foreign nations active on the world stage know the Empire maintains agents in the midst of more legitimate merchants. Indeed, these powerful nations would

shriving, and the practice has occasionally been taken up by priests in other nations. May your sins be shared, your burdened halved, and your spirit guided by

The central philosophy of the Navarr is the idea that life is a Great Dance in which all humankind is engaged. Some may lead and some may follow, but the

choose someone different to follow. Undermining your leaders weakens the nation, and is regarded with contempt when done to advance your own position. Before

should become the senator for a territory. But where many other nations handle their elections quickly and with relatively little fuss, in Dawn they are intended

Here the representatives of each hall met to discuss the business of the nation with the monarch. Today it is a festive gathering; those who involve themselves

The Temple in Nemoria is an effort to bring Asaveans to the Way. The Liaison to the Temple in Nemoria (or Grand Prêtre des Sept Seigneurs de la Vertu as

They also act as guides, escorting individuals on difficult treks between nations. Some Navarr choose to create a Wayhouse on the edge of civilized areas

constructions in the nation, but over the years they have began to look small in comparison to some of the impressive and Ambitious works other nations have built

may go some way towards explaining why they are the most cautious of the nations that threaten the Empire - they seem to abhor waste. This is widely believed

many smaller nations by the neck, sending them into battle ahead of their own forces. The Druj are apparently viewed with dread by these nations, ever fearful

part of this long-running rivalry between the nations. Despite the conflicts and the tension, the two nations often refer to moving to the other; Marchers

Wassail and sharing their home-grown produce with other nations. Although not expected, other nations often reciprocate in small token exchanges of goods that

Instead, the Marchers slaughtered the orcs they encountered and created a nation for themselves; the Marches, a patchwork of cleared lands controlled by

These ports are closed to Imperial traders (as detailed in all at sea wind of fortune There are three ports available to characters with the fleet resource;

immense shark-like beast with crimson and black hide. All three of the nations known to have relations with Siakha also depict her as a churning maelstrom

of 380YE was successful, and an ongoing trade agreement between the two nations was formalised during the following Winter Solstice. Antonio i Carno i Guerra

their attacks against the ships (and occasionally coastal settlements) of nations the Imperial Senate has declared barbarians, they not only avoid censure

these new human nations would have been overrun and subjugated, like their predecessors. With an eye to the conflict between the human nations and the risks

includes a fire or flame in the image. Iconic imagery associated with the nation usually references the three Founders and the tribes they inspired, usually

The guides help people to find their place in the Great Dance Navarr priests are called Guides, partly because of the guidance they try to give the Navarr

rich caravans that travelled back and forth between the city and the other nations of humankind; and from waves of new settlers who came to the area to seek

prosperity of every Highborn citizen would have suffered likewise, but the nations of the Empire offered to share the hardship, by offering their support and

born to, or joined, the nation in the last year, with many taking the opportunity to re-swear their oaths to Chapters and to Nation. It is also a common that

represented a change bigger than has affected any of the other nations of the Empire. What was a nation of one people became a powerhouse of six, looking to improve

the attitude of the other Imperial nations a little hard to swallow - they are quick to remind them that every nation other than the Freeborn kept orcs

perceive a deeper truth. While Urizen is most famous for its arcane spires, the nation is also home to numerous temples. These spires are dedicated to the study

contested by powerful orc nations. The First Empress embarked on a crusade to unite the disparate human kingdoms, attacking those nations that controlled the

standard-bearers for the Empire, carrying its message to the divided human nations. Most Navarr could see that the Empire represented a great opportunity for

civilization. The League is small in terms of landmass compared to some other nations, but it still manages to have a sizeable population. Each city of the League

founders of the tribes. They are dedicated to preserving the integrity of the nation as a whole and regularly look to recruit competent ritual magicians from

over and protect the child as they grow. The iconic image of the Varushkan nation is the eagle (an animal representing Pride) with an axe - specifically a

ascetic religion being pushed by the Highborn chapters. The founders of the nation were passionate idealists; they rejected the austere religious practices

she encouraged renewed trade between the nations, she also continued to encourage trade with foreign nations, bringing the wealth of the world to the Empire

