Hotampen

An ancient city and once capitol of the Dari empire. Though the Dari empire fell in 4301, Hotampen remains a vastly important trade hub and city-state. It is one of the most diverse places in the world. The city name means "City of the Holy Ship," because it was founded by a hafolk priest who arrived from the western continent in 2593. For much of its history it was a small fishing village called Tirampen, but after the fall of the Habrian empire it became a major city and the name was changed.
The primary human name for the city is Helstei Nyat. The primary dwarven name for the city is Dari Tsukin.

Demographics

• 25% hafolk
• 35% human
• 10% dwarf
• 10% elf
• 5% gnome
• 15% other (tiefling, tabaxi, orc, goblin, durodai, demur, etc.)

Government

The city is now run by a council which is elected by the Five Families every ten years. Each year the Chairman of the council is changed to a different person.

Defences

The Noble Guard is a 400-person strong guard force that keeps the city safe, along with its system of walls and gates.

Industry & Trade

Hotampen is a massive trade hub. Furs, wheat, iron, and gemstones come in from the south and silks, fruit, dwarven crafts, and more come in from the north. Most of the noble families built their wealth on trade.

Infrastructure

Highly extensive infrastructure including aqueducts, sewers, flood drains, roads, multiple bridges, and a vast port.

Guilds and Factions

• Alchemist's Guild
• Port Authority
• Noble Guard
• Saltside Market Guild
• The Five Families
• The Grand College of Anyemie

History

Founded by hafolk settlers in 2593, Hotampen was a very small fishing colony for centuries. They occasionally had fights with their human neighbors, but were never wiped out. The town became something of a trading hub during the Magis era, but didn't really come into its own until the 3000s. At this point hundreds of hafolk had migrated to the eastern continent, largely around the coasts. Hotampen at this point was ruled by a king whose surname was Dari. Dari's kingdom slowly expanded across the coasts and sea until it became an Empire in the 3400s. The Dari Empire ruled by its trade and sea power until a variety of factors caused it to slowly crumble. By 4301 the once-flourishing Empire had completely broken apart. Still, Hotampen itself remained a powerful city-state and trading hub.

Tourism

Over its long history, Hotampen has built some incredible monuments. The Temple District, especially the Temple to Lum, is one of the most impressive in the world. There is also the Saltside Market, where goods from all over the world can be found. Scholars flock to the Grand College.

Founding Date

2593

Alternative Name(s)

Helstei Nyat, Dari Tsukin

Type

Capital

Population

100,000

Inhabitant Demonym

Hoteti

Included Locations

• Nchukufi Castle