Rjurik Colonies

The distant and icy realms of Thaele harbors vast stands of timber, rich mineral deposits, and even occasional fertile valleys sheltered from the wind and fed by volcanic hot springs hidden among its folded, wrinkled hills.

A few Rjurik live here – colonists are found in frontier cities located along the rugged coastline or in sheltered valleys. Although they retain close ties with their homelands in the form of trade and sea links, these colonies essentially function as independent states.

The most prominent colonies are Hoekstraad, Tjarvaald and Rjalford.