Stanclyf

Stanclyf has a diverse population of people, spread out over different geographical regions of the Duchy. Stanclyf is by far the wealthiest of territories, and at their lowest tier of society, the people live in comfort and a lifestyle that would be considered privileged in other Duchies. This is due to the fact that each town or village in Stanclyf either raises or trains different breeds of horses, or they grow crops to feed the horses. Horses, ponies, and mules bred in Stanclyf are treasured throughout the Empire, and across the mists to other parts of the world. Given the major export of the Duchy, it is no surprise that the culture of the people is dominated by their ties to the horses, and their care and breeding. Seasonal festivals are held in accordance to the breeding patterns of the horse, and the planting and harvesting of grains. The largest of all is the Feast of Thrydhir where breeders bring in their finest animal for a sort of beauty contest. There are a few things that the people of Stanclyf are passionate about (other than horses.) They enjoy the finer things in life, they enjoy personal and public power, and they enjoy gambling. It is rare to find a village that does not have a 'running track' where farmers and breeders bring their swiftest horse for a day of racing. Most of the clothing of Stanclyf is made from natural fabrics that are made to be comfortable while riding. It is rare to see someone from this Duchy wearing anything but dark colors and jewelry made of anything but gold and precious gems. More so than any other Duchy, the people of Stanclyf show off their position in society on their bodies in the form of expensive clothes and jewels.