Everhold
Government
The king and upper class, specifically the residents of the Magna quarter hold almost if not all of the authoritarian power in Everhold. The king is the highest authority and is accompanied by several vassals, courtiers, and advisors that are members of the Royal Assembly.
Defences
Everhold is one of the most defensible places on the planet, with the entire city being surrounded by vast mountain ranges, hindering access and the only real entrance being from the sea. In addition, the sizable guard forces are well-trained, especially in naval combat.
Industry & Trade
The city mostly uses the precious metals found in its mines to produce jewelry and silverware of the highest quality and Everhold is home to some of the best jewelers in the world. In the meantime, the fish serve to feed the populace as well as a source of income. The city’s economy is heavily regulated through merchant guilds and government factions. All trade is taxed and starting businesses is difficult.
Infrastructure
Everhold has an extensive road, bridge, and sewer system. Their sewers cover the entire underside of the city and can be a way to travel hidden from the public eye. Most of the city has roads, except the Dust District, where the roads are just flat rock and stone. Several bridges connect the city districts between the two canals that make the Aveo river flow through the center of the city, which is inhabited by many docks and shipyards since most of Everhold's trade goes by sea.
Districts
Dust District
The dust district is located furthest east in the city and marks the lower-end part of the city. Many of the inhabitants that live there work in the Ashworth Mines and the district is characterized by intense bursts of wind that happens every so often, blowing across and scattering dust from the mines into the district. During the bursts, visibility is limited, and objects that aren't being held or carried are blown toward the waterfront. Therefore it is surprising to see most of the larger streets in the quarter are very clean and empty of trash. The architecture of the district reflects the people in some sense. Long simple buildings made from grey stone flattened out or old buildings that the color has faded from, giving the city a very monochromatic look.Magna Quarter
The central district of the city is home to the rich and powerful. It is here where most of the power, money, and authority in the city is located. To be allowed entry into the district, one must have either a letter of permission or a badge of permission. Acquiring a badge might take up to two weeks. The buildings in the quarter have a more positive look with colors of white and gold that decorate the outside of the mansions that reside there and parks are scattered around the district.Westwater Dale
Westwater Dale is the western part of Everhold, where the middle class resides. The ward is characterized by the large docks and shipyards that cover the waterfront of the district. A lot of different stalls and merchants make their living in this part of town, especially in the Karnacan Quay. Otherwise, most of the inhabitants work as shipwrights, fishers, and sailors.Guilds and Factions
Atosia Militaria
The elite guard force of Everhold.Royal Assembly
The organization that rules over Goldmoor hold their council in the Argent HoldSilversmiths
A guild of merchants whose members consist of the artisans who work with silver or jewelry in the city. The organization was created to balance trade deals and stop monopolies made by large companies.Amber Faith
A religious faction in the following of Moradin, The Craftsman who gain their name from the orange-colored robes that the members of their faith wear. They often hold processions through Westwater Dale where they are most prominent.The Crimson Surge
A criminal organization that has taken hold in the Dust District. They mostly work with smuggling but handle a large number of illicit trade deals. What makes the crimson surge different from other gangs in the city is their members seeming ability to display supernatural abilities.History
The city was first founded somewhere between -1000 to -1100 ED by Leomund Ignatius when he united the different villages in the region under the crown. The city was chosen based on its ease of access to the sea, as well as its extremely defensible position, and was chosen as the capital of Goldmoor when Kerian Optus Ignatius VII united the northern tribes around -843 ED.
Points of interest
Dust District
Alhambra Distillery
The Alhambra distillery is a whiskey brewery located in the southern part of the Dust District in Everhold. The building is made from red clay bricks and is about 25 feet tall with a tilted metal roof. The whiskey made from the building is called Ruberia Whiskey and is made from imported grains.Ashworth Mines
The Ashworth mines a big source of coal and silver that was built near the founding of Everhold and are probably the largest source of income and jobs, at least for the Dust District. Although the mines were built around the same time as the city, they only became more prevalent and important later on around the -700 ED when the noble Stilton Ashworth brought a new wave of energy to the city. It is to this day still owned by the current head of the Ashworth family: Nathan Ashworth.Brass Eel
The largest general store in the district that has a large selection of wares at an affordable price.Dust to Stone
A store dedicated to stonemasonry and stonework, located close to the Magna quarter as the workers there maintain the roads near the quarter and docks. The masonry workshop is owned by the indifferent human woman Diane Conier.Halls of Vras
The halls of Vras are a complex underground structure of tombs and burial grounds that is home to most of the city's dead. The cost to inter someone in the halls is fairly cheap so most people can afford to bury their fallen friends and family. As one can gather from the name, the tomb is also a temple to Vras, The Final Embrace. The head priest is the compassionate halfling man Jasper Crowglade.Hanged Man's Call
Hanged Mans Call is the most popular tavern in the Dust District, both for its assortment of liquor and its melancholic atmosphere. Most visitors to the tavern work in the local area with most travelers and visitors to the city keeping to the other districts and therefore the taverns in those districts. The tavern is owned by the sympathetic halfling woman Lydia Brooklaine.Mountainside Inn
