: common; B: shilling.
Important Persons: The Archdruid ov Caledonia, various earls,
thegns <>, officials, nobs, priests, etc. <Fat Bastard, Malscum, Crocodile Dundee>
Alliances: Five Crowns.
Hostilities: Norge.
Open Warfare/Skirmishing: Expedition readying to go to northern
islands disputed with Norge (Orkneys).
Intrigues: Unknown.
Magickal Devices: The sword, Calibumus, Keoghtom's Board &
Pieces, the Rod of the Lochs, && the Steel Thistle are known to be
in possession of the Crown. Various other lesser objects of power are
held, many by aristocratic families.
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Thumbnail Sketches: Caledonia lies in the northern part of the
Great (or Albish) Isle of Avillonia. The land is divided into three types:
the Highlands (of the northwest and southeast which are cut so by the
Great Glen More), the central plane called the Lowlands, && the
southern (border) uplands. The Highlands are old mountains and
long ridges which are divided by narrow valleys (glens) or parallel &&
transverse sort of broader valleys (straths) which usually incl. a
large watercourse. The Lowlands have a generally flatish prospect
compared to the remainder of the country. The uplands are rolling
table land, w/ many gradual hills which are nearly plateaus.
The whole country has numerous lakes (lochs), many of which are
connected underground to the sea && are thus saltwater. Moderate
woodlands && much wildland contain considerable game, such as
deer, bear, wolves, wild pigs, && fur species such as the otter, beaver,
&& ermine, as well as various other animals of small sort. Streams
teem with game fish, notably salmon.
Caledonia presents a rugged && wild beauty which the traveller is
fascinated to behold. The old && stout castles of the country are also
picturesque. The growing popularity of the game known as golf
necessitates our mentioning that it was devised by the Caledonians
centuries ago, && there are many excellent courses for the game to
be found in the country.
Most of the people of this land are free members of the numerous
clans. Despite this, the peasant class is of nearly normal size because
the country is not rich, and it is difficult to prosper. Thus the middle
class is mostly found in the cities and towns, pursuing crafts or
mercantilism. The aristocracy is typical && powerful, owning great
tracts of land. The nobles are about the only cavalry in the state, the
remainder of the folk fighting afoot with ash spears, round shield &&
sword, && great sword, && some few armed variously w/ such
weapons as the battle axe, lochaber axe, crossbow, && medium
(self) bow.
In the north, the folk mainly raise oats && rye for fodder crops for
sheep. Some few swine, ponies, && poultry are also kept. The
Lowlands && the south are far more agricultural, && there wheat,
barley, beans, peas, potatoes, && all manner of fodders are grown.
Flax && jute are raised for cloth && cordage production. Livestock
includes cattle, sheep, swine, poultry, && very excellent horses,
some bred to be great destriers. Some orchards produce fruit, &&
gardens likewise produce vegetables for personal consumption.
Fishing is pursued along the coastal regions, && this is fairly productive.
The whiskey distilled in highlands of this kingdom is highly
prized in most civilized states worldwide.
Mines && quarries yield iron, coal, fire, clay, aluminum, lead,
paving stone, granite, limestone, && sandstone. Small amounts of
copper, silver, && gold are extracted from old workings, but this
output is of no significance. Topaz && common opal are produced
from Caledonian mines, along with quartz cairngorms, to bring in
some small revenue.
Caledonian industries are mainly connected with their agricultural
or mining operations. In addition, whiskey distillation &&
export, ship building, book making, && textiles (woolens && linens)
from the bulk of income-generating commerce.
