Every character in this story can fight, heal others, etc. Ranges of fighting styles include Hand combat, magic, and using weapons. 

Elantris- Rolling hills and known for agriculture.

Rochare- Big forest. Known for providing lumber.

Selnia- Glimmering seas with multiple islands. Known for transporting materials across the waters.

Mazuponia- Floating islands. Known for transporting materials in the skies.

Scandoniad- Hot lands with a tropical setting. Known for material production.