Giving Town
Giving Town is the trading hub of all Illiria, situated in the Empire near both Kuasta and The Confederacy. Trading caravans from the North and West make long, dangerous journeys to Giving Town, which is hailed as the best place to do business in all the Empire. The city is surrounded by wooden walls preserved with magic, marked by watchtowers every hundred feet, and each road is protected by gatehouses nicknamed guillotines for their capability of cutting off enemies with startling efficiency. The main road from Dragonscale is marked by the hands of thieves nailed to waymarkers, sometimes called the Thievesroad as a result.
Demographics
As with most of The Darkwood, Giving Town is primarily Human, however a large proportion of Orcs inhabit the area, as well as a significant population of Half-Elves fleeing discrimination elsewhere in the Empire.
Government
Giving Town is ruled over by Count Edric Darkheart and his family, however merchant alliances hold significant economic power.
Defences
Giving Town is practically surrounded by watchtowers, but is designed to deter bandits rather than withstand a siege. The riches of Giving Town are legendary, and as such it's defenders fully anticipate that in the event of war, they will be a prime target.
Infrastructure
Giving Town is arranged in such a way as to create multiple markets throughout, with wide streets and lots designed for ease of caravan passage. Multiple public water troughs and stables among other businesses are strategically arranged to care for caravans passing through.
Alternative Name(s)
Merchant's Delight
Type
City
Inhabitant Demonym
Gee-Tee
Owning Organization
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