Veluna

Veluna is a fictional theocratic realm in the Greyhawk fantasy campaign setting. It is situated in the central Flanaess and is dominated by the Church of Rao, the deity of peace and light. The Velunan government is a theocracy led by the High Priest of Rao, aided by a council of bishops and influential lay nobles.

The realm’s society emphasizes lawful conduct, charitable works, and clerical scholarship. Its economy centers on temple-centered towns, agriculture, and crafts, with pilgrimage and religious tourism providing additional income. The capital hosts the principal Temple of Rao and serves as the administrative heart of Veluna; numerous monasteries and abbeys operate as centers of learning and healing.

Historically, Veluna has acted as a bulwark against external threats in central Flanaess and maintains diplomatic ties with neighboring realms such as Furyondy. During the Greyhawk Wars, Veluna aligned with its allies to resist the expansion of Iuz, contributing troops, magic, and diplomacy to the effort. In later periods, it has been portrayed as a stabilizing theocratic partner in the region, balancing religious authority with secular governance.

Notable features include the central Temple of Rao and a network of temples, abbeys, and shrines that connect major religious sites across the realm. The Velunan landscape is dotted with pilgrimage routes, monastic settlements, and garrison towns that support both spiritual life and defense.

In gaming materials across editions, Veluna appears as a setting for political intrigue, religious drama, and knightly quests, often serving as a diplomatic, pious, and martial ally to neighboring realms.