Birchwood
Many scholars claim that Birchwood is the sole reason the Kingdom of Highland has lasted thus far. There is one thing that can keep an aging kingdom from fading away to obscurity: gold. Birchwood is located adjacent to one of the largest gold deposits recorded in Laruna. King Reginald ensures mining continues day and night, and weekly caravans are dispatched to the capital. As such, many of the beautifully decorated temples and ornamental armors in the kingdom are embellished with gold from the Birchwood mines. While there is no direct threat to the town nearby, the king insists on keeping a small garrison here to protect his supply of the precious metal. His advisors have also urged him to keep a careful watch on the northern bay, in case of any coastal raiders attempting to slip past his patrolling fleets. The Master of Mint is in charge of the town, and keeps records of production and shipment with excruciating detail. Rumors whisper that the king has been employing skilled alchemists as of late in order to turn his excess gold supply into a more tangible force.
Defences
The town of Birchwood has a small standing army and militia just like everyone else, but the king insists on keeping a garrison there as well; in order to protect his minerals.
Industry & Trade
Gold and ornamentals are the most common trade
Assets
Gold gold gold
Geography
Birchwood is from the south of sunstone, and hidden in the forest where the mines are scattered. Large deposits of gold and other ores liter the area.
Natural Resources
Gold 80% Wood 12% Ores 8%
Type
Town
Population
1000 to 5000
Inhabitant Demonym
Human
Location under
Owner/Ruler
Master of mint griswold
