The Martial Empire is the ruling force in the world of An Ember In The Ashes. It is five hundred years old, and is controlled by the Martials. It's currently ruled by Emperor Marcus Farrar.
Description[]
The Martial Empire is ruthless, bloodthirsty, and exceedingly power hungry. Under the Empire, defiance is met with death. Those who do not vow their loyalty to the Emperor risk the execution of their loved ones and the destruction of all they hold dear.
Notable Locations[]
- Antium
- Blackcliff Academy
- Jeilum
- Kauf Prison
- Serra
- Nur
- Navium
- Silas
- Raider's Roost
- Delphinium
- Tiborum
- Estium
- Myrtium
- Sadh
- Strellium
- Taib
- Aish
- Lacertium
- Tribal Desert
- The Great Wastes
- Serran Range
- Nevennes Range
- The Jutts
- Mount Videnns
- Argent Hills
- Atella's Gap
- Umbral Pass
- Bhuth Badlands
- Malikh Escarpment
- Duskan Sea
- Lake Vitan
Trivia[]
- The Martial Empire is inspired by the Roman Empire.
- Delphinium most likely comes from Delphi, the religious sanctuary in Greek mythology.
- Navium is Latin for "of ships."
- Antium was the capital of the Volsci people until they were conquered by the Romans.[1]