Nolanstead

Nolanstead is a wealthy and prosperous city, capital of the Baramont Empire. Its citizens are largely content, however various factions would see the leadership of the city, and the empire as a whole, change.

Demographics

roughly 60% Human, 15% Dwarf, 15% Elf, 5% everything else.

Government

Nolanstead is governed as a republic. Governors and District Representatives are elected by popular vote every fifth year.

Defences

Thick stone walls surround the city, with ballistae on top of towers around the perimeter. An array of cannons protect the port.

Industry & Trade

There are many industries that keep Nolanstead running and maintain its position as one of the most luxurious cities on the continent. Several blacksmiths offer their services to citizens, each of varying skill... and cost. Two printing presses are run, each one offering a weekly newspaper and private printing jobs for published authors. The massive amount of stone used in Nolanstead and the close proximity to the Baramont Range has lead to a huge mining, quarrying, and masonry industry.
Notable shops:

Bredwyn's Brewery

Maria's Menagerie

Powder Paul's 'Plosives

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Infrastructure

Nolanstead is largely a trade city thanks to its coastal location and wealthy inhabitants. Most of the infrastructure in Nolanstead is therefore made to facilitate trade. Temporary lodgings (inns and the like) and small shops line the smooth paved main street. The wealthier districts have access to running water. The entire city minus the slums has access to the sewer system.

Geography

Nolanstead lies between the towering Baramont Range and the Baramont Peninsula. The city was built on a slightly hilly coast.

Natural Resources

Nolanstead and the surrounding villages have access to huge amount of ore due to the hills and mountains nearby. An excellent example of this is the village of Copper Hill, which is sustained purely by its copper exports (and the relentless efficacy of the dwarves that live there)

Type

Capital

Population

84,756

Included Locations

• Crypt of the Three Heroes of Nolanstead

Characters in Location

• Jim "Buncha Knives" Tarot