Hiroikawa-jo

Hiroikawa-jo is a castle in Hokutani. It has a storied history of periodically being the seat of power of various polities centered around Kamuishi.

Architecture

Hiroikawa-jo is three-story castle situated atop a hill beside the River Kamui. The castle blends traditional Shou architecture with elven craftsmanship. It has pagoda-style roofs, and its interiors use rich, dark woods such as mahogany for interior beams, floors, and detailing. It also has an adjacent tower and small dock on the river.

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall: Main entryway with access to upper floors.
Great Hall: Central meeting and banquet area.
Armory: Storage for weapons and armaments.
Shrine of the Ancestors: Sacred space of the Way.
Blacksmith's Forge: Workshop for crafting and repairs.
Servants' Quarters: Living space for the castle's staff.
Guards' Quarters: Living space for the castle's guards.
Central Courtyard: An open space within the castle grounds, featuring a fountain and pathways lined with cherry blossom trees and a garden of bioluminescent elven plants.

Second Floor

Guest Chambers: Rooms for visiting dignitaries.
Council Room: Smaller meeting room for strategy sessions.
Library: Main library for general use.
Central Courtyard Walkway: An opening in the second floor interior overlooks the central courtyard.

Third Floor

Lord’s Quarters: Private living space for the ruling family.
Observation Deck: Viewing platform offering a panoramic view of the surroundings.

Basement

Holding Cells: Secure cells for prisoners.
Warden's Office: Prison Warden's office.
Vault: Storage for wealth and valuable artifacts.

Type

Castle

Parent Location

Hokutani

Owner

Hanako Fujiwara

Additional Rulers/Owners

• Isamu Fujiwara

Owning Organization

Shou Empire