Page 1 of Vicious Princess (The Trials of Death and Honor #1)

SOCIETY

Order of Ezkai — An ancient order of Decarios soldiers who serve as elite protectors and internal peacekeepers across Ekios. Only Decarios may join.

Ezkai General — The highest-ranking officer in the Order of Ezkai and ruler of Ekios, chosen during the deadly trials known as Val’taz Ezkairin .

Taaslord — The General’s second-in-command and most trusted advisor. A title held by only one person at a time.

House Dzuni — The noble council that advises the General. It’s made up of 130 ancient fae families from across Ekios.

Caetra — Revered entertainers of the arts. A prestigious and time-honored profession in Ekios.

Caligos — A vast, ancient, and dangerous criminal network operating in Ekios’ underworld.

Decarios — Individuals (human, fae, or dwarf) “gifted by the spirits of the gods.” Known for exceptional strength, weapon affinity, and emotional manipulation abilities.

Variosas — The deities of Ekios. Spiritual forces from another world who silently linger in all things.

LOCATIONS

Wetra — The homeland of humans.

Emera — The homeland of dwarves.

Ekios — The homeland of fae.

Jaakii [Dz-ia-k-y] — The capital city of Ekios.

Valercia — The capital city of Wetra.

Bussek — Jaakii’s art district, home to Caetras, performers, and creative guilds.

Kozem — The criminal district of Jaakii, controlled by Caligos.

Cesteeg — Government and business district in Jaakii.

Spuleb — Peasant district where the prison is located.

Telf — The city’s merchant district.

Feesod Harbor — Ekios' main port. A narrow coastal strip where ships dock for trade, under strict Ezkai patrol.

Saigec — Jaakii’s education district, where schools and universities are located.

Yursus — The noble neighborhood. Home to highborn families and many Ezkai members.

Smehost — A middle-class residential area filled with homes, cafés, and shops.

Ezkai Castle — Headquarters of the Order and residence of the Ezkai General. The political and military heart of Ekios.

MISC

Frade — Currency used in Ekios.

Bloodiamond — A popular card game played across Emera, Ekios, and Wetra.

Gahin — A derogatory Ekiosh term for someone who doesn’t belong—anywhere.

Gadgi — A slur in Ekiosh for foreigner.

Yrathi — A derogatory Ekiosh term for humans.

Phantom Ranger — A Decarios born with a rare affinity for the bow. Known for deadly precision and near-mythic status.