Orasenerana (o-ras-n-ra-na)
This young community was once Quenian Elvish before the humans took control and banned magic. It is situated 16 meters above sea level. The Marketplace is the life of this town, and it blooms with all sorts of interesting items and people.
The large human town of Orasenerana clings to the roots of ancient trees older than memory. The air is thick with mist and the perpetual patter of soft rain, dripping from fern-heavy branches and moss-slick rooftops. Towering evergreens loom over the settlement like silent, disapproving guardians.
Orasenerana was not always a human domain. For centuries, it was an elven enclave, a serene woodland citadel where magic hummed as naturally as the rain. When humans seized it 10 years ago, they repurposed the elegant tree-woven structures into sturdier, more practical habitations. Some of these buildings still bear unmistakable elven curves, branch-spiral balconies, homes raised on stone or wooden stilts and windows covered in flowering vines that humans cannot coax to bloom as they once did.
Other elven marvels lie abandoned or dismantled, their old enchantments now dormant. Humans are wary of such remnants, treating them like haunted ruins.
Demographics
(80% Human, 10% Halfling, 5% Gnome, 5% Other)
Government
There have always been four ruling families of Orasenerana; they were once mainly elves, but now, after the magic ban, they are all humans.
House Velnor (Ruling Family)
- Domain: Law, defence, taxation.
- Residence: A fortified wooden manor with stone foundations.
- Traits: Stern, militaristic, prideful. They maintain the Town Watch and host the royal inspectors who enforce the magic ban.
- Domain: Agriculture, forestry, water management.
- Residence: A sprawling timber hall.
- Traits: Practical and locally beloved; they manage terraced gardens, river weirs, mills, and food storage.
- Domain: Religion, knowledge, law keeping.
- Residence: Stone cloisters near the temples.
- Traits: Conservative, literate, and politically cunning. They support the Inquisitors who root out illicit magic and maintain the archives.
- Domain: Medicine, apothecaries, healing.
- Residence: A herb-covered manor.
- Traits: Respected for their herbal knowledge, but often under suspicion for “borderline sorcery.” They tread a delicate line between science and superstition.
The Council meets in the Hall of Echoes, a timber hall in Old District where the sound of rain on the roof becomes part of every debate.
Defences
The guards are the main line of defence with the temples as the other.
Industry & Trade
The tall grasses of this region make fantastic, fragrant baskets. Crafters have mastered the art of weaving a wide range of amazing creations.
Infrastructure
Canals and trenches, raised wooden walkways, watermills.
Districts
Neighbourhood Structure- Rather than having specific wards or districts, some cities have zones of wealth and disparity. In this model, gatherings of social communities inhabit numerous stylised neighbourhoods throughout the city. Members of different social groups commonly interact, and at times, individuals might find it difficult to tell one neighbourhood apart from another.
Light Village (Lower)- This is where the common folk reside.
Old District (Upper)- This is where the ruling families’ fortified manors are (minus House Lirenne), as well as where the guards are the most prominent and stationed.
Apple Cliff- This is where most of the shops are located and where the marketplace is situated.
Noon Steps - This area is home to the larger public buildings and features the second-highest security presence.
Dark Chapel (Religious District)- This is where the temples are located and where homes are situated for those associated with them. Also where House Lirenne is.
Underbelly District- This is where undesirables reside. A lot more magical creatures live down here, and anyone who has magical ties knows this is the place to be.
Assets
Light Village:
Guard Stations- There are a few scattered throughout the area.
Sentry Boxes- Can be found in front of important buildings or at the corners of busy intersections.
Town Square- This area is simple, with the community board displaying various events and job openings.
Firehouse
Wells
Brothel- The Gilded Swan (Viessa Rorona)
Adult Shop- Fire and Desire (Damian / Thalian Flow)
Congregation Hall
Orphanage- Little Rock Home
Inns- The Sad Skull, The Wretched Squash
Taverns- The Sleepy Tree (Arissa Stormbranch)
Old District:
Guard Stations- There is one on every street, with additional ones located around the nobles' houses.
Sentry Boxes- Can be found in front of important buildings or at the corners of busy intersections.
Town Square- This area is extravagant, with the community board displaying various events and job openings.
Firehouse
Wells
Meeting House- Hall of Echoes
Jail- Orasenerana Jail
Currency Exchange- The Bank
Property Offices- Responsible for licensing and selling property and for holding deeds, records of land sales, and taxation of property.
