City of Forlorn Souls

The Nuvaris Empire were engineering geniuses, but spent little time in the natural world due to their obsession with the minerals of the earth. As a result, scholars speculate that the temples they erected glorified the sun out of necessity, as humanity is maintained by light, and those trapped within the confines of their caves found themselves doomed to becomes mindless beasts.
The City of Forlorn Souls was constructed as a haven for all, man and beast alike. An island refuge, it was built atop a looming spire. Some say it never knew night, as it was surrounded by clear skies perpetually. While the Nuvaris built it as a place to send their exiles, it has since gained in reputation. Before its ruination at the hands of Zehk's minions, it was viewed as the culmination of worlds. Some say that the Infinite Ones themselves manifested there, to view the glory of the Material Plane.

Defences

The City of Forlorn Souls had little need for defenses, as it sat atop a needlelike spire and was accessible only via flight or magical teleportation. However, being master engineers, the Nuvaris created buildings concealing magically reinforced ballistae and erected a magical barrier around the island.

Architecture

While utilitarian in nature, The Nuvaris believed all deserved the same level of artisanship. As a result, they built magnificent buildings of granite reinforced with oak, defying description and in some cases seemingly on the precipice of collapse. The fantastical shapes would hold their form for centuries after the Nuvaris fell, though even they could not withstand the Zehk.

Geography

While isolated, the City was prosperous. Located high above the ocean, its view of the beautiful mountains of Fellak was unparalleled. Fine mists surrounded its base, giving its entire vicinity an ethereal view.

RUINED SETTLEMENT
468 Terror's Reign

Type

City

Population

4,900

Location under

Aresa