Ubersreik
Ubersreik is one of the most important trade centers in Reikland. It sits astride and important bridge on the road from from Bögenhafen to Dunkelburg. Trade flows along the road as well as downriver to Auerswald, Grünburg, Kemperbad, and Altdorf. In addition, because it is located near Grey Lady Pass, Ubersreik is the ideal location for merchants travelling over the Grey Mountains to move their wares from the river to overland transportation, and vice versa.
In the mountains to the south-west of the town sits the infamous Castle Drachenfels, and to the south-east is the small dwarf hold of Karak Azgaraz. Because of its location, Ubersreik has a strong dwarfen influence. The Town Council includes representatives of the local Dwarf clans, as a way to ameliorate any disputes over mining rights, the only municipal council in Reikland to do so. Dwarf influence is also seen in the town's architecture.
Demographics
Humans, Dwarves
Government
The town of Ubersreik is ancient indeed, its roots stretching back through the ages to the time of Sigmar himself. Occupying a position vital in terms of the defence of the region and trade along the River Teufel, Ubersreik is an important town and much has been invested in its defences over the centuries. Currently, a council of guildmasters rules the town as the von Jungfreud family was stripped of its titles some time ago. However, the town and its surrounding region have long been the focus of the activities and ambitions of several noble lines that clamour there despite Ubersreik's status as a "freetown" and therefore not subject to the rule of any noble house. Recently, rumours have circulated regarding the future of the town's status. Some even say that the Emperor is considering revoking its freetown status and ever-wilder theories appear each month. Ubersreik has become a hotbed of intrigue, towards which all manner of power-hungry individuals have been drawn. Nobles of every rank are circling, eager to fill the vacuum should the town council be stripped of its powers and a new liege lord appointed. Some travel to the Imperial Court in Altdorf, keen to press their point and curry favour with the Emperor. Others flock to Ubersreik itself, hoping to be in the thick of it when the inevitable shift in power occurs and to seize that power with both hands.
Defences
Ubersreik is located strategically at the base of Grey Lady Pass, and is thus expected to protect the Empire from any threats coming from that pass. Because Ubersreik has often faced threats from greenskin and beastmen, the guilds always are ready to ensure the town is well-defended – they would not profit if the town were razed.
Ubersreik's garrison is lead by Captain Erwin Blucher. It consists of twelve units of Halberdiers, eight units of Crossbowmen, numerous artillery pieces, and three engineer units to fire and maintain them. In addition, most able-bodied townsfolk have received basic military training.
There is also a small Reiksguard chapter house in Ubersreik. While the Reiksguard are not under the command of Captain Blucher, they would aid in the defence of Ubersreik if necessary. The leader of the Reiksguard is Field Marshal Antonin Sieber, who is also Captain Blucher's military advisor.
Industry & Trade
Iron, Mining, Metalwork
History
The town of Ubersreik had existed since even before the founding of the Empire, its earliest records reckon it an Unberogen settlement that was ravaged by Teutogen raiders led by King Artur. Over the centuries, Ubersreik has gone through many changes since its origins as a humble village. Some were minor, others more significant. New districts and businesses have grown and prospered, while just as many have failed. Ubersreik has historically been controlled by the Von Jungfreud family. However, two years ago, a dispute between Graf Sigismund and the Crown lead to Ubersreik's incorporation as a freistadt.
The tensions began when the Emperor suspected that von Jungfreud intended to take over the Hahnbrandt silver mine, outside of the town of Auerswald. The Emperor sent an Imperial Judge to the town, who levied punitive taxes on vessels navigating the River Teufel. This had a serious impact on the economy of Ubersreik, and Graf von Jungfreud retaliated by raising an army and issuing threats against Auerswald. Skirmishes between the two towns broke out, and it was thought that civil war was inevitable. Fortunately, a last minute deal brokered by the Emperor and the Ubersreik town council led to the incorporation of the town as a freistadt and averted the tensions.
However, rumours have recently appeared stating that the town's status may soon be revoked. Some whisper that Ubersreik will be annexed into the town of Grunburg. Others say that it will come under the rulership of the von Saponatheim family of Bögenhafen. Still others say that Karl Franz himself plans to revoke Ubersreik's status.
Another recent development in Ubersreik involves the fortunes of two local noble houses. The discovery of a chaos cult involving a member of the von Bruner family has lead to the disgrace of that house. Although the dirty work was done by a group of anonymous adventurers, the bulk of the credit has gone to Lord Rickard Aschaffenburg. Aschaffenburg has been able to capitalize on his pious image, and his family's fotunes have risen.
Geography
Located at the Grey Lady Pass and separating Bretonnia from the rest of the Empire.
Natural Resources
Iron
Type
Large city
Population
3500
Included Locations
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