Drosvenar
Drosvenar is a prominent and highly developed city located in the Kaluara region of the Shire, northeast of Oldeshire and east of the Lost Valley Region. As a member of The Vaelthranni Compact, Drosvenar plays a significant role in both political and infrastructural terms. It lies near Largos to the east, Clayberry to the south, and Ashokan Outpost to the southwest.
Known for its modern architecture and infrastructure, Drosvenar features white stone streets, wide sandstone and stone-brick construction, and a combination of ceremonial and practical spaces. Its centerpiece is a large, rectangular fortress surrounded by a moat through which the city’s main roads pass.
History
Drosvenar emerged as the Vaelthranni Compact's infrastructural powerhouse, conceived as a hub for diplomacy, commerce, and innovation. It grew rapidly due to its emphasis on civic planning, technological prowess, and international cooperation, which is evident in its Embassy Row and large transportation networks.
Central District
- Walled Fortress: A ceremonial center bisected by major roads.
- Embassy Row:
- *Kaldaron Embassy
- Imperial Kuzvak Embassy
- Royal Aetherian Embassy
- Bork Embassy
- Vaelthranni Compact Embassy
- Orikami Embassy
- Venezia Nuova Embassy
- Laurelian Embassy
- Drosvenar Hall of Judgement: Judicial center for local and Compact-wide governance.
- Drosvenar Memorial Park: Green space commemorating notable events and figures.
Western District
- Residential Homes: Ranging from townhouses to larger estates.
- Drosvenar Main Station: Connected to the Thule Line.
- Public Executions and Prison Complex: Historic and somber civic facility.
- Chapel of Unending Tears: A place for remembrance.
- Restful Purity Contemplation Chamber: Small, serene meditation site.
- Taz's Fabulous Fishing: Local fishing supply store.
- Tombs of the Luminary Council: Ornate crypts honoring the Compact’s most influential leaders.
- Great Library: Located on the city’s outskirts, marked by a grand sandstone dome and façade.
Underground District
- Underground Hallways: Housing hundreds of homes and apartments.
- Underground Lake: Located beneath the central fortress.
- Transit Passages: Connect surface districts and underground spaces.
Northern District
- Additional Residences
- Shrimp Shack: A floating restaurant on the northern waterline.
- Airship Drydock: Capable of constructing two large ships simultaneously.
- One-room Schoolhouse
- Water Drydock and Customs Center: Major hub for imports and inspections.
- Red & Gold Airship: A prominent warship boasting four wings and stationed in Drosvenar.
Eastern District
- Open Market Stalls
- Honeyisle Brewery
- Oradamo Institute of Fine Arts: Towering white stone academic building.
- Drosvenar Temple: A large structure of gold and sandstone used for ceremonial worship.
Governance and Affiliations
Drosvenar is one of the most politically active cities within the Vaelthranni Compact. It functions as a diplomatic crossroads and a beacon of modernity, hosting many embassies and institutional bodies that reflect its central role in the Compact's governance.