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<blockquote>''“Astonishingly exotic and utterly compelling, Kalderesh is a nation of breath-taking natural beauty with an incredible heritage and an excitingly dangerous past that quickly becomes addictive.”''</blockquote>
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'''Sensory overload''' — Unforgettable experiences are everywhere in Kalderesh. There’s the sublime: gazing over a surreal landscape of a million blue flags whispering centuries-old prayers to [[The Seven]]. The ridiculous: walking through a city where the streets are paved in diamond and gold. The inspirational: exploring the world’s oldest library of poetry and meditative literature. The exhilarating: searching for the singular Flower of Qidra in trollock-infested mountains. And the contemplative: following the sacred path to [[Bilberry Grove]] deep within Duskwood.
'''The Kingdom of Kalderesh: Forged in Blood, Living in Peace'''


'''A culinary tour-de-force''' — Kalderani food is a symphony of flavour. Prepare yourself for a concerto of tastes, with subtle undertones of spices unique to the kingdom, combined with top notes of savoury, sweet and that special something that only flourishes in Kalderesh. Kalderani cooking is a fascinating draw for travellers: the many cooking schools of chef Maximer Shipman are testament to this. Hints of [[Malanthea|Malanthean]] flavours influence the soups, [[Nubanon|Nubian]] spices spark up the main dishes, and exciting traces of the cuisine of [[Gallentene Empire|Gallentea]] can be identified in the best desserts. These are just a taste of the novel combinations that makes Kalderesh the epicurean epicentre of [[Tem]].
<blockquote>''“Astonishingly exotic and utterly compelling, Kalderesh is a nation of breath-taking natural beauty with an incredible heritage and an excitingly dangerous past that quickly becomes addictive.”''
— Lenceus the Grey</blockquote>


'''Thrills and chills''' — There’s something in Kalderesh for the adventurous thrill-seeker as well as for the laid-back relaxer looking forward to another lazy sundowner cocktail. Some activities require just a little physical effort, like taking a mule ride across the [[Pai Wetlands]] accompanied by entertaining guides and accommodating retainers. Others require a bit more sweat: scaling the Barobur Peak, hiking across the Endless Mountains, or racing with the Centaurs of [[Hemden Forest]]. And when you’re done with all that adrenalizing, there’s plenty of “me time” to relish. The beautiful city of [[Pai]] has the most outstanding spas, swolene treatment centres, and pampering massage salons anywhere on Tem.
== Download a book version ==
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=Overview=
=Plan your vacation to Kalderesh today=
#[[Maps of Kalderesh|Maps]]
#[[Three reasons to visit Kalderesh|Three awesome reasons to visit Kalderesh!]]
#[[Top Destinations in Kalderesh|Top Destinations]]
#[[Top Destinations in Kalderesh|Top destinations]]
#[[Maps of Kalderesh|Maps of Kalderesh]]


=Need to Know=
=Need to Know=
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=Life on Tem=
=Life on Tem=
#A Diversity of Species
#[[Diversity of species]]
#Schild
#[[Schild]]
#Galub
#[[Galub]]
#Nar
#[[Nar]]
#Nis
#[[Nis]]


=Theology=
=Theology=
#Who Are The Gods?
#[[The Seven|Who are the Gods]]?
#The Gods and the Sky Above
#[[Religion and worship in Kalderesh]]
#''Libri Septorum''
#[[Oohmians]]
#Religion and Worship
#[[Saar]]
#Oohmians
#[[Razimites]]
#Saar
#[[Aranites]]
#Razimites
#[[Qidranians]]
#Aranites
#[[Aadites]]
#Qidranians
#[[Salee]]
#Aadites
#[[Places of worship]]
#Salee
#[[Church history]]
#Places of Worship
#''[[Libri Septorum]]''
#Church History
#[[Druids]]
#Ancient Religious Texts


=Myths and Legends=
=Myths and Legends=
#[[Janee myths|Tales told in Brundonica]]
#''[[First Book of the Janee]]''
#''[[Written Collection of Lies]]''


=Magic=
=Magic=
#Wielders of Magic
#[[Wielders of Magic]]
#Spells and Spell Books
#[[Spells and Spell Books]]


=The Faithful=
=The Faithful=
#Power of the Divine
#[[Power of the Divine]]


=Technology=
=Technology=
#[[Technology|Technology, and magic]]


=Politics and Governance=
=Politics and Governance=
#The Monarchy
#[[Monarchy|The Monarchy]]
#Seats of Power
#[[Seats of Power]]
#Orders of Precedence
#[[Order of Precedence]]
#[[Class Titles and Ranks]]


=Kalderani Law=
=Kalderani Law=
#[[Kalderani law]]


=Subsistence=
=Subsistence=
#The Economics of Survival
#[[Subsistence|The economics of survival]]
#[[Plant crops|Plant crops and their uses]]
#[[Commerce|Commerce and trade]]


=Culture and Society=
=Culture and Society=
#The Kalderani Way
#[[Kalderani mindset]]
#A Day In The Life
#[[Celebrities]]
#A Year On The Farm
#[[Social status]]
#Guilds
#[[A Day In The Life]]
#Knowledge and Education
#[[A Year On The Farm]]
#The Military
#[[Guilds]]
#[[Knowledge and education]]
#[[Military]]


=Metaphysics=
=Metaphysics=
#Existence and Origins
#[[Existence and origins]]


=Gazetteer of Kalderesh=
=Gazetteer of Kalderesh=
#(see opposite page)
#[[Gazetteer of Kalderesh]]


=Appendices=
=Appendices=
Appendix 1. Detailed timeline of the Kalders
#[[Palaeomacrometer logbooks]]
#[[Divine properties of gems & precious stones]]
#[[Arcane properties of gems & precious stones]]
#[[Herbs and herbology]]


Appendix 2. Palaeomacrometer logbooks
=Journals & diaries=
#[[TB1 Journals|TB1: Chaotic Society of Murderous Rebels]]
#[[TB8 Journals|TB8: Tater Salad Gang]]


Appendix 3. Mythology of the Janee
=''Visitor's Guide'' copyright and disclaimer statements=
Published in 4690 by D. Rothschilde on behalf of the Niuewe Coerier Incorporation, 27 Market Street, Donnalaich. This guide to Kalderesh has been prepared with the support of the Professional Guilds (Camfor), the Bookbinders & Papermakers Guild (Themesk), and the Map Makers & Surveyors Guild (Coth-Rom).


