Asintine

"Come test my might, for you shall all perish within the frozen air in which I breathe"
King Ghlunhiem Alymeseine 572 A.D.

Kingdom Crest

Description

One of the largest IHK's in Vastonia is the frozen kingdom of Asintine, home of the Norse people and district of the renown Knight's of the Icelandic Order. This kingdom is ruled by King Ghlunhiem Alymeseine, Overlord of Asintine and his wife Falra Alymeseine. The people who inhabit these far reaches worship only Norse gods, more commonly Odin or his son Thor. But still their are many who worship other Norse gods such as Frey, Freya, Heimdall, Loki, Balder, Modi, Magni and many more (for complete details see gods of Vastonia). The people are rough and rugged, tough as nails and seem to be able to survive even the coldest of climates without a problem. People make whatever products are needed to get by. There are many large forests here, tons of game to hunt and enough sea-life to feed the entire nation for at least the next thousand years.

Major cities include Asidia, Kanantia, Celindora and the capital city of Asintine. Within these cities, great stone buildings have been constructed, many of them having huge statues surrounding their entryways. Even some of the temples have massive stone statues holding them high into the air "depicting the god's strength and protection of the people". Other large community buildings are made from logs and support either stone roofs or no roof's at all. General housing consists of small log houses or sometimes stone housing for the richer folk.

This kingdom has some great history behind it and some equally exciting adventure plots. If you are choosing to run an adventure within this region of Vastonia, have a look in the scenario's section for a starter adventure called the Lost Ruins of Asintine. This is a great adventure for a low level party.

Geography

The furthest northern peninsula of Vastonia, Asintine rests within the great ocean of Neyajhaun. Western Asintine is filled with lush forest and beautiful plateaus, while eastern Asintine hosts the incredible fields of Odin and a forest of pure birch, which resides on the edge of Asintine's largest natural lake known as "Lake Craz". The southern region of Asintine is protected by a gigantic forest called the "Forest Splits" which has only one main road through it commonly called Thor's pass.

Justice System

Laws and punishments are very severe in Asintine, here if your caught stealing you will definitely have your hand removed if not your head. There is no tolerance for people who believe not in a god, even if it means praying for Loki's protection. However, adventurers are forgiven for their ignorance and will not be treated unkindly for their misguided virtues.

Military/Forces

In Asintine, military forces have a whole new meaning. Organized yet chaotic, the Asintinian brood looks more like a clan of barbarians than that of a well trained army. The king has well over 12,000 men at arms ready and willing to charge into battle at his disposal. If ever the time should come for war, the entire horde can be gathered within a day and a half. The king also commands an elite order of knights called the Icewind Knights, who follow a strict code of honor called the Inquisitions of the Icewind Knighthood.

Notable Legends & Lore

Ice Caves of Neihduir, Sea Giant of Vindication