Thornlam

Population:

• Approximately 54,000

Government:

• Thornlam is the seat of power for the State. It is here that elected officials gather to operate the day-to-day functions of the government. The city itself is governed by a city council led by a chairman selected by the council itself. 

City Info:

• As the Capital of the nation, there is a heavy city-guard presence in this well-fortified city.

  • There are approximately 1,000 members of the city guard (known as The Righteous), with the city being able to muster a militia of 5,000 if needed. (They have never needed to.)

  • The Walls are large and sturdy stone walls. They are topped with frequent guard towers, along with various artillery (Ballista, Cannons, Mortars)

• It is law within the city that all weapons must remained sheathed or stowed, with the only exception being The Righteous. 

Districts/Points of Interest

• Outer City

  • Outer North District:

    • The Fallen Star

      • The Fallen Star is a wagon sized rock that is thought to have fallen from the heavens. It landed in the city, and was too heavy for non-magical methods of removal. Before the appropriate magic could be utilized, however, the locals turned into a cultural landmark. It remains there today, cordoned off by a simple hemp rope and the respect of the locals. 

  • East Side

    • The Springs

      • An onsen with proven magical healing benefits. They also offer smaller personal baths that can preserve a corpse long enough for more powerful healing magics to be used. 

  • Southern Sun District

    • The Ever Sun

      • There is an ancient enchantment placed upon this district that results in it being perpetually high noon, with a never-ending sun shining brightly. 

  • West End

    • The War Room

      • A powerful arcanist has created a shop where patrons can enter a magical simulation putting them in the shoes of a soldier fighting on the front lines against the Cultists of Bane. 

• Middle City

  • Celraisk Heights

    • The Agate Gate

      • A large gate made entirely of agate that is thought to be able to open a portal directly to some of the deepest levels of the abyss

  • Datol Points

    • The Bottomless Pit

      • A well that goes down further than anyone has been able to discover. 

      • There are various large caves that break off from the main shaft, with its equal shares of treasures and horrors. 

      • Many adventurers have gone down the well in search of their fortune. Few return, and even less are willing to talk about what they witnessed. 

  • Qussod Town

    • Underdark Alley

      • Several city blocks are under an enchantment creating perpetual night, allowing for citizens with light sensitivity to roam freely without hurting their eyes. 

  • Skrulkin Stretch

    • Urban Legend tells of a lizzard-folk named Skullkin who robbed an alchemy shop. During his escape, he drank a potion that somehow resulted in his tail growing and stretching across the entire district. Skrullin was ultimately caught when officials followed his tail back to his hideout. 

  • Erramaues Alley

    • One of the founding fathers of the nation, Erramaues Kalkinious, was born in a small house here. The district is named for him. 

  • Nion Corner

    • This district was one home to a mad scientist who was determined to unlock the secrets behind those who can tap into a power that turned them into extremely proficient combatants.

  • "Under" City

    • The Inn of Indulgence:

      •  A veritable house of hedonism. One can find any and all forms of pleasure here. 

        • The inn has a special license that allows it to do pretty much anything. Clerics are on staff to resurrect those who don't survive the debauchery.

  • East Scrip

    • This area, famous for its many theaters, was known as "East Script". During a lightning storm, the "T" was blown off. 

• Inner City

  • Upper Noble's Ward

    • Home to Politicians and Officials

  • Lower Noble's Ward

    • Home to many Wealthy people

  • The Capitol

    • Home of the Government. Where all government offices are located, and votes are tallied. Is also the headquarters of the military.