Cloudharbor
The main bridge in Cloudharbor was there long before Cloudharbor, and even before the Never Ends Well, the legendary tavern on Main Street. Dozens of battles occured between the lands to the north and south of the River Dien that divided the city. Lords and admirals of nations long-forgotten fought and died along those banks until eventually a truce was struck upon the bridge itself. The leaders of the two nations of Redmonte and Arlings met centuries ago and greed to found a city, borne of both nations and sovereign of either, to be led by the first-born of the union between the first daughter of Redmonte and the second son of Arlings.
It truly was a fairy-tale, but unlike most other stories and legends of the lands, this one kept its happy, unlikely ending. The first-born child of the union was a girl, Aviente Reddington Arlings, First Governess of Cloudharbor. The city took years to build and Aviente was in her late forties by the time the city was recognized as more than a thorpe on the northern end of the continent. That didn’t stop her from raising a formidable fleet of trading ships, as well as the navy required to protect them. Although it was her son, Avenz who was the founder of the White Coats and the governor’s personal guard.
Currently governed by Temberlain Arlings
It truly was a fairy-tale, but unlike most other stories and legends of the lands, this one kept its happy, unlikely ending. The first-born child of the union was a girl, Aviente Reddington Arlings, First Governess of Cloudharbor. The city took years to build and Aviente was in her late forties by the time the city was recognized as more than a thorpe on the northern end of the continent. That didn’t stop her from raising a formidable fleet of trading ships, as well as the navy required to protect them. Although it was her son, Avenz who was the founder of the White Coats and the governor’s personal guard.
Currently governed by Temberlain Arlings
Whitehall
Stonekeep
Governed by Rendel Stockwood III and situated along the eastern banks of Lake Duernegar. Named after the solid stone keep, carved hundreds of years ago by skilled dwarven craftsman and the famed engineer, Greyland Stonebrow.
Valemont
The political advarsary to Cloudharbor. Located up river from the southern tip of Lake Duernagar, where it's sister city Valeport, acts as a trade hub.
Currently governed by Xander Aynzodel.
Currently governed by Xander Aynzodel.
Nostra Celeste
"Our Heaven"
Nostra Celeste is the largest continent on the planet, Caeli, Earth's Twin. Although travel between landmasses is possible, it is incredibly rare and mass migration has not occurred in the last 3,000 years.
Nostra Celeste, like all mortal realms, was molded by Nora, the Creator; with the help of Moradin and other high deities of the Great Pantheon. The continent rests above the Tropic of Tempest, leaving much of the region in a warm to temperate climate. The three major mountain ranges span for thousands of miles, with the Truujin Mountains splitting apart much of the east from the west and isolation the Harzod Desert from the rest of the world.
The elven Emberwood and Titanlands make up most of the West, the Amber Plains make up the heartlands, and the Truujin Forest and Emerald Lowlands take over all of the east. To the southwest, the Deadlands are kept separated from the rest of the continent by the Wall of Kymer. Despite its moniker, many peoples manage to eak out an existence within the tiny region.
The Titanlands dominate the northwest region of Nostra Celeste. Named for the titans which call the land "home," the area spans for thousands of square miles. The River Kord flows from the far south in the mountains of Mist Lake, through the Amber Mountains and the lake, Kord's Tear. From there, the river flows north to the sea, splitting the Titanlands. No major human cities can be found here, but there are a few human settlements abounding. The titans themselves live in their city of Eden, along the River Kord. Its splendor is only rivaled by that of Mount Celestia, itself.
The island of Garoz rests just off the coast of the Titanlands. Nothing is known of the crytic landmass, as the titans have forbidden any to make land there.
Nostra Celeste is the largest continent on the planet, Caeli, Earth's Twin. Although travel between landmasses is possible, it is incredibly rare and mass migration has not occurred in the last 3,000 years.
Nostra Celeste, like all mortal realms, was molded by Nora, the Creator; with the help of Moradin and other high deities of the Great Pantheon. The continent rests above the Tropic of Tempest, leaving much of the region in a warm to temperate climate. The three major mountain ranges span for thousands of miles, with the Truujin Mountains splitting apart much of the east from the west and isolation the Harzod Desert from the rest of the world.
The elven Emberwood and Titanlands make up most of the West, the Amber Plains make up the heartlands, and the Truujin Forest and Emerald Lowlands take over all of the east. To the southwest, the Deadlands are kept separated from the rest of the continent by the Wall of Kymer. Despite its moniker, many peoples manage to eak out an existence within the tiny region.
The Titanlands dominate the northwest region of Nostra Celeste. Named for the titans which call the land "home," the area spans for thousands of square miles. The River Kord flows from the far south in the mountains of Mist Lake, through the Amber Mountains and the lake, Kord's Tear. From there, the river flows north to the sea, splitting the Titanlands. No major human cities can be found here, but there are a few human settlements abounding. The titans themselves live in their city of Eden, along the River Kord. Its splendor is only rivaled by that of Mount Celestia, itself.
The island of Garoz rests just off the coast of the Titanlands. Nothing is known of the crytic landmass, as the titans have forbidden any to make land there.
Titanfall
It is said that Titanfall was founded upon the footprint of Kord, when he came to the earth with his bride. The city itself is nestled among the crags of the Amber Mountains along the banks of the great River Kord, the mightiest river in the land. Guarding the city are the statues of Eylund and Freilia, the Twin Titans, who showed favor on the humans who built the city ages ago.
Throughout Titanfall, water drips and falls from countless streams bubbling up from the mountainous heights above the city. Because of this, the entire city is made of tough stone, slate, and marble; giving the city a dark and looming presence. Even so, over the centuries, many buildings and alleyways have deep rivulets left from the constant erosion.
The streets of Titanfall are unusually wide, as it is one of the few stopping points for any of the Twelve when they depart from their lands, as infrequently as they do so. For that very reason, many of Titanfall's buildings rise high into the sky, as there is less space within the mountain range to expand.
There is no regency within Titanfall. The city and its surrounding areas is governed by a senate, composed of representatives of each of the worker's guilds. The senate's power is held in check by a tribunal of judges, who act independently of their congressional counterparts. Together, the two powers reign over Titanfall's forces and constabulary.
Throughout Titanfall, water drips and falls from countless streams bubbling up from the mountainous heights above the city. Because of this, the entire city is made of tough stone, slate, and marble; giving the city a dark and looming presence. Even so, over the centuries, many buildings and alleyways have deep rivulets left from the constant erosion.
The streets of Titanfall are unusually wide, as it is one of the few stopping points for any of the Twelve when they depart from their lands, as infrequently as they do so. For that very reason, many of Titanfall's buildings rise high into the sky, as there is less space within the mountain range to expand.
There is no regency within Titanfall. The city and its surrounding areas is governed by a senate, composed of representatives of each of the worker's guilds. The senate's power is held in check by a tribunal of judges, who act independently of their congressional counterparts. Together, the two powers reign over Titanfall's forces and constabulary.
Ichyrix's Lair
Ichyrix's lair is nestled deep in the Amber Mountains at the headwaters of the Navid River at the beautiful Silver Falls. At the base of his lair rests the idyllic cabin of Icemane, the silver dragon's trusted and prayerful neighbor. Although he does little to hide his home, Ichyrix's lair is not known by many. The actual entrance to the mountainous cave sits about twenty miles to the south/southwest of the quiet human town of Stonekeep.
Farming
Farming is a quiet village just between the Truujin Mountains and the Amber Plains. True to its name, most inhabitants of farming toil under the sun to bring invaluable grains, fruits, and vegetables to the citizens of Nostra Celeste.