The Geldenreich sage, Polbein the Younger, wrote what is considered to be the definitive thesis on the relationship between the dwarves of Slothjemia and their non-dwarven neighbors. It is called “Strange Bedfellows” and examines not just the city of Kernschloss, but also the region of the Grey Alps. Of special note is the fact that … Continue reading An Orc for All Seasons; Chapter 10

Slothjemia’s naval force is small, and is itself divided into three parts; the Navy that patrols the Dolonau River and forms a defensive force in the Sea of Shadows from its home port of Reichstanta, the Spelljammers that operate from the city of Jaggerholmschloss on the banks of Jagger Lake, and the Marines that serve … Continue reading An Orc for All Seasons; Chapter 9

The dissolution of the Third Imperium led to many changes, and in this part of the continent it led to the rise of the Diosian Lodge. An unholy gathering of undead sorcerers that combined their might to achieve their individual goals, the cabal began to fall into decline as the lich lords gradually lost interest … Continue reading An Orc for All Seasons; Chapter 8

Literacy is not the strong suit of Slothjemia, but in fairness, it does have a slightly higher literacy rate than most of its neighbors. This is partially due to all military officers being required to read and write, even if only at a basic level, in order to hold their rank. However, signs for businesses … Continue reading An Orc for All Seasons; Chapter 7

The Lord Cleaver is a position of immense power in Slothjemia, and is the person who registers and monitors mercenary and paramilitary organizations. Mercenaries have always been a thriving profession in Slothjemia, selling their services to other states, creating a thriving economy on the one thing that Slothjemians do well; fighting. The office of the … Continue reading An Orc for All Seasons; Chapter 6

The country of Slothjemia sits at the crossroads of the continent. To the south are very different cultures and peoples than can be found to the north of the kingdom, and the relatively small nation that sits between them serves as a very effective buffer between powers that would otherwise clash quite badly. It gives … Continue reading An Orc for All Seasons; Chapter 5

The Slothjemian national anthem is a decidedly upbeat and happy sort of song that covers a lot of historical and political material. It gives a brief glimpse at the origin of the country, the sort of people that live there, an encouragement to outsiders to move there and seek a better life, and various threats … Continue reading An Orc for All Seasons; Chapter 4

The Slothjemian military is broken into two parts, the largest of which is the army. This professional fighting force is garrisoned all across the country, usually no more than one per Grafdom, strategically placed so that in case of war there would always be a response. The incredible expense of maintaining this military is offset … Continue reading An Orc for All Seasons; Chapter 3

Squires hold a unique and, some might say, exaggerated role among the aristocracy of Slothjemia. A hybrid “jack-of-all-trades”, squires are instrumental in helping every knight (shr) and dame (shar) that carry on the long tradition of noble questing. Every ruler of Slothjemia has gone on a quest, some more devoted to the pastime than others, … Continue reading An Orc For All Seasons; Chapter 2

The term “goblinoid” is used broadly by many people to describe monstrous nonhumans. However, it properly refers to goblins, xvarts, orcs, jors, hobgoblins, bugbears, orogs, and ogres. Lizardmen, troglodytes, urds, and kobolds are reptilian, and therefore not considered proper goblinoids. There are other races common to Slothjemia, including humans and all manner of demihumans, and … Continue reading An Orc for All Seasons; Chapter 1