Geldstadt

Capital of Achtungwald Province

Population: 20,000 people

Ruler: Duchess Ursula von Syndow

Civil War Allegiance: Mannfred von Kessel Known

For: Gold Mines, Orchards, Opera House, Cultural Hub

Throughout the city of Geldstadt, twinkling orange-red street lamps line the cobblestone roads as they weave between townhomes adorned with plush purple curtains. Wealth and opulence are on full display as the citizens strolling the boulevards sport the finest fashions and spread gossip about the latest drama amongst the artists of the city. Geldstadt stands along the Glitterwash River, a tributary feeding into the Drann River. The city was once well-situated along prime trade routes from southern nations sending goods to the capital of Drakkenheim or towards the Eastern Vales. The walled city is well-known for its elegant urban architecture, and home to many exotic specialist craftspeople catering to affluent tastes, such as artists, sculptors, jewelers, toymakers, and tinkers. Most notably, the city is home to several galleries, hotels, theaters, and an opera house, giving it a vibrant cultural life.

During the early days of this thriving town, all of the gold, jewels, and other wealth flowing from the mines in Glitter Peak first passed through Geldstadt. Due to the rich deposits within the mountains, the Glitterwash River made for excellent gold panning as well. However, Geldstadt is not without its issues. Its rulers have struggled to maintain their desired standard of perfection within the nearby towns and villages along the forest, especially when collecting taxes and levies.