Jump to content

ROYAL CITY OF KAROSGRAD


Nolan_
 Share

Recommended Posts

Spoiler

 

Credits to @Dogged, @Twandhi and @Mio for the screenshots used.

THE ROYAL CITY OF KAROSGRAD

The Capital City of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska

sExqdGFliNaAjwnlbhwARiVJyXp3F9vbLVik3A32HuTGV5v_bJEhZT5uUoAOB1dR0lJbeOuecj32i-uUyMs5pwu4C0oYIdS84z4VQBRVsMJJvgKHDzsLLR6YVyKdVuEIs6BZ0nMEBR-eZFk0-7gBhsXZFuMHqi_C7nQHLai1rsg78tGdyYotQ1pWhKKrHA

 

“Bustling is the natural state of Karosgrad. It keeps the square busy and the North alive with all manners of people.”

- Lord Palatine Iosif Bishop Valwyck, 6th i Wzuvar and Byvca, 461 E.S.

 

The Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska and Its People

Known officially as the Dual Monarchy of the Kingdoms of Hanseti and Ruska, the nation is perhaps better known by its colloquial form of simple Haense. Ruled over by a semi-absolute monarchy, the Kingdom thrives as the undoubtedly the most powerful Northern nation and indeed one of the foremost states in all of Almaris. Though the Kingdom accepts people of all races and creeds it is primarily composed of the Human subrace known as Highlanders, a rugged and hardy people who have occupied the North for centuries and centuries. Haense is the oldest continuous state in all of humanity with over 400 years of history.

 

People who come to call the thriving Kingdom home are known as the Haeseni, the descendants of notable Northern cultures that came to culminate in Haense. Built on a sense of honour that drives their laws and outlook, the Haeseni are a proud and compassionate people but tough and breed what many think of as the typical Northernmen. Known for their nobles and knights, councillors and justiciars, soldiers and merchants, Haense has opportunities for people of all skills.

 

The most common ancestry and cultures are:

The more modern New Marians - the urban living descendants of the people who flocked to Haense and its most numerous ethnicity. Typically the newly arrived common people, merchants, traders and burghers belong to this group of peoples and indeed a number of noble houses too. Most live in and around the capital city of Karosgrad.

 

The wise and seafaring Ayrikevs - originally a subset of the Waldenians, they have thrived under the Kingdom of Haense and grown into a formidable culture of tartan wearing politicians and soldiers. Sailing is of special importance to the Ayrikevs and are without a doubt the most dominant on the waves. The Ayrikevs are housed primarily in the lakeside Duchy of Valwyck to the East of Karosgrad.

 

The carousing and passionate Raevirs - there still exist people who claim descent from the Raevir, the people of the original ancient Kingdom of Ruska, and thus make their home in modern day Haense. Known for their heavy drinking and more traditional mindsets, they are the most rugged of the Haeseni peoples and take great pride in their history and Ruskan aesthetic that is still popular. Most find themselves friends with the similarly cultured Rutherns of the Duchy of Vidaus and the Godunovs of the Barony of Verskaya in the North and West of Haense.

 

The proud and pious Waldenians - one of the original groups of people who founded the original Haense. They are incredibly pious and take great note of anything of Canonist (the dominant human religion) but are also known for their knights, horsemen and weapon forging. Most Waldenians congregate in the Duchy of Reinmar to the South of Karosgrad but also under the noble house of Weiss.

 

UUlhKK1ZMWB5nCMHKg9CY_i7YX_gIsy5MNfHSSJcD_fSnLHK6XeOirxEFPuxZyb0xZpO9fASDSBoz90_7D8DAsRWePLHprJTrRtsR4Bqf2vNOYlYuUyaAfB5FfBJ_yvYu0jfRo1rww6bbCBgEociFvw

 


EelR6F6i_21JN1rZpsnM1u3JdnZykUeyJh1dsu0865W3vWXzitgP_f_aUTMAHXyPYw8dN4f5qWGwvraENbTdYH7zv3fAwt-k7D6H5812Xo7sBxKSuU7nlrZhhx6Uxx6BAf4bhRm5pHqAAIJZcxpLPdbsouvGA5k6qLWgG7RUSC-rWFkKZt_m2h4y--bQiw

Location

Those that find themselves at the travel hub known as Cloud Temple need only make a short trip on the back of a cart heading to North Hub to be a stone’s throw away from the Highland Capital. As seen in the map sketch above, any person can come to the gates of Karosgrad by following the simple path south of North Hub. One will know they are heading the right path when the snow of the Rimeveld alleviates and they pass through the Duchy of Vidaus. A tell tale sign you are in Haeseni land and on the correct route is the distinctive reddish terracotta used in almost all buildings. 


