The southwest part of Caldar suffered a lot of damage during the War that broke the world. Divine magic used in the war between gods left the land charred and created depthless chasms and volcanoes. The land was unhospitable for the mortal races and those who were there died during the 1st era despite the attempts of dragons to protect them. When the dragonborn population was big enough to need a nation of their own, the only free land currently was down there. It was quickly given to them, as an attempt to have them stay as far as possible from other races since they were seen as a heretic race, not a creation of the gods. Dragonborn had little choice but to accept and started marching south. Once there, they saw a land filled with red rock and blood. It was given the name "Crimson Land" and later once their nation was properly established, it was changed to Crimson Kingdom. The name served as a tribute of honor to mortals that died here and dragons who shed blood protecting them. It took the Dragonborn a few decades to build a proper infrastructure, and roads and establish trade with Lynev. The land was too vast for the dragonborn population and living conditions were not easy. Extreme heat and dryness were common. Wurms and desert creatures were a constant threat. However, the Crimson Kingdom persisted and through its harsh conditions, built one of the mightiest military forces that later prevented the Unknown from taking Lynev.
Geography
The nation has a natural fence of mountains that prevent the sea winds from cooling the inner lands. A gigantic lake covers the central part, allowing for a slightly better climate and environment around it. The south beaches feature forests of palm trees, while the western ones have colorful forests flourishing thanks to the western rains. The northern parts have been blessed with more fertile land and span grasslands from mountains to sea. A giant chasm has torn the earth apart in the middle, so vast and deep that most remain unexplored still. A massive crater of unknown origins is located north of the chasm, which has given opportunities for mining, while an active volcano stands between the crater and the chasm.
Government
The Dragonborn families form dynasties that rule the nation. The strongest and wealthiest dynasties from metallic and chromatic dragonborn usually compete for the Crimson Throne. Every century a tournament is held and a contribution to the kingdom is measured. The dynasty that scores the highest in both the tournament and the contribution, becomes the leading dynasty for the next 100 years. While gem dragonborn are not excluded from this system, they never have the wealth to ascend.
Demographics
About 90% of the population consists of dragonborn and the remaining is mostly halflings or other traders.
Relations
The nation has tried to keep neutral relations with all nations and only went to war when their borders were threatened by the Unknown.The dragonborn still harbor resentment towards the mortal races for taking their Dragon ancestors away from them.