Occudon

The Western World
Occudon is a monarchy that rules the western half of the world. Occudon is a familiar place to the players as well as the PC's, as they originate from them. It has many Western influences in all aspects of the culture.

Government
A monarchy, they are ruled by King Marco Basilio, who has complete legislative and executive power. His power is hereditary. He is advised by a group of men called Chancellors of Occudon. They are appointed by the King and advise him on the certain matters after which their position is named. There are only four such positions enumerated in the government charter: War, State, Land, and Law. However, more are allowed and each king can have dozens or only the primary four Chancellors.

There are also important positions outside of those which are enumerated in the government charter.
 * Arch-Deacon of Religious Affairs: a prominent cleric (usually of Sarenrae) in the nation who serves as an advisor on all things religious.
 * Supreme Commander of Royal Forces: serves as a leader of the military, kind of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs type of position.
 * High Master of the Arcane: a prominent wizard or sorcerer that advises the King on all things arcane.
 * Honorable Master of Assets: the treasurer, in charge of the money of the kingdom.

Culture
Influences are:
 * British: government, military (structure and armor/weapons), and some food
 * Italian: architecture, clothing, religion (structure and relationship to government), and high class and noble names
 * Scandinavian: names of common folk, some food, and personality (independent initiative, strong willed)

Religion
Primary: Secondary:
 * Sarenrae - Goddess of the Sun, redemption, honesty, and healing
 * Cayden Caliean - God of freedom, ale, wine, and bravery
 * Desna - Goddess of dreams, stars, travelers, and luck
 * Gorum - God of strength, battle, and weapons

People
Most people in the nation share certain traits:
 * Tend to be NG, but many leaning towards Chaos
 * Freedom, especially personal freedom, a highly valued
 * Every family has their own "gilded apples" recipe or claim only their mother can make good mutton
 * Ales and Brews are drank by commoners and nobles alike, but nobles have the more refined versions

The important notable citizens of the nation, excluding the previously named, are:
 * Leonardo Antelini - popular wizard, known for his leaning wizard tower just outside of town, which he famous for protecting
 * Ingrid Olander - famous warrior, founded Ingrid's Warriors, an elaborate adventuring business