Gem Forks

Gem Forks is a small mining support community. It is located in the fork of the Topaz and Opal Rivers. The community exists to provide the mines with goods and services. Unlike the small mining towns located further up river, Gem Forks is not a company owned town.

Demographics

Gem Forks is mainly inhabited by East Bijouans. However, its close proximity to the Carvasian border contributes to a fair amount of Carvasian citizens.

Government

Gem Forks is run by a wealthy family with eyes on Bijouan government and power.

Defences

The bridges near Gem Forks can be raised quickly, stopping any advancements on the town.

Industry & Trade

Gem Forks is home to the cutting and polishing operations for the Bijouan government.

Infrastructure

Two bridges, one crossing the Topaz River and one crossing the Opal River, make Gem Forks an ideal crossing point for Carvasian imports and exports.

Assets

Gem Forks charges a toll for the raising of its bridges and for conducting, cutting and polishing work for raw cut gems coming downriver from the mines in the Arbiter Mountains.

Type

Town

Inhabitant Demonym

Forkers

Characters in Location

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