Vystara

Vystara is a province in the northeast of Mandrogan. It was one of the first to declare it's independence after the demise of King Edgard.

History
Vystara has, throughout history, proven to be one of the least loyal provinces to the Court of Dalan. It's cold, harsh lands are renowned for it's vast supply of gold, and for breeding tough soldiers. In history, Vystara has battled against the Dwarves several times, about the ownership of it's gold mines.

During the First Civil War, Lord Raughin, Duke of Vystara at that time, Vystara was the first to proclaim it's independence. However, it was not long before they were under attack. An army of Elves, who had not been seen for ages, had left their forests to kill a certain man that was being held deep inside Eagle's Redoubt. Luring the Elves to Death's Breath, the coldest place in all of Vystara, Raughin's army forced the Elves to do battle in a mountain pass. The Elves were, in the end, defeated, and their heads displayed as trophies.

Later, Vystara would march to aid the city of Dalan against Jon Torren's alliance.

Geography
Vystara's coast is a rugged landscape, cliffs dominating the landscape. There are only a few coves through wich ships can enter, and these are mainly used by fishermen, who sell their wares to the southern provinces. Along the coast and the borders are many forests, set upon hills and mountains. The inland is dominated by these; with a town or ruin dotting the landscape every now and then.

Climate
Vystara's climate is harsh: the winters are cold, and even in summer, the temperature sometimes fails to go over a 12 degrees Celsius. The land is covered with snow; making it hard to farm.

Notable places
Kurgan - Vystara's capital city.

Eagle's redoubt - The largest prison in Mandorgan, set on an island around a mile of the coast.