Vanarch

Vanarch, formally called the Kingdom of Vanarch, is a country located on the continent of Vanarch, in the southern hemisphere of Kean. It is the second largest country in the world. Vanarch is located on the continent of the same name, and controls a number of islands to the east. Its capital, Rilathor, is among the biggest cities in the world, and a major trading port; the autonomous cities of Novun and Boralus are also major trade centers.

History
Before the 17th century, the continent of Vanarch was ruled by several kingdoms that lived in relative peace, until war broke out in 1635. The Vanian War resulted in the collapse of these kingdoms; the only one to make it out was the island country of Durran, which isolated itself early on in the war to avoid economic collapse. By 1667, the Vanian War had fully come to a halt, and the Treaty of Hyr was signed, thus beginning a new era of peace between the nations.

However, the Vanian countries continued to struggle, even after relations were re-established. Eventually, a noble lord of the nation of Rhunan, Rilathon I, proposed to the Vanians that they unite under one sovereign banner, which was met with wide support across Vanarch. In 1685 the Kingdom of Vanarch was formed, and Rilathon I became its first king; his reign lasted until 1723, when he died at the age of 86.

Soon the Kingdom of Vanarch was prospering, and established relations with the kingdoms of Haliv, Lurr, and Sora, forming the international Vanian Union. By the late 18th century, Durran left isolation upon seeing Vanarch's success, and joined the union as well.