Editing Kovorov (section)

== Political Climate ==

==== Hatred of Magic ====
Kovorov as a government and as a people hate magic. It was not only used to betray [[Vorov]] but it is also a crutch. Weak individuals, who cannot succeed on their own merit, use magic. Therefore, magic is avoided whenever possible.

In this way, Kovorovians are a bit hypocritical. They also tolerate magic that benefits them. Clerics are looked at with disdain but also are sought out quickly when illness grips a loved one. Torosk third-born, the pride of the Kovorovian military, are paladins with oaths to [[Vorov]]. Therefore, despite outward hostility, no normal citizen or military official would do anything harmful to the average high magic or primordial magic user.

==== Wealth of the Earth ====
The land of Kovorov is filled with the wealth of the Earth. Ore, gemstones, and other precious minerals are plentiful, especially around the capital city of Karjakin. Its epithet, the city of silver, is born from its abundant natural resources. Part of Kovorov’s national identity is tied to its mines. Mining is considered a noble profession and miners are favored by [[Vorov]] for their efforts.

==== Peace ====
Wealth flows into Kovorov in incomprehensible amounts. Their economic prosperity is legendary. The Kovorovian trade routes are the most profitable in all of Ramesh. Therefore, war is avoided at all costs. War would compromise the trade that makes the nation so rich.

Yet, Kovorov is a sleeping giant. Just because they choose peace does not make the nation weak. Their soldiers are ready and blades sharp. A nation who brings Kovorov to open war is awakening a sleeping bear.

==== Resisting Zell ====
For centuries, [[Nation of Zell|Zell]] and Kovorov have clashed. Their war has been fought in the shadows and by agents. Open war would be bad for both parties. Zell attacking Kovorov would anger the other nations that Kovorov trades with and create an unbeatable alliance. Kovorov attacking Zell would result in damage to their prized trading routes and the Orics pulling miners out of their precious mines to fight in the war.

Therefore, the resistance is subtle. Although soldiers still do occasionally clash. In the Gravetti Mountains to the South, [[Nation of Zell|Zell]] scouts make their way through mountains. Kovorvian troops usually meet them and skirmishes ensue. These skirmishes are not widely known within or outside the borders of Kovorov.