County of Benacia

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County of Benacia
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Feudal Status: County
Capital: Port Benacia
Largest Cities: Port Benacia

Local Leadership Title: Count
Local Government: Feudal
Current leader: William Strauss

Local language: Lakhesian, English,Benacian Anglish
Local Religion: Cedrism, Traditional beliefs

History

Benacia is a county in the northwestern part of the Barony of Lakhesis. It is named after the continent which it is a part of, Benacia. Benacia was first colonized by settlers from the Khaz Modan Empire. During the age of the Khaz Modans the island was mainly used as resting place for ships heading north. This also brought the area much trade, but the main economic activity was still fishing and agriculture. In more recent time, the island become the home of the Line of Mortis. Pirates have also been known to be more common around Benacia.

Economy & Culture

The Benacian economy is mainly based on fishing and agriculture, although in more recent times efforts have been made by the government to diversify the economy. None have been very successful so far. Some revenue is generated by trade. Port Benacia has a large harbor and trade ships stop there on their way north and to other countries, much as they did during the times of the Khaz Modan. B'Caw is the patron god of Benacia, but a small group of Ikol worshippers is growing.

Port Benacia

Port Benacia is the capital and largest city of the County of Benacia. It is home to many famous religious buildings such as the Great B'Caw Temple and the Tranquil Tower. Port Benacia averages a population of about 30,000. Most people that live in the city work in the docks, but construction comes a close second. Since 3420 ASC the Mayor of the City along with Count William have been redeveloping the city, reorganizing the sewers, removing old buildings and building new ones, and reopening old museums, parks, and other public works.