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Murandy
The people of Murandy, much like the people of Altara, do not really considers themselves the residents of a nation. They are more likely to claim allegiance to one or another of the local lords. The ruler of Murandy seldom controls events outside of the capital city of Lugard. Even within Lugard, the monarch is sometimes helpless to affect the course of events. The only reason a monarch is tolerated in Murandy is as a deterrent to incursions by foreign nations. The capital city of Lugard is located in central Murandy, and it is the trade flowing through Lugard which keeps Murandy alive. Despite whatever political conflict might be disrupting daily life in Murandy, trade continues to flow through Lugard. It is one of few cities which has more inns and stables than residences and shops. Lugard was once surrounded by a tall stone wall, but it has since crumbled. In many places around the city, piles of rubble mark where the wall once stood. The many thieves who call Lugard home consider any foreigner a fair mark, and the unpaved roads and alleys are frequently dangerous to travel alone. Murandy plays a minor role in world politics. The lack of an effective ruler makes it difficult for Murandy to defend itself, much less to make its presence felt in the rest of the land.
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