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Rafferty: /* Siroc Bayou */

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Siroc Bayou

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	* '''Qualities:''' Marsh, Coastal, Ruins, Wild, Underpopulated, Enigmatic		* '''Qualities:''' Marsh, Coastal, Ruins, Wild, Underpopulated, Enigmatic
	The region that was once Siroc Plains is now the [[Madruga#Siroc Bayou\|Siroc Bayou]]. Slow moving streams and lakes of brackish water characterise the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bayou bayou]. The river itself, and the gulf between Madruga and Feroz, teem with fish and other creatures. The fury of the Scorrero, already mitigated by the Crucible, loses itself in meandering, shifting streams as it makes its way to the [[Bay of Catazar]]. Here and there, ruined Freeborn settlements and structures emerge from the marshes, or stand surrounded by still pools of water. Even though the flooding that transformed the region are quite recent, many of these ruins look as if they have stood in the marshes for decades, heavily overgrown with odd plant growths. Others are more intact, often serving as lairs for the transformed creatures of the marsh. When the river rose, this region was under control of the Grendel, and [[Below_the_thunders#The_Latter_Fire\|battle raged]] between the orcs and Imperial forces. The Grendel have since withdrawn almost all their forces, but there are still signs of abandoned encampments here. Some of the Broken Shore troops were left behind as well, and it seems that in the absence of any easy means of escape they have taken up banditry.		The region that was once Siroc Plains is now the [[Madruga#Siroc Bayou\|Siroc Bayou]]. Slow moving streams and lakes of brackish water characterise the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bayou bayou]. The river itself, and the gulf between Madruga and Feroz, teem with fish and other creatures. The fury of the Scorrero, already mitigated by the Crucible, loses itself in meandering, shifting streams as it makes its way to the [[Bay of Catazar]]. Here and there, ruined Freeborn settlements and structures emerge from the marshes, or stand surrounded by still pools of water. Even though the flooding that transformed the region are quite recent, many of these ruins look as if they have stood in the marshes for decades, heavily overgrown with odd plant growths. Others are more intact, often serving as lairs for the transformed creatures of the marsh. When the river rose, this region was under control of the Grendel, and [[Below_the_thunders#The_Latter_Fire\|battle raged]] between the orcs and Imperial forces. The Grendel have since withdrawn almost all their forces, but there are still signs of abandoned encampments here. Some of the Broken Shore troops were left behind as well, and it seems that in the absence of any easy means of escape they have taken up banditry.

			In Summer 388YE, the [[Red Wind Corsairs]] began the [[Phantasms and foam\|slow conquest]] of Siroc Bayou, discovering more wonders and mysteries in the process.

	The City of Sails, poor ruined [[Madruga#Siroc (Ruined)\|Siroc]], is now lost beneath the waters of the Bay, or consumed by the marsh. There is no chance of rebuilding - there is little left to rebuild on. There is apparently some interest in the [[Sarcophan Delves]] in [[Hyenas_and_herbs#Hyenas_Under_Sail\|purchasing salvage rights]] to the ruins, but only once the [[Children of Wrecks]] problem is resolved.		The City of Sails, poor ruined [[Madruga#Siroc (Ruined)\|Siroc]], is now lost beneath the waters of the Bay, or consumed by the marsh. There is no chance of rebuilding - there is little left to rebuild on. There is apparently some interest in the [[Sarcophan Delves]] in [[Hyenas_and_herbs#Hyenas_Under_Sail\|purchasing salvage rights]] to the ruins, but only once the [[Children of Wrecks]] problem is resolved.

Rafferty: /* Recent History */

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Recent History

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	As if this were not bad enough, a [[Colourblind\|peculiar blight]] began to spread across the [[#Quiet Grasses\|Great Grasses]] in the north-east. The grasslands were quickly turned to ash and dust, and the desiccating [[Winter magic]] threatened to spill over into [[Kahraman]] and [[Segura]]. The cause of the spreading desert was discovered to be a generations-old conspiracy of the ''Aldea di Tutamen'' family who had become awful harbingers of destruction called the Dry Patricians. Their awful threat was stopped by Imperial heroes, but the blight remained.		As if this were not bad enough, a [[Colourblind\|peculiar blight]] began to spread across the [[#Quiet Grasses\|Great Grasses]] in the north-east. The grasslands were quickly turned to ash and dust, and the desiccating [[Winter magic]] threatened to spill over into [[Kahraman]] and [[Segura]]. The cause of the spreading desert was discovered to be a generations-old conspiracy of the ''Aldea di Tutamen'' family who had become awful harbingers of destruction called the Dry Patricians. Their awful threat was stopped by Imperial heroes, but the blight remained.

