The March of Bissel (The Littlemark)

Ruler: His Lofty Grace, the Margrave of Bissel
Capital: Thornward

The March of Bissel was the northernmost frontier of the kingdom of Keoland c. 400 CY. It was wrested away from the latter in the Small War (Furyondy vs. Keoland) which ended Keoish influence in the neighbouring Veluna (438 CY). Bissel became a tributary state of Furyondy for a few decades, but was awarded independence after bravery in the service of the King of Furyondy during humanoid invasions. The March now stands as a bulwark between the Ket masses and the rest of the east, including Veluna, Furyondy and Keoland.

The Border Companies

Due to its strategic importance against Baklunish aggression, Bissel maintains a large standing army. These forces, commonly referred to as the "Border Companies", are well armed and armoured and boast a number adventurers and mercenaries among their numbers.

The Knights of the Watch

Certain stout soldiers from the lands of Bissel, Gran March, Geoff and Keoland are invited to join this order which is pledged to protect the east from incursions of the Paynims and the other Westerlings. These knights hold certain castles, keeps, and strongholds along the Ketish border and elsewhere in the western mountains. The Watchers are a near-monastic order and very strictly disciplined. Their coat of arms is sable, an owl displayed argent.

Gran March

Ruler: His Most resolute Magnitude, the Commandant of Gran March
Capital: Hookhill

Keoland established the territory of Gran March during its early stages, basing it upon a military-reigious order of knights. These zealous fighters quickly subdued the warring inhabitants, established order within the area, and conscripted all fit males into worker and infantry battles (regimental-like formations). The land between the Lortmils and the Dim Forest north of the Sheldomar River became productive and peaceful, but the rule of these first Commandants was repressive and harsh. When the current ruler of the time was slain in the Small War, the populace rose in rejoicing. Policies were reconsidered after that, and now the people elect the Commandant from amongst the noble houses of Gran March.
The state is now only a nominal vassal of Keoland and maintains friendly relations with Bissel.

Highfolk (The Independent Town of)

Ruler: The Worthy Sir, Mayor of Highfolk

Highfolk is independent and of importance simply because it is the southern outpost of the olvenfolk of the Quagflow Valley (the Fairdells in Olven). The town itself is a trading center, is well fortified and protects the homeland - the 100-mile stretch of valley above. The Lord of the High Elves dwells in the region, along with many thousands of his kin. The folk of Highfolk and the valley above are at peace with their neighbours to the north and south.

The Knights of the High Forest (Order of the Hart)

The Knights of the Order of the Hart were organized to assure the central states (Furyondy, Veluna, Highfolk) retained their freedom and purpose. The Knights of the Hart are sworn to be ready at an instant's notice to serve as a vanguard. They maintain certain strongholds, serve in various capacities in the associated nations, and have roving troops scouting possible trouble areas and hostile borders as well.
The Knights of the High Forest is reputed to be only for those of the Olvenfolk. There are perhaps only two dozen or so knights within the branch. Their coat of arms is vert, a pair of antlers or.

Ket

Ruler: His Illustrious Glory, the Beygraf of Ket, Shield of the True Faith
Capital: Lopolla

Ket is the frontier state of the Baklunish and a trading center between eastern Flanaess and the world beyond. For many decades it has alternately menaced the states east and south, and threatened them by invasion. Despite this continual warfare, the land flourished due to the rich trade with the Baklunish states, Perrenland, Bissel and Veluna. This mixture of cultures includes the people themselves, for the Kettites are of mixed racial stock, albeit of Baklunish culture for the most part.

The Archclericy of Veluna

Ruler: His Venerable Reverence, the Canon of Veluna; Shepherd of the Faithful
Capital: Mitrik

The Archclericy of Veluna has long been a shining example of the better side of humankind in the Flanaess. Since the state became independent, it has treated fairly and justly with its neighbours and championed the cause of righteousness everywhere. After the unfortunate Short War, Veluna returned to normal affairs and only engaged in formal military action again when the Horde of Elemental Evil manifested itself (CY 569).
The Archclericy aids Bissel, Highfolk and is on close terms with Furyondy.

The Knights of Veluna (Order of the Hart)

The Knights of the Order of the Hart were organized to assure the central states (Furyondy, Veluna, Highfolk) retained their freedom and purpose. The Knights of the Hart are sworn to be ready at an instant's notice to serve as a vanguard. They maintain certain strongholds, serve in various capacities in the associated nations, and have roving troops scouting possible trouble areas and hostile borders as well.
It is said there are but 80 knights of Veluna, although each is of great repute and commands many sergeants and men-at-arms. Their coat of arms is sable, a pair of antlers or.