Naldor, one of the largest human kingdoms, lies on the coast of the Aganen Sea, north of the Rhuan Steppes and west of the Numunor Wilds. Naldor is a land of men and chivalry, knights roam the country, lords watch over their lands as peasants and serfs work the fields, and ruler of all Naldor is the steward. Many centuries ago, in 1349, not long after the fall of the Thirvilis Empire, a small kingdom of humans came across the Numunor Wilds to the Aegeanen coast, and Ellro, the founder of Naldor, built a tower, which still stands today in the Western March, to watch the surrounding settled countryside. In 1365, an orc hoard appeared on the southern border of Naldor, so Ellro lead an army out to meet them, but during the battle, Ellro was cut down. Ellro is the epitome of Naldorin society; he was strong, good in battle, chivalrous, fair, and just. Naldorin society is based around feudalism and chivalry, and the king is a very important figure, so important that, in 2891, when the last Naldorin king, King Fanhorn the 2nd, died in battle, and he had no heir, the line of kings broke, petty kings userped the throne, but they all failed. So instead of kings, the position of steward was made, he would rule the land with limited power, a temporary ruler until a king came. But no king came to claim the throne, the stewards continued to rule Naldor.
Naldorins are tall, about five foot eight to six feet, usually have darker hair, and lighter eyes. The Naldorin flag is a black shield, with a white Ellro's Tower, and there are two black stars on either side of the shield, one represents the steward the other the king, on a white background. Naldor is known most for it's guildhalls; grand buildings where guilds of lords gathered. Guildhalls are walled in buildings, they are mostly a vast atrium, with a massive table in the center, there are often separate wings of the building for storage, sleeping quarters, and kitchens. The Guards of the Crown are Naldor's staple unit, they wield massive shields and long, one-handed swords, they also carry long spears. Guards of the Crown guard the Throne Hall, The Hall of Honor, and the current steward, they rarely go off and fight in a battle, they protect the city Avard.
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