Abyssinia

Ancient African country. Current capital: Axum. Current ruler: Queen Yodit.

A Jewish kingdom since Queen Makeda, the famed Queen of Sheba, returned from Israel with the Falashas in tow and Solomon's child, the future King Baynalehkem, in her womb; largely converted to Christianity in the fourth century by Abuna Frumentius.

Possibly the first Christian country (except maybe Armenia), currently the world's only independant Jewish state (except maybe the Khazars). Religious minorities include Moslems and pagans; ethnic minorities include the Daku.

Local marvels include: Ancient, 100'+ tall obelisks; statues from Perseus' wedding.

Possible location of the Ark of the Covenant

Prominent citizens include:

• Miriam, deposed princess
• Nelenteyos, vizier
• Adaraz, court rabbi
• Hadneya, prophetess
• Karmi, champion, watchman
• Mehum, local rabbi
• Jan Seyoum, rebel leader

Passing through:

• The Bab al-Nasr (The Gate of Victory)

Known dangers include:

• kaggen
• trogodytes
• dinosaurs
• all sorts of ferocious animals
• the disease table
• the White Ghost