Val Royeaux

“Unlike other cities, where the people are the life-blood and the character, Val Royeaux was her own person, and her people little more than decorations. There was always music in Val Royeaux, streaming from the many windows--quiet refrains and triumphant choruses. And always, floating above that all, the Chant, coming from the Grand Cathedral. It was magnificent.” 

Demographics

The population of Val Royeaux consists mostly of Human though a laborforce of Elves are often seen throughout. Additionally, many merchants come through constantly while allows for some diversity.

Defences

From the White Spire, the Knight-Commander Meredith III leads The Templars and defends the city.

Industry & Trade

Known for their rare thread and fabric trade,

Guilds and Factions

The Chantry is run by Divine Leliana and her sisters of faith to spread the word of The Maker 
The Templars led by Meredith III enact the orders sent from the Emperor.  
The Orlesian Empire is ruled by Emperor Cyril Valmont who is in control of the governing laws throughout Orlais. 
Together they make up the three pillars of Orlais. The Pillar of Faith, The Pillar of Power, and The Pillar of Justice.

History

Val Royeaux is not only the secular capital but also the capital of the Chantry, the seat of the Divine being situated at the Grand Cathedral of Val Royeaux. There, past the imposing Sun Gates and more modest Night Gate, the Chantry performs a ritual where the entire Chant of Light is sung, a process thought to take about a fortnight to complete.

Tourism

Val Royeaux is home to the University of Orlais, a major center of learning that attracts young nobles from all over Thedas with the best education money can buy. It is a relatively modern institution whose liberal-minded professors have already clashed with religious conservatives over the content of their classes.

Alternative Name(s)

The Golden City

Type

Large city

Population

800,000

Inhabitant Demonym

Royans

Characters in Location

• Cyril Valmont
• Leliana
• Meredith III