	Then in Autumn 386YE, ritual magicians from every Freeborn [[tribe]] raised the wrath of the Scorrero river, causing it to [[Where the river rises\|break its banks]] in a cataclysmic expression of [[Spring magic#Ruin\|ruin]] and [[Spring magic#Chaos\|chaos]]. A cleansing tide swept across the Great Grasses, washing away the remnants of the blight. In the process, however, the magical floods also transformed the southern reaches of the territory, leaving three new regions ~~that, as the Winter Solstice 386YE approaches,~~ are still being carefully explored.		Then in Autumn 386YE, ritual magicians from every Freeborn [[tribe]] raised the wrath of the Scorrero river, causing it to [[Where the river rises\|break its banks]] in a cataclysmic expression of [[Spring magic#Ruin\|ruin]] and [[Spring magic#Chaos\|chaos]]. A cleansing tide swept across the Great Grasses, washing away the remnants of the blight. In the process, however, the magical floods also transformed the southern reaches of the territory, leaving three new regions whose mysteries are still being carefully explored as the Summer Solstice 388YE dawns.

	== Major Features ==		== Major Features ==

Rafferty: /* Atalaya */

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Atalaya

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	Atalaya is the oldest Freeborn settlement in the Brass Coast, but its prominence was eclipsed centuries ago by [[#Lightsea\|Quzar]]. Today, it is a place of pilgrimage for many Freeborn followers of [[the Way]] - there are a number of shrines and temples dedicated to [[Pride]] and [[Vigilance]] here. The [[Vizier_of_the_Incarnadine_Satchel#School of the Sanguine Bloom\|School of the Sanguine Bloom]], one of the most prestigious schools dedicated to herb-lore in the Brass Coast also stands here, founded long ago by Sameen i Riqueza, youngest daughter of [[Riqueza]] herself.		Atalaya is the oldest Freeborn settlement in the Brass Coast, but its prominence was eclipsed centuries ago by [[#Lightsea\|Quzar]]. Today, it is a place of pilgrimage for many Freeborn followers of [[the Way]] - there are a number of shrines and temples dedicated to [[Pride]] and [[Vigilance]] here. The [[Vizier_of_the_Incarnadine_Satchel#School of the Sanguine Bloom\|School of the Sanguine Bloom]], one of the most prestigious schools dedicated to herb-lore in the Brass Coast also stands here, founded long ago by Sameen i Riqueza, youngest daughter of [[Riqueza]] herself.

	With the rise of the [[Children of Wrecks]], the oldest settlement of the Freeborn ~~has been~~ lost to the nation. The museums ~~have been~~ looted, and the once beautiful town transformed into a den of pirates.		With the rise of the [[Children of Wrecks]], the oldest settlement of the Freeborn was lost to the nation. The museums were looted, and the once beautiful town transformed into a den of pirates. When the Iron Confederacy [[Phantasms_and_foam\|launched their invasion]] of Free Landing in Summer 388YE, they were supported by corsair ships. As part of the arrangement, these vessels were able to recover some of the relics and manuscripts still in Atalaya and transport them to the safety of Calvos and Quzar. Now under the dominion of the Suranni, the future of Atalaya remains uncertain.

	===Freeborn Flame Marina===		===Freeborn Flame Marina===

Rafferty: /* Free Landing */

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Free Landing

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	The sprawling islands that form the region of Free Landing are diverse and well-settled. The islands here were the first home of the Freeborn - the town of [[#Atalaya\|Atalaya]] marks the spot where the Brass Coast proper began. When the Grendel invaded Madruga in Winter 381YE, they looted many precious relics from the town of Atalaya and burnt the shipyard there to the ground. In the process, they destroyed the Freeborn [[navy\|navy]], the Freeborn Storm.		The sprawling islands that form the region of Free Landing are diverse and well-settled. The islands here were the first home of the Freeborn - the town of [[#Atalaya\|Atalaya]] marks the spot where the Brass Coast proper began. When the Grendel invaded Madruga in Winter 381YE, they looted many precious relics from the town of Atalaya and burnt the shipyard there to the ground. In the process, they destroyed the Freeborn [[navy\|navy]], the Freeborn Storm.

