THERIOPOLISOOC INFO: Theriopolis is a part of the Dragonlands Continuity. Persona Play. Conflicts here are resolved entirely by OOC player consent. The History of the Furcadian World CURRENT STATUS: This area is Rosemary Point, a neutral district controlled by House Mundi. It is a time of peace but the forces of Light and Dark are at odds here. CURRENT MAYOR: Giacomo di Fiori. The Geography The city of Theriopolis was built on over a dozen islands in a close group sewn together by numerous bridges. The water of the canals is generally salty. Rain is collected and channeled into little cisterns. The Government The government here is a republic under the Council of Lords (Consiglio dei signori) and the Council of Merchants (Consiglio dei Commercianti). It is presided over by the Mayor (il Sindaco), who is chosen by the Council of Lords. The Age of Reason Theriopolis is essentially a Renaissance city, and "hocus pocus" doesn't garner any respect. Inventors, astronomers, engineers, and other scholars, however, are given highest honors. Nobles are eager to support the arts and sciences. Sorry, Magi... Magic is so weak in the Olde World that most natives don't even believe it exists. As a plot assumption, attempts to prove its existence will fail. About Graves Theriopolis has only one graveyard; land is too precious. Funerals take place on that one small island, where bodies are interred for one year. After that, they must be moved to the mainland. Not wanting to make such a journey to the mainland to visit a relative or friend's body, some noble families keep secret private underground crypts. About the Gondolas These poled boats are the ubiquitous transport of nearly everyone in Theriopolis. Even nobles do not keep riding hawks and (non-sentient) riding dragons here; there is not enough for them to eat (not even fish). About House Mundi Guards (a.k.a., The Protectors) The Mundi family are foreigners, here as a result of alliance with the powerful local family Balsamud. They take a dim view of weres, vampires, indeed, anything "peculiar". Thus, they employ iron-willed guards to destroy any overt supernatural manifestations above ground. As the Mundis are Kasurian, they are more familiar with the paranormal, and have equipped the guard with protective charms against evil. Special training, silver on the crossbow tips and Vinca tattoos on the throat are the norm. A deep grudge against vamp-furres or were-furres or both, is typical. A few are in it for the thrill of the hunt-- they enjoy the legalized killing. SPECIFIC LOCATIONS Corridoio per affitto (Hall for rent) This place is owned by House Mundi. It is leased for a reasonable fee, no questions asked. (Compratore dei Pesci) "Fish buyers's" A place where poor folks can sell their catch for a few pennies, and slackers sit around on crates of salt. It's also a place where underworld gossip might turn up. (magazzino condannato costruito sulle rovine antiche del tempiale) "Condemned warehouse constructed on the antique ruins of a temple" A local legend holds that this area was once a hilltop with a temple. The place was defiled by sacrifice of furre children and the resident nature spirit cursed that spot, causing the ground to split and buildings to sink. They say that the golden treasures of the temple were never found. Mercato delle Gemme Gem Market A place to buy practical necessities or luxury goods imported from all over. Il Corridoio di Acciaio The Hall of Steel A place where the youth of the district display their skill at arms. Il Ponticello dei Gigli The Bridge of Lilies Local legend says that the lilies were originally grown in a sacred pond. How they can still survive in the salt water is a mystery. L' Infermeria A little hospital. Fontana Del Punto Della Rosemary Rosemary Point Fountain Hundreds of years old, nobody knows who built the fountain. Larger boats used to come to this dock until an incident nearly two generations ago. Local legend says that a ship crewed by deformed furres and "monsters" arrived. The ship was attacked and sunk; the crew and passengers escaped into the night. Casa di Quelle Meno Fortunate (House for Those Less Fortunate) This is a hostel sponsored by House Mundi; lodging here is cheap but not free. Many a clandestine meeting has taken place in its pleasant basement, over food and wine from the legendary Marconi's nearby. Marconi's Sea-going folk for generations, the Marconi family serves generous portions of some of the finest food in all Theriopolis. Enzio Marconi claims his great-grandmother was a mer-furre, can you believe it? Stazione di polizia della citta di Teriopoli (Theriopolitan Police Station) This is a station for the city guard, who tend to act only if something threatens other parts of the city. The peace tends to be kept by the guards of the noble family (House) whose territory it is. Martello Argento (di Massimo) Max's Silver Hammer This is a forge where fine blades are made but they're very expensive. Arsenale della Spada Blu Blue Sword Armory A place to buy new or previously-abused weapons. They say that only good weapons get to be old weapons. Il Forno Felice The Happy Bakery Fresh baked goods for all. The cart on the corner sells almond cheese and fresh fruits. Camera della famiglia Mundi A Mundi Family house Just one of many dwellings owned by the nobles of the Mundi family. This one is sometimes rented out to students attending the Theriopolitan University. (una stazione delle protezioni della famiglia di Mundi) An outpost for the guards of the Mundi family. One of many Mundi family guard posts. |
