Kartek

General Overview
The Kartek Horde is a continuation state of both the Holy Tzardom of Greater Arxella and the large nomadic nation the Gertek Horde. The nation is situated on the northern coast of the eastern continent of Sparwood, with the nation holding two capitals, Vosokogrod (the Western Arxellan Capital) and Gortovar (the eastern Gertek Capital), with each respective centers being led by the respective rulers of the diarchy. As it currently stands, the Kartek Diarchy is currently bordered to its north by the Frosmyrean State of Reingard, to the west by the Soleannen Empire of Escharia and the mountainous nation of Vraelea. It is also bordered to its south by the Frosymyrean state of Fjellheim, as well as portions of Vraelea.

The nation is styled with a mix of both Western Europe medieval themes and themes of various cultures of the Steppe. This mix of theming also includes its Government, with the Leader of Arxella holding the title of Tzar, while the leader of the Gertek Horde holds the title of Khan. The meaning behind the Nation's given name of 'Kartek ' is currently unknown. The official language of the Nation is currently Travelers Tongue, the most widely spoken language in Rathnir.

History
The Formation of the Kartek Diarchy - [19/05/2021]


 * The Arxellans and the Gertek nomads were on the 'brink of war' however luckily both sides decided that it would be both sides mutual interests, to avoid a destructive war. Which could destroy both 'nations'. with them deciding to form anocratic, nation called the Kartek Diarchy where the Gerek Khan and the Tzar of Arxella hold equal power, and where there is a High Council to break political deadlock. This High Council consists of five people, the Minister of War appointed by the Tzar of Arxella, the Minister of Religion appointed by the Gertek Khan, and three elected officials from the general public.

Towns:
Vosokogrod: Capitol of West Kartek/Arxella; Medieval Russian/German style.

Gortovar: Capitol of East Kartek/Gertek; Magyar (Steppe nomad) style.

Eksburg: Capitol of North Kartek/Wahroongistan; General Medieval style.

Waldorf: Capitol of the Ruhevald Province (Maldun); Ancient Germanic/Celtic themed

Sologrod: Town in West Kartek/Arxella; Medieval Russian/German style.

Golgograd: Town in East Kartek/Gertek; Medieval Russian/German style.

Riverwood: Town in Wahroongistan/North Kartek; Medieval German/English style.

Erobern: Town in West Kartek/Arxella; Medieval German/Russian style.

States and Territories:
Arxella: Directly controlled by

Gertek:

Ruhevald: The Ruhevald Province of Kartek (formerly known as Maldun), is a separate territory, not in the direct control of either Arxella or Gertek. This region inhabited by an ancient people, who returned back to their ancestral home. The towns and people of this region are much simpler, with training for war and acquiring gear some of their favorite pastimes. A tradition of the inhabitants of the Ruhevald province is the Festival of Giving, held every Sunday where they recognize and gift items to new citizens of their towns.