Thorn, Capital of the world

The city of dreams. I'd gladly kick the balls off the idiot who thought that one up.

— The Ranger

Thorn is a grand and imposing city that is the center of the world. It is a place of great wealth and power, where the economy and politics of the world are controlled by a ruthless but just emperor, Ariobarzanes. The city is vast and sprawling, with towering stone buildings that stretch up towards the sky, and streets that are lined with grand palaces and magnificent cathedrals.
The city is home to a population of over a million people, and it is a place of great contrast. On one hand, it is a place of great opportunity for those who are willing to work hard and take risks. The city is home to many schools and academies, where young people can learn the skills they need to succeed in the city's business and political world. However, for many, their dreams are crushed by the harsh realities of life in Thorn.


The city is also home to a thriving market, where goods from all over the world are traded and sold. The merchants of Thorn are some of the wealthiest and most powerful people in the world, and they hold a great deal of influence over the city's politics. The merchants, who rose to power and called new money, often hold extravagant parties and are known to flaunt their wealth and power.
On the other hand, the city is also a place of great poverty and suffering. The streets are filled with beggars and homeless people, and the city's criminal underworld is controlled by powerful gangs who prey on the weak and vulnerable. The city's law enforcement is corrupt, and the police are often bought and paid for by the city's criminal elite.
The noble families with old money are known to hold extravagant and very exclusive parties while the poor are starving. The contrast between the rich and the poor is striking and it is a constant reminder of the inequality that exists in the city. These families hold immense power and influence and are often immune to prosecution despite their criminal activities.
Despite its harshness, Thorn is a city of great beauty. The Emperor's palace is a massive and ornate structure, made of gleaming white marble and adorned with gold and jewels. The city's streets are lined with lush gardens and parks, and the city's skyline is dotted with grand cathedrals and monuments.
Overall, Thorn is a city of great power and opportunity, but also great danger and corruption. It is a place where one's dreams can be crushed as easily as they can be realized. It is a place that is both loved and feared by those who live within its walls. The contrast between the rich and the poor is a constant reminder of the inequality that exists within the city and the power dynamics that are at play. It is a city where one's social class can make all the difference in the world.

Defences

Thorn is surrounded by huge mountains on its northern side, making it unreachable from that side. All if its defenses are focused on the southern parts. However, there hasn't been a great war in so long that the state of the defense is questionable at best.

Climate

Being in the center of the world, Thorn enjoys mostly mild temperatures of around 15°C. In summer and winter it can fluctuate a lot.

Grand Marketplace

by Midjourney

Type

Capital

Population

1.000.000

Inhabitant Demonym

Thorns

Owner/Ruler

Emperor Ariobarzanes

Ruling/Owning Rank

Emperor

Owning Organization

The Empire

Characters in Location

• Emperor Ariobarzanes