Appendix 4. Divine properties of gems & precious stones
© Niuewe Coerier Incorporation, 4691


Appendix 5. Arcane properties of gems & precious stones
Although the authors and Niuewe Coerier Incorporation have taken all reasonable care in preparing this guide, we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, about the accuracy and completeness of its content and, to the maximum extent permitted, disclaim all liability arising from its use. Where views and opinions are expressed in this guide, they are the current opinions of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions, beliefs, viewpoints or official policy of position of the Niuewe Coerier Incorporation nor their holding company, The Bard College of Malanthea. Views and opinions expressed are not intended to malign any religion, the Crown, human group, organization, individual, or anyone or anything. Neither the Niuewe Coerier Incorporation nor its affiliates, nor those organizations and individuals with which such are affiliated, warrant the completeness or accuracy of this guide, and it should not be relied upon as such.


Appendix 6. Herbs and herbology
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Latest revision as of 14:41, 2 November 2024

Map Kalderesh v8 4k.jpg

The Kingdom of Kalderesh: Forged in Blood, Living in Peace

“Astonishingly exotic and utterly compelling, Kalderesh is a nation of breath-taking natural beauty with an incredible heritage and an excitingly dangerous past that quickly becomes addictive.” — Lenceus the Grey

Download a book version

Download a complete, more detailed, and much-prettier PDF version of the Visitor's Guide to Kalderesh.

Plan your vacation to Kalderesh today

  1. Three awesome reasons to visit Kalderesh!
  2. Top destinations
  3. Maps of Kalderesh

Need to Know

  1. Kalderani Symbolism
  2. Currency
  3. Weather
  4. Calendar
  5. How Much Do Things Cost?
  6. Getting Around
  7. Where To Find Out Things
  8. Where To Stay
  9. Entertainment
  10. Language
  11. Etiquette

The Natural Landscape

  1. The Heavens Above
  2. Geolocation of Kalderesh
  3. The Natural World

The Built Landscape

  1. Changing the Face of Nature
  2. Architecture
  3. Construction techniques
  4. Religious structures
  5. Settlements in Kalderesh
  6. Settlement layout

History

  1. The Story of Humans
  2. Timelines

Life on Tem

  1. Diversity of species
  2. Schild
  3. Galub
  4. Nar
  5. Nis

Theology

  1. Who are the Gods?
  2. Religion and worship in Kalderesh
  3. Oohmians
  4. Saar
  5. Razimites
  6. Aranites
  7. Qidranians
  8. Aadites
  9. Salee
  10. Places of worship
  11. Church history
  12. Libri Septorum
  13. Druids

Myths and Legends

  1. Tales told in Brundonica
  2. First Book of the Janee
  3. Written Collection of Lies

Magic

  1. Wielders of Magic
  2. Spells and Spell Books

The Faithful

  1. Power of the Divine

Technology

  1. Technology, and magic

Politics and Governance

  1. The Monarchy
  2. Seats of Power
  3. Order of Precedence
  4. Class Titles and Ranks

Kalderani Law

  1. Kalderani law

Subsistence

  1. The economics of survival
  2. Plant crops and their uses
  3. Commerce and trade

Culture and Society

  1. Kalderani mindset
  2. Celebrities
  3. Social status
  4. A Day In The Life
  5. A Year On The Farm
  6. Guilds
  7. Knowledge and education
  8. Military

Metaphysics

  1. Existence and origins

Gazetteer of Kalderesh

  1. Gazetteer of Kalderesh

Appendices

  1. Palaeomacrometer logbooks
  2. Divine properties of gems & precious stones
  3. Arcane properties of gems & precious stones
  4. Herbs and herbology

Journals & diaries

  1. TB1: Chaotic Society of Murderous Rebels
  2. TB8: Tater Salad Gang

Visitor's Guide copyright and disclaimer statements

Published in 4690 by D. Rothschilde on behalf of the Niuewe Coerier Incorporation, 27 Market Street, Donnalaich. This guide to Kalderesh has been prepared with the support of the Professional Guilds (Camfor), the Bookbinders & Papermakers Guild (Themesk), and the Map Makers & Surveyors Guild (Coth-Rom).

© Niuewe Coerier Incorporation, 4691

Although the authors and Niuewe Coerier Incorporation have taken all reasonable care in preparing this guide, we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, about the accuracy and completeness of its content and, to the maximum extent permitted, disclaim all liability arising from its use. Where views and opinions are expressed in this guide, they are the current opinions of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions, beliefs, viewpoints or official policy of position of the Niuewe Coerier Incorporation nor their holding company, The Bard College of Malanthea. Views and opinions expressed are not intended to malign any religion, the Crown, human group, organization, individual, or anyone or anything. Neither the Niuewe Coerier Incorporation nor its affiliates, nor those organizations and individuals with which such are affiliated, warrant the completeness or accuracy of this guide, and it should not be relied upon as such.

Production development by The 14th Dungeon, Cape Town.

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