Lammoth

Lammoth is an impoverished nation that is one of the last remaining parts of the Cetvel Empire.

History
The Lammoth region have long suffered from having a poor resource base. For hundreds of years the Lamm have lived on the edge of the greater empire. Despite the poor region they were often incorporated into various empires and kingdoms. Many times they have sent off young men to die and goods hey could hardly part with. As the empire has ebbed life has grown easier although they are the last real province of the Empire.

Land

 Lammoth is the vast saltwater swamp to the north of the Derwent River. It is mostly salted marsh, being some of the worst farmland anywhere. Even where the ground is solid enough to support crops, I is often salted and useless. While here and there the Lamm use raised gardens, most of their livelihoods are culled from the sea and the fish that nest and breed amongst the plants of the swamp.

People

 The Lamm are a stocky, swarthy people, with broad shoulders and strong backs. Used to brutal labor on land and water, most are excellent swimmers and boatmen.

Culture

 Water fills the imagery of Lamm song and story. While they are loyal sun worshippers, they have integrated many of their own traditions and customs in worship. The church has always had a weak hold on the distant marshes.

Economy

 Very poor, mostly just small fishermen and the occasional farmer. Stone buildings are very rare making the land nearly impossible to fortify, although the land itself is hostile to invaders. Now and then, fashion can make various nesting birds valuable but that is a rare bonus. The taxes they pay are rarely in coin, usually just fish and sometimes timber floated up to the city.