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; now officially Jewish again.

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