Aldis | City
Capital of the Kingdom of Aldis
The city of Aldis is the capital and most populous settlement of the kingdom of Aldis. It is located in central Aldis on the northwest shore of Lake Vash.
Demographics
(as of 320 BR)
| Demographic | Population |
|---|---|
| Entire City | 500,000 |
| Humans | 400,000 |
| Vata | 50,000 |
| Sea-folk | 25,000 |
| Nightfolk | 20,000 |
| Rhydan | 5,000 |
Approximately 10% of the population of Aldis has some degree of arcane talent.
Government
Aldis is the seat of power for the Kingdom of the Blue Rose, but administration of the city itself is handled semi-independently from matters of national governance. Nobles are appointed by the Sovereign to preside over districts within the city, forming the Civic Council, which in turn elects a High Seneschal to lead the council (sometimes referred to as "Lord/Lady Seneschal"). The Civic Council oversees most administrative tasks for the city, including infrastructure maintenance, urban planning, and record-keeping.
Infrastructure
Aldis has a complex and extensive network of water and sewer infrastructure, powered by arcana.
Major thoroughfares in Aldis are made of smooth stone, with stone-shapers periodically employed to re-grade and repair any streets that may be damaged or worn. Side streets may be cobbled, while some paths and walking trails are surfaced with gravel or, on the fringes of the city, left as bare dirt.
The city also contains numerous parks, plazas, squares, and other public spaces.
Districts
The city is divided into five wards, each containing numerous neighborhoods.
- The High Ward, containing many government buildings and luxurious residences
- The Lake Ward, a center of maritime activity
- The Middle Ward, home to numerous artisans and skilled professionals
- The Lower Ward, a densely populated district with many working-class families
- The Outer Ward, encompassing much of the heavy industry and agricultural pursuits of the city
Architecture
Climate
Maps
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Map of the City of Aldis
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