Location from The Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan
A fractious nation where the queen's authority barely extends past the capital — held together by tradition rather than governance.
Altara barely functions as a unified nation — the queen's authority is nominal outside Ebou Dar, and the noble houses operate independently. The Seanchan conquest actually improved governance, which says something about the baseline.
A coastal nation with the port city of Ebou Dar as its capital. Hot climate, colorful architecture, and a population known for passionate temperaments and casual violence.
Also known as: Altara