The capital city of
Parcivale has a long history, as it was one of the few great cities that were spared from devastation during the War Between Order and Chaos. Most of the architecture dates back to the Ashen Age and has remained mostly unchanged throughout the centuries, although signs of steam technology are still visible here and there. Before The Order took over, the city was the center of the Duchy of Parcivale.
Despite being a harbor city, it does not have a fleet or many trading vessels due to the proximity of the dangerous shoals of
the Forlorn Islands. Instead, most traffic is handled via airships or the more recent
Caraferra railways that terminate at the capital city. On the south side of the city are docks called
The Lonesome Harbor, as well as the pristine sands of
Paradisa Beach. To the west and north of the city spread the fertile
Damalot Plains with its fields, meadows and farmsteads. On the eastern side lies the treacherous
Valeste Saltmarsh.
The city is surrounded by three stone walls built around the wide
Montenostra Hill. The walls divide the three districts known as"Rings". There are many parks and gardens hidden within the narrow streets, ancient walls, manors and townhouses. There's also a notable number of museums and art galleries.
The population of the capital city is diverse, with no species having a majority presence. Due to the verdant fields and forests in the state, the people of the city have lived in peace and harmony, and this reflects in the serene vibe of the city. All the yearly festivals in the
Chronanese Calendar are celebrated with extravagance and splendor.
Notable Locations
Ring of Copper
The outmost ring that contains mostly industrial buildings and workers' residences.
Artificers' Guildhouse
Bulette Gate (headquarters of the Polis Watch)
Brewery Museum (museum dedicated to brewing, popular among halflings)
Crimson Keep (imposing fortress built to the backwall, facing the Saltmarsh, that houses a prison and the offices of the Inquisitors)
Misericordia Hospital (temple of Tritiana Mater)
Steamwork Museum (temple of Kreusstross, where the history of steam technology is preserved)
The Lonesome Harbor
Hooded Lantern Tavern (5 sp/night; a quiet inn at the harbor welcoming sailors and the few travellers who arrive via ships)
Tulio Caraferra Railway Terminal (trains depart to Genora, Monda, Seashire and Villafrente here)
Locomotive Hotel (1 gold/night; sleazy hotel built into abandoned train carts)
Ring of Silver
The middle ring, where the merchants, artists and artisans live.
Di Primali Legal Services (a successful law firm)
Falconers' Clubhouse
Galleria Arcobaleno (boulevard with buildings painted in bright colors, contains various businesses and art galleries)
Mining Museum (dwarf-owned museum that showcases gems and ores, built into an abandoned mine shaft)
Museum of Divine Art (temple of Manadis, where paintings and sculptures of famous artists throughout history are on display)
Museum of Holy History (temple of Philomelo, showcasing selected pieces of written history)
Paradisa Beach (popular destination for relaxation)
Hotel Del Sol (10 gold/night; luxurious beachfront hotel)
Sunset Bar (offers coctails and activities to beach-goers)
Sepulcher of Souls (temple of Elethrain built within the hill, where the dead are buried)
Stairs of the Silvertongue (staircase overlooking the sea with a large silver statue of the famous prophet)
Tophat & Monocle Museum
Ring of Gold
The oldest and highest part of the city on top of Montenostra Hill, housing the wealthy and influential.
Casa Ducale (former manor of the Duke, now houses the Metropolite, surrounded by a lush garden)
Casa Judicare (temple of Zaumaturge that acts as a courthouse)
Cathedral of Conservation (temple of Aegias-Meteo that has extensive vaults containing relics of the past)
Guido Aerodrome (airships depart here for Czenova, Gardenoor and Geigerport)
Last Goodbye Inn (2 gold/night, inn built below the aerodrome)
Hippogriff Gate (headquarters of the 3rd Air Brigade, "The Hippogriffs")
Palazzo Publico (temple of Politia Palladion)
Piazza d'Oro (marketplace lined with high-end boutiques, with a golden fountain depicting an eight-pointed star in the center)
Cabinet of Curiosities (combined museum and shop for magical items)
Casino Rigaro (venue for extravagant balls and masquerades for the upper class)
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