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'''The Lordship of the Isles''' is a series of small island states off the eastern coast of the [[Flanaess]] between the [[Aerdi Sea]] and the [[Oljatt Sea]]. The islands are also known as the Duxchan Islands, part of the [[Asperdi-Duxchan chain|Asperdi-Duxchan]] archipelago. | '''The Lordship of the Isles''', also called the '''Duxchan Islands''', is a series of small island states off the eastern coast of the [[Flanaess]] between the [[Aerdi Sea]] and the [[Oljatt Sea]]. The islands are also known as the Duxchan Islands, part of the [[Asperdi-Duxchan chain|Asperdi-Duxchan]] archipelago. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
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The seven islands of the Lordship separate the Aerdi Sea from the Oljatt Sea. They are off the north coast of [[Hepmonaland]], and east of [[Sunndi]] and the [[Tilvanot Peninsula]] of the [[Scarrlet Order]].<ref name=map>[[Lazaretti map]] (2005).</ref> | The seven islands of the Lordship separate the Aerdi Sea from the Oljatt Sea. They are off the north coast of [[Hepmonaland]], and east of [[Sunndi]] and the [[Tilvanot Peninsula]] of the [[Scarrlet Order]].<ref name=map>[[Lazaretti map]] (2005).</ref> | ||
The three largest islands are the Diren, Ansabo, and Ganode. Three smaller islands, the Jehlum, Mirim, and Luda, are next largest. Finally, | The three largest islands are the Diren, Ansabo, and Ganode. Three smaller islands, the Jehlum, Mirim, and Luda, are next largest. Finally, Temil is a tiny island, barely thirty miles in length.{{csb|LGG|70}} | ||
is ruled by a petty baron | Temil is ruled by a petty baron | ||
=== Terrain and climate === | === Terrain and climate === | ||
The islands are tropical, with extreme heat and humidity year-round. In [[high summer]], "great tropical storms" blow in from the [[Oljatt Sea]].{{csb|LGG|70}} | |||
The islands are volcanic and in the center of most of them are "rocky volcanic peaks" which stick out above the rainforest jungle canopies.{{csb|LGG|70}} | |||
=== Administrative divisions === | === Administrative divisions === | ||
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== People == | == People == | ||
=== Population and demographics === | === Population and demographics === | ||
The [[human]]s of the Lordship are mainly [[Suel|Suloise]], especially in Ansabo and Ganode. [[Oeridian]] ancestry is most common in Diren, Jehlum, Mirim, and Luda. [[Olman]] and [[Touv]]-descended people are found throughout the isles, though are rare{{refn|name=caste |group=note|In earlier sources, such as the ''[[LGG]]'' and ''[[WoG]]'' boxed set, racial minorities in the Lordship of the Isles were "considered lower-caste and often enslaved by the gentry. Slaves working on plantations were "{{csb|LGG|}} }}. | The [[human]]s of the Lordship are mainly [[Suel|Suloise]], especially in Ansabo and Ganode. [[Oeridian]] ancestry is most common in Diren, Jehlum, Mirim, and Luda. [[Olman]] and [[Touv]]-descended people are found throughout the isles, though are rare.{{refn|name=caste |group=note|In earlier sources, such as the ''[[LGG]]'' and ''[[WoG]]'' boxed set, racial minorities in the Lordship of the Isles were "considered lower-caste and often enslaved by the gentry. Slaves working on plantations were "{{csb|LGG|}} }}. | ||
=== Religion === | === Religion === | ||
For clear reason, the sea-deities [[Osprem]] and [[Xerbo]] are popular on the islands. [[Norebo]] is also commonly worshiped, being a roguish sort who encourages risk-taking brashness. Other deities from the [[:Category:Suel deities|Suel pantheon]] are also worshipped in the Lordship.{{csb|LGG|70}} | |||
=== Languages === | === Languages === | ||
In addition to [[Common]], due to the cultural ancestry and founding of the isles, [[Ancient Suloise]] is spoken, especially on Ansabo and Ganode isles. [[Elven language|Elvish]] and the [[Halfling#Language|halfling language]] are also commonly spoken. | |||
=== Notable individuals === | === Notable individuals === | ||
* Princess [[Ronthal III]] (female human)—[[576 CY]] | |||
* Prince [[Ranold]] (male human)—[[564 CY|564]]-[[584 CY|584]] in earlier editions, Ranold led the Lordship | |||
* Prince [[Frolmar Ingerskatti]] (N male human Ftr12)— in [[591 CY]], and after, in the ''[[Living Greyhawk]]'' campaign. | |||
== Society and culture == | == Society and culture == | ||
== Government == | == Government == | ||
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=== Heraldry === | === Heraldry === | ||
The coat of arms of the Lordship of the Isles depicts a black anchor with a crown atop it, on a navy blue field. | |||
== Economy == | == Economy == | ||
=== Resources === | === Resources === | ||
* sugarcane, pineapple, and coffee{{csb|LGG|70}} | |||
