Cormyr

Cormyr was, until recently, one of the most prosperous countries of Faerûn. Now, it is a country under threat from all sides and barely holding on to order. Nobles bicker over land rights, immoral Sembian merchants are trying to gain a trading foothold, not to mention a Cult of the Dragon cell, the Zhentarim presence, the city of Shade, and threats from the ruins of Myth Drannor. Worse still, the country is still reeling from The Goblin War and the loss of their beloved King Azoun IV. Bandits plague the roads and remnants of the orc and goblin armies infest the forests. The town of Tilverton was destroyed in battle against the Shadovar, leaving the strategically important northeast of the country open to raiders wishing to invade.

The current ruler, Regent Alusair Obarskyr, has her hands full in dealing with all of these threats. Luckily she has the experienced Purple Dragon Knights and War Wizards at her disposal.

Adventuring is frowned upon without an official license, but adventurers could likely lend a tremendous amount of aid to the overstretched Cormyrian military. Lady Alusair has been known to offer land in exchange for services rendered to her country, so this is a place adventurers wanting to make a name for themselves tend to flock to.

History
Cormyr was founded in 26 DR. Its first king was Faerlthann Obarskyr, son of Ondeth Obarskyr and Suzara Obarskyr. The kingdom was initially formed from a need for the elves and humans in the region to get along. Since that time, Cormyr has grown by absorbed the two realms of Esparin and Orva and claiming the Stonelands as its own.

Recent history
The Goblin Wars have done significant damage to the kingdom and internal and external struggles threaten to tear the kingdom apart.

Government
Cormyr has been ruled by monarchy ever since it was founded. There are some in recent times who would like to see the nation run by council.

Geography
The Storm Horns mountains form a boundary to the north and west of Cormyr. Cormyr itself is dotted with beacon towers, used to quickly relay messages across the land.

Cities and Towns
All population figures are at 1372 DR, unless otherwise noted.
 * Suzail (Capital), Population: 45,009.
 * Arabel, Population: 30,606.
 * Dhedluk, Population: 936.
 * Eveningstar, Population: 954.
 * Immersea, Population: 1,170.
 * Marsember, Population: 36,007.
 * Thunderstone, Population: 1,800.
 * Tilverton, Population: Empty (see history)
 * Waymoot, Population: 1,980.
 * Wheloon, Population: 6,661.
 * Wheloon, Population: 6,661.

Nobility
The nobility of Cormyr are the most wealthy and influential households. There is an annual ceremony at the beginning of the summer where each noble house comes to Suzail to meet and see the monarch and discuss their achievements over the previous year, before retiring to their summer residences. Nobles swear allegiance to the crown on the sword Symylazarr.

Laws of the Kingdom
Only someone with Obarskyr blood may assume the crown. This means that, for example, Queen Filfaeril Obarskyr could not assume the crown.

The following laws are posted at all major entry points to Cormyr.

Laws of Cormyr
 * 1) All persons entering Cormyr must register with the officials of a border garrison.
 * 2) Foreign currency can only be used in certain locations. Please exchange your coins for Cormyrean golden lions at your first opportunity.
 * 3) Adventurers must acquire a charter before undertaking any operation as a group.
 * 4) All weapons must be peace-bonded. The only persons exempt from this law are members of chartered adventuring groups and members of mercenary groups that can offer proof of employment.
 * 5) Harming cats is forbidden.
 * 6) Bow your head to royalty and the local nobility.
 * 7) Purple Dragons have the right to search you upon request.
 * 8) Hunting on private land is forbidden.