Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are ten proper temples here. The largest, representing the city leadership, is that of Celphea.

Wizard Presence

Despite being a high-religious people, the citizens of Khor Cegin have long acknowledged the role that arcane magic has played in winning its independence and keeping it. Still, they tend to look at wizards and sorcerers with a cautious eye. In response, the wizards of the Shining Council primarily keep to themselves, studying their craft in peace unless called upon by city leaders.

Merchant Oversight

A committee appointed by the Celphean temple oversees all matters pertaining to merchants within the city. Their judgment is swift and harsh, but fair.

Criminal Presence

Penalties for even slight crimes can be very harsh within Khor Cegin. Because of this, the city is considered very safe, but not completely so. There are still two organizations that work within the shadow for to obtain wealth illegally.

Misty Fingers

This band of thieves pride themselves on moving through crowds and relieve people of their possession. They use stealth and distraction to their greatest advantage.

The Unseen

Evading the law for hundreds of years, this shadowy organization is reputed to prey upon lords by finding compromising information and using it to extort money from them. They are a source of great irritation to local law.

Sisterhood of the Falcon

An elite corps of holy knights that have existed since the city's founding. The knights consist of ardent followers of Celphea and are completely loyal to the temple and the High Priest. Their skills in battle are unmatched anywhere.

Expectations (aside from any oath tenets)

1. Promote the teachings and philosophy of Celphea to the ignorant.
2. Do the right thing by Kharamis, the sisterhood, others, and yourself.
3. Never take advantage of those less fortunate than yourself.
4. Peace is preferable to war.
5. When battle is upon you, never hesitate.
 

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are 15 proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Magic has always played an important part in the existence of the realm, playing a huge part in winning its independence from the Hestrillites. The Shapers of the Light is a guild devoted to the oversight and proliferation of arcane magic use. Those who live in the city or nearby lands must register with guild to be cleared to use magic. Travelers who cast arcane magic are interviewed and given passes. Those who cast and have no passes or hide that they use arcane magic, face time in a dungeon.

Merchant Guild

One of the busiest ports in the realm means an endless supply of merchants flowing through Ruvilhost. The city guild is a huge organization overseeing all merchants with businesses within the city. Their voices are loud and their power significant. 

Criminal Presence

Like any other community, crime is a part of Ruvilhost. Aside from individuals and small groups of criminals, there are six known organizations that ar a thorn in the sides of law enforcement.

Blue Fishers

This gang has always focused on the dock area, be it theft, extortion, blackmail, robbery, or other crimes. They are known to have tattoos of kingfisher birds on their bodies.

Devil's Reach

This vicious band of street thugs are known for their use of extreme violence and sometimes murder in their grisly work.

Darice's Clan

An organization that has existed for over three cenurties, they seem to specialize mainly in extortion but are not averse to other types of crimes if it suits them. It is said that a one eyed woman named Darice originally started the clan.

Palime Cambe

Elvish for "Open Palm" this secretive group seems to be very selective about their high born targets and sometimes goes for many months without committing any kind of crime. But the law knows they are always lurking.

Thirsty Flames

This band of thieves, cutthroats, and assassins appeared within the last forty years or so. Their motivations seem to be religious, and many believe they pay homage to Thirion.

Veiled Reach

The law has long believed that the Veiled Reach is made up of members of the merchant oversight committee and use their position and power to extort gold from merchants visiting from afar.

Other Places of Interest

Spires of Pennai

These four symbolic spires were constructed at the four corners of the city when it was build centuries ago. They represent General Pennai and her three generals that perished in a defining battle with the Hestrillites that allowed the realm to gain its indepenence. The sides of the square towers, which rise to well over ten stories, are mirrored so that the sunlight constantly gives them a brilliance that can be seen for miles.

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there is only one temple here that is dedicated to Em'Sharfhei.

Wizard Presence

Although a theocratic society, the elves still recognize the importance of arcane casters. There are several individuals who dwell within the city. They occasionally meet in private discuss their craft.

Criminal Presence

No crime exists within Soomili. For the rare instances where a crime is committed, the offender is killed (if it's a capital crime) or banished from teh city.

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are six proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

A large portion of the population, mostly elves, practice arcane magic. The Council of the Silver Light is made up of eight of the most wise elven wizards in the city. From their Tower of Shining Light they meet and consider the mysteries of the arcane and beyond while ensuring the safety and security of their people.

Criminal Presence

There is no crime in Teok. Anyone foolish enough to commit one will be killed (if it's a capital crime) or banished forever from the city.

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are 17 proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

There are many wizards living in Falconhaven. They learn and teach at the Academy of the Arcane Arts, a huge campus of colleges representing each of the eight disciplines. The main tower where the council members meet to discuss wizardly matters is called The Finger of K'Tash.

Council of Industries

The council is staffed by representatives elected by each of the realm's industries, such as: lumber, textile, shipping, mining, fishing, farming, and others. The meet regularly to speak of laws and ways to keep the economy growing and profitable.

Criminal Presence

In a huge city such as Falconhaven, there has always been crime. The known organizations are as follows:

All Seers

A street level gang that brags they have eyes on every corner.

