Cities
Name: Ningrom
Country: Nin
Population Type: Titan
Population: 63000
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Allies: Skope's Harbor
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Safety Level: Average
Terrain: Foothills, coastline and jagged cliffs
General Alignment: Neutral-Evil
Government: Autocracy
Military: Strong;
Magic Level: Average
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Taverns: Trog Scent Tavern, The Boiling Cauldron
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Guilds: Silverbane Clan
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Notable Residents: Gorgo, Frab Bismuth, Yak Stormfist, Draven Silverbane
Description:
Name: Skope's Harbor
Country: Nin
Population Type: Titan, Giant
Population: 50000
Ruler: Lord Ellis Rangewalker
Allies: Ningrom
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Safety Level: Fair
Terrain: Coastal Forest
General Alignment: Neutral
Government: Aristocracy
Military: Skope's Harbor has a standing army of about 10000 troops. This fairly large force is necessary to defend one of the largest shipyards in all of Kragora. Skope's Harbor is the home port for Nin's Navy, one of the largest and most powerful navies in the world. The city has thick walls on the land side, with the only direct approach to the city being over a long, narrow peninsula. Ballistas and catapults cover every inch of the peninsula within their range, and archers and murder holes await any brave or foolish enough to make it to the city walls. The Navy is second to none in terms of crew training and shipbuilding, and their mastery of the sea has so far gone unchallenged.
Magic Level: Average
Economy: Rich
Weather: Being so close to the sea brings a variety of extreme weather, ranging from pleasant sunny days to raging typhoons.
Taverns: The Spyglass, The Keel-Hauler, Six Sheets to the Wind, The First Mate's Wench, The Broken Bowsprit, The Rum Puncheon
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Services: Skope's Harbor is a major trade hub for all of Kragora, and items from all over the world can be found in its markets. To the landward side, inns, taverns, markets, livery stables, general stores, and specialized shops of all kinds are scattered throughout the city. On the seaward side are more of the sailor-type bars and the appropriate shops and markets. Skope's Harbor's shipyards offer every imaginable seafaring service, from minor rigging repair to building a dreadnaught from the keel up.
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Notable Residents: Verillion, Draconus, Bane Marky, Todd Bullcock, Organor, Obsidious
Description: Skope's Harbor combines the features of a military fortress and a sailing port. To the landward side, the city is generally nondescript and normal by most anyone's standards, with the exception of the size, which is necessary for the size of the inhabitants. The seaward side contains all the markets, docks, shipyards, naval bases, and sailor bars required for any port. The seaward side is also generally rougher and more dangerous due to the clientel and the shady types that pass through there.
Name: Thorne
Country: Nin
Population Type: Giants and some Titans
Population: 17900
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Safety Level: Low
Terrain: Coastal with lots of hills and cliffs.
General Alignment: Neutral-Evil
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Magic Level: Average
Economy: Rich
Weather: Cold, windy and is often prone to mighty thunderstorms that roll in off the sea without a moments notice.
Taverns: On the Rocks, Iceburg, Barnacle Biscuit
Market: Skullduster (Blunt Weapons Shop), Skeletal Scenery (Art Store), Sloopy's Discount Artifacts (Magical Item Store), Jonkster's Gear (Adventuring Gear)
Services: Steeltrap's Protection Agency (Bodyguard services), Cookner's Cartography (Map Making Services)
Guilds: Bloodeye Pirates, Iron Claw Pirates
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Notable Residents: Fircragg Bloodeye, Valygar, Rashamaa, Ike Able, Korgan
Description: Thorne has a reputation as a rugged, trading port where more often than not, might makes right. The local authorities are either bribed or are too lazy to interfere with most of the cities crime. Regardless of it's dangerous reputation, it still has a thriving trading community. Merchants hire bodyguards and mercenaries to protect their wares. Given the lack of tariffs and taxes, many unique and valuable items can usually be purchased, if you know where to look.
Name: Bashan
Country: Nin
Population Type: Titans
Population: 19000
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Safety Level: Average
Terrain: Grasslands
General Alignment: Neutral-Evil
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Military: Strong;
Fort Skull: Massive spiked timbers rise up nearly 40' on the fort's main walls. There are only two gates and each is protected by two stone towers peppered with murder holes, ballistas and catapults. The standard active guard consists of 40 well-trained titan soldiers, rotated on 8 hours shifts.
Magic Level: Average
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Notable Residents: Daggerbow
Description: Bashan is primarily a town which has grown around a military outpost. It's proximity to the border of Paragon was determined to be the ideal location to prevent an invasion from dwarven forces. However, the only time it was used in war was to fend off skirmishers during the troll occupation of Paragon during the Troll Wars.
Name: Aule's Forge
Country: Nin
Population Type: 90% Storm Giants, 8% Hephastus and 2% Dwarves
Population: 3250
Ruler:Zebulan Thunderstrike (7th lvl Male Storm Giant)
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Safety Level: Average
Terrain: Mountains
General Alignment: Neutral
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Military: Low; Given the cities secluded state, the inhabitants don't have much need for a standing military. About 100 Storm Giants form an organized militia with an additional 15 who specialize in battle magics. Training for these troops is sporatic at best. However, should the city ever find itself under attack, the invaders will encounter the best equipped forces anywhere in Nin.
Magic Level: High
Economy: Rich
Weather: Frequent and dangerous thunderstorms. When it is not storming, it is brisk and windy.
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Description: Hidden high in the mountain peaks of Nin lies the fabled city of Aule's Forge. Nearly half the city's inhabitants earn their way through life in the prosperous world of forging. The rest begrudgingly provide the necessary services to keep the town running. Only the most determined and proficient metalworkers prosper in this city--let alone find it. It's well hidden and kept a well-guarded secret. Master blacksmiths from around the world attempt to make a pilgrimage to this sacred city. However, treacherous cliffs, savage beasts, thunderous storms and the cities obscurity force most to return home long before finding Aule's Forge.