This small inn accommodates travelers, that prefer a more rowdy atmosphere compared to the more melancholic atmosphere of The Hanged Mans's Call. They serve similar drinks as the other tavern but give more room for personal space and private conversations. The inn is owned by the stern human dwarf Magnus Whitestrider.Silver and Steel
A simple tool and equipment smith that doesn't usually stock weapons and armor, but they can be commissioned. Instead, they usually forge pickaxes and protective gear for the miners in the Ashworth mines. The smithy belongs to the melancholic halfling man Dylan Resk.The Pit
Near the docks in the northeastern corner of the district is a large opening to the sewers known as the pit. In general, the pit is used as a waste disposal where massive amounts of trash are dumped into the sewers.Magna Quarter
Argent Hold
The grand castle of Everhold is a bastion of unmatched presence and authority, The Argent Hold is the home of the royal family and the meeting place for the Royal Assembly. The castle is located on the peninsula known as the King's End.Astutia Imperium
The grand house of academic, scientific, and arcane arts within the capital of Goldmoor is known as the Astutia Imperium. This is where most prominent magicians, scientists, and academics wish to learn or teach. Many famous inventors and magicians have come from the academy and many more are still to come. The headmaster of the academy is Orion Archilis.Bleakwater Carcerium
A large granite wall surrounds this prison complex as a larger building can be sighted from the inside of the walls. The Bleakwater Carcerium is the main prison and jail in Everhold. The complex is located on a separate island inside the Magna Quarter. Coastal walls keep the prison some distance off sea level and the dreary look of the grey walls gives this place its name.Clockwork Manor
An intricately and expertly built manor made to show technological advancements and capabilities built by the famous inventor Philip Twopenny.Cyrian Gardens
The Cyrian Gardens is a large park and wildlife habitat located in the northeast of the Magna Quarter. The gardens house several different creatures in cells and have extensive gardens of herbs, flowers, and trees. The gardens are a popular sightseeing spot and place for walks within the city. The garden holds some houses and buildings for animals and caretakers of the gardens to live within.Regius Conservatory
A conservatory and research facility owned by the crown located in the northwestern part of the Cyrian Gardens. The conservatory was previously under the care of by Cordelia Proudwind of the Royal Assembly.Golden Cat
A grand casino located in the Magna Quarter in Everhold. The establishment is most famous for its competition called the "Golden Cat". Participants select one of the many cats that roam the casino as their winner in the morning. The cats are then set free and the first of them to find a specific item hidden somewhere in the casino is the winning cat. Winners get triple back, and everyone else gives to the house.Halls of History
This museum houses several artifacts and items from heroes that have hailed from Goldmoor.Lilac Lounge
A higher-end tavern and brothel for any who wishes to experience the magnificence of the capital of Goldmoor. The lounge was built as a means for sore travelers that visit the capital of Goldmoor to find a magnificent place to rest. Nowadays it mostly serves as a distraction for many of the nobles that live in the quarter. The building was originally located in the Westwater Dale but was relocated due to the higher-end demands that the nobles were having towards the facility. The hostess of the lounge is the albino tabaxi woman Misty Canvas.Luxurious Liquids
This fancy store with a well-decorated outside is finished with a sign symbolizing a filled bottle of liquid and sells both potions and perfume, for those that can afford the high prices. The store is owned by the haughty half-elf woman Maeeni Morreli.The Gallery
An art gallery owned by and displaying pieces of art by the tired gnome artist Vilkas Fairhand. The building is meant as an art gallery, most Vilkas intended it as a source of income to create more ambitious works in their own time.Westwater Dale
Karnacan Quay
The Karnacan Quay is a market square located towards the southern parts of Westwater Dale, near the larger docks. Many small shops and stalls are open there and trade flows seemingly more freely than in other parts of the city.Caught On
The Caught On stall sell fish caught in the bay fresh and also serves a variety of fish and seafood-based dishes. The stall is owned by the friendly human woman Sarah Gallo.Oceanside Tavern
The Oceanside tavern is more of an inn than a tavern that serves as a comfortable reprieve for weary travelers as well as a place to relax for the locals. The tavern is owned by the happy-go-lucky dwarf woman Jarna Oakbraids.The Flamin' Forge
The Flamin' Forge is a smithy located in the Karnacan quay, which mostly makes simple tools and smaller weapons, such as knives and shortswords. The forge is taken care of by the chatty human man Draven Leone.Luxus Mare
The lighthouse known as Luxus mare is a large tower located at the southern end of Westwater Dale. The building is both a lighthouse and a temple to Umberlee, The Wavemother.Siren's Song
The siren's song may not be as prestigious a place as the Lilac Lounge, but it has more fame nationwide, with The Siren being a well-known courtesan throughout Goldmoor. It also serves as a more affordable alternative compared to the Lilac Lounge but is still quite expensive and is located close to the Magna Quarter. The brothel belongs to the ratty human man Vescer Chuan.Tickin' Trinkets
The store sells interesting trinkets and inventions created by the owner. Many things here are odd and experimental with potential gains and potential risks. Some inventions explode, some don't, some are meant to, and some are not. The store is owned by the easily distracted gnome man Corrin Dibbledobble.Maps
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Everhold
The capital of Goldmoor is located toward the southeastern edge of the nation located south of the great Mt. Teria.
Founding Date
-1100 ED to -1000 ED
Type
Metropolis
Population
38 294 (67% Human, 14% Gnomes, 11% Dwarf, 8% Others)
Owning Organization
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