Pale Bridge
Formerly known as the Spired District, this area was a
bustling residential hub of Leofric. Lord Calmest's siege,
however, was not kind to the district. It bore the brunt
of the conflict, its proximity to the frontline turning it
into a primary target for the Aelven onslaught. The district
was brutally ravaged, its once proud spires crumbled to
dust. Yet, resilience sparked amidst the ruins. Over the
last eight centuries, the district has since risen from its ashes.
At the heart of the district, a massive bridge spanning
the city's formidable Moryanne River stands guard. The
Pale Bridge is a
marvel of engineering, a symbolic link between the
district and its neighboring Cadral Ward. Unlike
its counterparts across the city, the Pale Bridge was
built after the siege and forgoes the traditional
gothic charm for a more brutalist aesthetic, where
square angles replace intricate spires and bas-reliefs.
Illuminated by everburning azure lights, this impressive
drawbridge possesses the capacity to split in half,
allowing towering ships to pass beneath. Since the
lockdown, however, its expansive arch hasn't been
raised. The need simply hasn’t arisen—no ship of
significant size has ventured in nor out of the city.
While the district's side of the bridge remains relatively
unguarded, the opposite side teems with watchful eyes.
The Cadral Ward, infamous for its dubious
commerce, requires constant surveillance.
