Belgariad Fancast- Tolnedra

Imperial Tolnedra, as it is so often styled, is one of the wealthiest nations in the world, due to the Toldedran fixation with money.  Pragmatic, clever and realistic, Tolnedrans are often atheists, which rapidly becomes difficult to explain away as the events of the world depend more and more on supernatural occurrences.  The Tolnedrans maintain the highways that keep the West connected as well as the largest standing military body: the legions.

Ran Borune XXIII (Timothy Busfield), Emperor of Tolnedra-  Aging and prone to apoplectic fits of rage, Ran Borune dotes on his outrageous daughter even as he remains vigilant against assassination attempts from rival houses, all looking to claim the throne on his death.  After Ce'Nedra goads him into a fit and absconds with the Imperial Legions, Ran Borune only laughs and sends his best advisor to assist her in her time of need.

General Varana of the House of Anadile (Richard Armitage), later Ran Borune XXIV- Much more serene than the quick witted emperor or fiery princess, Varana "advises" Ce'Nedra (meaning he truly leads the might of Tolnedra against the horde of Angaraks), while Ce'Nedra focuses on shepherding the Alorns.  Ran Bourne was so impressed with his service, he made him his heir, much to the never ending displeasure of the rivals houses all jockeying for power.