Darokin

Darokin is a fictional country in the Mystara campaign setting for the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game. Introduced by TSR in the 1980s, it is portrayed as a mercantile realm that emphasizes trade, law, and cautious exploration over brute force.

Geography and government: Located in central Mystara, Darokin comprises a network of cities and agricultural heartlands linked by roads and caravan routes. The realm is governed by a monarchy supported by a capable civil service and a powerful system of merchant guilds that shape policy and law.

Economy and society: Darokin’s wealth rests on trade, manufacturing, and agriculture. Its markets are cosmopolitan, attracting immigrants and travelers who contribute to a culture that values education, diplomacy, and record-keeping. Trade treaties and mapmaking are common professions among its citizens.

History and setting: In the Mystara line, Darokin arose as a major economic power and has long pursued a pragmatic balance of diplomacy and commerce with neighboring realms. Its frontier regions invite exploration, while disputes with rivals are settled through negotiation and law rather than conquest.

In role-playing: Darokin serves as a backdrop for campaigns centered on commerce, diplomacy, and intrigue. Adventures frequently involve negotiating treaties, navigating the sophisticated guild network, or venturing along trade routes into uncharted territories.

See also: Mystara; Thyatis; Minrothad; Alphatia.