Ruthenia

Ruthenia

Head of State: Vladimir the Great
System of Government: Theocratic Monarchy
Major Religions: The Church of the Exalted Reborn One (Vivamort)
Minor Religions: The Crofter
Languages: Rus
Major Species: Humans, Undead
Minor Species: Tomten

Five Things to Know About This Country:

1. The Land of Vivamort: The land of Ruthenia has a strong church, with a particular interpretation of Vivamort. The Saints of Vivamort (Vampires) rule this land as is their right.
2. Necromancy Abounds: Necromancy is a legal and protected practice in Ruthenia, with undead always afforded some kind of legal protection; either equal to a citizen or as property.
3. Benevolent Sainthood: The people of Ruthenia sleep well and are given food and warmth, though many outside the country suspect foul play and something sinister.
4. Contempt for Magyar: The Ruthenian leaders feel that neighbouring Magyar has lost the favour of the Reborn One and they scoff at this.
5. Surprisingly Permissive: Ruthenia permits its citizens religions outside the state church – there are nobility who are not saints of Vivamort – but teaches that ultimately there is only one route to a greater life after the first.