Ekbir

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Ekbir
The arms of Ekbir, as depicted in the Living Greyhawk Gazetteer (2000).
General information
Demonym:Ekbiri
Region:Baklunish Basin
Government
Ruler:Sultan Xargun II[note 1]
Government:Monarchy
Alignments:Lawful good, lawful neutral
Established:2243 BH (-417 CY)
Demographics
Capital:Ekbir City
Major towns:Fashtri (10,000); Zafreh
Provinces:Numerous minor sheikdoms
Population:1,960,000
Races:
Baklunish:  96 %
Halfling:  2 %
Elf:  1 %
Other:  1%
Languages:Baklunish
Groups
Religions:Al'Akbar, Istus
Allies:Tusmit (sometimes), Zeif (sometimes)
Enemies:Zeif (sometimes), Tusmit (sometimes), Tiger Nomads (sometimes), Ket (sometimes), Knights of the Watch, Ataphads
Miscellaneous
Coinage:star (pp), cup (gp), sentry (cp), charger (sp), galley (ep)[1]

Ekbir, properly known as the Sultanate of Ekbir,[2][note 2] is a political state of the Flanaess. It is situated in the Baklunish Basin region of the Flanaess, upon the shores of the Dramidj Ocean.

adventure takes here an epic magnitude, in the wake of great heroes of ancient times whose exploits are still praised in books, poems and songs.

History

Founded by survivors of the Invoked Devastation who fled northeast, the small port-city quickly grew as northern nomads came to trade with the new settlers.

Geography

Geography and climate

Borders

Ekbir is bordered by the Dramidj Ocean to the west, the Yatil Mountains and Yecha Hills to the north, the Blashikmund River to the east, and the Tuflik River to the south. Across the Tuflik and Blashikmund lie the neighboring states of Zeif and Tusmit, respectively, while the Tiger Nomads lie to the north across the Yatils and Yechas. Most of the Udgru Forest lies in the northern reaches of Ekbir.

Climate

While the coastal areas of Ekbir are pleasant and mild year-round, winters within the interior can be rather severe.[4]

Administrative divisions

There are "numerous minor sheikdoms"[4] in Ekbir. In the Living Greyhawk campaign, the provinces were named. (see below)

People

Population and demographics

Ekbiri natives are almost entirely of Baklunish ancestry.

Religion

The most widely worshipped deity in Ekbir is Al'Akbar, but the entire Baklunish pantheon has adherents throughout the nation. The State favors Al'Akbar, Istus, Mouqol, and Geshtai.[4]

Languages

While there are other languages spoken, and Common is not rare, the Baklunish language is by far the most widely-spoken in Ekbir.[4]

Notable individuals

Society and culture

Law

Magic

Education

Government

Heraldry

Ekbir's coat of arms is blazoned thus: Gules, Baklunish script sable, over all in honor a cross moline in saltire or.

Economy

Resources

Trade

Currency

Ekbir's coinage are named: star (pp), cup (gp), charger (sp), galley (ep).[1] and sentry (cp). There are also instances of quest (sp)[citation needed] and guard (bp).[citation needed]

"Galley" is also used by Dyvers for their electrum coins.[5]

Taxation

Travel

Military

Land forces

Knightly orders

  • Farises—mounted warriors in service to Al'Akbar, noted for nobility[6] and discipline[7] The knighthood was formed under Udmey the Seer to "defend the nation, clergy, pilgrims, and citizens. They also served as a counterbalance to the mounted raiders of the plains."[8]

The Ekbiri navy was established by Udmey the Seer.[8]

Relationships

Enemies

... enemies of Ekbir, amongst whom are the fierce Chakyiks and the Ataphads.

Allies

Other

In Living Greyhawk

During the Living Greyhawk campaign (2000-2008), the Ekbir region (France) created a large opus of new content for the World of Greyhawk™.

Administrative divisions

  • Dagbakir
  • Darboz
  • Darrazir
  • Dezbat
  • Diyarkadir
  • Doab
  • Kodjayaz
  • Ishangarb
  • Mazrashan
  • Murenshi
  • Qaradol
  • Regzar
  • Talled
  • Udgru
  • Varlikir

Creative origins

Publication history

See also

Disclaimer:Any lore presented through the following links does not necessarily adhere to established officially published content, and the views expressed do not necessarily represent the views of the editors of this wiki.

References

Notes

  1. ↑ In earlier sources, Xargun is only referred to by name, and not given the "II" suffix.
  2. ↑ In earlier sources, Ekbir is referred to as a caliphate instead of a sultanate. "Caliph" is an Islamic religious title referring solely to Muslim men related to Prophet Muhammad. It is not used to refer to people outside Islam.[3] "Sultan" is a more accurate word for an equivalent to a "king". The usage was changed in the Dungeon Master's Guide (2024).[2]

Citations

  1. ↑ a b Slaver, p.8.
  2. ↑ a b Dungeon Master's Guide (2024), p.9.
  3. ↑ Afsaruddin, A.. Caliph. Encyclopedia Britannica, 2025-02-14. Retrieved on 2025-04-25.
  4. ↑ a b c d Living Greyhawk Gazetteer (2000), p.42.
  5. ↑ Living Greyhawk Gazetteer (2000), p.40.
  6. ↑ Living Greyhawk Gazetteer (2000), p.115.
  7. ↑ Living Greyhawk Gazetteer (2000), p.136.
  8. ↑ a b Living Greyhawk Gazetteer (2000), p.43.

