The Northern Tribes

Current Grand Chief: Ern’varni

Natural Landmarks: Efern, the vast forest the covers the region; the Verunit, a spring at the heart of Efern, the holiest spot in Eshu.

Resources: lumber, wild game, dyes from wildflowers

Description: The Northern region of Eshu, called Efern, is known for its vast forests, as opposed to the rolling plains of the rest of the land. They are referred to as Eferun, or “men of the trees” by the tribes of the other regions.

Unable to herd any substantial livestock or farm large crops like the rest of the tribes, the Northern tribes are hunters.

The Eferun have ruddy, russet colored skin, with silky dark hair, usually pulled back. They are longer and leaner than their southern brethren, able to leap through the trees or chase down swifter or larger prey. They use spear and bow and arrow to hunt, and tend toward guerrilla tactics in war rather than brute strength.

The Western Tribes

Current Grand Chief: Ser’navi

Natural Landmarks: The Narru River, the only body of water in the region; Mt. Karbiru, a barrier between Eshu and the Other Land.

Resources: ore, fire salt, livestock/meat, spices

Description: The Western region of Eshu is a harsh and rugged territory. The geography is comprised of steep hills, hardy, spiny plant life, and dry, desert like climate, and infamous for its barren soil. 

The tribes of the West get all of their water from the only river running through the region, the Narru. They’re hunter-gatherers, keeping little livestock and unable to grow any crops.

The men of the West are hardy and rugged, with deep brown skin, coarse hair and thick bodies built to survive. They are fierce in battle, wielding large axes made of jagged ore and bone. They’re a hostile and warlike people, known for their conflict with the Southern tribes.

The Central Tribes

Current Grand Chief: Kier’isar

Natural Landmarks: the Emerald Hills, lush green farmland where most of hundreds of different livestock are raised; Rinar Lake, a large natural reservoir.

Resources: livestock, fruit and vegetable crops, wheat and grain, dyes, fabrics, ore, fish

Description: The Central region of Eshu is seen is known as Irobe, or “heart” or “heartland”. The peaceful people of this region are referred to as Irobun, “men of the heartland”. They are the wealthiest region in Eshu, being the central point of all trade on the continent, and are known for their vast, lush and fertile plains 

They are a gentle people, known for their musical voices and large celebrations where they invite every tribe in Eshu. The Irobun have always campaigned for peace throughout the continent and remain neutral in tribal wars.

The Irobun are smaller and leaner than their fellow plainsmen. Because of their peaceful demeanor, they have no need for thick bodies or aggressive tendencies. They are fairer than the rest of the tribes, all with pristine light tan skin, brown or sometimes sandy blonde hair, and light colored eyes. Ko’s mother, Is’sana is from this region, being the daughter of the Isrori tribe’s chieftain, Kier’isar. 

The Eastern Tribes

Current Grand Chief: Orir’atar

Natural Landmarks: The Pale Sea, the large gulf to the far south-east of Eshu, the Elo Marsh, the marshlands near the coast. 

Resources: fish, seashells, gemstones 

Description: The eastern region of Eshu is a wet land of marshes and coastal plains leading to the Pale Sea. They’re the only water-fearing Eshuan and some tribes even set up their villages in the shallows of the sea.

They keep little crops or livestock, relying mostly on the ocean and rivers for food. They’re excellent spear hunters, some say even more accurate with a spear than an Eferun with a bow, and have been long time allies with the Southern tribes.

The people of the East have red, sun kissed skin and brown-auburn hair bleached by the sun. They are the tallest of the tribesmen, even standing over the hardy men of the South, and are renown for their eyesight. They maintain peaceful relations with the Southern and Central tribes, often marrying into those the tribes of those regions and vise versa. Their current Grand Chief, Orir’atar, is old friends with the Southern Grand Chief, Koa’atar. 

The Southern Tribes

Current Grand Chief: Koa’atar

Natural Landmarks: Esebe River, the largest river in Eshu, the Redplain, are giant scorched field where many battles took place. 

Resources: wheat and grain, vegetable crops, livestock, ore, clay, fish

Description: The South is seen as the most powerful region in Eshu. They have the reputation for being a peaceful people, but ending all wars that are brought to them. They’re long time allies of the Eastern tribe, and new allies of the Central tribes, and fought tirelessly with the North and West to bring on and maintain peace. 

The Southern tribes are farmers, keeping vast croplands and keeping many herds of livestock. They maintain trade among their own tribes, but also aid the Central plains the distribution. They have a famed and bloody history with the tribes of the West, particularly the last war led by the Eko trbe of the South and Irkon tribe of the West. 

The people of the south are tall and hardy, with thick body built for farming or fighting. Many are experiences hunters and warriors, but prefer to farm and only kill wild animals in defense. They have dark-reddish brown skin and thick black hair, usually fashioned into locs and wrapped in beads. Ko and his family hail from the Eko tribe in the South, led by Ko’s father, Koa’atar.

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