Rhodesia

Rhodesia is the central Province of Akharal's mainland. It sits nested in mountains and serves as the largest trade capital in all of Akharal, despite it's lack of water-based trade. The Northern border meets Alindae at the base of the Ogalthis Bluff and the Cliffs of Selfaen. The Southwest touches the province of Khuurai and the Bahr Al'aswad ("Sea of Lions" in Shai'tan). The eastern border touches The Kingdom of Asosia, the Iamtas Bay, and New Kossad.

Central Government
The Province of Rhodesia's government operates as an Oligarchy, led by 3 individuals; namely the leaders of the 3 houses. Although these 3 leaders are simply in power due to their wealth, they would claim that the nation is a Merchant Republic, claiming they are in power as a result of the people's choice to provide their markets with the wealth they possess.

Local Governments
There are 3 houses in Rhodesia. To the surprise of many outsiders, there isn't much conflict between the houses, as the 3 house leaders are very close. The 3 houses are as follows:


 * Rhodesian Knights


 * The Somatic Command:

A largely magickal force, primarily found within the Boglands of North/central Rhodesia. The majority of members are Shroomfolk, though some others can be found within the house. They watch over the trading of alchemical ingredients and other magickal items. Although the smallest of the three largest houses, they are often seen as the most powerful, as they guard the most dangerous areas of the province - The Somatic Boglands.


 * Eastwatch:

Mostly present throughout eastern Rhodesia, they primarily focus on guarding caravans carrying ore or other precious metals.