The Grand Duchy of Gallia

Gallia is an autonomous Duchy, led by Duchess Millenia Weiss, that encompasses the North-East part of Valdia. It is famous for it's wines, which are enabled by the region's volcanic soil and ideal combination of sunny and rainy days. The southern area of the country is comprised primarily of rolling countryside within a warm and temperate climate. Further north within the country however are the Gallian High-Lands, a mountainous region entombed in ice and snow. The people of Gallia value grace and decorum above all else, and the nobility often hold extravagant parties and balls.

The Grand Duchy of Gallia is an avid supporter of the Church of Concord, and due to it's devotion the Duchy is allowed some level of autonomy by the church.

Despite the serene and idyllic appearance of Gallia, beneath it's surface are a network of unexplored ruins and tunnels belonging to the ancient Vaestran mages, an archaeic reminder of the Kingdom's previous hold on the land.

Politics
The Grand Duchy of Gallia is a hereditary monarchy, ruled by Duchess Millenia Weiss from the capital city, Neve, on the northern border. Lower ranking nobles may arise by the grace of the Duchess, rather than through an exclusively hereditary nobility. There is an established list of aristocratic titles along with appropriate forms of address. Titles are granted by the reigning Duke/Duchess.

In The Grand Duchy of Gallia, land is owned exclusively by the aristocracy and titles are granted by the Duchess Millenia Weiss herself. Power rests solely in the Duke/Duchess similar to The Kingdom of Vaestrom where power descends from the throne, and unlike The Narenhall Alliance whose power derives from the equal standing of Lords within The League.

Many Gallian nobles belong to its renowned knightly order, the Guild of Beautifcation, which have recently come under the command of the Church of Concord. The martial training of the guild is legendarily harsh, instilling in the knights a fierce discipline and code of honour that takes precedence over the value of their own lives. The penalty for dishonour is death, something that a guild member would welcome if he or she has failed their country. They are honoured by many and are considered amongst the best of all soldiers. They also have unlimited rights when it comes to handling the peasantry; which causes many conflicts between the classes.

Military
As well as having preferential access to the Paladins of Concord, Gallia displays martial prowess in the Guild of Beautification, which boasts great skill in it's infantry and cavalry.