Luloba, the Shining Star
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Luloba is famed for its culture and extravagance. The first queen Santana Samoon-Atlas’s legacy continues to heavily influence Luloba laws and social customs. Despite the size of Luloba compared to the other nations, it sits as a powerhouse due to the number of gods that reside in Luloba or consider Luloba a second home.
Geography
The kingdom of Luloba, is a green and pleasant land of fertile farmlands, woodland parks, and ancient towers and manors.
Wolves Forest
A large and untouched dense jungle-like forest that sits on the Southern border of Luloba, where ancient ruins still remain undisturbed.
Geographical Features
Dense Forest - Most of the forest is uncharted and unexplored, many that daringly venture into this alien-like land never return. Some believe that angry spirts inhabit the area. It is said that the God of Trickery considers this forest his domain and guards the forest to ensure his secrets aren’t discovered.
Cradle of Vano - An ancient ruined found by the God of Trickery when he was still mortal. It is said to be the supposed resting place of the Armor of Vano and the Banner of Vano.
Temple of Hope - One of the few major religious sites dedicated to a major God in Luloba. Its location is far from civilization deep in the Wolves Forest. It is largely untouched by the outside world. The temple is also distinct from the nearby altar dedicated to the God of Hope.
Altar of Hope - The Altar of Hope is a site of worship for the God of Human’s Melissa. While the nearby Temple of Hope was dedicated to Melissa’s role as a symbol of hope, this altar seems to have been used as the site where worshippers communicated directly with the God.
The Western Expanse
The Western Expanse is a large arid expanse in southwestern Luloba. Farther west lie the Mountains of Love and the uninhabited steppes and forest.
Geographical Features
The Ruins of Silence - The Palace was presumably built by the now extinct Paros family. But has long been abandoned since a magic research experiment went wrong.
Mountains of Love
The Mountains of Love are a towering range of mountains that form the western border of Luloba. The mountains are considered highly inhospitable and yet they house native mountain tribes of Luloba.
Geographical Features
The Ruined Temple - The Ruined Temple is the dilapidated remains of the Temple of the Ancient Gods. Sitting high atop the unusually frigid Mountains of Love. The temple’s interior is swathed with sheets of ice and snow.
Nowhere - Is a small village in the Mountains of Love. It is not marked on most maps and is widely unheard of. Privacy is very important to the villagers of Nowhere and they tend to avoid welcoming strangers.
Skypiercer - Is a fortress in the Mountains of Love and the highest point in the land of Luloba. It serves as a meeting place for the Gods.
Cities
Nearly all cities in Luloba have a high wall to protect against sandstorms. There is no regulation for the width of streets, so alleys may be quite narrow.
Lobera
The capital and largest city of Luloba. The seat of the White Tower, the Grand Cathedral of Oath’s, the headquarters of Defenders of the Dawn, and the University of Luloba.
Sunkissed
Sunkissed is like a proverbial Geode: the outside is dull, unassuming, and bland; the inside, however, is a glittering array of jewels. Overlooking this mining town is a rock formation that resembles a mule. The humble animal is a symbol of the city.
Ezran
Well known for its gaming halls and casinos, Ezran stretches along the banks of the river of the same name. The river is rich in gold.
The Western Star
The only buildings that are more than two stories in this sprawling metropolis are the temples and courthouses. The Western Star was built around a central oasis. Many of its buildings are interconnected.
Drake
The last city at the foothills of the Mountains of Love. It is the trade hub for Luloba’s overland routes. The main streets are wide and straight and lined with shops, stalls, and all manner of street vendors. The side streets are a jumble of twisting allies and winding lanes that often double back on themselves.
Samatlas
The most romantic location in the Land of Luloba. Due to a contract with several different god’s Samatlas is the perfect romantic vacation spot. Want to snuggle with a significant other on a cold winter night and then get an amazing tan at five-star beaches? Samatlas is the one location that has it all for couples in love.
Government
A Constitutional Monarchy rules the government of Luloba. The ruler must be of the Samoon-Atlas family. Still, they are helped by an appointed council that ensures that a fair and balanced group watches over the kingdom.
Military
The military of Luloba has a standing military of 15,000 knights that usually spend their time protecting the borders.
Law
In most civil and criminal cases, a magistrate defines the dispute, cites the law, and refers the problem to a judge. The judge, along with some advisors, listens to the attorneys' arguments, weighs the evidence, and pronounces the sentence. Citizens have the right to appeal legal cases to the capital, while the others have to rely on local magistrates.
Society
Unlike other nations where the people are the lifeblood and the character, Luloba is its own person, and its people are little more than decorations. There is always music in Luloba, streaming from the many windows and always floating above all, the overwhelming feeling of art in motion.