The Central Empire is a country located on the biggest island of the Mangrove-Region. Some of its provinces lie in the north.
The name "Central Empire" refers to the position and the self-conception of its inhabitants, the Ribangese. In their language it is called "qíri ru-pa̋ngri" which means "the eternal realm".
Absolute monarchy with a federal structure
There is a reigning monarch/emperor who chooses subordinate kings/princes in defined provinces. Especially the northern islands all possess their own royal house and are permitted to rule, all the power lies in the hand of the emperor however. All the subordinate rulers come together in the king's council, guiding the sole ruler in his affairs. The heir to the throne is chosen by the monarch.
Rugutra
Black stands for the bug-gods of the prehistorical faith of the Ribangese and Orange is the religious color of the Ávabuz faith.
Most of the country consists of the "common" Ribangese culture who speak the language with the same name. They are organized along the lines of a caste system. The Central Empire once reigned over the eastern island as well until it seperated due to revolts.
The Ávabuz faith is the state religion