Berowick

Berowick was the third duchy founded after the Free Kingdom was established. They are a duchy of farmers first, and everything else second. They are exceedingly loyal to their Duchess and to their Queen, often taking a dim view of outsiders.

They have more Shires than any other duchy.

In general, Berowickians are home bodies with a deep love of hearth and home and consequently very protective of their loved ones and their land.

It is the breadbasket of the kingdom, growing wheat, barley, and rye, as well as most of the vegetables and berries consumed by the kingdom. It is also known for its superior beers.

Duchess of Berowick

Dutches Cynthia Valhelm

Colors

Pale gray with a blue gryphon

Makeup Requirements

Humans are not required to wear make-up.

Nobles are held to a higher standard of costuming than commoners, frequently appearing in some variation of their house colors. The fabrics will be of a higher quality and have more trim. New players coming in as nobles must have their costuming approved by the Berowick marshal.

Sleeves and skirts/pants that can be hiked or tied are commonly seen in the peasant classes. Trumpet sleeves are fashionable for the noblewoman, and noblemen tend to wear sleeves that do not tie at the wrist and pants that do not tie at the ankle.

Population

Unlimited at this time.

Profession Information

Preferred Professions: Any

Forbidden Professions: None, individual houses may have restrictions

Preferred Magic: Any

Forbidden Magic: None

Affinities

Weapon: None

Magic: None

Production: None

Skill Information

Bonus Craft: Farming

Required for Nobles: Cartography

Special Skills: None

Special Masteries: None

Inherent Advantages:

None.

Starting Humans may buy the Nobility skill (only at character creation) if they wish.

Inherent Disadvantages:

None.