Introduction

Set upon the northern plains and frozen coasts of Fódlan, the Holy Kingdom of Faerghus stands as a realm forged in hardship. Born from rebellion against imperial rule and sustained by a proud, knightly tradition, the Kingdom bears a history shaped by faith, honor, and tragedy.

This chronicle recounts the story of Faerghus from its earliest roots to contemporary events of IY 1180, concluding at the dawn of the Great Tree Moon.

I. Origins in the Northern Marches

— Before Imperial Year 747

Before the Kingdom emerged, the northern territories existed as a collection of provincial districts under the Adrestian Empire. These lands were populated by peoples hardened by harsh winters, bound by traditions of martial discipline, communal duty, and reverence for ancestral lineage.

Though technically imperial subjects, northern lords enjoyed a degree of autonomy earned through centuries of frontier warfare. Their leadership rested on merit, military strength, and honor, laying the foundation for the knightly culture the region would later be known for.

Tensions between the distant imperial court and its northern governors were longstanding and steadily intensified across generations.

II. The Secession and Founding of the Kingdom

— Culminating in Imperial Year 747

Strained by cultural differences and dissatisfaction with imperial centralization, northern lords rose in rebellion. The Church of Seiros—concerned with the Empire’s increasing rigidity—offered guidance, and the rebellion eventually succeeded.

In IY 747, the northern provinces formally proclaimed themselves the Holy Kingdom of Faerghus.
Its capital was established at Fhirdiad, the kingdom’s largest settlement and home of ancient noble lines.

The Kingdom’s founding sovereign was Loog, the King of Lions, whose Crest-bearing lineage became the royal house. His companions and their descendants formed the noble houses that would define Faerghus’s aristocracy.

The new country was built upon:

• Devout adherence to the Church of Seiros

• A chivalric code emphasizing honor, loyalty, and self-sacrifice

• A defensive posture toward the expansive Empire to the south

These principles continue to shape Faerghus to this day.

III. The Age of Knights and Faith

— IY 747 to ~IY 1100

For centuries after its founding, Faerghus endured a cycle of border skirmishes, territorial disputes, and cultural development. The Kingdom cultivated a proud knightly class, famed for its unwavering resolve and military discipline.

Throughout this era:

• The Church of Seiros held deep influence over royal policy

• Noble houses maintained strict martial training traditions

• Knights upheld codes of duty, restraint, and personal honor

• The harsh climate forged a stoic resilience in the population

It was also in these years that the Kingdom’s tradition of personal valor became culturally paramount. Great warriors were celebrated, and noble prestige was tied directly to battlefield excellence.

The Kingdom and the Empire clashed intermittently over trade, borders, and ideology, though none of these conflicts escalated into full-scale war.

IV. Internal Conflicts and Regional Divisions

— IY 1100 to 1170

Despite romanticized portrayals of unity, Faerghus was no stranger to internal discord. The Knightly Code maintained order, but regional divisions often strained the kingdom:

• The northern coasts, harsh and isolated, developed fiercely independent customs

• The western dominions held stronger ties to Sreng and dealt frequently with invasions

• The eastern houses, closer to the Church, maintained more ecclesiastical influence

These differences occasionally erupted into disputes over knightly succession, dueling rights, and administrative authority.

Across generations, feuds among noble houses shaped Faerghus’s political landscape more profoundly than any foreign threat.

V. The Tragedy of Duscur

— Imperial Year 1168

The most devastating event in recent Faerghian history occurred when King Lambert, a progressive ruler who sought diplomatic reforms and continental cooperation, was assassinated.

The tragedy unfolded in the territory of Duscur, a northern region with its own cultural identity.

In the aftermath, the Kingdom blamed the people of Duscur for the king’s death, though the true orchestrators remained unknown.
The response was swift and brutal: Duscur was purged, its people massacred or displaced, its lands declared forbidden.

This catastrophe:

• Devastated the royal family

• Radically shifted political power

• Plunged Faerghus into distrust and fear

• Left Prince Dimitri—the sole survivor of the royal family’s attack—deeply scarred

The Kingdom has never fully recovered from the consequences of this tragedy.

