Nightfall Keep
Nightfall Keep, the majestic and somber capital of the Realm of Dusk, stands as a testament to Mistress Katrina's eternal dominion over her shadow-veiled land. Built from obsidian and dark stone mined from the Weeping Mountains, the city’s spires and towers reach up as if to tear the perpetual twilight asunder, while its fortified walls promise impenetrable defense against any who dare challenge the Mistress of Dusk.
Population and Society:
With a population of approximately 2,000,000 souls, Nightfall Keep is a bustling metropolis where the majority of the realm's denizens dwell. The city is structured in concentric rings, each guarded by its own gate and watchtower, symbolizing the layers of protection around Mistress Katrina’s inner sanctum. The population is a mix of humans and creatures of the night, all serving their role within the hierarchy of the city.The Citadel of Shadows:
At the city’s core lies the Citadel of Shadows, a colossal fortress where Mistress Katrina resides. Its highest tower, the Spire of Endless Night, houses the Hall of Whispers, where the Mistress holds court. The citadel is surrounded by the Night Gardens, a labyrinth of dark beauty where night-blooming flowers exude scents that are both intoxicating and soporific, adding to the Keep's enigmatic allure.The Obsidian Market:
The city’s economic heart beats in the Obsidian Market, a vast bazaar where merchants from all corners of the realm come to trade. Here, one can find the rarest of items, from enchanted armaments and alchemical concoctions to forbidden texts and relics of ancient power. The market is always alive with hushed negotiations and the clinking of coins, a place where wealth can buy almost anything, save for the Mistress's favor.The Ebon District:
The Ebon District is where the Midnight Order and the nobles reside. It is a place of opulence and strict order, with manors that boast high walls and private armies. The district is also home to the Order’s barracks and the Hall of Echoes, where strategies and battles are planned under the watchful eyes of the Iron Judge.The Common Rings:
The outer rings of Nightfall Keep are where the common folk live. The dwellings are built from the same dark stone as the rest of the city but are simpler and functional. Here, the smiths of the realm have their forges, alchemists concoct their brews, and the Black Legion trains in the art of war.The River Styxian:
The lifeblood of Nightfall Keep is the River Styxian, a slow-moving waterway that reflects no light. It provides the city with a source of water and acts as a natural moat for the inner rings. The river is also rumored to be the path to the underworld, however that’s just an urban myth.Entertainment and Leisure:
The citizens of Nightfall Keep find respite in the Veiled Theaters, where performances of the realm's history and tragedies are enacted. The Arena of Shadows also lies within the city, offering a place for both entertainment and proving one’s worth in combat.The Cult of the Moon:
The Cult of the Moon is the dominant religious order within Nightfall Keep, with a grand temple that sits directly opposite the Citadel of Shadows. Here, the population gathers to offer prayers to the celestial bodies, seeking favor and guidance from the darkness above.
Founding Date
984 AE
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Population
2.000.000
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Nightfaller
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