OVERVIEW
The Parmexiades family is one of the most illustrious families of Meletis. Their lineage descends from Parmexias the Great, a citizen of great prestige who fostered the league of cities that later became the polis of Meletis. His fame reached such an extent that his effigy is represented on the south pediment of the Pyrgnos together with other heroes and personalities of the city. Since then the family has become a reference of loyalty and diplomacy.
His palace was built near the old palace of the patriarch of the family, who gave it to the city as accommodation for ambassadors, an official feast hall and enclosure of the priestesses of the Pantheon. The new, more modest palace still offers everything the wealthy and influential family can afford, with symposiums being discussed for months in its sumptuous halls. The palace also maintains a remarkable altar to Heliod, patron god of the family since time immemorial. It also maintains a loom room decorated with tapestries and fabrics of the finest thread, where the young maidens of the family weave some of the most magnificent and richest sacred cloaks of the image of Ephara. The vestments of the goddess have always counted at least one young woman of the family among their chosen weavers, adding to the honor of their lineage.
The current head of the family is Phineas Parmexiades, a pleasant man in his late sixties, who has ties to many families throughout Theros thanks to the marriages of his many daughters and sons. His wife, Odirea, is a magnificent hostess and her network of contacts is as remarkable as that of her husband. The prestige of the family is such that a group of citizens has proposed on occasion to make the Parmexiades kings, without much success on the other hand. The family seems to be oblivious to these movements and have always been loyal to the Twelve and the institutions of the Polis, further enhancing their prestige and respect.
Location Description
Outside
The Palace of the Parmexiades family, one of Meletis' most distinguished lineages, rises elegantly in the heart of the city. As you near, the opulence of the palace is immediately apparent. Its architecture, both grand and tasteful, speaks of the family's long-standing prestige and wealth. The sight of the palace, bathed in the warm glow of the sun, is complemented by the gentle rustling of leaves in the well-kept gardens. The air carries a faint scent of exotic flowers mixed with the aroma of rich foods being prepared within, hinting at the lavish symposiums the family is known for. The touch of the polished stone and intricate carvings on the outer walls tell a story of craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Inside
Stepping inside the Palace of the Parmexiades, you are enveloped by an atmosphere of refined luxury. The sumptuous halls, adorned with exquisite tapestries and rich fabrics, display the family's wealth and taste. The sound of soft music and distant laughter echoes through the corridors, adding to the sense of sophistication and warmth. The palace's remarkable altar to Heliod radiates a gentle, divine presence, while the loom room, decorated with the finest threads and fabrics, showcases the family's dedication to religious and artistic pursuits. The air inside is scented with a blend of incense and fine oils, creating a welcoming yet dignified ambiance. Each room and hallway exudes the family's legacy of loyalty, diplomacy, and reverence for tradition.
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