The Free State of the Fold (Saorstát Síreann) or simply The Fold (Síre) is a republic or 'free state' in the northwestern part of the Eras continent, consisting of the two former Somerish shires of Suthershire and Ledgwickshire (consisting of the historical lathes of Sutherfold and Suther Troyd).
The Free State of the Fold (Saorstát Síreann) or simply The Fold (Síre) is a republic or 'free state' in the northwestern part of the Eras continent, consisting of the two former Somerish shires of Suthershire and Ledgwickshire (consisting of the historical lathes of Sutherfold and Suther Troyd). The region was for a short period of time (January 1st 306 - July 7th 307) a fully independent state but was reunited with the Shires of Somery again as the shires of Suthershire and Ledgwickshire in the wake of local economic hardship. A small part of the formerly uncharted area of 'Bootchill Deane' was also included the territory of the then Free State. Sutherfold became independent on January 1, 306, following a referendum. The possible crisis or enmity between the government of Somery and that of the Free State was skilfully avoided by the Reeve of Somery, Annideigh Lynne. Following the independence, the local majority language Fyldish (Síreannais) became the official language. Since the sentiment of the population of the two shires has not changed since the 306 referendum, as shown by recent public opinion polls and despite the failure of the region's 18 months of independence, talks are currently (312) in an advanced stage between the authorities of Somery and those of the two shires to reestablish far-reaching autonomy to the region as a first step towards full independence. Given the recent strong local economic recovery it is very likely that the second time around will prove successful. In 313 The Fold became fully independent.
