Shidras

Shidras is the largest and most diverse continent of Edrilia, a land of misty mountains, lush forests, fertile plains, and sprawling coasts. Its landscapes are breathtaking yet perilous, with vast wildernesses that remain unexplored, home to dangerous beasts and hidden treasures.

The continent is dominated by powerful feudal houses, locked in constant rivalry and bound by a rigid caste system. Individuals are born into their roles and expected to fulfill them, or else risk exile and dishonor. The warrior caste is the most visible embodiment of this system: infants are taken at birth, given to the houses they will serve, and stripped of ties to their biological families. They are all marked with a shared surname tied to their region of origin, binding them to duty rather than blood.

In the cold northern mountains, fierce warrior clans and shamanistic tribes endure the harsh environment, finding strength in tradition and communion with the spirits of the land. The central and southern plains are dotted with towns and villages of farmers, traders, and artisans, where life is simpler but no less governed by honor, respect, and loyalty. Feudal lords rule with absolute authority, and their retainers, knights, samurai, and soldiers of the warrior caste, are renowned across Edrilia for their martial skill and discipline.

The people of Shidras value tradition, artistry, and order. Pottery, calligraphy, and intricate metalwork reflect their devotion to craft, while music and dance, accompanied by traditional instruments, form an essential part of community and ceremony. Honor and reverence for ancestors shape daily life, and society prizes loyalty to one’s house above all else. Yet even within this structure, there are those who seek the unknown, venturing into Shidras’ untamed wilds driven by a hunger for discovery and adventure.