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Rajamala

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A land where empires rise beneath the blazing sun and ancient gods walk unseen among mortals. From the chariot-lords of the northern Hindayan Empire to the Tamilan dynasties of the south, every kingdom is a jewel on the endless garland of Rajamala. Beyond humans roam tiger warriors, elephant sages, and serpent sorcerers who remember the world’s first dawn. Here, holy wars are waged in the name of god-kings, jungle spirits guard forgotten temples.

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Arupadai

Arupadai

Arupadai is the first defensive town of Velanthari, strategically built to train soldiers and repel the northern Sarajvahana invaders. It features fortified walls, extensive training grounds, and barracks bustling with disciplined troops.

Chita Kot

Chita Kot

A formidable war city ruled by Warlord Bhairav Kahl, known for its relentless military discipline and fiery rituals. The city thrives on the strength of its warriors and the power of its volcanic forges.

Handrakuta

Handrakuta

An island shrouded in perpetual mist, blending dense jungle with towering basalt cliffs. Revered by Tamilan mystics as a sacred and haunted place, it hosts sparse hermits, pilgrim communities, Baghru clans, and rumored Shvetaraj enclaves.

Harit Dur

Harit Dur

Harit Dur is a verdant-walled fortress city on the Hindayan frontier, ruled by the formidable Warlord Amarjit Varma. The city is a strategic military hub surrounded by lush, irrigated fields that sustain its population and armies. Its green-tiled rooftops gleam under the sun, symbolizing prosperity and resilience in a contested borderland.

Himadvara

Himadvara

A cold, mountainous region marked by towering stone fortresses guarding perilous passes. It thrives on trade but faces constant threats from Kuru mercenaries and rogue Surajvahana warlords.

Indana Sea

Indana Sea

A vast, humid, and hot sea surrounding the continent of Rajamala, known for its frequent storms and treacherous waters. The sea is notorious for vanara pirates who use the storms to their advantage, preying on unwary ships.

Kaveripuram

Kaveripuram

Kaveripuram is the bustling coastal capital of Velanthari, a Tamilan warrior state, ruled by the formidable Nayaka Arulmozhi Velan. The city is known for its strategic harbor, vibrant markets, and strong martial traditions.

Lal Ghoda

Lal Ghoda

Lal Ghoda is a fortified sandstone citadel serving as the stronghold of Warlord Rudra Sen, known for its strategic military importance and vast horse paddocks that supply cavalry forces.

Main Port District – Free Svarnapura

Main Port District – Free Svarnapura

The bustling heart of Free Svarnapura, this port district thrives with trade, diverse cultures, and constant maritime activity, serving as the city's primary gateway to the sea.

Manaveli

Manaveli

Manaveli is a sacred mountain realm where ancient rites are performed in hidden strongholds. It is a nexus of serpent-folk diplomacy, blending Tamilan leadership with Nāgaraja enclaves, Shvetaraj emissaries, and mercenary forces of Baghru and Rakshaka.

Maruthur

Maruthur

Maruthur is a dense, vibrant jungle realm serving as the Tamilan bulwark against northern Hindayan invasions. It thrives on herbal alchemy, guerrilla warfare tactics, and deep spirit worship, uniting diverse clans under the cunning matriarch Nayaka Meenakshi Maruthur.

Nilanagara

Nilanagara

Nilanagara is the bustling trade hub of the Surajvahana empire, strategically located on the great river that links the empire's heartland to its southern provinces and distant lands beyond. It thrives on commerce, cultural exchange, and river traffic, serving as a vital artery for goods and information.

Pirate Quarter - Free Svarnapura

Pirate Quarter - Free Svarnapura

A bustling, lawless district in the port city of Svarnapura, inhabited by pirates, smugglers, and outcasts. The area thrives on black market trade, taverns, and hidden docks, with a rough, chaotic atmosphere.

Rajamala

Rajamala

Rajamala is a vast continent shaped like India, featuring diverse landscapes including dense jungles, expansive plains, deep valleys, and towering mountain ranges. The southern peninsula is dotted with numerous islands, creating a complex maritime region.

Surajvahana Empire

Surajvahana Empire

A vast and powerful empire ruled by the divine God-King Maza Kai, known for its expert chariot warriors and a highly stratified society. The empire is in a golden age of conquest, blending rich culture, religion, and military prowess.

Suryanagara

Suryanagara

Suryanagara is the radiant capital of the Surajvahana Empire, centered around the majestic Sun Temple of Suraja with gilded spires that pierce the sky. The city bustles with diverse traders in vibrant markets, while the royal palace stands grand in red sandstone and marble, symbolizing imperial power and divine favor.

Svarnapura

Svarnapura

Svarnapura is a large, lush island featuring steep volcanic slopes and dense tropical forests, encircled by pristine white beaches. It serves as a prosperous trade hub bustling with Tamilan traders, adventurous Hindayan settlers, Vanara pirates, and enigmatic local fisherfolk who tell tales of sea-serpent legends.

Tamilan States

Tamilan States

A loose confederation of Tamilan states in southern Rajamala, struggling to resist the northern Sarajvahana empire's invasions. The region is marked by fortified towns, fertile rice paddies, and dense tropical forests.

Tharvanna Expanse

Tharvanna Expanse

A vast, unforgiving desert of scorching sands, salt flats, and towering wind-sculpted rock spires. Ancient stone obelisks mark the perilous trade routes guarded by nomadic tribes and exiled outlaws.

Thiruvenkadu

Thiruvenkadu

Thiruvenkadu is the majestic mountain capital of Manaveli, perched high on rugged cliffs and ruled by the wise Nayaka Thiruvannagan. It is known for its strategic fortifications, ancient temples, and vibrant markets nestled within the rocky terrain.

Vahana Frontier

Vahana Frontier

A volatile borderland in the south of the Sarajvahana Empire, governed by Hindayan warlords who serve their god-king and frequently raid the neighboring Tamilan states.

Vanna Palace

Vanna Palace

The grand palace of the Maruthar family in Vannamalai, serving as the residence of ruler Nayaka Meenakshi Maruthur, her husband, and daughter. It is a symbol of power and heritage, blending traditional architecture with opulent decor.

Vannamalai

Vannamalai

Vannamalai is the lush jungle capital of Maruthur, a thriving city nestled within dense tropical foliage, ruled by the cunning and revered matriarch Nayaka Meenakshi Maruthur. The city is a hub of jungle clans, known for its intricate alliances and deep-rooted traditions honoring the wild.

Varunapur

Varunapur

Varunapur is a rugged fortress city perched on steep cliffs overlooking the northern rivers, serving as a vital border defense for the Surajvahana Empire against barbarian tribes.

Velanthari

Velanthari

Velanthari is a fierce martial state on the Eastern Coast, known for expert naval raiders and champions skilled in staff fighting. Ruled by Nayaka Arulmozhi Velan, a proud warlord and master of silambam, the state is fiercely anti-Hindayan and culturally Tamilan with Baghru mercenaries and Vanara scouts.

Xiangshu Protectorate

Xiangshu Protectorate

A remote outer province of the Kuru lands, blending Tibetan and Chinese cultures, known for its fortified towns, terraced tea farms, and monastery-cities nestled in pine-rich high mountain valleys. The region thrives on tea trade and spiritual traditions, with strongholds guarding trade routes and ancient monasteries perched on cliffs.

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