VI. Regency and Noble Power Struggles

— IY 1169 to 1180

With King Lambert dead and Prince Dimitri too young to rule, the Kingdom fell under the regency of the Cornelia administration in Fhirdiad and the oversight of the major noble houses.

In these years:

• Many influential nobles strengthened their regional autonomy

• Fhirdiad’s court became rife with political maneuvering

• Old feuds reignited under the guise of managing the kingdom’s recovery

• Suspicion, rivalry, and instability spread across Faerghus

Though the Kingdom remained outwardly stable, power was increasingly fractured behind closed doors.

VII. Noble Houses of the Holy Kingdom of Faerghus

— Updated to Imperial Year 1180

The Kingdom is held together by a network of noble families whose reputations and territories define northern political life.

1. House Blaiddyd

Seat: Fhirdiad
Crest: Major Crest of Blaiddyd
The royal house of Faerghus, heirs of Loog the King of Lions. Renowned for superhuman might and unyielding honor. King Lambert’s death left the line in tragedy; Prince Dimitri is now the heir and Crown Prince.

2. House Fraldarius

Seat: North of Fhirdiad
Crest: Major Crest of Fraldarius
Steadfastly loyal to the crown. Renowned for strategic brilliance, uncompromising morality, and knightly valor. Felix, heir to the house, is known for unmatched swordsmanship.

3. House Gautier

Seat: Eastern Faerghus
Crest: Crest of Gautier
Guardians of the eastern frontier, often combating Sreng incursions. Masters of cavalry warfare. Their territory includes the frozen plains and mountainous borderlands.

4. House Galatea

Seat: Northern Coast
Crest: Minor Crest of Cichol
Once prosperous, now weakened by economic burdens. Famous for its pegasus knights and maritime defense. Their lands endure harsher winters than any other province.

5. House Rowe

Seat: Western Faerghus
Crest: None
A house of political opportunists with a history of shifting allegiances, yet controlling important trade routes and ports. Their influence is considerable despite a lack of Crest.

6. House Kleiman and the Minor Clans

Seat: Scattered Regions
Crests: Varies
Numerous lesser houses enforce regional law, command knightly orders, and defend rural settlements. Many trace their lineage back to Loog’s companions.

VIII. The Situation in Imperial Year 1180

— Up to the Great Tree Moon

The Holy Kingdom of Faerghus stands at a moment of quiet but intense upheaval.

1. Prince Dimitri’s return from the Empire

After years spent under the tutelage of Emperor Ionius IX and Princess Edelgard, Dimitri has returned to Fhirdiad and now studies at the Officers Academy. His return stirs both hope and anxiety, as many nobles see in him the last chance for unity.

2. Internal division and instability

The aftermath of Duscur still haunts the nation. Military commanders, regional lords, and court factions continue to wrestle for influence. The Regency Council maintains order, but tensions simmer beneath the surface.

3. Border conflicts with Sreng

Raids along the northern coast and eastern frontier continue as Sreng tribes test Faerghian defenses. House Gautier bears the brunt of this ongoing strain.

4. Frigid harvest cycles and food scarcity

Unusual storms in recent years have diminished crops, causing shortages in rural regions. Peasant uprisings remain rare but not unheard of.

5. The Knights of Seiros and the Church’s Role

The Kingdom’s close relationship with the Church remains intact. Many officers and nobles train under Church discipline, and Faerghus continues to be the most devout of the Three Nations.

6. Convergence at the Officers Academy

Heirs of Faerghus, Leicester, and Adrestia all gather at Garreg Mach Monastery.
This unification of future leaders marks the beginning of a new chapter—one poised to reshape the Kingdom’s destiny.

Conclusion

As of the Great Tree Moon, Imperial Year 1180, the Holy Kingdom of Faerghus remains a land defined by its devotion, chivalric ideals, and scars left by past tragedies. Its young Crown Prince seeks a path of redemption and justice, even as political instability and the bitter legacy of Duscur threaten to fracture the realm further.

Faerghus stands resilient—cold, proud, and watchful—on the edge of a new age.