Landmarks

The Royal City hosts a plethora of notable landmarks and attractions which any traveller or would-be Haeseni should see. Whether it be food, drink, historical sites or buildings of note and unparalleled architecture there is something for all in the City of Karosgrad. To name a few there are:
 

GSANsGTXG8-QZBpl9tnfTWB0J3SxTPMt37iqH7a4TBQyTbwRwSc2PN_XSXOtrKRuFBLbkN7caQX7k9P3GRm45l-sV9-g0bHj241rTGAlOdUMPnjMU8qGT5CWHiSS20JHNB3mG6nAn8Lw1lZIl_Cb_WEE0g4DC0k-P6HVy6Dxj8pe1Q2lXHStXEEcciT_mQ

THE MORRIVI PRIKAZ

The Royal Palace, constructed by King Karl III, is the current royal abode in the very heart of the city. The tallest and largest structure in Karosgrad, the Morrivi Prikaz is hard to miss with its grandiose exterior and extravagant interior. Whilst half of the palace is reserved for the use of the Royal House of Barbanov-Bihar, the western half is open to the public and sees plenty of traffic as both a sight-seeing destination but also the setting of many Crown endorsed balls and festivities. The Royal Duma Hall is also found to the right of the Palace's entrance.

 

yGcyDQwhMg_hwQJjIvkYgEgDYeQFSkR7e5KJmeYOEMnp3DwFpLC63claXnj_MO1DO3EhiFeWJu3Ea3bIiiRl8fJmZPOoa4M0V-VysCT_CiPgAQf8k0WqQgy7JtWm6DYVj6eUf-_HApLLOnR3D8N-FSiDqTD0OjPKltcPqzsIwQ3DVgcZpT_F_M78LQ1azg

THE BROTHERHOOD BARRACKS

Home to the armoury of the city, the soldiers’ quarters and their training grounds. The Brotherhood Barracks are immediately on your right as you enter through the gates of the fair capital. Should one wish to join up with the national army, the Brotherhood of Saint Karl, then they should arrive at the barracks and ask after the Lord Marshal Sebastian Bishop or any officer.

 

tTC0KZJTSv4zpuf6edqic5n6xeVPp5PKDyUa57-GBLmXotw8thiQNXwb89b4R2jbGl0IlafSLgfb0L371sUkV8K0-kojpzBC3D0KuHdWFwxBNEXjr5J_R3E5MR0XXs-Ve5YZfLkPZsQQHTet53PQEZDVHgv3l8YPFOR1HPRZBHJqsMuxFPkxD2N2v-F-EA

CROWN AVENUE

The first and most commercial street in Karosgrad. From Barclay Bargains to Kortrevich Krafters, there is a wide range of stores and artisans that populate Crown Avenue and the shops surrounding it. Any person is sure to find their coin pouch a little lighter when they leave the joy that is the trading hub of Haense.

 

QvYSDuQS5q-YwnegQ9l3IDsw40X9rDXru1KCMBpKO7RVdFIe3QXAxhg4F1omm9JMAkRxXybVlvZBBeqwKy2up0OW6_jGeMRD9Dq3xfzYNm1pzOer8YadgA8-sPtQdDVxNv6NyRJDWJSbfb8ksgYSntLGMal3Z3GPe9pkn5n2VhMhgkBeMs_3iaBrEY2rJw

THE DRUNKEN MARIAN TAVERN & INN

The ever popular tavern lies at the end of Crown Avenue and serves both food and drink that are staples of Haeseni cuisine. One cannot leave Karosgrad without tasting a world famous Carrion Black and having a merry time with bar games, cards or the occasional wrestling match in the basement. People looking for a job are encouraged to inquire inside about becoming a tavernkeep or about the rooms above.

 

THE BASILICA OF SAINT HENRIK

The home of prayer in the Royal City. The Basilica is situated on the main square and is set apart by its grandeur and distinctive twin onion domes. Inside is a floor so well polished by the faithful that it reflects the ceiling near perfectly. Alongside this is the reliquary shrine containing holy relics on show to the public as well as the opulent altar. Both King Henrik II and Karl III were crowned in the Basilica with King Georg’s coronation imminent here too. It is a popular stop on any pilgrimage.

