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'''Krull''' is a large mountainous and wooded island at the Rim of the Disc and also the name of its capital. It has a mountain slightly overhanging the Edge of the Disc. Due to this geographical advantage, many Krullians are astrozoologists, scientists who observe [[Great A'Tuin]] the world turtle and the four [[World Elephant|giant elephants]]. Krull is ruled by the [[Arch-Astronomer]], has its own magical university and doesn't interact much with the other countries. The official language of Krull is the Krullian, although many of them seem to be able to talk with foreigners such as [[Rincewind]] or [[Twoflower]]
'''Krull''' is a large mountainous and wooded island at the Rim of the Disc and also the name of its capital. It has a mountain slightly overhanging the Edge of the Disc. Due to this geographical advantage, many Krullians are astrozoologists, scientists who observe [[Great A'Tuin]] the world turtle and the four [[World Elephant|giant elephants]]. Krull is ruled by the [[Arch-Astronomer]], has its own magical university and doesn't interact much with the other countries. The official language of Krull is the Krullian, although many of them seem to be able to talk with foreigners such as [[Rincewind]] or [[Twoflower]]


Once, the people of Krull lowered a vessel on a rope over the Edge to observe [[Great A'Tuin]], confirming the theory of its existence. Later, the archmage of Krull ordered Goldeneyes Silverhads Dactylos to construct a vessel, The [[Potent Voyager]], that was launched rather than attached by a rope. This vessel got misappropriated by Rincewind and Twoflower, (see {{COM}}) and no further advancement on astrozoology has been reported; but then, few people in other countries are interested in astrozoology in as much detail as the Krullians study it, so maybe there have been advances, they are just not reported on the main continents.
Once, the people of Krull lowered a vessel on a rope over the Edge to observe [[Great A'Tuin]], confirming the theory of its existence. Later, the archmage of Krull ordered Goldeneyes Silverhands Dactylos to construct a vessel, The [[Potent Voyager]], that was launched rather than attached by a rope. This vessel got misappropriated by Rincewind and Twoflower, (see {{COM}}) and no further advancement on astrozoology has been reported; but then, few people in other countries are interested in astrozoology in as much detail as the Krullians study it, so maybe there have been advances, they are just not reported on the main continents.


Krull constructed the [[Circumfence]], a sturdy wood-stakes-and-ropes barrier running almost a third of the way around the Edge of the Disc. By means of this they have managed to maintain their national wealth.  Hapless ships and vessels continuously get washed toward the Edge, and by means of the Circumfence, Krullians are able to salvage many useful things; for example, many houses are constructed from parts of ships. In the old days, people who ran into the Circumfence would get captured by the Krullian navies and serve as slaves or even [[Garhartra|honoured guests]], at least for a few blissful carefree days... (see {{COM}}). Nowadays, Krullians rescue these people and charge them heavy salvage rates, a much more peaceful but just as profitable use of the barrier (see {{TLH}}).
Krull constructed the [[Circumfence]], a sturdy wood-stakes-and-ropes barrier running almost a third of the way around the Edge of the Disc. By means of this they have managed to maintain their national wealth.  Hapless ships and vessels continuously get washed toward the Edge, and by means of the Circumfence, Krullians are able to salvage many useful things; for example, many houses are constructed from parts of ships. In the old days, people who ran into the Circumfence would get captured by the Krullian navies and serve as slaves or even [[Garhartra|honoured guests]], at least for a few blissful carefree days... (see {{COM}}). Nowadays, Krullians rescue these people and charge them heavy salvage rates, a much more peaceful but just as profitable use of the barrier (see {{TLH}}).

Revision as of 20:12, 19 February 2014

Krull
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Established {{{established}}}
Motto
Neighbours The Rim
Geographical Features Small Island nation, overhanging the edge of the Disc. Has mountains and the Hakrull River
Population over ten thousand
Size
Capital Krull
Type of government Magical rule. Ruled by an Arch-Astronomer during The Colour of Magic
Notable Citizens Guest Master Garhartra, Goldeneyes Silverhand Dactylos, Marchesa
Imports Salvage
Exports Shipwreck survivors
National Anthem
Books The Colour of Magic, Mort, The Last Hero


Krull is a large mountainous and wooded island at the Rim of the Disc and also the name of its capital. It has a mountain slightly overhanging the Edge of the Disc. Due to this geographical advantage, many Krullians are astrozoologists, scientists who observe Great A'Tuin the world turtle and the four giant elephants. Krull is ruled by the Arch-Astronomer, has its own magical university and doesn't interact much with the other countries. The official language of Krull is the Krullian, although many of them seem to be able to talk with foreigners such as Rincewind or Twoflower

Once, the people of Krull lowered a vessel on a rope over the Edge to observe Great A'Tuin, confirming the theory of its existence. Later, the archmage of Krull ordered Goldeneyes Silverhands Dactylos to construct a vessel, The Potent Voyager, that was launched rather than attached by a rope. This vessel got misappropriated by Rincewind and Twoflower, (see The Colour of Magic) and no further advancement on astrozoology has been reported; but then, few people in other countries are interested in astrozoology in as much detail as the Krullians study it, so maybe there have been advances, they are just not reported on the main continents.

Krull constructed the Circumfence, a sturdy wood-stakes-and-ropes barrier running almost a third of the way around the Edge of the Disc. By means of this they have managed to maintain their national wealth. Hapless ships and vessels continuously get washed toward the Edge, and by means of the Circumfence, Krullians are able to salvage many useful things; for example, many houses are constructed from parts of ships. In the old days, people who ran into the Circumfence would get captured by the Krullian navies and serve as slaves or even honoured guests, at least for a few blissful carefree days... (see The Colour of Magic). Nowadays, Krullians rescue these people and charge them heavy salvage rates, a much more peaceful but just as profitable use of the barrier (see The Last Hero).

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Is there a link here to the big fantasy film of 1983, Krull, which while it received, at best, a lukewarm reception, featured an incompetent and cowardly wizard called Ergo the Magnificent? (Played by the much under-rated British character actor and comedian David Battley, who is, alas, no longer with us).

Interestingly enough, Krull and The Colour of Magic were both released in the same year - 1983. One of those strange co-incidences?