Kostim Hamlet
Kostim Hamlet is a small village held by the Laranian Clerical Order of Hyvik. It is something of a rarity containing two Priories, the small Abbey of Kostim, held by the Order of Hyvik, and the much larger Abbey of St Andrada, operated by the secretive The Argent Order.
The High Priest of Kostim Abbey manages Kostim Hamlet; however, the Abbey of St Andrada is independent and exerts considerable influence over the village.
The Abbey of St Andrada has an important role in the Church of Larani. It is the headquarters and training center of the Argent Order dedicated to combating evil forces, specifically the minions of Morgath, Naveh, and all manner of undead and demons. It has support from the very highest levels in the Church and the Crown.
1 - Abbey of St Andrada
The priory appears to be a well-fortified Church of Larani. In reality, it is the secret base of operation for the Argent Order. The Head of the Hârnic Chapter of the Order is Father Chavoshka.
2 - Impaler's Hill
When the Theocracy of Tekhos occupied the village in 569TR, the village inhabitants were impaled on this small hill as an example for planning rebellion. Evidence of the atrocity has long been removed, and the Morgathic burial mounds underneath sanctified. The Argent Order use this mound as a training ground for their warrior monks.
3 - Green Apple Grove
Silverwolf Inn uses the small apple grove to produce spiced cider.
4 - Kostim Abbey
The portly and good-natured High Priest Renier Blakye, of the Order of Hyvik, administers this village as part of the Diocese of Welur. This small temple has only three priests and five acolytes and is somewhat overshadowed by the much larger priory on the hill. Despite all appearances, Serolan Renier has a keen mind mastering many languages and is skilled with ciphers.
5 - Shield of Belsirasin Workshop
A small chapel and workshop managed by the black robes brothers of the Shield of Belsirasin. This congregation of Peoni Priests specializing in exorcism and removing curses. The Sheildmen manufacture many of their trade tools, such as magical candles and dream boxes here. The Priest in residence, the elderly Brother Ilbert, is an honorary member of the Argent Order and a close friend of Father Chavoshka.
6 - The Beadle
The Beadle Diggin Hutton is a one-legged former common soldier of the Order of the Checkered Shield. Keeping the law in this settlement is an easy task and he is well-liked. He spends much of his free time practicing archery and investigating suspicious characters.
7 - Silver Wolf Inn
The Wolf is part-owned by the Argent Order. The Innkeeper, Serlo Grestwate, keeps a clean and well-run establishment and produces a superb spiced cider.
8 - Windmill
The mill is managed by Master Miller Adelard Cottes, who is rumored to have many contacts with the criminal underworld throughout Kanday and beyond.
9 - Pasture Common
This pasture is filled with distinctive black sheep. The Church of Peoni own this small flock.
History
353TR - The village was founded and soon became incorporated into the Kingdom of Aleathia.
569TR - The Theocracy of Tekhos occupied the village. The majority of the village population was executed, on Impalars Hill, on the order of Horahnam of Tekhos. The village was all but abandoned.
613TR - Kostim is reoccupied shortly after the founding of the Second Aleathian Republic; however, it quickly incorporated within the growing Kingdom of Kanday.
632TR - The Hârnic Chapter of the Argent Order is founded. King Andasin I donates land in Kostim as well as the funding to build and support the Abbey.
The Argent Order
The Order of Hyvik
Kostim Hamlet
Prominent NPCs
Father Chavoshka
Grandmaster of the Argent Order.
Brother Ilbert
Priest of Peoni and retired exorcist.
Great small settlement with lots of opportunities to role play! Great map too! Did you use CC3+ or another app?
Thanks, I used CC3+ with the Harn style addon I found on the Harn forum and finished it with Paint shop. It was my first attempt with this addon and I was quite pleased with the outcome.
Well done mate!