You know, I figure I'll do a quick listing of the Aleasani civil war factions, right now...
Cassant--a powerful city-state ruled by 'King' Ralin Valeris, Cassant is the leading faction in the war, but lacks the power to end it. Valeris seems willing to take whatever actions are necessary to win the throne.
Altania--headed by the High Enchantress Larisa, they seek to promote a magocratic government.
Cazar--Ruled by Lord Nithus, this faction is neutral, and seeks to negotiate an end to the war. However, Nithus is actually trying to prolong the war, in order to awaken the fallen angel Neroshimon. Hence this faction is shot through with as many evil double-dealers as well-meaning idealists.
Dromas--headed by a council of Druids, Dromas is opposed to Altania and Cassant. They consider arcane magic an evil, but also consider fey creatures sacred.
Bandesh-Thar--ruled by Dominus Majera Alsea, this faction is rabidly pro-Aleasani and persecutes most nonhumans, Northeners, and arcane spellcasters. Majera has the strongest claim of any for the throne, but her politics have made her unpalatable to most Aleasani. She's presently allying herself with the degenerate Asani.
Val-Alen--ruled by Duke Kail Illendus, Val-Alen is a large cosmpolitan city, with sacred significance to the Shay. Kail is trying to curry favor with them in his efforts to gain the throne, but is seen as politically minded, and something of an opportunist.
Well, there's six factions so far. There are also quite a few characters and city-states that haven't been placed, but we can work on that. I figure at least one more faction would be good, and two or three more might just be ideal...
