Irieham
"Beyond the hills sprawls a city of white marble and shimmering sands... Tempora's southernmost metropolis embraces the Uthilith Great Sea."
Irieham is the principal city of Ikana Province, and one of the largest cities on the continent. Behind Zonaius and Misty Run, it is also one of the continent's most expensive places to live due to the way it ingratiates itself with the coast.
Irieham is the principal city of Ikana Province, and one of the largest cities on the continent. Behind Zonaius and Misty Run, it is also one of the continent's most expensive places to live due to the way it ingratiates itself with the coast.
Demographics
Irieham is a predominantly Human city, mimicking the general demographic trends of Tempora.
- 80% Human
- 11% Elf (the elven population isn't homogenous, however - all four core types of elves are represented here, as are Sea Elves)
- 5% Gnome (primarily Rock Gnome)
- 3% Half-Orc (as Ikana has one of the largest Orc populations in Tempora)
- 1% others
Infrastructure
Irieham is a major port city, and is effectively the only avenue of connection between Ikanian towns like Folweld and Moorshead with the rest of the world. Thus, it has many robust shipyards where great care has been taken to ensure that the ships don't harm the beauty of the coastline.
Irieham also has extensive green spaces within the city that were constructed and maintained by local Druids in an effort to push visibility for native flora. They're aesthetically woven into the structure of the locale, almost seamlessly transitioning between urban architecture and greenery.
Districts
Irieham is separated into three boroughs, each with its own culture.
- Greatview - This borough is located along the waterfront and be home to many of the city's port-related businesses and industries. It has a bustling atmosphere and a mix of commercial and residential properties.
- Suncrest - This borough is situated on a hill overlooking the port and the city beyond. It is known for its wealthy residents, luxurious mansions, and stunning views of the harbor.
- Iron Gate - This borough is home to many of the city's government buildings and institutions, as well as its financial and legal industries. It generally has a more formal, structured feel and is the center of the city's political and legal power.
Assets
Irieham is one of the wealthiest major cities, and ever since the Gorecrest Dynasty fell at the hands of The Stonebounders, it's been clearly reflected in the disposition of the citizens and mood of the town.
Tourism
Irieham is consistently ranked within the top 3 tourist locales in Uthilith by various sources, thanks to its gorgeous beaches, rich nightlife, and vast town.
Architecture
Irieham's architecture is some of the most stunning in all of Uthilith, as it was very intentionally constructed by the early Frostburn Dynasty to be a vacation town and draw for tourism into the Empire. Buildings are constructed of white marble, typically in cubic structures topped with a dome and other embellishments. Buildings tend to meld and flow into one another, mimicking the movement of the Uthilith Great Sea.
Geography
Irieham is built in the rolling plain between the hills of southern Ikana and the coastline of the Uthilith Great Sea. The hills are vast enough to trap in the water and precipitation of the sea, preventing the Bushfire Desert from receiving any of that rain.
Climate
Year-round, Irieham's climate is warm, mild, and humid.
Founding Date
CY 1100
Alternative Name(s)
The City of Sparkling Sands
Type
Large city
Population
510,853
Inhabitant Demonym
Irieans
Location under
Owner/Ruler
Ruling/Owning Rank
Owning Organization
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