Bibliography

———. World of Greyhawk Fantasy Game Setting. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1983.

Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index

The Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index (EGI) is based on previous work of Jason Zavoda through '08, continued by numerous other fans. The EGI article has a list of sources, product names, abbreviations, and a link to the full, downloadable index.

Topic Type Description Product Page/Card/Image

Al'Akbar, Mosque of (Ekbir) Building Temple, Living Greyhawk Gazetteer 42, 43
Charger coin - Silver piece (Ekbir) Item Coin, Living Greyhawk Gazetteer 42
Charger coin - Silver piece (Ekbir) Item Coin, Living Greyhawk Gazetteer 42
Cord of Ekbir +1 (Garrote) Item Encyclopedia Magica - Volume I 330
Cord of Ekbir +1 (Garrote) Item Greyhawk Adventures 88
Cup coin - Gold pieces (Ekbir) Item Coin, Living Greyhawk Gazetteer 42
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Dragon magazine #253 43
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Dragon magazine #265 60
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), From the Ashes: Atlas of the Flanaess 25
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), From the Ashes: References Card #8
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), From the Ashes: References Card #2
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), From the Ashes: References Card #3
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Greyhawk Adventures 84, 87-89
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Greyhawk Wars: Adventurer's Book 16, 30
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Ivid the Undying 48
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Living Greyhawk Gazetteer IC, 5, 42, 43, 67, 84, 114, 115, 116, 122, 129, 136, 137, 142, 148, 160, 161, 165
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Living Greyhawk Journal #0 3, 13
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Living Greyhawk Journal #1 4, 32
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Living Greyhawk Journal #2 6
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Living Greyhawk Journal #4 28
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Living Greyhawk Journal #5 21
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Player's Guide to Greyhawk 6, 8, 36, 46, 47
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Return of the Eight 43
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Sea of Death 6, 33, 38, 45, 47
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), Saga of Old City 141
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), The Adventure Begins 16, 38
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), WG8 Fate of Istus 21, 25
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), The World of Greyhawk Fantasy World Setting (Folio) IC, 2, 7, 9, 12, 14, 17, 19, 20, 24, 25
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), WGR2 Treasures of Greyhawk 37
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), WGR4 The Marklands 71
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) 21
Ekbir city Settlement Ekbir, Capital, Settlement, (219CY Pop 10,000), (576 pop: 29400), (585 pop: 30650), (591 pop: 63700), World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) 9, 11, 12, 17, 31, IBC
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Dragon magazine #052 18, 20
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Dragon magazine #055 17
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Dragon magazine #056 18
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Dragon magazine #057 13
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Dragon magazine #306 95
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Dragon magazine #315 53, 54
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), From the Ashes: Atlas of the Flanaess 11, 17, 25, 40, 44, 49, 56
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), From the Ashes: Campaign Book 16, 74
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), From the Ashes: References Card #02
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Greyhawk Adventures 84, 87-89
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Greyhawk Wars: Adventurer's Book 16, 30
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Ivid the Undying 48
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Living Greyhawk Journal #0 3, 13
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Living Greyhawk Journal #1 4, 32
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Living Greyhawk Journal #2 6
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Living Greyhawk Journal #4 28
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Living Greyhawk Journal #5 12, 13, 21
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Player's Guide to Greyhawk 6, 8, 36, 46, 47
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Polyhedron magazine #163 107
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Reference SEE Ekbir city
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Return of the Eight 43
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Sea of Death 6, 33, 38, 45, 47
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), Saga of Old City 141
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), The Adventure Begins 16, 38
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), WG8 Fate of Istus 21, 25
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), The World of Greyhawk Fantasy World Setting (Folio) IC, 2, 7, 9, 12, 14, 17, 19, 20, 24, 25
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), WGR2 Treasures of Greyhawk 37
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), WGR4 The Marklands 25, 71
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) 13, 21, 28, 31, 38, 43, 47, 52, 54, 55, 60, IBC
Ekbir, Calaphate of Kingdom (576 pop: 100000), (591 pop: 1960000), World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) 9, 11, 12, 17, 31, IBC
Ekbiri {Ekbirian} People Group People, Dragon magazine #195 95
Ekbiri {Ekbirian} People Group People, Dragon magazine #269 65
Ekbiri {Ekbirian} People Group People, From the Ashes: Atlas of the Flanaess 25, 34
Ekbiri {Ekbirian} People Group People, Living Greyhawk Gazetteer 84, 122
Ekbiri {Ekbirian} People Group People, Living Greyhawk Journal #0 7
Ekbiri {Ekbirian} People Group People, WGR4 The Marklands 25
Galley coin - Electrum pieces (Dyvers, Ekbir) Item Coin, Living Greyhawk Gazetteer 40, 42
Galley coin - Electrum pieces (Dyvers, Ekbir) Item Coin, Slavers, AD&D 2e 8
Hoddo Ekbir (Battle Cry) Verbal communication Phrase, Sea of Death 47
Sands of Ekbir Building Inn, Tavern, Bar, or Restaurant , Dungeon magazine #147 93
Sentry coin - Copper pieces (Ekbir) Item Coin, Living Greyhawk Gazetteer 42
Star coin - Platinum pieces (Ekbir) Item Coin, Living Greyhawk Gazetteer 42
Tapestry of Ekbir Item Encyclopedia Magica - Volume IV 1427
Tapestry of Ekbir Item Greyhawk Adventures 84
Zashassar of Ekbir Building College or School, Living Greyhawk Journal #0 7
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