Golden Harbor

The Capital city of Golden Harbor was built along the coast of the Valeshift Sea, and is known as, “The Greatest City in this, or any, age.” The seat of Braelor’s power, Golden Harbor is a bustling metropolis with massive, thick stone walls stretching up for dozens of feet. Over the walls, you see a few tall buildings peeking above the gray stone tops. There are great floating airships coming in for a landing inside the walls,

Demographics

Human- 64%
Elven- 18%
Dwarven- 12%
Halfling- 6%
Half-orc- 3%
Dragonborn- 2%
Gnomish- 1%
Other- 2%

Government

Emperor Braeswood is the official head of state in the capital, but his power is mitigated by different organizations based in Golden Harbor. The presiding clergy in charge of the The Holy Tetrad⁣⁣'s temples (including the current head of The Raven Queen⁣⁣'s Ashen Templars⁣⁣) sit on the Emperor's Council as religious authorities. Archmages representing the Amaranthine Cabal⁣⁣ weigh in on all matters related to the arcane. Storm Sentinels⁣⁣ generals advise on military matters, and leaders of prominent trade guilds (such as The Steelworks⁣⁣) advocate for economic matters.

Defences

Walls: 

Constructed of thick-hewn stone nearly 100 feet tall and 30 feet thick, the capital's walls have large garrison towers at regular intervals.

Towers:

Gates:

Some of the towers have large gates with drawbridges that can be quickly shut in case of emergency.

Infrastructure

Water:

Water in Golden Harbor is delivered via aqueduct to the city's various cisterns, and is managed and kept pure by The Waterkeepers.

Food Production:

There is a constant influx of foodstuffs being imported into Golden Harbor, but the city itself has a thriving fishing industry, as well as a host of farmers that grow grains, fruits, and vegetables outside of the city walls.

Medical Services:

Most of the medical services in the capital are provided by trained healers or clergy of the The Holy Tetrad⁣⁣. Clinics are relatively easy to find in the nicer districts, but rougher areas of town strain the thinly-spread medical resources.

Roads/Transport:

The city of Golden Harbor was meticulously planned by ancient architects to have a vast circulatory system of roads and highways that would maximize efficient transportation between disparate areas in the city. The ancient roads are wide and well-maintained and cobbled. Newer roads (typically those is younger areas of town or less-desirable neighborhoods are muddy, narrow, and small.

Emergency Services:

Law enforcement and emergency fire services are mostly handled by Storm Sentinels⁣⁣, but occasionally, the need arises for volunteer firefighters or militia members.

Sewers:

The sewer system in Golden Harbor was designed by brilliant Gnomish and Human engineers. The complex system leads several miles down the coastline and empties into The Valeshift Sea. The Waterkeepers maintain the sprawling sewer systems, purifying the water, and clearing out debris constantly.⁣⁣

Guilds and Factions

The Amaranthine Cabal⁣⁣ (mages)
The Talons⁣⁣  (the rumored thieves guild)
The Storm Sentinels⁣⁣ (the military/guards)
The Order of the Ruby Rose⁣⁣ (clergy dedicated to Sune⁣⁣)
The Knights of Holy Judgement⁣⁣ (Paladins dedicated to Tyr⁣⁣)
The Knights of the Merciful Sword⁣⁣ (Clergy dedicated to Tyr⁣⁣)
The Harvest Masters⁣⁣ (Clergy dedicated to Chauntea⁣⁣) 
The Dawnbringers⁣⁣ (Clergy dedicated to Lathandar⁣⁣)
The Y'lixra Academy of the Arcane

Geography

Strategically situated along a natural inlet on The Valeshift Sea⁣⁣, the natural harbor that the city was built around (and named for) provides excellent shelter for ships from rough seas. The climate is balmy and Mediterranean, and the surrounding land is fertile and mild.

The City of Golden Harbor is divided into many districts, each named for a precious gem or mineral. Each district serves a different purpose and has its own unique cultures and traditions

The Amethyst Quarter⁣⁣ (Middle Class Neighborhoods)
The Citrine Gardens⁣⁣ (Lower Class Neighborhoods)
The Diamond Berth⁣⁣ (Administrative/Upper Class Neighborhoods)
The Golden Parish⁣⁣ (Temple District)
The Iron Keep⁣⁣ (Military Neighborhoods)
The Onyx Gloom⁣⁣ (Cemetery District)
The Opal Run⁣⁣ (Entertainment District)
The Pearlside Prowl⁣⁣ (Waterfront/Docks)
The Platinum Palace⁣⁣
The Ruby Estates⁣⁣ (Aristocracy/Diplomatic Neighborhoods)
The Sapphire District⁣⁣ (Upper Middle Class Neighborhoods)
The Silversales⁣⁣ (Market/Shopping District)
The Steel Circle⁣⁣ (Manufacturing/Airship District)
The Turquoise Cluster⁣⁣ (Mage Services/Housing)

Type

Capital

Population

980,000

Inhabitant Demonym

Harbormen/women

Included Locations

• The Amethyst Quarter
• The Citrine Gardens
• The Diamond Berth
• The Golden Parish
• The Iron Keep
• The Onyx Gloom
• The Opal Run
• The Pearlside Prowl
• The Platinum Palace
• The Ruby Estates
• The Sapphire District
• The Steel Circle
• The Turquoise Cluster

Owner/Ruler

Emperor Braeswood

Owning Organization

The Braelin Empire

Characters in Location

• Achernar Odourne
• Cesta
• Friedrich Kodel
• Galen Grimjaw
• Joan Axiwix
• Morinth She'el
• Sabine Axiwix
• Ysolde Corina