Beralise



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Larger than Bronté, but still caught between North Dalimar and Alexandros , Beralise has focused much of its resources on military training and fortifications. They boast an impressive navy and ground force but lack the shear wealth of their neighbours.

Despite their best efforts, Beralise has little defence against Alexandros’ Griffin Riders or the occasional battle mage. Still, the stoic nation poses enough of a threat to make either superpower think twice before invading.

The Porcelain Isles are a great source of revenue for Beralise; producing the finest and most sought after porcelain in Alexandria. The islands themselves are also heavily fortified detainment facilities for criminals. Beralise is intolerant of piracy, and keeps the eastern sea front free of bandits.

Lisse, the capital, is a veritable stronghold. Backed up against the great lake, and surrounded by marshland and rivulets, its massive walls are hardly necessary to defend it against a ground force. Bradagna guards the western front, and Roak helps to protect the seashore: each of Beralise’s great cities doubles as a heavily fortified base. They claim these efforts are a preventative measure against ‘The threat of invasion’.

The people of Beralise are stern, regimented, and disciplined. However, in moments of respite, they are the most uninhibited people in Alexandria. Celebrations in Lisse are legendary for a wide variety of reasons...