Kingdom of the Rift

The Kingdom of the Rift is an island polity located on the northern edge of the Archipelago. Taking its name from the Old Imperial term for the island, the Rift still maintains a unique blend of Imperial culture with that of the native Riftic people. It has, however, been on a steady decline since the unification of the Riftic kingdoms in 366, suffering from several civil wars and being subjected to raids from the Norse and Karelians, particularly during the Deluge and the Great Raids. With a small army and an ineffective navy, its coasts are a frequent stop for those looking for quick plunder, and as such Riftic slaves are commonplace in Karelian, Norse, and Serkish markets.