House Duncombe
The House of Duncombe is also one of the oldest houses in Urnst. Since before the days of Iuz's imprisonment, the House of Duncombe has stood guard on the Artonsamay River and kept watch over the evil that lurks beyond. The racial origins of the House are lost to history, and the source of their flashing green eyes is a mystery. They are a predominantly of Oeridian heritage, but have been wise in marrying their blood into more Suloise and Flannish holdings. Who can really say what the founding fathers of the House considered themselves to be.
One of the two most powerful Houses in all of the County (second only to House Gellor), they have received the brunt of the burden imposed by the recent wars, and the loss of the allied Gellor Duchy of the Artonsamay, north of the River has many in this house afraid of Iuz's demonic power. Most of the mercenaries are marshaled on Duncombe land and most border raids ravage Duncombe land as well. This has lead to a strong disdain for those of other houses (particularly House Whittenbock) whom the Duncombe's view to be "soft" and not holding their end of the feudal obligation. Like those of House Torquann, the Duncombes are extremely insular, and many family members spend years planning marriages to keep their bloodlines strong.
Archbaron Terard Duncombe II, Lord of the East is second only to the Count is overall power. As Lord General during the wars, he gained massive popularity, and his fief covers the entire eastern half of the County.
During the Civil War of 593-594CY, forces loyal to Lord Duncombe led the fight against the weak regent Nimar Chrysale Gellor. Only Radigast, High Mardreth and Brotton didn't fall to his armies.
Following the death of Contessa Elona, Lord Duncombe declared Martial Law and declared himself Regent of the County.
Rise to Power
In 596CY, during the Council of Peers held by Lord Duncombe, House Duncombe seized power with the election of Countess Rachel. Thus the Duncombe have seized power from House Gellor.
Notable Members
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