Fuldair

The greatest ship-building city in the continent of Eirinn, Fuldair was once a haven for piracy that was turned around when it elected a democratic leadership, the Court of Sails. It used its seafaring prowess to build an empire around legitimate trade and shipbuilding. Many of the finest merchant ships in Eirinn were built at the Westport Deepwater Shipyard, and it is known as the home of the Blue Wolf Mercenary Group, a guild-like business that hires out mercenaries for various “unusual” jobs.
Fuldair was annexed by the Silver Hand, a military faction from North Eirinn, from 1468-1478 and used to stage a sea blockade of Sempervirentis during the War of Countless Faces (1445-1478).

Etymology

Fuldair comes from the Old A'arden 'ful' meaning 'new', and 'dair' meaning 'hope'. The name of the original fishing village, New Hope, became 'Fuldair' after the village Elders expanded it to become a town.

Defences

The city of Fuldair is completely walled on three sides, and borders the River Yorin on the fourth. A smaller river makes access from the west difficult, while the northern-most area is comprised of the Ironsea Estate, owned by the Noble House of the city, which features its own private defences. The east and Cemetary walls are protected by three rows of ditches that run from the river to the north-east corner of the Ironsea Estate.

Industry & Trade

Fuldair is predominantly a shipbuilding and shipping city, as well as a mid-point along the coast of the east of Eirinn for shipping running north to south, and vice versa. The Westport Deepwater Shipyards build some of the most impressive ships in Eirinn, and Fuldair has one of the most reliable repair service structures along the coast. The city is also famous for formerly being a pirates' haven, and many artists, historians and tourists visit the city to learn more about its past or seek inspiration for their works.

Districts

The Noble Gardens

The northernmost part of the city, the Noble Gardens is the home of the 18 most powerful Noble Families in Fuldair. It is completely walled off from the rest of the city and can only be accessed by the Oxbow Bridge, which spans the Fuldair Oxbow Lake.

Council Hill

Located north of the city and to the south of the Noble Gardens, Council Hill is the location of much of the ruling infrastructure of the City, and the location of the Court of Sails at Fuldair Castle.

The Cemetery

Once completely separate from the city, the Fuldair Cemetary became attached as the city expanded, and eventually became an official, if walled, district. It is located to the north-east of the city.

The Old Gardens

The former Noble Quarter, The Old Gardens now acts as home to the moderately wealthy aristocrats and high-class merchants who have not yet achieved the rank of Noble. It is also the location of Fuldair Fort, the former seat of power within Fuldair that was replaced by the castle as the city expanded. It is located to the north-west of the city.

Godrey's Green (Administrative Quarter)

A relatively small district, Godrey's Green is the home of many of the smaller Court offices and features special housing for Court employees. It is also the location of Fuldair's largest school, Godrey's Manor School, which offers both private and public schooling, and the headquarters of the Blue Wolf Mercenary Group, Alpha House. It is located to the north of the city, south of Council Hill.

Eastside

Eastside is a large district predominantly made up of housing and small shops. Its proximity to both the Mercantile Mile and the Court make it an appealing place for the moderately wealthy to attempt to establish themselves. It is located to the north-east of the city, east of Godrey's Green.

Old Fuldair

Once the centre of the city, Old Fuldair now exists as the historic quarter of the city, with many museums and historical buildings. It is also the location of the Old City Hall, where the Court of Sails has established their public offices for day-to-day operations. It is located in the west of the city and briefly touches the river.

The Arboretum

A large, open space spanning two square miles, the Arboretum is a protected space where nature can freely reign. It is protected by the Arboretum Stewardship, a small circle of Druids, and houses the Amaranth Tower, a relic of the 1st Age that supports the remains of a God Beacon. The Arboretum takes up the central portion of the city.

Mercantile Mile

The Mercantile Mile is predominantly made up of merchants and service providers, focusing on general wares. It is located in the east of the city.

The Passage

A small, mostly open district of scattered houses and services. It features a small orphange known as Sylvan House, which is supposedly protected by a Fey Spirit. It is located south east of the Arboretum.

Tempest Rise

Tempest Rise is a district of predominantly housing, popularised by its proximity to the Mercantile Mile and its easy access to Traders' Way. It is also the location of Hangman's Cross, which was used for centuries as an execution site outside the city before being amalgamated by it. The Old Gallows are still preserved there to this day. It is located in the east of the city.

Old Docks

The oldest part of the city, the Old Docks have completely changed from their original design, though some of the original buildings still exist as part of the Academy of Nautical Studies and Shipwrights. It is located in the south west of the city and is bordered by the river.

Deepwater Market

A large and bustling market district, the Deepwater Market mainly deals in imported goods and fishing that have arrived that day. It is also home to the Deepwater Square Traders' Market, where travelling merchants can set up stalls by request. It is located south of the Arboretum and east of the Old Docks.