 

9Y0cscV6yjd3MmTjD0N6AAQ0HLxqUDLbL3VAd0DRtN6-Y8DtMWV3iEAKBdr7ZRkTFZLJ8DdMUsvOCaM0YqN5dV4-a4OVVGn0_CX4FJdDSVmjgIOR2Zkcy__FJ8pM3cjlCYsasfPdChAgdC8HudZ0rUDShMpT7q9ooMMfHWS4NM2cxoThMJ4zJmvCq91ZTw

THE GOLDEN EDVARD AMADOR BANK

Named after the late Edvard Amador, a once steward, High Seneschal and Royal Treasurer. Edvard’s legacy for money making and banking continues to this day with the bank in his honour in the main square. The Golden Edvard Amador Bank hosts the offices of the Office of the Treasury too.

 

THE HOSPITAL OF SAINT AMYAS

Adjacent to the Golden Edvard Amador Bank, the Hospital of Saint Amyas is so named after the Saint Amyas of Yore, the patron saint of medicine, healing, botany and wild herbs. Taking care of the Haeseni ill and injured, the hospital is run by the Surgeon General and their team of medics.

 

THE JUNGINGEN THEATRE

Known for its ‘talent shows’, often put on by the Crown in search of a certain quality, and the occasional play, the Jungingen Theatre is located near the docks. Named in honour of Sir Dietrich van Jungingen, the premier Haeseni poet who achieved fame during the reign of King Sigismund II and was awarded civic awards in both Haense and the then Orenian Empire. Above the Jungingen Theatre is the Carolusian Mens Club, never short on cigars or friendly banter.

 

THE GEORGIAN MUSEUM

The Georgian Museum is perhaps better known as merely the Haeseni Museum. Situated just past the Hospital of Saint Amyas and next to the Jungingen Theatre, the museum offers free entry to the public and hosts a variety of interesting exhibitions such as information and relics pertaining to historic events and people as well as detailing the lives of every King of Haense thus far.

 

M2gUV2q1gSgBTRXTkBdVHSk6WTBtpkg1HLUJvQzYRlXQj47rV3e_qGFXMmrwBB4ErBKUZrYmh5Yo25O5Hhmz3Xf0k2-FmbSP4u1_bwu2ATUy1cec-Kv6aP_exA9cTirpTohTKNd4STWYfwX_N0nHFHB2FKQzHEvI70TQfrhEOZShTR8wL19Zcb-xCbhhCQ

AETERNITY’S ANCHORAGE DOCKS

The bustling docks are home to the base of all Haeseni sea trade and houses the Royal Fleet. A popular district amongst the scientists, guilds and sailors of Haense. So named after the legendary sword of the great King Sigismund III ‘the Golden’, Aeternity.

 

THE TRELKA ARENA

To the North of the Morrivi Prikaz, the Trelka Arena is a frequent hotspot for Royal events as well as duels over damaged honour. Traditionally used in the Haeseni social seasons for the male bachelors to exhibit their skills in either archery, horsemanship, swordsmanship or wit as well as for the approximately decennial Grand Champion Tournament, aimed at finding the finest fighter in Haense.

 


Notable Officials

Ppp49uYobGUGNaOzMlS6ThqQO18u6noI-gcwcBJ64lqy9Fkuo7ToxGEEPMmjcG356ABqoJj_G89JjdYkVDE4f9755SczJMdZyxFw09e1vf9ZEE_vbev0nS4iV-N_xqJcAicJQstXowzf0lIEOqV0GYqae2ZxC6vDNbNt2S6rd05gXkio8qtsgB9PpfYXcQ KING GEORG OF HANSETI-RUSKA

Georg Sigismund Barbanov-Bihar | gusanoarentonio | @gusano

 

The ruling and twenty-first King of Hanseti-Ruska. The highest authority in the realm on all matters secular, the King is obeyed by all Haeseni and is a welcome sight amongst the people in the city of Karosgrad. God bless him and long may he reign.

 

6OkRJgafsaneszPL6d30xpgWCH7o4LZH6roLyO3yyIQpBxwXpvm_3KQU83Aia7k16rH0qCG2Z-Ywzx13zKebudj0twwuWZnCef-cwMKlzvYwyZHAU3SaKoW83J7iUTQPke8kmsBTwvnwYZ4pLdYt-ruodvbIuoN8JHSVEPiS5uD388xfS0wm9F2te5Zj5w LORD PALATINE & PATRIARCH IOSIF BASRID

Iosif Sigmar Basrid | CheekyNolan | @Nolan_

 

The Lord Palatine is the leader of the Aulic Council, who control the Haeseni government, and the greatest advisor to the Crown. One can find the Palatine in and around the Palace and has authority over most matters so will hear any petition on any issue. Lord Palatine Iosif is also the serving Patriarch of the Patriarchate of Jorenus, the holy Canonist Diocese encompassing the whole of Haense and Norland, and as such is the head of the Haeseni clergy. He can help with issues both secular and religious.