Coromo Tash

Extreme patriots of the realm who pride themselves in stealing from any visitors from the empire and donating their gains anonymously to those in need.

Dark Femme

This coven of women feel that there should be no free men roaming the streets. Because of that, they prey upon those women who associate with the free men, as well as nobles who advocate to keep the men free.

Darkness Falls

Quite elusive and most secretive, this organization is said to be led by drow females who revel in stealing from surface dwellers to fund their own design back home. Their existence has never actually been proven, though.

Eyes of the Falcon

This organized crime gang is rumored to focus their talents on extorting money out of local businesses to "keep them safe". They have been a constant irritant to law for a great mny years.

Gray Swords

Rumored to be made up of fallen nobles and aristocrats, the Gray Swords seem to focus their attention on lawmakers and those who enforce it.

Oldogon Faya

This small but brash group of thieves have always concentrated on acquiring rare and coveted items of power and antiquity.

Merchants' Association

The association is a large body of representatives from all businesses within the city. They help make and interpret laws pertaining to merchants and ensure all are treated fairly.

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

There are a great many wizards living in Gowrn. Much of them are employed by the realm to create and maintain Qiran Eshes. Gowrn is also the centerpiece for arcane research within Kharamis. There are eight colleges, each representing an arcane school. The Elite Eight reside in the Iron Tower, which rises as a hub surrounded by the colleges.

Thieves' Guilds

There a two crime organizations that are known to exist within Gowrn.

Blue Flowers

This flamboyant group prefers higher class crimes and always leave a blue cavoria flower near their latest victim.

Light Touch

Mostly a street-level gang, the Light Touch has angered many with their lightning quick pocket picking and purse snatching.

Miner's Guild

Mining here is crucial to the realm for things like precious metals, gems, coal, and other items. Although the three mining companies are owned by human woman, quite a few dwarves work there, as well.

Other Places of Interest

Iron Tower

A dark grey tower of iron that rises from among the eight arcane colleges within Gowrn. The surface of the fifty-story structure is smooth and windowless, and on some nights bluish lights can be seen playing across its surface. Many find it fascinating and beautiful while others swear that anyone touching the symbol of wizardry will instantly die.

Koris Mines

Deep and sprawling, the mines have existed since before Kharamis was founded. Some say that they extend into the Aleroo Mountains for miles and that many have gotten lost within them.

Qiran Esh Caves

Near the Koris Mines are several massive caves that are filled with unanimated Qiran Esh. Rumors are that the caves hold over 10,000 Qiran Eshes that are waiting to be animated for battle or whatever the realm requires.

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are 9 proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Within the imposing Arcane Manor, wizards representing the 8 different schools of magic meet to debate the mysteries of magic, the universe, and a multitude of other subjects.

Merchant Watch

The merchants of Kesorine belong to the Merchang Watch, a powerful union that represents their interests in all things.

Thieves' Guilds

Crime, as in most communities, exists in Kesorine. Aside from the individuals who do their thing, there are five organized gangs known to exist within the city.

Banjo Burners

Rumored to be made up mostly of performers, these gang members prey upon those foolish enough to roam the streets drunk after a night of revelry, usually at a tavern.

Cluster of Fists

This gang uses violence and murder to achieve their ends, preying on citizens who are poor all way up to rich.

Dainty Doves

Reputed to work the upper crust of Kesorine, these ladies use their wiles to get what they want.

Fell Swoops

A gang of criminals who mainly work as assassins for hire. They are highly sought by the law but have always been able to elude them.

The Clan

No one really knows much about The Clan other than that most, if not all, are related. They seem to concentrate on burglary.

Sailors' Union

River travel is critical to the success of Kesorine businesses and trade in and out of the realm. Anyone working as a sailor must be a part of the union, which protects them and ensures their interests are looked after.

Other Places of Interest

Heart of Eronock

During the last days of the war with the empire, two bronze dragons led by a gold dragon named Eronock attacked Kesorine, killing hundreds and nearly leveling the city. With the help of local wizards, the bronze dragons were killed, but the gold was too powerul. Desperate, they convinced the Hestrillites that the leadership of the rebel women had taken refuge inside a deep mountain cavern. Eager to finish the rebellion off in one fell swoop, the dragon lord sent Eronock into the cavern. The great dragon was ambushed by the wizards and turned to stone. The stone dragon resides in the same cavern to this day, drawing visitors every day to see the great monument to the Hestrillites' defeat.

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Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Within the Radiant Spire, which rises from the wizard's ward, reside the Council of the Nine. They consist of representatives from each college of magic and an elected leader. 

Merchant Guilds

There are four guilds located within Ulkri: farmers, builders, smithies, and builders. All have a representative sitting on a council that helps to maintain good commerce and enforce laws of trade.

Thieves' Guilds

As with any city, there are small bands of thieves and such. The only acknowledged guild is known as the Arch-Fiends. Aside from street crime, they seem to specialize in blackmail and have eluded the authorities for a very long time.

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest

Religion

Although there are private places within the city where people can worship their god, there are four proper temples here.

Wizard Presence

Although

Merchant Guilds

Being

Thieves' Guilds

The

Sailors' Union

A

Other Places of Interest