Curon Settlement Guide

		Attention! The Kingdom of Curonia has been dissolved and no longer exists. Please keep this in mind as you read the settlement guide.

The Kingdom of Curon
	‌The Kingdom of Curonian is situated in the Snowy Northeastern regions of Arcas. The capital city of Avalain is a true splendor to behold with its towering structures and powerful defenses. The Curonian people are a vast and diverse group housing almost every form of the race on the continent. Human, Elf, Orc, Dwed, and so on, all are welcome within the Kingdoms cities and lands to live. The Kingdom is ruled on a system of primogeniture succession, meaning that the Kingdom will always be governed by a King who will then be succeeded by his eldest son. No daughter or woman of the royal house shall ever inherit the throne, title, or lands of the Kingdom. The Curonian Council surrounds the King. This council is made up out of leading individuals in all aspects of leadership, namely the Military, Navy, Mayoral office, Stewardry and Ambassadorship relations. The Kingdom of Curonian first started as the County of Cyrilsburg under the rule of Count Wilhelm I Devereux. After a golden age set in within the County’s lands, its status was elevated to that of a Dukedom where it received the new title, the Duchy of Curon. As the years went on and the new Duchy continued to grow and expand its wealth and power throughout the lands of Atlas, Emperor Augustus I saw it fit to further promote the Duchy to the rank of a Kingdom after Curon’s decisive victory against the Duchy of Adria in the Gentleman's War of 1700. The ceremony was performed in the Blessed Cathedral of Saint Johannes in Cyrilsburg, on looked by a large crowd of both Imperial, Curonian, Haenseti, and Adrian nobility and citizens. From that moment on, the nation became known as the Kingdom of Curonia. • Current Leader: Sylvester Halcourt •
Notable People	List of players able to assist Governor-General The current Governor-General, and leader, is Sylvester Halcourt. Contact: Lyonharted & Lyonharted#0001 Royal Solicitor An ally and eternal friend of Curonia, Tobias Merentel is well-fit with Curon's affairs. Contact: Kursion23 & Kursion#5029 Military Commander Curonia's commander is the ever-diligent X, who's looking for recruits. Will you be one of them? Contact: Doggedwasupxx & Dogged#8148 Head Steward Need a home or a shop? Contact Head Steward & Secretary of Homeland, Matthias Rutledge. Contact: 1_Language_1 & Language#1688
Notable Places	List of roleplay hubs Tavern The kingdom's tavern is promptly known as the Crown and Cup. It is a diverse place and the center of where most citizens will socialize. The first floor is an open-space of tables and a bar, in the back is a staircase that leads to the other levels. One level up will get you the tavern's cheap inn rooms, while one floor down will get you the tavern's recreational game room. This game room is equipped with chess, a mini-bar, and there is a secret addition coming soon! Don't see a bartender, head downstairs to the mini-bar! Library Upkept by the Halcourts, the Avalain Library has been the public center of knowledge and literacy for the entirety of Curon. Combining both grandeur and comfort, this library has always been a peaceful place for one to develop their scholarly abilities. It is a fun fact to know that the building where the library stands, used to be the national security! Its sister location is located near the palace and had plans to be renovated into a national theatre with a museum of history and art. Barracks Curonia's barracks not only house the nation's military, but also the famed Order of Ursus, which came from the ashes of the Principality of Curon at Bear Mountain, and henceforth became a stepping stone for all the glory to come afterward. Its founding father and first Grand Knight, Wilhelm Devereux I, who now rests in the Seven Skies along with the Original First Knights, but the Order of Ursus managed to survive thanks to the examples and virtues that they left as their legacy to us all. Palace The palace is where the magic of the nation happens. Events such as court, balls, feasts, and even award ceremonies happen here! The entrance leads immediately to the throne-room, where the throne sits above the crowd. The walls of the throne room are decorated with the banners of Curon's most loyal houses. Behind the throne, rooms sprawl out in an intricate manner throughout the structure. 'If you would like to get to Curon, just follow this route!' Peak Times  Curonia is usually most active around 5 to 9pm EST, with a majority of them being American.
Culture and Religion	‌The culture of Curonia is a unique one, built on tolerance and freedom. People from many walks of life have been known to reside in Curon, and some have come to be well-known among their peers. Though, while Curon's culture is not one yet easy to spot, there are seven virtues which are dearly held by the kingdom; humility, temperance, justice, piety, fortitude, honor, fidelity, honesty, patience, and diligence. Most of all, Curon is held together by brotherhood for one another. Those who are wholly committed to the Crown of Crown and the Seven Virtues are known to become knights. Following its humble origins, the requirements to become a Knight or Dame of the Royal Chivalric Order of Ursus are not related to the social status of the aspirants. They are instead directly tied with the merits they have accomplished and the service they have provided to the Kingdom of Curonia and the Royal Family. The members of the Order of the Ursus are the most worthy men and women of the kingdom. As for the religion in Curon, that's another story. The Kingdom of Curon recognizes Canonism as its state-sponsored religion but is tolerant of other practices dwelling in its region. This led to many grateful citizens living within Avalain, happy to be able to live in peace. There have been many types of faith dwelling in Curon, from Canonism to Imam Rashindun, religious tolerance is one of Curon's strongest principles.

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  The most current park of Curon.

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  The old town square of Avalain.

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  The picnic blanket in the old Bear Park of Curon.