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The '''South Province''' was | The '''South Province''' was essentially the province comprising the southern half of the [[Great Kingdom of Aerdy]]. It is often referred to as '''Ahlissa''' or '''Fief of Ahlissa''', but it was technically comprised of the [[Ahlissa|Fief of Ahlissa]],{{csb|DMG2024}} [[Idee]], [[Sunndi]], and [[Onnwal]].{{csb|WoG|35|Catalogue}} When those nations rebelled and seceded, and became part of the [[Iron League]] ([[447 CY|447]] to [[455 CY]]), the term South Province became synonymous with Ahlissa. | ||
== History == | |||
During the [[Turmoil Between Crowns]], the [[Herzog]] of the South Province was a rival of [[Ivid I]] for the title of [[Overking]]. After Ivid's ascension to the throne in [[446 CY]], he replaced said Herzog with his cousin from House [[Naelax]]. | |||
The situation of South Province c.[[576 CY]]:{{quoted text|The ruler of '''South Province''', a cousin of the [[Overking]] in [[Rauxes]], is in disfavor. All previous attempts to regain the lost portions of the fief have been turned back in defeat, and the revenues coming to the Malachite Throne have diminished considerably, for the lost territories were rich indeed. Thus, the Herzog has stated the intent to stake his entire personal fortune on a last attempt to break the [[Iron League]]. Success, of course, would make most of his title something more than hot air, regain favor for him in [[Rauxes]], swell his coffers to bursting with wealth, and lastly give much wicked satisfaction to him. At the present time the holding extends only to the fief of Ahlissa and the central lands always retained by the Herzog, the territory around [[Hexpools]] and the [[Thelly River]] (and portions of this are even claimed by the Censor of [[Medegia]] who seeks to take advantage of the Herzog’s disgrace). While native troops, except for those of the petty nobles and gentry serving the Herzog, are unreliable at best, the heavy cavalry is | The situation of South Province c.[[576 CY]]:{{quoted text|The ruler of '''South Province''', a cousin of the [[Overking]] in [[Rauxes]], is in disfavor. All previous attempts to regain the lost portions of the fief have been turned back in defeat, and the revenues coming to the [[Malachite Throne]] have diminished considerably, for the lost territories were rich indeed. Thus, the Herzog has stated the intent to stake his entire personal fortune on a last attempt to break the [[Iron League]]. Success, of course, would make most of his title something more than hot air, regain favor for him in [[Rauxes]], swell his coffers to bursting with wealth, and lastly give much wicked satisfaction to him. At the present time the holding extends only to the fief of Ahlissa and the central lands always retained by the Herzog, the territory around [[Hexpools]] and the [[Thelly River]] (and portions of this are even claimed by the Censor of [[Medegia]] who seeks to take advantage of the Herzog’s disgrace). While native troops, except for those of the petty nobles and gentry serving the Herzog, are unreliable at best, the heavy cavalry is highly effective, and mercenary men-at-arms, exceptionally well-armed and equipped, make the [[Army of the South]] formidable. If the viceroy carries through with his vow, a major war can be anticipated soon. If it does erupt, it is certain that [[Nyrond]] and [[Almor]] will move to support the [[Iron League]]—comprised of [[Idee]], [[Irongate]], [[Onnwal]], and [[Sunndi]].|{{csb|folio|15-16}} }} | ||
That war | That "major war" does eventually erupt, in [[582 CY]], and it becomes known as the [[Greyhawk Wars]]. The Fief of Ahlissa secedes from the [[Great Kingdom]] and all the land formerly part of the fief becomes the [[Ahlissa|United Kingdom of Ahlissa]]. | ||
The [[North Province]] (called [[Aerdiaak]]) becomes the [[North Kingdom|Great Kingdom of Northern Aerdy]]. | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
Latest revision as of 09:54, 26 July 2025
| South Province | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Other names: | Fief of Ahlissa |
| Region: | Great Kingdom, Flanaess |
| Government | |
| Ruler: | His High and Radiant Grace, the Herzog of the South Province—Chelor, Fasstal of Ahlissa, Idee and Sunndi, Overlord of Onnwal |
| Demographics | |
| Capital: | Zelradton |
| Population: | 400,000 |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Resources: | Foodstuffs, silver |
| Coinage: | Aerdy standard |
The South Province was essentially the province comprising the southern half of the Great Kingdom of Aerdy. It is often referred to as Ahlissa or Fief of Ahlissa, but it was technically comprised of the Fief of Ahlissa,[1] Idee, Sunndi, and Onnwal.[2] When those nations rebelled and seceded, and became part of the Iron League (447 to 455 CY), the term South Province became synonymous with Ahlissa.
