Ilah
Ilah is an independent city-state situated on an island in the Hen Ogledd Firth, just off the eastern coast of Fidach.
Geography and Architecture:
Ilah is renowned for its breathtaking cityscape, characterized by an intricate network of winding canals. The city's layout is a labyrinth of waterways, with colorful, elegant buildings lining the canals, each structure reflecting the unique and independent spirit of the city-state. Streets are adorned with cherry blossoms, a species that is found exclusively on Ilah, adding a serene and enchanting beauty to the already picturesque environment.Independence and Economy:
Fiercely independent, Ilah has cultivated a reputation for being a hub of commerce, attracting traders from far and wide. Its market sector is one of the busiest on the continent, offering a wide array of goods, both legal and illicit. The city's independence has fostered an environment where the exchange of rare and valuable items thrives, including a notorious black market. A prominent and secretive guild of thieves and smugglers operates out of Ilah, using the city's canals and hidden passages to traffic contraband, particularly to and from Cairngorm.Culture and Society:
Ilah’s society is one of contrasts—where the light and dark coexist. The city is a place where beauty and danger walk hand in hand, where scholars and thieves share the same streets, and where the pursuit of knowledge and wealth drives its citizens. The people of Ilah are known for their resilience, their shrewdness in trade, and their unwavering dedication to maintaining their city-state’s independence.Guilds and Factions
The College of Flesh
Dominating the skyline of Ilah is the College of Flesh, a stark contrast to the otherwise vibrant and lively city. This gothic edifice looms over the surrounding canals, its dark and foreboding presence a reminder of the city’s deep ties to the arcane. The College is the most prestigious academic institution in Ilah, renowned for its extensive collection of tomes—the largest in the known world. The Lich scholars who tend to these tomes are both revered and feared, their presence adding to the mystique and allure of the institution.
The College is not only a center of knowledge but also of botany, housing an extraordinary botanical collection that draws apothecaries and herbalists from across the continent. Ilah’s markets are well-stocked with rare herbs and ingredients, some of which are found only within the college's gardens or the surrounding wilderness of the island, making it a vital destination for those in search of exotic and powerful components for their craft.
The Blossom's Shadow
The Blossom's Shadow is the infamous thieves' guild operating within the city-state of Ilah. Drawing its name from the city’s iconic cherry blossoms, the guild is a hidden force in the underbelly of Ilah’s society. Known for their subtlety and precision, members of The Blossom's Shadow are masters of their craft, dealing in smuggling, theft, and the trafficking of rare and illicit goods. Their influence stretches far beyond Ilah, with their operations reaching into major cities like Kinloche and various other provinces and city-states across Cairngorm.
Dominating the skyline of Ilah is the College of Flesh, a stark contrast to the otherwise vibrant and lively city. This gothic edifice looms over the surrounding canals, its dark and foreboding presence a reminder of the city’s deep ties to the arcane. The College is the most prestigious academic institution in Ilah, renowned for its extensive collection of tomes—the largest in the known world. The Lich scholars who tend to these tomes are both revered and feared, their presence adding to the mystique and allure of the institution.
The College is not only a center of knowledge but also of botany, housing an extraordinary botanical collection that draws apothecaries and herbalists from across the continent. Ilah’s markets are well-stocked with rare herbs and ingredients, some of which are found only within the college's gardens or the surrounding wilderness of the island, making it a vital destination for those in search of exotic and powerful components for their craft.
The Blossom's Shadow
The Blossom's Shadow is the infamous thieves' guild operating within the city-state of Ilah. Drawing its name from the city’s iconic cherry blossoms, the guild is a hidden force in the underbelly of Ilah’s society. Known for their subtlety and precision, members of The Blossom's Shadow are masters of their craft, dealing in smuggling, theft, and the trafficking of rare and illicit goods. Their influence stretches far beyond Ilah, with their operations reaching into major cities like Kinloche and various other provinces and city-states across Cairngorm.
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