Esterholt

Esterholt was once a small nation in the near east. It was largely agricultural and somewhat insular, and remained ethnically unique rather than mingling with other nations for a long, long time. During the Benefactors' War, however, a survey conducted by the neighboring States of Torun discovered massive untapped deposits of Coal and Oil underneath their lands. Eventually, they were given an ultimatum: Voluntarily become annexed as a new state, or be invaded by force and be annexed as a new state. This was largely a bluff on Torun's part due to the resources required by the war effort, but Esterholt's leadership acquiesced rather than take such a risk. Esterholt is now a heavily industrialized region, and coal mines and oil fields continue to supply valuable resources for Torun's power needs.

People ethnically from Esterholt are considered to be Esteran, with the following features typical: Dark hair, darkly colored eyes, slightly-tanned skin, and slightly gaunt features.