Demetae
Demetae — or the City over Ynys Wair — overlooks the Strait of Daan and sits nestled in the curve of the Strathclyde Mountains to its south. An ancient city of winding streets and near-vertical steps spanning several levels, a visitor can quickly recognize the unchecked and unplanned growth of the city by the sea.
One of the earliest settlements on the island of Ynys Cymragh, Demetae has waxed and waned in power and influence over the years. At its zenith, it was the capital of Daan while he sat here as ardrigh and high king. To this day, it remains the spiritual capital of the Daanite people. Although King Yngardd rules from the same palace that Daan once did, by tradition he does not sit upon Daan’s throne and leaves it vacant for the eventual return of their ancient high king. In total acreage, the lands ruled from Demetae, the petty kingdom of Gwynmet, are the largest of all on the island, though much is empty moor or bog.
The druids of Mon Magni in the nearby Strathclydes hold greater sway in the court of Demetae than in any other city on the island, performing their ancient rituals and vigils upon the sacred mountain overlooking the city. As a result, though many do worship Mithras, the veneration of the Old Gods is perhaps more prominent here than in any other town on Ynys Cymragh.
While the town does boast a harbor, foreigners are not permitted to dock here, so trade is only with other Daanite settlements. Fishing is an important source of foodstuffs and tradegoods, as several species of fish and shellfish are found only in Rhos Bay and nowhere else.
The town keeps a modest guard to watch over its walls and streets. In many ways, the biggest threat comes from Caer Cadwin, which is now little better than a pirate fortress.
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