* rare woods such as mahogany, ebony, and teak,{{csb|LGG|70}} | |||
=== Trade === | === Trade === | ||
The main commerce that supports the Isles is the export of plants back to the continent, both food and lumber supplies. | |||
=== Currency === | === Currency === | ||
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== Military == | == Military == | ||
=== Naval forces === | === Naval forces === | ||
The Lordship of the Isles are known for their tremendous naval strength. Very few nations of the Flanaess can be considered a rival for their fleets. | The Lordship of the Isles are known for their tremendous naval strength. Very few nations of the Flanaess can be considered a rival for their fleets. | ||
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== Relationships == | == Relationships == | ||
=== Enemies === | === Enemies === | ||
The Lordship's Dukes and Counts have a long-standing hatred of the [[Sea Baronies]] going back as far as [[166 CY]]. [[Overking]] [[Erhart II]] was attempting to stop the piracy and pillaging of the | |||
culminating at the [[Battle of Ganode Bay]] | |||
Since the [[Turmoil Between Crowns]] when [[Overking]] [[Ivid I]] gave the barons letters of marque, enabling private citizens to engage in warfare against a designated enemy, typically by seizing their ships and cargo. This declaration of open season on naval vessels of the Lordship led to more than a century of ill will between the two nations. They have fought ever since, even having notable massive naval battles like the [[Battle of Medegia]] in [[572 CY]]. | |||
=== Allies === | === Allies === | ||
=== | == In ''Legends of Greyhawk'' == | ||
{{LoGsection}} | |||
In the organized play campaign, ''[[Legends of Greyhawk]]'', the Lordship of the Isles is administered by GameConclave, led by Thomas Valley. | |||
The nation is a separate region for events, and it premieres at QuestCon 2025, in Orlando, Florida 19-21 Spetember 2025. | |||
Adventures set in the Lordship of the Isles include:<ref name=schedule>{{cite web |title=QuestCon Orlando—Schedule |url=https://conventions.leapevent.tech/ed/schedule/Quest_Con_205060 |format= |work=LeapEvents.com |publisher= |date=26 June 2025 |accessdate=26 June 2025 |postscript= }}</ref> | |||
* Legacy of Fear | |||
* Shadows Beneath the Skull | |||
* Echoes of Betrayal | |||
* Tempest of the Hollow Maw | |||
==In ''Living Greyhawk''== | ==In ''Living Greyhawk''== | ||
Latest revision as of 14:49, 29 July 2025
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| Error creating thumbnail: File missing The Lordship of the Isles, depicted on the Lazzaretti map (2005). | |||||||||||||
| General information | |||||||||||||
| Region: | Eastern Flanaess, Old Aerdy East | ||||||||||||
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| Ruler: |
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| Government: | Independent monarchy (principality), 591+ CY a puppet of the Scarlet Brotherhood | ||||||||||||
| Established: | 447 CY | ||||||||||||
| Demographics | |||||||||||||
| Capital: | Sulward | ||||||||||||
| Major towns: | Duxchan (pop. 8,900), Sulward (pop. 7,200), Mahan (pop. 4,100) | ||||||||||||
| Provinces: | Seven islands: duchy of Diran, duchy of Ansabo, duchy of Ganode, county of Jehlum, county of Mirim, county of Luda, barony of Temil | ||||||||||||
| Population: | 266,000 (591 CY) | ||||||||||||
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| Languages: | Common, Ancient Suloise, Elven, Halfling | ||||||||||||
| Groups | |||||||||||||
| Religions: | Osprem, Xerbo, Norebo, Syrul, Wee Jas, other Suel gods | ||||||||||||
| Enemies: | Sea Barons, Lendore Isles (distrusted), Ahlissa (distrusted) | ||||||||||||
| Miscellaneous | |||||||||||||
| Resources: | Rare woods, spices, shipbuilding supplies, sugarcane, pineapple, coffee | ||||||||||||
| Coinage: | Great anchor (pp), sunship (gp), dolphin (ep), trident (sp), shelly (cp) | ||||||||||||
The Lordship of the Isles, also called the Duxchan Islands, is a series of small island states off the eastern coast of the Flanaess between the Aerdi Sea and the Oljatt Sea. The islands are also known as the Duxchan Islands, part of the Asperdi-Duxchan archipelago.
History
Nearly a thousand years ago, Suel migrants sailed to the Duxchan Islands, conquering the Olman, and Touv who already occupied the isles.
When the Aerdi expanded south into Sunndi, they had control of the entire Flannaess' Solnor Ocean coast, and desired to add the islands that would give them control over the seaways to their empire. By this time, people of Suel descent had been ruling the Duxchans for centuries. While the islands that would become known as the Dominion of the Sea Barons were colonized quickly, the Duxchans offered considerable resistance, as its inhabitants were feared and capable pirates.