The Nest

Considered the poorest district in Fuldair, it suffered greatly under the rule of the Silver Hand, who destroyed much of the infrastructure here. Most visitors avoid entering the city through Hivegate, but it is famous for its impressive stone archway carved with gruesome gargoyles. It is located in the east of the city, south of Tempest Rise.

Deepwater Harbour

Deepwater Harbour houses an artificial deepwater dock, where tall ships can moor for unloading. It has limited spaces, and many merchants/sailors will fight for the best time slots. It also features the Yorinside Printhouse, a large printing company that publishes the city's middle-market tabloid newspaper, the Fuldair People's Bulletin. It is located in the south of the city and sits on the river.

Warehouse Walk

Warehouse Walk is a purely industrial district dedicated to warehousing services for Deepwater Harbour and the surrounding docks. It is located east of Deepwater Harbour.

Temple Gardens

Temple Gardens houses mainly temples and priestly housing, as well as Halls of Healing, Centres of Practical Medicine, and other public services. It is located south of the Hive.

Artisan Quarter

A place for artists and craftsmen to gather and freely create, the Quarter features galleries, shops and workshops dedicated to a variety of artisanal crafts. It is located in the south-east of the city.

Platinum Dock

Platinum Dock is an elite dockside experience for only the highest-value cargo. It has a single deepwater dock, as well as multiple shallow docks, and is also the location of the Dockside Observatory and the Riverside Research Centre. It is located to the south of the city on the waterfront.

Waterside

A beautiful waterside location predominantly composed of homes and artisanal cafes, Waterside is also the location of the Fuldair Prison, a highly secure establishment known for it's harsh punishments. It is located in the south-east of the city.

Points of interest

Fuldair Observatory, Platinum Dock

Dedicated to the study of the stars and heavens, the Observatory was built as a place of study and sanctuary for those dedicated to Divination, Omens and the power of the stars.

Castle Library, Council Hill

The largest library in Fuldair, it specialises in texts related to seafaring, shipbuilding, mercantile and aquatic zoology. It also houses the most comprehensive archive of ships and ship registrations in Curtana, as well as copies of most publicly available city documentation from the Council of Sails.

Oriel Gaerwen, Artisan Quarter

Also known as the Gaerwen Gallery (“oriel” being the Elvish word for gallery or collection), the gallery is run by Afonwyn Gaerwen, a beautiful, elderly Elven woman with a sharp tongue and quick wit.

Melvyn’s Bookstore, Eastside

A quaint looking but deceptively expansive bookstore owned by a Human named Melvyn Barrow. Melvyn and his young daughter, Saffie, are both historians with an interest in the myths of the Wyld Floes. The bookstore specialises in historical texts, myths and legends.

Yorinside Printhouse

Owned by the enigmatic Gnome, Mia Ziton, Yorinside Printhouse is known to the BWMG as the home of the Fuldair People’s Bulletin, a middle-market tabloid newspaper, as well as offering printing services for personal and business use.

Westport Deepwater Shipyard

Owned by the Westport Family, and located out in the mouth of the River, the shipyard previosly produced some of the finest ships in the continent. It was siezed by the Silver Hand during the annexation and was being used as their base of sea operations against Sempervirentis.

The Court of Sails, Fuldair Castle, Council Hill

The Court of Sails meets and operates from this well-fortified structure in the central-north of the city. It is well guarded, and houses the Fuldair Archives, as well as the Vaults.

Fuldair Fort, Old Fuldair

Once the ruling location of Fuldair, Fuldair Fort has now become a training ground for the City Guard, as well as housing the Guard Administration and a small prison for short-term incarceration.

The Academy of Nautical Studies and Shipwrights, Old Docks

Sponsored by both the Westbrook Family and the House, the university provides training for sailors, merchants and shipwrights, offering accommodation and library services to students and consultation services to external enquirers.

Freesingers, Platinum Dock

An exclusive warehouse for extremely valuable cargo and high class customers, Freesingers is managed by Anrhydeddus Canurrhydd, a male Sun Elf who is training his son, Hengaer, to take over from him.

Fuldair Theatre, Deepwater Market

A massive building with Transmutation magic built into the stage, the Theatre is also a school for budding Bards and thespians, sponsored by many of the Noble Families in the city. It also serves as a place of debate and learning through the hosting of political events, seminars and educational lectures.

Deepwater Watchtower, Platinum Dock

Overseeing the Deepwater Harbour, the Watchtower observes ships and crews within the Harbour, ensuring safety and law are observed. It also serves as a meeting place and archive for both the Harbour and the Platinum Dock.

Fuldair Mage Tower, Old Fuldair

A relatively small establishment, the Fuldair Mage Tower specialised in producing Nautical Weavemasters (Windweavers) before it closed down and sent all its Mages south to aid in the defense of Sempervirentis. A caretaker was left on site until 1474, but the Tower has since fallen into disrepair.

Founders

• Nerlis Yurimiyan
• Orenda Yurimiyan

Alternative Name(s)

The City of Billowing Sails

Type

City

Population

20,250

Inhabitant Demonym

Fuldairan

Characters in Location

• Verin Carnyx