Holy Empire of St. Cuthbert

Government
When the current High Cleric of St. Cuthbert dies a council of high-ranking clerics meet to commune with St. Cuthbert, who chooses the next High Cleric from among the leaders of the military.

History
The Holy Empire was founded by the Church of St. Cuthbert after the war between Pre-Karrnathia, Pre-Theath, and Minharath left a large area fractured and without a central government. Many small kingdoms fought for control until Cuthbert united or conquered the fractured kingdoms to bring order to the chaos. During the Karrnathian War the empire lost lands to invading forces. Recently the city of Sundol seceded from the empire and joined the Republic of Falcon Coast.

Religion
The primary religion is the Church of St. Cuthbert. All citizens are required to follow the Word of the Cudgel. However, other churches are allowed, as long as the god is not evil or chaotic. Common churches in the Empire include those of Heironeous and Pelor.

Cities

 * Arcadia
 * Redwall
 * Highshore
 * Childarin
 * Marblelyn