Tax Office- Runs the city’s tax collection services and processes all paperwork or bookkeeping associated with taxation. They also issue warrants and fines for any unpaid taxes, tax fraud, or evasion.
Family Housing - An alternative to a barracks.
Kennels- For trained dogs.
Stables- For the trained horses of the guards.
Blacksmith- Smelts of Heaven
Taverns- The Private Pelican
Inns- Ye Olde Ingot Inn, The Diamond Snowdrop Inn
Bathhouse- Silver Willows Bath & Spa
Apple Cliff:
Guard Stations- There are a few scattered throughout the area.
Sentry Boxes- Can be found in front of important buildings or at the corners of busy intersections.
Firehouse
Wells
Permanent Shops and Storefronts- While there may still be general stores and shops for common goods, these storefronts allow for a much more specialised approach, with shops dedicated to specific, niche markets supporting a more discerning clientele.
General Store- The Basic Frog
Carpenter- The Whistling Castle
Bakery- The Hiding Sail Bakery
Butcher- Custom Cut Butchers
Apothecary- The Famous Elixir
Leatherworker- Rustic Hides
Tanner- Hides and Pelts
Jeweller- Buy the Way
Cobbler- The Ancient Shawl
Barber- The Bitter Adventure
Café- The Amusing Cherry, The Bright Dish
Carrier's Office - Messages were sent by someone speaking instead of being written.
Florists- The Honest Feather Florist
Warehouses
Noon Steps:
Guard Stations- There are a few more scattered throughout the area than in other locations.
Sentry Boxes- Can be found in front of important buildings or at the corners of busy intersections.
Firehouse
Wells
Asylum- Horizon Mental Hospital
Gallows- The public execution platform
Hospital- Angelwings Hospital
Library- Lexicon Library
Prison- Silverbay Prison
Dark Chapel:
Guard Stations- There are a few more scattered throughout the area than in other locations.
Sentry Boxes- Can be found in front of important buildings or at the corners of busy intersections.
Firehouse
Wells
Temples- There is a temple with a shrine for everyone in it, and then there are bigger temples for Zagyn, Bizsus, Dira, Gitar, Lilin, Ruvanke, Rhetenar and Taris. Kira Lirenne is the High Priestess of the whole town and the leader of the Church of Lilin of the town.
Graveyard- Silent Gardens Graveyard
Courier’s Office- Messages were sent by someone speaking instead of being written.
Flophouse
Underbelly District:
Firestations
Black Market- Tales of the Tainted
Inn/Tavern- The Steel Serpent
Others:
Sanatorium- Lilypad Hospital
Farms- Figs, kiwis and pomegranate farms
Park- Orasenerana Park
Tourism
This is a market town so the tourist are those for the market.
Architecture
The architecture is more natural due to the rainforest, which is why the buildings need to blend seamlessly into the surrounding environment.
Due to the rainfall, the town's elevated timber buildings are constructed on stone or log stilts, keeping living spaces above the wet forest floor and thereby avoiding rot and floods. Steep shingled roofs, often of cedar or wooden shakes, shed heavy rainfall quickly. Some are weighted with stones to withstand storms. Deep overhanging eaves protect walls and walkways from constant rain. Stone foundations and drainage ditches channel water away from homes, all dug by hand or with beasts of burden. Cisterns and rain barrels collect clean water from roofs. Boiling or sand filtration ensures it’s drinkable. Canals and trenches divert excess rainwater downhill, lined with moss and stones to reduce erosion. Bridges and raised walkways keep roads above muddy ground; the wooden planks are regularly replaced.
Geography
Temperate rainforest: A middle-temperature, wet climate where it heavily rains or snows, depending on the time of year.
Flora: Sessile oak woodland, with smaller areas of birch, alder and ash trees. Ferns, mosses, liverworts, lichen and orchids.
Fauna: Otters, red squirrels, pipistrelle bats, deer, reed bunting, spotted flycatcher, skylark, bullfinch, linnet, song thrush, golden eagles, sea eagles, osprey, butterflies, dragonflies, moths and beetles.
Climate
Orasenerana is a temperate rainforest climate and typically experiences temperatures of around 14 °C.
Natural Resources
The city may have most of its needs covered, but it lacks one or more essential elements of value. Fortunately, routes for trade to other locations are easily made, and it is a frequent stop for travel.
Animals, figs, kiwis, pomegranates, herbs (cooking and healing), lumber and plumage.
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