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| − | The '''Holy Orenian Empire''', or simply '''[[Oren]]''', is the largest and most powerful nation of humans or of any race upon the continent of Axios, and historically any past worlds as well. It was founded by the Exalted Godfrey, also known as Godfrey I, from whom the current [[Holy Orenian Emperor]], [[John III, Holy Orenian Emperor|John III]], descends his claim. Its capital is the city of Johannesburg, and it adheres to the [[Church of the Canon]] as the state religion. | + | The '''Holy Orenian Empire''', or simply '''[[Oren]]''', ([[High Imperial]]: ''Sacrum Orenorum Imperium'') is the largest and most powerful nation of humans or of any race upon the continent of Axios, and historically any past worlds as well. It was founded by the Exalted Godfrey, also known as Godfrey I, from whom the current [[Holy Orenian Emperor]], [[John III, Holy Orenian Emperor|John III]], descends his claim. Its capital is the city of Johannesburg, and it adheres to the [[Church of the Canon]] as the state religion. |
The language of the lands of the Holy Orenian Empire has always been [[Common]], however [[High Imperial]] is often employed in official documents and among the bureaucracy and nobility, as well as in other parts of society with great [[Aeldin|Aeldinic]] influence. The current empire is in its fifth incarnation, known as the Fifth Empire to modern historians. The symbol of the Empire is the Horenic Dragon, with such motifs being employed in many of its standards and banners. | The language of the lands of the Holy Orenian Empire has always been [[Common]], however [[High Imperial]] is often employed in official documents and among the bureaucracy and nobility, as well as in other parts of society with great [[Aeldin|Aeldinic]] influence. The current empire is in its fifth incarnation, known as the Fifth Empire to modern historians. The symbol of the Empire is the Horenic Dragon, with such motifs being employed in many of its standards and banners. | ||
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The Holy Orenian Empire, or simply Oren, (High Imperial: Sacrum Orenorum Imperium) is the largest and most powerful nation of humans or of any race upon the continent of Axios, and historically any past worlds as well. It was founded by the Exalted Godfrey, also known as Godfrey I, from whom the current Holy Orenian Emperor, John III, descends his claim. Its capital is the city of Johannesburg, and it adheres to the Church of the Canon as the state religion.
The language of the lands of the Holy Orenian Empire has always been Common, however High Imperial is often employed in official documents and among the bureaucracy and nobility, as well as in other parts of society with great Aeldinic influence. The current empire is in its fifth incarnation, known as the Fifth Empire to modern historians. The symbol of the Empire is the Horenic Dragon, with such motifs being employed in many of its standards and banners.
Contents
History
The First Empire
The Second Empire
The Third Empire
The Fourth Empire
The Fifth Empire
Culture and society
The Holy Orenian Empire is a human nation, and as such, revolves about the culture of mankind. Its ruling caste, the infamous nobles and ladies who descend from ennobled blood, come from predominantly Heartlander and Highlander backgrounds, and as such as created a melting pot swath of numerous identities, sets of life, and languages.
Politics
Imperial royalty
Nobility, clergy and gentry
Constituent states and provinces
- Archduchy of Lorraine
- Duchy of Carnatia
- Duchy of Leone
- Duchy of Savoy
- Province of Erochland
- Viscounty of Balian
Foreign relations
Allies
- Kingdom of the Elves
- Principality of Sutica
Enemies
- War Uzg
- Dreadlands
- Silver State of Haelun’or
Neutral
- Grand Kingdom of Urguan
Geography
Cities, towns and fortresses
- Felsen
Regions and landmarks
