Great Empire of Avina

The Great Empire of Avina is an imperial oligarchy founded on the western peninsula of Numia's northern continent. Founded in 177 AB by Golian Grimnauss, now Emperor Grimnauss, the Empire was built from the ashes of conflict. As of 182 AB, it is comprised of eight contiguous states: High Avina, Cadium, Dawn, Saran, Vierras, Unity, Bleak Haven, and Narum.

Thriving to be an icon of peace and prosperity, the Empire has developed a great deal of financial and cultural wealth through many years of agricultural advancement and economic expansion. Its rise can also be attributed to the post-war ideology fostered by Golian Grimnauss during and after the Unity, a period of time where he formed pacts with the four major houses of Avina (before it was the Empire), and either peacefully absorbed or conquered the remaining factions. Tolerance is a prime prospect of Emperor Grimnauss' rule, evident in the racial diversity of the Empire and swift integration of immigrants to become citizens.

Despite the period of prosperity brought upon the Empire by the enactment of the Unity, it still remains an oligarchy. The majority of its wealth can be found in the coffers of the Four Houses, and while this does not mean the Empire is rife with poverty, its pitfalls are evident across its territory. Puppet leaders, corruption, and unequal income plague the unwitting populace right under the nose of its government.