Iodantir
At the southeastern edge of the black mountains in Aenuleria is where the bastion of Iodantir can be found. As the capital of Ard’dyanir grew to be too populous, settlers began spreading out to other mountainous regions that were not inhabited by the Fyane’nisse. At the eastern end of the realm, settlers believed they could still find a kinship with the halflings of the plains. Many of the exiles yearn for a reestablished connection to the Lady, and searched for it in relations with their small kin. The Rishani tribes harbor no resentment of either elven race, enjoying interactions with both. Food for the settlement comes in from farms in the foothills. Water for the settlement is readily available, flowing southward from the mountain heights.
Much of the town is located in the foothills of the mountains, spreading outward from the crags on which the citadel sits. Gemstone deposits are not so readily found elsewhere in the mountains, so much of the construction contains gemstone accents rather than being created entirely of precious stone. Black rock so prevalent in the central north of the range has also largely faded into gray rock at the eastern edge of the range, further altering the look of the town. Buildings tend to be primarily dark gray in coloration, with precious stones shaped into patterns for decoration. Emerald trees and sapphire water mosaics tend to be the most commonly seen.
Government
Iodantir is ruled over by Galri Celanir, who established the town two hundred years after the exile. He is said to rule his people firmly, but fairly. Celanir spends much of his time training in the art of war, preparing for the day the high elven kings will need to defend their people. The library in the citadel is said to comprise an impressive collection of literature from throughout the continent on warfare and philosophy. Recognition of Celanir’s mastery of war tactics has gained him the title of “Shield of the East”.
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