Yaggard

Nestled in the easternmost parts of the vast Nagan Empire, the Protectorate of Clan Yaggardstands as a testament to the resilience and age-old traditions of one of the oldest Samurai clans in the Nagan Empire. This region, bordered by the Protectorate of Clan Takahide to the north and Protectorate of Clan Nagikata to the south-east. Also the Treacherous Plains to the east, has been embroiled in a bloody territorial dispute between the two clans for several decades. Although not at open war, the history between Clan Yaggard and Clan Takahide is marred with clashes, bloodshed, and a constant struggle for power and territory.

The Protectorate of Clan Yaggard, while lacking towns or cities within its boundaries, boasts two formidable fortresses that have become focal points of trade and activity for the local inhabitants and nomads. The seat of power for Clan Yaggard is the imposing Yaggard Castle, situated in the heart of the region. Once a purely defensive structure, it has now transformed into a fortified citadel that teems with life beyond its walls. The castle serves as the nerve center for Clan Yaggard's operations, where the samurai maintain a vigilant presence, ever ready to defend their territory.

The bustling activity outside the castle walls has given rise to a makeshift settlement, where people have erected homes, shops, taverns, and inns. This thriving hub of commerce and social interaction has transformed the Yaggard Castle into more than just a fortress—it has become a vibrant center where locals and nomads converge, sharing stories, conducting trade, and seeking refuge within its protective embrace.

To the northeast of the region lies the formidable Nevenes Castle, an ancient stronghold that serves as a sentinel along the eastern coast. Heavily defended and fortified, Nevenes Castle also doubles as a training ground for Clan Yaggard's samurai, honing their skills and discipline in the art of war. Within its walls, warriors engage in rigorous training exercises, spar with one another, and perfect their techniques, preparing themselves for the ongoing territorial disputes and potential conflicts with rival clans.

Encompassing a significant portion of the Protectorate of Clan Yaggard is the infamous Forbidden Wilds, a vast and untamed jungle that stretches across the borders between Clan Yaggard and Clan Takahide's territories. This dense and foreboding wilderness is home to some of the most dangerous and fearsome dinosaur wildlife that roams the Nagan Empire. Within its depths lie opportunities for brave samurai to test themselves and seek mighty mounts, displaying their prowess and courage by taming these primal beasts. Venturing into the Forbidden Wilds is an endeavor fraught with peril, as the jungle conceals not only majestic creatures but also deadly traps, treacherous terrain, and hidden dangers that test the mettle of even the most skilled warriors.

On the eastern side of the region lies the border with the Protectorate of Clan Nagikata, where the treacherous Treacherous Plains extend. These plains are believed to be cursed, perpetually covered in a thick mist that obscures vision and disorients those who dare to traverse them. Countless individuals have been lost within the mist, their fate unknown. Attempts to construct roads through this cursed expanse have met with failure, as if the land itself resists any attempts at taming its treachery. However, a narrow trade route hugging the coast offers a tenuous lifeline, enabling limited trade and contact with the outside world while skirting the perils of the Treacherous Plains.

Amidst the clashes, bloodshed, and territorial disputes that define the Protectorate of Clan Yaggard, the spirit of the samurai endures. Clan Yaggard, one of the oldest clans in the Nagan Empire, stands resolute in their traditions, their fortresses symbols of their power and determination. It is within this rugged and contested land that the samurai of Clan Yaggard forge their path, navigating the delicate balance of power, the ever-present dangers of the Forbidden Wilds, and the enigmatic mist-shrouded Treacherous Plains.