In 166 CY, Overking Erhart II committed his combined navies to put an end to the Duxchaner marauding after they set the Pontylver shipyards ablaze. Lord Admiral Aeodorich of House Atirr led the fleet; the town of Dullstrand was founded to be the base for the invasion. After less than two years of warfare, Atirr's armada defeated the Duxchaners and their allies at the Battle of Ganode Bay. Subsequently, the Aerdi settled the Duxchan Islands in great numbers, founding the city of Sulward as their capital. The population of the islands, however, remained largely Suel, with local Suel lords incorporated into the new government. An Aerdi lord, subject to the herzog of South Province, was appointed as the prince of the new Lordship of the Isles.
The island lords became rich from southern trade over the next few centuries. The population of Ansabo was still viewed as piratical, but they were kept in check.
Independence
The isles were still nominally subjects of the Great Kingdom of Aerdy, specifically vassals of the South Province until the Turmoil Between Crowns. Growing more and more independent, due in large part to their influence in trade and naval power, they broke away in 447 CY at the same time as other former regions of the Great Kingdom. This was in large part because the then-herzog of the province notably began seizing ships of the Lordship while at anchor in Prymp in the South Province.
The very next year, the prince of the Isles joined the Iron League in 448 CY, after the Turmoil Between Crowns brought the fiend-seeing house of Naelax to the Great Kingdom's throne. In retribution, the overking gave letters of marque to the Sea Barons, allowing them to target any Lordship vessel. The two island nations have fought many battles since then, cumulating in the Battle of Medegia in 572 CY. In 564 CY, the Suel-descended Duke Latmac Ranold of Ansabo became the new prince of the Isles after the Oeridian lords failed to agree upon a suitable heir. After the battle of Medegia, his prestige was badly shattered and his previously tight grip on power loosened.
Greyhawk Wars and later
Prince Ranold is deposed during the Greyhawk Wars in 582 CY[1], when a little-known Suloise man called Folmar Ingerskatti of Ganode takes power. Prince Ingerskatti withdraws the Lordship of the Isles from the Iron League and allies the nation with the Scarlet Brotherhood. Most are aware that Ingerskatti is nothing but a puppet for the Scarlet Brotherhood, but little can be done about it. Many other nobles throughout the realm fall, especially Oeridian ones, and are replaced with loyal Suel.
In 590 CY, open warfare breaks out between the Lordship and the free ports of the Azure Sea, although Olinstaad Corond of the Principality of Ulek, in desperation, agrees to ally with the Lordship, giving them free access to his port in the city of Gryrax.
Geography
The seven islands of the Lordship separate the Aerdi Sea from the Oljatt Sea. They are off the north coast of Hepmonaland, and east of Sunndi and the Tilvanot Peninsula of the Scarrlet Order.[2]
The three largest islands are the Diren, Ansabo, and Ganode. Three smaller islands, the Jehlum, Mirim, and Luda, are next largest. Finally, Temil is a tiny island, barely thirty miles in length.[3]
Temil is ruled by a petty baron
Terrain and climate
The islands are tropical, with extreme heat and humidity year-round. In high summer, "great tropical storms" blow in from the Oljatt Sea.[3]
The islands are volcanic and in the center of most of them are "rocky volcanic peaks" which stick out above the rainforest jungle canopies.[3]
Administrative divisions
Each of the seven islands is its own duchy county, or barony. They are—Duchy of Diran, Duchy of Ansabo, Duchy of Ganode, County of Jehlum, County of Mirim, County of Luda, and the Barony of Temil is subject to the duke of Diren.
People
Population and demographics
The humans of the Lordship are mainly Suloise, especially in Ansabo and Ganode. Oeridian ancestry is most common in Diren, Jehlum, Mirim, and Luda. Olman and Touv-descended people are found throughout the isles, though are rare.[note 1].
Religion
For clear reason, the sea-deities Osprem and Xerbo are popular on the islands. Norebo is also commonly worshiped, being a roguish sort who encourages risk-taking brashness. Other deities from the Suel pantheon are also worshipped in the Lordship.[3]
Languages
In addition to Common, due to the cultural ancestry and founding of the isles, Ancient Suloise is spoken, especially on Ansabo and Ganode isles. Elvish and the halfling language are also commonly spoken.
Notable individuals
- Princess Ronthal III (female human)—576 CY
- Prince Ranold (male human)—564-584 in earlier editions, Ranold led the Lordship
- Prince Frolmar Ingerskatti (N male human Ftr12)— in 591 CY, and after, in the Living Greyhawk campaign.
Society and culture
Government
Heraldry
The coat of arms of the Lordship of the Isles depicts a black anchor with a crown atop it, on a navy blue field.
