Post by Inkshade on Jan 1, 2012 15:57:41 GMT -5
1.) Agini – The main capitol of the Bird Nation, Avius. Located on the cliffs of the Velden Mountains, overlooking the ocean, most of the buildings here are created from the rocky mountains themselves. The capitol is easily defended from sea attacks. The capitol built in the high cliffs make it almost impossible to land ships, also the narrow gulf which ship must sail into, is an easy ambush point. The city enjoys culture from all the bird tribe including Hawk, Raven, and Heron. Many Raven and Hawks live here, with some Herons, who have a harder time adjusting to the weather.
2.) Karef- A large city on the cliffs of the Velden Mountains, overlooking the sea. A sub-capitol of Avius, this one is the Raven sub-capitol. Built like black spires over looking the ocean, Karef is an immense city of Ravens. The mountains provide excellent defense, as does the sea. Much of it’s revenue comes from fishing and trade.
3.) Harcath- A Large city deep in the Velden Mountains. A sub-capitol of Avius, this one is the Hawk sub-capitol. On top of a great mountain, the brown stone buildings are that of an immense Hamk city. Excellently defended by it’’s high altitude, and the mountains surrounding it, Harcath is as much a city as it is a fortress. Most of it’s revenue comes from hunting and trade.
4.) Sorfia- A large city in western Avius. A sub-capitol of Avius, this one is the Heron sub-capitol. Built amongst the great brown and greens trees is a beautiful city of Herons. Built with regards for nature, the great marble buildings interweave themselves in the trees, almost invisible to those who don’t know it’s location. Most of its revenue comes from herbs and the arts.
5.) Rair’s Outpost- A medium sized fortress on the southern island of Avius. It's cold, rocky towers are made from the mined cliffside. Named after a famous Raven leader, Rair's Outpost is a cold, harsh and lonely fortress to man, however it is an important first line of defense in Avius. Usually manned by Ravens.
6.) Fort Chacall- A large fortress on an island of Avius. Named after a famous Hawk leader, Fort Chacall is a large quartz structure built on the cliff side. The large cliffs around it make it extremely hard to invade by ground forces, not to mention the added height would only help the defending Hawks. Another extremely important outpost in the defense of mailnad Avius it is usually manned by Hawks.
7.) Aren- A medium sized village northwest from Fort Chacall. The town is mostly wooden shacks and caves, home to both Hawks and Ravens. It is a staging point where Hawks and Ravens live before being sent to Fort Chacall or Rair's Outpost. It is also a decent place to fall back to in case Rair's Outpost, or Fort Chacall is attacked.
8.)Forzi- A medium sized town east of Karef. Built from stones mined from the mountains it lies in the shadows of, Forzi has the best of both the Velden Mountains and the plains it live on. Defended by mountains, the Ravens who live here live in reletive peace. Their revenue comes from trade and hunting.
9.)Ba'seel - A small village on the Velden Mountains. Built from both wood and stone, this village is a mixing of all three of the bird species. Both Hawk and Raven, along with a few Heron laguz live here.
10.) Lirvf- A medium sized town in northern Avius. Built from wooden, this town lies extremely close to the northern coast of Avius. Much fishing and trade goes on here. There are many Hawks here and a few Ravens.
11.) Fort Yorif - A large sized fort southwest of Agini.. Built into the mountains around it, Fort Yorif is practically impenetreble. Known as the last line of defense for Avius, it is an immense fortress that guards the opening of the gulf that the capitol Aginin lies in. A perfect line of defense from sea based attacks, it is usually manned by Hawks and Ravens.
12.) Baytheen- A small town west of the Velden Mountains. A peaceful town built in a clearing in a forest. Many Herons call this home, and it is the second largest home of Herons, the largest being Sorfia. It is known for its fine berries and herbs, itr is also home to many Heron artisans.
13.) Temple of the Forest- A peaceful stone temple, north of Baytheen. It'sd large structure is impressive, without being overly bold. It's size it a testament to the forest. Many Herons, and some Hawks and Ravens make trecks here to be close to the peaceful serenity of nature.
14.) Leselia- A small village close to The Tower of Order. Only a few residents live here. It is a last stopping point in the forest before one reaches The Tower of Order. It is mostly self sufficient, but is also known for being a last safe haven for those making the treck to The Tower of Order.
15.) The Tower of Order- A white marble tower dedicated to Lasir the Goddess of Order. Unlike The Temple of the Forest, fewer people travel here. The aura around the tower is that of complete calm and order. It's calming affects could sooth the soul of a savage monster. Occasionally Herons, or others travel here to meditate in complete peace, however without some freedom and chaos inside people, the towers affect could drive some to complete insanity.