History
During the Turmoil Between Crowns, the Herzog of the South Province was a rival of Ivid I for the title of Overking. After Ivid's ascension to the throne in 446 CY, he replaced said Herzog with his cousin from House Naelax.
The situation of South Province c.576 CY:
"The ruler of South Province, a cousin of the Overking in Rauxes, is in disfavor. All previous attempts to regain the lost portions of the fief have been turned back in defeat, and the revenues coming to the Malachite Throne have diminished considerably, for the lost territories were rich indeed. Thus, the Herzog has stated the intent to stake his entire personal fortune on a last attempt to break the Iron League. Success, of course, would make most of his title something more than hot air, regain favor for him in Rauxes, swell his coffers to bursting with wealth, and lastly give much wicked satisfaction to him. At the present time the holding extends only to the fief of Ahlissa and the central lands always retained by the Herzog, the territory around Hexpools and the Thelly River (and portions of this are even claimed by the Censor of Medegia who seeks to take advantage of the Herzog’s disgrace). While native troops, except for those of the petty nobles and gentry serving the Herzog, are unreliable at best, the heavy cavalry is highly effective, and mercenary men-at-arms, exceptionally well-armed and equipped, make the Army of the South formidable. If the viceroy carries through with his vow, a major war can be anticipated soon. If it does erupt, it is certain that Nyrond and Almor will move to support the Iron League—comprised of Idee, Irongate, Onnwal, and Sunndi."[3]
That "major war" does eventually erupt, in 582 CY, and it becomes known as the Greyhawk Wars. The Fief of Ahlissa secedes from the Great Kingdom and all the land formerly part of the fief becomes the United Kingdom of Ahlissa.
The North Province (called Aerdiaak) becomes the Great Kingdom of Northern Aerdy.
References
Notes
Citations
- ↑ Dungeon Master's Guide (2024).
- ↑ World of Greyhawk Fantasy Game Setting (1983), p.35, Catalogue.
- ↑ The World of Greyhawk Fantasy World Setting (1980), p.15-16.
Bibliography
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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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | The City of Greyhawk: Gem of the Flanaess | 19 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Dance of Demons | 41 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Dragon magazine #055 | 18 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Dragon magazine #057 | 13, 15, 16 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Dragon magazine #063 | 15 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Dragon magazine #191 | 66 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Dragon magazine #291 | 98 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Dragon magazine #293 | 93, 94 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Dragon magazine #299 | 100 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Dragon magazine #302 | 98, 99 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | From the Ashes: Atlas of the Flanaess | 5, 22, 27, 32, 38, 39, 46, 49, 55, 58, 59 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | From the Ashes: References Card | #1 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | From the Ashes: References Card | #2 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Greyhawk Adventures | 75, 91 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Greyhawk Wars: Adventurer's Book | 5, 11, 13, 17, 22 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Ivid the Undying | 1, 3, 4, 10, 14, 19, 24, 25, 26, 32, 96, 119, 128-136 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Living Greyhawk, Living Onnwal Gazetteer, D&D 3.5e | Dis, 8, 9, 10, 11, 20, 28, 33, 39, 45, 51, 59, 60, 65, 84, 92, 93, 95, 102, 109, 111 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Living Greyhawk Gazetteer | 15, 23, 24, 56, 57, 58, 64, 71, 78, 80, 98, 106, 110, 111, 141 , 148, 149 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | Living Greyhawk Journal #4 | 17 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | The Glaive's Gambit, RPGA | 5 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | The Tomb of Horrors—Greyhawk Classics Book 7 | IC |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | WG6 Isle of the Ape | 27 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | WG8 Fate of Istus | 69 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | The World of Greyhawk Fantasy World Setting (Folio) | IBC, 2, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 22 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | WGR4 The Marklands | 58 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) | IC, 10, 14, 18, 23, 26, 30, 32, 35, 37, 47, 49 |
| Fief of Ahlissa (South Province) | Province | Great Kingdom, (576 pop: 400000), | World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) | 10, 11, 17 |
| Glorioles Army of South Province | People Group | Army, | Ivid the Undying | 21, 104, 105, 118, 119, 125, 160, 161, 162 |
| Glorioles Army of South Province | People Group | Army, | Living Greyhawk Gazetteer | 110, 152 |
| South Province, Kingdom of | Kingdom | Reference | SEE Ahlissa, United Kingdom of |