 

yg28USvsfiNMX-gIPd6PcpRR6DVHZpA4-yNr02CAGRh4Opt_tgSdUL1NKIcMvs1IWxGxo8IgcamGfVbr9KGL8f14QHxfUJ9ydRdPdFLIgWkNhKsKxhmqKUjyGmU9B9lnzb1sgZQ6P_7xKaa9sbEMqCQ LORD MARSHAL SEBASTIAN BISHOP

Sebastian Bishop | xMuted | @xMuted

 

The Lord Marshal serves on the Aulic Council and is entrusted to oversee the Brotherhood of Saint Karl, the unified state army of Haense, as its commander-in-chief. Any would-be soldier or veteran would do well to seek him out and enlist in the Brotherhood to serve with honour and skill against the Kingdom’s enemies and keep the peace.

 

0BdF-niYTpSAkyBz7hr7KZINjcyVLmUC8P23VYUdsEiU8d2SIztStuCJcVHXQLRPyIEq6z1NzNwi4AGtQhb4kowk0Kt0fdAkA7x1vqpLbhwAJ1YSpEPW7gXefwF4mFSdkaEdC3ME0IGyKxrMzvZOeFE ROYAL TREASURER SER VANHART

Vanhart Reinolf Barclay né Alstreim | Xarkly | @Xarkly

 

The Royal Treasurer serves on the Aulic Council and is entrusted to oversee and cultivate the wealth of the Kingdom. He is also incharge of the soon-to-be rolled out Merchants’ Guild, a guild determining the market value and rights of merchants and traders. Any issues with the economy or trading is to be directed to him.

 

ubz-UNLsoR8PCiZpLl0cLayrfmeB1cVauywhdP2XOQaXh1XpQurNpLycpg6dm669Pnta33ET5mYNJwanthoDg6Hp-EoN_qmGlhf7tRqc7O8tdKDQpY6mK6I3Ayxl1QWDftMJq18oBGEt_0qaMp1nL4MgUlv37gMHpapWj3OzUKEmTRTtflImhLAIBWLkfw HIGH SENESCHAL JOSEFINA BARCLAY

Josefina Theodosya Barclay | crazedpudding | @crazedpudding

 

The High Seneschal serves on the Aulic Council and is entrusted to oversee the administration of Karosgrad and the maintaining and promotion of immigration policy. As such, the High Seneschal is head of the stewards and oversees the selling and leasing of houses and property in the Royal City.

 


ey_sRN8Ofafgf1nD7D31p2J0HaCHhMNBUFdvbupOWykghVrko-_Q2WNk6-q0KKGeM2Dl0XLYiwfYXyQkvMxXjXm6gJisF46n2HsBIq-1CY0n8hp_1BUXVK_fG1YLPeZW5vFm9YA8UERiF361ennZL3FWu9ZrAPYnB7DoVRKgppyMG5BDgbVv8B_KFUX_fw

Housing

All manner of homes, from the humble abodes in Little Vienne to the mansions of Koengstriet, are available if one has the right amount of coin. If you find you do not have the coin fear not for there are numerous jobs and professionals available to all manner of people whether that be as a professional soldier in the Brotherhood of Saint Karl, a government official or even a tavernkeep. Make sure to contact one of the below to get yourself situated in the Capital of the North.

 

High Seneschal:

Josefina Barclay | crazedpudding | [pudding#7426] | @crazedpudding

 

Stewards:

Anastasya Amador | CherryBud | [Cait#7292] | @cherrybud

Emma Ludovar | DearConnorMurphy | [Yessie#4075] | @DearConnorMurphy

Manfred Barclay | Meleutherius | [Ramun#1916] | @Ramon

Veronica Weiss | Bethinwonderland | [Bethinwonderland#3240] @Bethinwonderland

Sofia de Pelear | tadabug2000 | [beautifulwatty#6584] | @tadabug2000


Spoiler

Haense Discord:
https://discord.gg/W5AuZpcecr

 

Some Extra Videos:

 

 

Link to post
Share on other sites

 Share

  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    No registered users viewing this page.



×
×
  • Create New...