Rovain Kingdom

The Rovain kingdom, also known as Rova, is currently the largest kingdom in Ander. Its citizens are mainly humans and dwarves, but representatives of most races can be found inside its borders. Its capital is Lisvarna. The current Rovainian king is Kuun'da Riz.

History
Ander's widely used Rovain calendar begins with the Auburn Covenant. In the year 1, the dwarven king Tornamild of Mirabar and the human sage Sunnar Mendir of the united towns of Rova joined their forces in a united kingdom. Thus was the covenant signed and the Rovain kingdom formed. The allegiance held its ground through the ages, and grew to become the most prominent organized force of Ander.

Political Structure
Rovain originally had both a human and a dwarf king, Sunnar and Tornamild respectively. Through the years the royal advisors evolved into a full council, and the role of the king became less prominent. In the year 65, Sunnar recognized the dwarf Aghastra Rocbane's contribution to Rovain by offering her his position. Despite the opposition of many humans, this motion was accepted by the council, and Aghastra ruled alongside Tornamild until his death in 172. Tornamild had no offspring, and Aghastra ruled alone.

In 191, Aghastra offered the throne to the Atahar after he killed the dragon Omantiir. The bard denied the position, claiming he needed to continue his travels. The custom of the king's throne being offered to a paragon of the times was kept, however, and the next king was the human diplomat Lente Wuroth.

The royal council consists of one representative of each of Rovain's nine great cities. These council members are chosen by the citizens of each region and each is replaced when the previous one steps down or dies.