Khabrna

The Plains of Passion The fertile lands of Khabrna comprise the south-eastern reaches of the world, and are often known as the 'plains of passion.' Khabrna's people are fiery tempered and fiercely competitive, which has resulted in numerous wars along its borders.

Description
One of the largest nations in the Shattered Earth, Khabrna is famed for its verdant plains, its volatile people, and its history of war. It is bordered by Imargi to the West, and Kavristan  to the North West, but by far its most notable border is that to the North, with Pharnce, a nation which Khabrna has warred with many times over its long history. The Black Delta that marks the physical boundary between the two nations is a rugged landscape of battlefields and border fortresses.

The western reaches of Khabrna are known as the Fold, as they are home to many farmsteads and the earth has been tilled and folded many times over. The southern regions, known as the Swathes, are separated by the wide rivers of the Southwash and the Shalewater, and are rougher regions dominated by Constructs and mountains where silver and iron ores are mined. East of the capitol Ybrenna are broad plains of the Bridlewash in which Gyesh breeding is common.

Culture
The people of Khabrna are renowned for their ferocity and tenacity. They tend to light or tan skin, and red, auburn and brown hair is common. Khabrnan are known for their passion – they are quick to anger, quick to laughter, quick to lust. It is this volatility that has caused such friction with neighbouring nations, especially Pharnce, whose comparatively recalcitrant people are starkly contrasted with the Khabrnan.

The nation is ruled by the First of the Fold, an elected leader who is both political ruler and the general of Khabrna's armies. The current First, Ekrayne, is a skilled warrioress but also a charismatic and compassionate leader. Under her rule, Khabrna has seen the longest period of peace in its history.

Khabrnan people favour practicality, and opt for function over form. Their towns and cities are constructed with defence in mind; buildings commonly featuring narrow doorways leading to easily defensible hallways, with multiple thin slitted windows for ventilation and light.

Appearance
Working and military class Khabrnan people tend towards simple clothing, commonly opting for thin leathers and hide. Both men and women wear long trousers and flat boots, and many men wear thin shirts or leather vests. Women usually wear high collared cropped leather vests which leave their midriff exposed. Jewellery is common, usually bronze or silver, and both male and female Khabrnan wear a multitude of chokers, bangles, and wristbands on their person. Medium to long hair is common for men and women, though beards and moustaches are widely eschewed.

Amongst the upper classes, men usually wear similarly cut leathers stained with plant dyes for vibrant colours and patterns, and wear their hair shorter and neater. Women wear fitted dresses that often feature plunging necklines or exposed midriffs, and divided skirts, however it is customary to cover the exposed skin with an abundance of jewellery, from bronze necklaces and bangles to studded leather belts.

Notable Locations
●       The Fold

●       The Black Delta

●       The Swathes

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Notable Inhabitants
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