Post by Inkshade on Jan 1, 2012 14:22:38 GMT -5
1.) Abyga- The capitol of Alba, Albyga is a large city on the northern section of the Idrandra River. Known for it’s beauty, most residents live in peace and happiness. Many gardens, and beautifully built buildings make it a wonderful place to live. Instead of a royal family, Alba has a chancellor. Every few years a council of the people decides who will be best to lead Alba. This chancellor makes many decisions, but must defer to the council for many larger decisions. He lives in a small mansion in the middle of Abyga. Abyga is also known for it’s numerous schools, and professors, but mostly Sages as Alba is a country full of magic.
2.) The Celeol Academy of the Arcane Arts- An enormous castle in the northern most section of Alba, on the other side of the Paenian Mountains. Establish during the Treaty of Syraen, Alba become the ally of Galiere and was given land northwest of the Paenian mountains as a sign of goodwill. Soon after, an enormous academy was built with a duel effort from Galiere and Alba to foster more goodwill, and to provide an institution for high learning. The academy is the greatest school for mages on the continent of Rettiar. The castle is a huge white and grey stone castle with large walls, high towers, and inside is a large courtyard for training and relaxation. Both a school and a great military structure, this fortress could last a stupendous siege. This is also the holding place of the Alba Fire Emblem piece.
3.) Burthor Academy- A medium sized castle, once owned by Lord Burthor. It is a black castle with little defense in its wall height or thickness, but tall towers and a complex structure. Now it is a school for those interested in battle. Most of those that come here, come for it’s fame Cavalier course which trains those for horseback combat. However the do have other basic courses like battle tactics, history, fencing, swordplay, and even some magic. A majority of it’s students are Cavalier or Mage Knights.
4.) Jaceo- A medium village east of the Burthor Academy. The village is a nice clean village with decent stone houses. Most of it’s revenue comes from agriculture or logging, as a quaint forest runs all around it. It will often get students from the Burthor Academy, either classes that ride their horses to the village and back, or students who ride by in their spare time to relax and enjoy the small town feel.
5.)Fort Ducaer- A medium sized fortress to the northeast of Abyga. It’s placement along a overland trade route makes it a perfect position. It’s large wooden structure make it a target for fire, however multiple attempts to burn it have all ended in vain. It is usually manned by Rangers, Archers, and Warriors.
6.) Ladela Temple- A medium sized temple on Lake Danu. It is a tall white, multi-spire temple that stands on a hill overlooking the Lake. There are many who come from around the world to view this magnificent church. Many Bishops, Clerics, and Priests live here.
7.) Grayvald- A medium sized village on the northern shore of Lake Danu. The town is spread out as houses on the water. Almost all residences make their money and living by fishing the rich waters of Lake Danu.
8.) Fort Soresso- A small fort in the east of Alba, east of Lake Danu. A first a trading outpost, the government increased it’s stone walls, and build extra additions. Still considered a major trading post, Fort Soresso has little defensive capabilities. It is usually manned by Soldiers, Myrmidons, and Fighters.
9.) Tavortian- A medium sized town on the Idrandra River. It’s a majo stop along the Idrandra river. Most of it’s revenue comes from fishing and trade from Alba, Isolion, and Sadsgow. Most of the buildings are older, but the town is in the process of expanding.
10.) Myv Academy- A small school located east of the lower section of the Idrandra River. It is an elite school for those interested in becoming Sages. The castle consist of a few black spires. Competition to this school is very difficult, as it is only surpassed by The Celeol Academy of the Arcane Arts and some schools in Abyga.
11.) Orfis- A small village located between Myv Academy and The Temple of Vael. It is a small, dispersed village. It gets most of its revenue from agriculture and some mining.
12.) Temple of Vael- A medium sized temple in southern Alba. Adorn by large silver-grey spires, on top of a hil, The Temple of Vael is home to many Shamans. The temple teaches students how to use these darker arts in a positive light. The students are mainly Shamans, Druids, and Necromancers.