Knolo
On the Pagloan island of Knolo stands the village of Knolo or more accurately, one could say, stand the villages of Knolo. The village of Knolo houses the premier munitions factory of Eilea. All of the components are found naturally on the island, and all are processed locally by families that have lived there for generations.
Unfortunately, several of the processes are prone to massive explosions, so periodically the village of Knolo has been leveled, nearly completely. Eventually blast containment technology was included in factory rebuilds, but the shock waves from the explosions that still occur, still level the family habitations.
Fortunately for all, loss of life has been minimal through the years. Much of Pagloan life occurs out of doors, so even when structures fail, they are generally empty. Processes that might trigger an explosion are banned running during the night shift, when sleepers might be caught unawares.
Demographics
The population of Knolo consists of generations of Pagloan families that have mined the guano and manufactured the munitions that have made Knolo famous. Outsiders are allowed to trade, but not allowed to settle.
Government
Knolo is run by a counsel of elders. The eldest member of any family line is eligible to sit on the council of elders unless deemed unfit by their direct descendants. Lobbying among the elders is fierce on any topic. Voting on any decision must be unanimous.
Defences
The munitions of Knolo are valued across Eilea. Any group that is foolish enough to try to damage the livelihood or people of Knolo would face the wrath of generations of miners, the attention of a robust deployment of PIIGs and banishment by every civilization on Eilea.
Industry & Trade
The mining and refinement of guano and the production of world class munitions make Knolo popular around the world. There is always a healthy trade in commodities and luxuries, though most wealth is banked for a rainy day.
Infrastructure
Knolo consists of large multi-generation homes, the extensive guano mines, the processing plant and the munitions factory.
Assets
The guano of the red-tailed diver is the most valuable natural resource on the island. The processed guano and the munitions are the most valuable industrial assets.
Founding Date
02/02/1381 CE
Alternative Name(s)
Boomtown
Type
Village
Population
42,200
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