Vernemeton

Founded to facilitate the gemstone trade from the dwarves, the city has continued to grow over the decades. it is split into four quarters with a Tetrarch each ruling their quarter. The city walls create a clear distinction between the old city and the new.

Population: 43,000

Demographics:

Dwarf, 39%

Elf, 6%

Gnome, 3%

Halfling, 7%

Human, 14%

Centaur, 21%

Satyr, 10%

Government: Aristocracy, Tetrarchy - the Tetrarchs

Economy: Growing steadily each year. The city is becoming a consequential port. Imports: Wheat, Wine, Textiles, Mutton, Yew wood Exports: Beef, Rubies, Silver, Gold, Emeralds, Jasper, Diamond

Businesses of note: The White Horse Inn, The Precious Stone Trading Emporium, Gresham's Smithy, The Erline Jewel Company, Exotic Gems and Other Fineries

Attractions:

The Odella Shrine - A circular shrine that many visit as they pass through the area. It is said to be the first shrine to the Great Incarnate, but also the first shrine to the God Erythnul, god of blood and slaughter. The Centaurs and Satyrs of the region revere this shrine and claim that it is to their god Skerrit.

The Wishing Well - an ancient impossibly deep well that is said to grant wishes.

The Ulrika Tree - a sacred gnarled tree that is tended by an order of dwarven monks. The leaves of the tree are made of Emerald, and the branches of Jasper. The tree continues to grow every year, yieilding more emerald and jasper, with the occasional ruby, diamond, or other gemstone.