Heilig

Capital of the North Province

Population: 17,000 people

Ruler: Duchess Sophia von Schneesturm

Civil War Allegiance: Mannfred von Kessel

Known For: Copper, Gemstones, Rugged Land,

Temples to the Old Faith Heilig looms dauntingly along the northern coast of Westemär. Through falling snow one can make out the black watchtowers that welcome visitors to the cold city. The inhabitants bustle back and forth with thick coats and scarves. The northernmost city in Westemär, Heilig has not always been considered part of the nation. The city and the province have often been rebellious, and many times have the people and ruling family tried to break away from Westemär to form their own kingdom. The culture and customs here differ much from those to the south, and hold more closely to their neighbors in the Giantfrost Mountains and Netherwind. In particular, the Faith of the Sacred Flame holds less sway here, where the Old Gods are kept openly and prominently. Six great shrines to the Old Gods are built around a central stone circle at the heart of Heilig. Around a pyre set between the rune carved obelisks, worshipers gather to share warm stories of their ancient faith.