Esmaria (named after the goddess Esmaryal), is a region in Cannor well-known for its bountiful rivers, the most prominent being the River Esmar, and the extravagant yearly Esmari River Parties that occur on them. For much of history it was divided amongst warring tribal kingdoms, the Esmari River Kings, until it was united as the Esmari Kingdom during the Dragonwake.
Esmaria is the second most populous region in the Empire of Anbennar and is a major production centre of many high value goods. It is populated primarily by Anbennarian Esmari, though Moon Elves make up the larger population of Elvelenn, Giberd is the home of the Imperial Gnomes, and the Silver Dwarves rule the elector country of Silverforge.
Borders are shared with Damescrown, East Dameshead, The Borders, Dostanor, and the Forlorn Vale. The most powerful nations in the region are likely the Duchy of Leslinpár and the Duchy of Estallen, though the thick web of alliances between the many small countries in the area provide a balance of power, and a strong incentive against incursion by the powerful Elfrealm of Ibevar to the north-east.