Economy
Resources
- sugarcane, pineapple, and coffee[3]
- rare woods such as mahogany, ebony, and teak,[3]
Trade
The main commerce that supports the Isles is the export of plants back to the continent, both food and lumber supplies.
Currency
Taxation
Travel
Military
Naval forces
The Lordship of the Isles are known for their tremendous naval strength. Very few nations of the Flanaess can be considered a rival for their fleets.
Relationships
Enemies
The Lordship's Dukes and Counts have a long-standing hatred of the Sea Baronies going back as far as 166 CY. Overking Erhart II was attempting to stop the piracy and pillaging of the culminating at the Battle of Ganode Bay
Since the Turmoil Between Crowns when Overking Ivid I gave the barons letters of marque, enabling private citizens to engage in warfare against a designated enemy, typically by seizing their ships and cargo. This declaration of open season on naval vessels of the Lordship led to more than a century of ill will between the two nations. They have fought ever since, even having notable massive naval battles like the Battle of Medegia in 572 CY.
Allies
In Legends of Greyhawk
| Error creating thumbnail: File missing | This section contains content from the "Legends of Greyhawk" organized-play campaign. While it is officially published, and is approved by WotC, this content is based on the DMG 2024, and may differ from earlier publications. |
In the organized play campaign, Legends of Greyhawk, the Lordship of the Isles is administered by GameConclave, led by Thomas Valley.
The nation is a separate region for events, and it premieres at QuestCon 2025, in Orlando, Florida 19-21 Spetember 2025.
Adventures set in the Lordship of the Isles include:[5]
- Legacy of Fear
- Shadows Beneath the Skull
- Echoes of Betrayal
- Tempest of the Hollow Maw
In Living Greyhawk
The Lordship of the Isles was the region assigned to players and adventures in Spain.
Creative origins
The names "Lordship of the Isles" and "Prince Ranold" are inspired by Scottish history. Though the island chain centered around the Hebrides on the west coast of Scotland fell under the rule of different nations at various times, they always remained functionally independent. Prince Ranald, a 12th-century leader "styled himself 'King of the Isles, Lord of Argyll and Kintyre' and as 'Lord of the Isles'."
Publication history
References
Notes
Citations
- ↑ Living Greyhawk Gazetteer (2000), p.16.
- ↑ Lazaretti map (2005).
- ↑ a b c d e f Living Greyhawk Gazetteer (2000), p.70.
- ↑ Living Greyhawk Gazetteer (2000).
- ↑ QuestCon Orlando—Schedule. LeapEvents.com , 26 June 2025. Retrieved on 26 June 2025.
Bibliography
- Gygax, Gary. The World of Greyhawk. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1980.
- ———. World of Greyhawk Fantasy Game Setting. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1983.
- Holian, Gary, Erik Mona, Sean K. Reynolds, and Frederick Weining. Living Greyhawk Gazetteer. Renton, WA: Wizards of the Coast, 2000.
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
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | LT2 Crypt of Lyzandred the Mad | 23 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Dragon magazine #052 | 18, 19, 20 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Dragon magazine #055 | 18 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Dragon magazine #057 | 13 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Dragon magazine #065 | 12 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Dragon magazine #068 | 42 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Dragon magazine #206 | 35, 38 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Dragon magazine #271 | 75 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Dragon magazine #302 | 99 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Dragon magazine #306 | 95 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Dragon magazine #315 | 51, 53, 54 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Dungeon magazine #071 | 27 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | From the Ashes: Atlas of the Flanaess | 7, 10, 30, 31, 36, 47, 58 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | From the Ashes: References Card | #2 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | From the Ashes: References Card | #9 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Greyhawk Adventures | 88 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Greyhawk Wars: Adventurer's Book | 14, 15, 17, 19 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Living Greyhawk, Living Onnwal Gazetteer, D&D 3.5e | Dis, 10, 26, 29, 31, 33, 106, 112 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Living Greyhawk Gazetteer | IC, 8, 16, 45, 55, 57, 58, 66, 70, 71, 72, 79, 91, 96, 98, 99, 100, 110, 121, 147, 148, 149, 150 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Living Greyhawk Journal #1 | 13 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Living Greyhawk Journal #3 | 28 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Player's Guide to Greyhawk | 7, 8, 10-12, 45, 59 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | Slavers, AD&D 2e | 87, 90, 107 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | The Adventure Begins | 11, 18, 19, 29, 31-34, 38, 102 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | The Scarlet Brotherhood | 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 24, 27, 28, 31, 52 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | The World of Greyhawk Fantasy World Setting (Folio) | IC, 2, 6, 7, 12, 16, 20 |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) | 10, 14, 28, 36, 48, IBC |
| Lordship of the Isles | Kingdom | (576 pop: 80000), (591 pop: 266000), | World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) | 10, 11, 17, 28, 31 |