The Free Cities
The Free Cities refers to the collection of cities that once belonged to the nation of Thesa, and are Miln, Angiers, Rizzon, and Lakton. The Free Cities are Feudal governments run by a Duke, whose position is hereditary. Historical records post-fall do not reveal how the major cities gained their independence from Thesa, but each stand as independent governments. Each Free City has territorial control over numerous smaller towns and hamlets, exacting taxes and engaging in regular and open trade.
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