Verdalka, City of Kings

Verdalka is the oldest city on the material plane, and it has a proud and detailed history to show it. With a population of over two million, it is also among the largest, and the city contains a mix of many cultures, religions, and peoples.   The city began as a defensive structure, appearing like a massive fortress from the outside. As the centuries went on, high culture began to influence the districts within Verdalka's walls, and they are now widely respected for their artistry in architecture, painting, and poetry. People come from all over Illica to visit the Temples of the Nine Divines, the largest religious structure known to exist in the whole world. It is a common pilgrimage destination for people of all faiths. The city also has a strong sense of royalty, and all are expected to revere the standing King or Queen almost as much as they do the gods.