The Grand Duchy of Rhyl (it is part of the High King’s extended lands, not the territorial Kingdom of Gladnor) is located in the east of the northern heartlands.
Overview: Rhyl is an ancient an quiet place. Long has it been settled in the east and south – but forever it has held true to the treaties it made with the wyld peoples of the pine tribes – the wild lands border it to the west. Rhyl is an ancient culture of old traditions, war with the Orrish, law, and order. Their culture has deep roots in the desire for peace, freedom, and balance. Their culture is a mix of ancient ones, and their own. The ancient game of Rauket is still played with the Merchant City rivals. Even if the lands are warring, they come together for this tradition. Rhyl has some of the oldest noble families in all the realms. Deep pines, cold winds, and mystery are found deep in the pine forest at its heart. For many centuries in its long past, an ancient albino dragon ruled the surrounding lands with a fearsome appetite and breath of burning cold – until a band of brave adventurers came along strong enough to kill it. Its head is mounted over the Ducal seat in the capital and has become part of the symbol of the ducal house.