There is only one port available to Imperial characters with the fleet resource; Robec, in the territory of Veroigne. Robec is the site of the grand temple

Orcs have often proved a more reliable and effective ally than some others nations of the Empire. At the beginning of 379YE, the Wintermark people took the

political capital with Senators of other nations which they use on key votes, either for the good of Navarr as a nation or for the Empire as a whole. The senators

them, or helping fate along by delivering a curse of your own. In some nations, those who successfully skirt the edges of the law might have a degree of

others. The Freeborn silver moon for example was recognized by most of the nations that eventually became the Empire; likewise the Navarr copper thorn tended

after all, achieves very little if it is simply stored in a vault. The nation is a crossroads for trade in all kinds of luxury goods, and being able to

number of inhabitants that have benefited from their nation's friendship and alliances with other nations of the Empire; where would Dawn have been without

must be part of one of the ten nations of the Empire. When new territories are captured, they are allocated to a nation by majority vote of the Senate

under-estimating the political savvy of the other nations, of the damage that can be done by placing someone who loves their nation more than the Empire on the Imperial

with the dramaturgy personae have particular resonance for everyone in the nation. There are plenty of accounts from the League of masks gaining an identity

languages of these foreign nations, and to the smaller independent nations that surround them. The four primary foreign nations active on the world stage

over them without their permission. Loyalty is an important virtue in the nation and once they have chosen a leader they will not renounce them lightly,

many work hard to try and inspire virtuous behaviour in wizards of other nations – or an understanding of magic in other priests. Magisters tend to be cautious

Taiko drumming, repetitive chants, early English songs as sources. Born from the armies of Thrace and the freed slaves of the Empire, the Imperial Orcs

depending on how much contact their striding or steading has with the other nations. Those Navarr who trade with their neighbours are more likely to have access

magic. Whilst this look and feel page provides the ideal costume for the nation, it is important for players to familiarise themselves with the general

Dawn is relatively flat, dotted with expanses of largely untamed forest and rocky crags. The forests are maintained by the noble houses of Dawn as part

listed on the wiki are to be considered the most commonly known songs in the nation. This document is to provide further resources and signposting to songbooks

their fellows by marching into battle decked in identical garb. Of all the nations of the Empire, the Highborn are the most inclined to uniformity, a visible

coloured banners and traditional heraldic devices provide the imagery for the nation. Where the Marches is gritty and down to earth, Dawn is the opposite in

Summit Nation Elected Winter Solstice 385YE The Brass Coast Finna i Fijadoz i Guerra Winter Solstice 384YE Urizen Abel

It's all about the participation! Rhythms could be much lighter than other nations, keep them syncopated (off beat), and on tambourines, castanets, shakers

the inhabitants. Somewhere to the east of Zenith lies the nation of Axos. Between the two nations is a mountainous area that the Urizen call the Mountains

A fayre is a gathering of Dawnishfolk (and sometimes members of other nations) that comes together to trade, socialise, and enjoy a variety of entertainments

immediately obvious use. Large shields are much less common than in other nations; shield-walls are seen as a tactic best left behind in Dawn. Marchers who

wear elaborate high-waisted gowns. The neckline may be lower than in other nations, cut almost to the waistband. An undergown, chemise or kirtle, often of

the Marches. It can be fun to be a little suspicious of people from other nations when they come into the camp. By the same token, when you visit somewhere

encouraged by the Imperial Orcs barbarian ancestors, and all four large orc nations that the Empire is familiar with make use of similar hearth magics. The

to serve the nation. Others point out that martial prowess has always been the Imperial Orc's greatest strength. Are they to become a nation of bookkeepers

which they make rich dyes. The people enjoy strong trade links with foreign nations, allowing them to bring luxuries and commodities to all the people of the

Wintermark lies in the north-west of the Empire. It is significantly colder than the lands around the Bay of Catazar, marked by high peaks, rolling tundra

that it would impact the game, we want to avoid players confusing these nations with real world cultures. And some items are not part of the ideal because

The coronation procession, wherein the Empress progresses through all ten nations commencing with a ritual handwashing at the Highguard camp - directed by

quartermaster Elenza i Erigo quite mad, I think. I think she found the idea of a nation that refuses to make small talk quite abhorrent." Where the Urizen favour

