Plural of empery; dominions, territories, or spheres of power and control.
From empery + -ies (plural marker). Empery comes from Middle English, derived from Old French and ultimately Latin imperium (empire/command).
You'll find this word in Renaissance maps describing colonial territories and power zones—'the emperies of the Spanish crown.' It carries a grandiose, slightly old-fashioned tone perfect for historical drama.
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