Ide Volcar
| Government |
|---|
| Feudalism |
| Organizations |
| Companions of Elric, Kasarian Embassy, Abjura Dolana, Kashtin, Buel Vitta Society, Resa's Rest |
| Temples |
| Boccob, Lirr, Olidammara, Pholtus |
| Merchant Houses |
| House Ditta |
Often referred to as the Jewel of the North, this beautiful city on the Ura river in Haza is one of the richest and most beautiful in the world.
Built on top of a number of hills and surrounded by fields of rice and coffee this ancient city exudes a history few can match. There have been many changes to the city over time leading to a rather maze-like structure of its streets and buildings. All dwellings are made of stone and most of them are multistory. Due to the sloping nature of the terrain these buildings often lean towards each other and rooms have been built to connect both sides, leading to covered streets.
As new buildings have been built on top of older ones for centuries, a large 'under city' exists where the light of day doesn't reach. This also complicates things most people take for granted, such as the sewer system. It is said that Abjura Dolana has people working around the clock, casting spells to keep everything in good order.
So many places are worth a visit in this town, we couldn't ever list them all but here are a few highlights not to be missed.
Though most of the city is quite densely built, there are a few areas where this is not the case such as Irati Park, a popular spot for people to spend their free time, boating on the pond, playing games, or just lounging on the grass.
Kotnik Plaza is the large square at the center of town and it is here you will find Orlovca Castle, home of House Meloi. Ide Volcar is the capital of Kolechia province and all government affairs take place at Ljudi Chambers built opposite the castle. The Law of the Sun, the temple of Pholtus, can be found on a third side of the square.
This city is also where House Ditta was founded and over time they grew to expand to all the buildings on Ditta Square, every single building!
Hedon Hall is the largest place of worship to Olidammara in the entire world, by far. The structure contains numerous auditoriums where plays and musical performances are staged every day. There is also a large, covered market surrounded by many eateries. Small shrines for private worship are dotted around the place and it is said that there is even more to find for those in the know.
The Mausoleum of Grobnica is one of the best preserved examples of classic Haza architecture. This imposing building has been the final resting place for all of House Meloi's deceased for many centuries. It is not open to the public but the structure with its rising columns, gilded statuary, and huge, bronze, ever-burning braziers is not to be missed.
Preveri's is the home of the Hellfire Society, a members-only club known for those of a rather exuberant lifestyle. The restaurant is open to the public but one is made to understood that eating here can have certain side effects that the restaurant cannot be held responsible for. These include waking up in another city with no memory of what happened.
Namestie Circle is where you can find the Krizovatka Fountain, known around the world for its beguiling statues of nereids and the crystal clear water that is said to come from a mile below the city. The Zvonica bell tower with its distinctive gargoyles can also be found here.
Helping Hands Hall, the local headquarters of the Companions of Elric can be found on Ulica Street. The Companions have not much of a presence in Haza, just two branches in Beljovac and Ide Volcar, and neither is particularly large. This might have something to do with national pride, the people of Haza believe they can take care of themselves. In the past the Companions have had a few run-ins with the Kurbak (secret police) as well.
Belegore Ateliers used to be a regular city block of shops and houses but over time more and more artists took up residence, walls were removed and now the entire block consists of artist's studios and, frankly, quite filthy, living quarters for said artists. Their talent is undeniable though and many come here to learn from the masters.
The Ura river flows through the vale next to the city and the large harbor that has been built onto it over the centuries is never without activity, work continues through the night to load and unload the many barges that ply the river. An ingenious system of wooden lifts transfers goods up and down from the city proper.
In the papers
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xxx. - Excerpt from an article in the Mifora Bulletin |