Winterfolk) Lioc (interested in historical records of the Empire and its nations; a special interest in the Navarr) Pollaman (interested in religion; has

talent. The Highguard Battle Choirs are a great imperial tradition - no nation marches to battle with the same holy fervour in their singing. Usually accompanied

shipbuilders. He sought to build a powerful Imperial navy capable of conquering nations overseas, to spread the Empire to Surann, Skoura and ultimately to destroy

the benefit of the nation. The Haul has frequently been the subject of criticism by prominent Imperial citizens from other nations given it is both based

Dawnish children are allowed a great deal of freedom to play -and to get into mischief. Despite - or perhaps because of - the warlike nature of life in

disadvantage in negotiations with other nations in the Military Council. If Urizen cannot persuade other nations to send armies to defend its borders against

Carta Notturno. Objects of Historical Significance, Relics of the Precursor Nations, Treasures of the Eternal Realms, Curios from Foreign Lands and the Catalogue

when a portal to a battle opportunity is available and for how long. Those nations and banners going on a battle should be prepared to enter through the portal

there are few things in this world of greater value than life itself. Many nations have traditions of giving gifts, whether in hospitality or charity, but

Freeborn are fully aware that other nations do not share their values. They don't expect frankness from other nations but they don't allow others to impose

heroic. The look of Wintermark is much more varied than that of some other nations due to the presence of the three traditions. Regardless of which tradition

excellence and passionate demonstration of artistic performance across all the nations of the Empire. The High Bard serves for up to one year unless removed from

need to be virtuous. The crowns say "nation's steel" and make good gifts when you want someone to fight for their nation - either on the battlefield or in

Wisdom Whilst this look and feel page provides the ideal costume for the nation, it is important for players to familiarise themselves with the general

the orcs north and east - eventually eliminating the majority of the orc nations and forcing the rest to flee toward Reikos and the Mallum. Fragmentary records

tradition of its own, although bards have happily purloined the songs of other nations to sing in bars and around campfires. See Music for songs known throughout

Alliterative poetry and heroic saga songs spoken or chanted, scraping fiddles, breathy pipes, and low drones. Themes of winter, seasons, mythical creatures

League songs are laced with innuendo and hidden meaning. The League is a combination of different cultures and its performance traditions reflect that

Varushkan music is rich and full-bodied, following a long tradition of being used to keep both the cold and the horrors outside at bay. Choral singing

Family is the most important thing there is. Children on the Coast are often given a piece of over-sized clothing that belonged to someone from an older

Principality and along with enthusiastic traders from Sarcophan, the two nations have secured extensive docking rights in the citadel. An advisor to the

Isenbrad, one of the most renowned scions of the nation was famous for his skill as a smith. Inga Tarn, the nations favourite hero was noted as the child of a

terrain has helped shape the nation, and has contributed to the relative isolation of its settlements. It is also a prosperous nation - the bounty of its forests

The Druj are a comparatively small nation that uses fear to exert influence over a number of smaller orc nations. They are found in the swamps and forests

Having blood relatives in many different parts of the nation helps the orcs maintain a sense of that nation as being part of their family. Outsiders imagine

The Navarr territories are scattered throughout the Empire. Most of the land they claim is heavily forested, surrounding the ruins of one or more ancient

come through disagreements with fellow Highborn, or with people of other nations who question the assumption that Highguard should guide the future of the

dishes native to distant nations, often in settings designed to cleverly evoke the sensation of actually being in one of those nations. Sarvos is also a highly

spiritual and administrative heart for the nation, it is also a port whose ships deal in fishing, trade with foreign nations and sea defence against the barbarians

Urizen, dating back to the nation's birth. The heart of the Heliopticon is here, making it a centre of communication for the Nation. The miracle of the Heliopticon

League – rich in worked goods – has made the fortunes of merchants from both nations. The Navarr are welcome if irregular visitors to the land. They ensure that

and orphans, are found in all League cities and in some parts of other Nations as well. The Little Mother takes in orphaned or abandoned children, ensuring