	The waters between the islands have a reputation for being treacherous and difficult for foreign captains; during the reign of [[Empress Aenea]] the Empire built a great lighthouse here called '''[[#The Shining Pillar (Destroyed)\|the Shining Pillar]]''', which was [[The_cry_of_gulls#The_Darkened_Beacon\|destroyed]] by forces loyal to the eternal [[Siakha]] during the Winter Solstice 385YE. In its place, a perpetual churning maelstrom ~~serves~~ as a way for servants of the eternal to enter the mortal world and ~~functions as an effective~~ [[fortification]] ~~defending~~ the Children of Wrecks.		The waters between the islands have a reputation for being treacherous and difficult for foreign captains; during the reign of [[Empress Aenea]] the Empire built a great lighthouse here called '''[[#The Shining Pillar (Destroyed)\|the Shining Pillar]]''', which was [[The_cry_of_gulls#The_Darkened_Beacon\|destroyed]] by forces loyal to the eternal [[Siakha]] during the Winter Solstice 385YE. In its place, a perpetual churning maelstrom appeared, serving as a way for servants of the eternal to enter the mortal world and providing [[fortification\|significant protection]] to the Wreckers' claim to the island. In Summer 388YE, [[Iron Confederacy]] forces [[Phantasms_and_foam\|assailed Free Landing]], destroying the Children of Wrecks and closing the Maw of Siakha. They did so with the aid of Freeborn corsairs, who took the opportunity to recover as many of the treasures of Atalaya lost to the Wreckers as possible.

	The waters around Free Landing have become treacherous due to the presence of dozens of immature kraken hatched in the waters by the Children of Wrecks. As a result, the region has gained the '''island''' quality, it cannot be attacked by armies unless each army is accompanied by a navy capable of conveying the soldiers across.{{Anchor\|Great Grasses}}		The waters around Free Landing have become treacherous due to the presence of dozens of immature kraken hatched in the waters by the Children of Wrecks. As a result, the region has gained the '''island''' quality, it cannot be attacked by armies unless each army is accompanied by a navy capable of conveying the soldiers across.{{Anchor\|Great Grasses}}

Rafferty: /* OOC Notes */

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OOC Notes

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	{{Senate Elections\|Senator_for_Madruga\|Territory=Madruga\|Season=Winter}}		{{Senate Elections\|Senator_for_Madruga\|Territory=Madruga\|Season=Winter}}
	==OOC Notes==		==OOC Notes==
	* As of the start of the Summer Solstice ~~387YE~~, the ~~Children of Wrecks control~~ Free Landing, the Brass Coast controls Calvos Sound, Lightsea, Torres, and Quiet Grasses. Crucible and Siroc Bayou are uncontrolled. Madruga is an Imperial territory.		* As of the start of the Summer Solstice 388YE, the Iron Confederacy controls Free Landing, the Brass Coast controls Calvos Sound, Lightsea, Torres, and Quiet Grasses. Crucible and Siroc Bayou are uncontrolled. Madruga is an Imperial territory.
	* The territory has regions with several odd qualities, most significantly the [[#Enigmatic\|enigmatic]] quality that affects commissions and ritual effects across the whole of Madruga. The '''[[Made_anew#Sing_of_Tides\|Made Anew]]''' wind of fortune contains more detail of the peculiar inhabitants of the southern marshes		* The territory has regions with several odd qualities, most significantly the [[#Enigmatic\|enigmatic]] quality that affects commissions and ritual effects across the whole of Madruga. The '''[[Made_anew#Sing_of_Tides\|Made Anew]]''' wind of fortune contains more detail of the peculiar inhabitants of the southern marshes
			<!--
	* The maelstrom that now occupies the site of the [[#The Shining Pillar (Destroyed)\|Shining Pillar]] serves as defensive wards controlled by [[Siakha]]. These wards provide 4,000 strength towards determining victory and inflicting casualties, but only if Free Landing is directly attacked. The wards do not suffer casualties - there are always more Siakhan heralds and monsters to contend with - and it is not possible to enchant them, nor support them with military units.		* The maelstrom that now occupies the site of the [[#The Shining Pillar (Destroyed)\|Shining Pillar]] serves as defensive wards controlled by [[Siakha]]. These wards provide 4,000 strength towards determining victory and inflicting casualties, but only if Free Landing is directly attacked. The wards do not suffer casualties - there are always more Siakhan heralds and monsters to contend with - and it is not possible to enchant them, nor support them with military units.
			-->

	==Lost and Ruined==		==Lost and Ruined==

Rafferty: /* Further Reading */

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Hailmur: Wrong region for a statue

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Wrong region for a statue

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	===Lightsea===		===Lightsea===
	* '''Quality:''' Coastal		* '''Quality:''' Coastal
	A well-settled region known for the friendliness of its [[The_Brass_Coast_economic_interests#Paradors\|paradors]]. The largest settlement here is '''Quzar''', a bustling port town of white towers and stained glass that is sometimes described as the soul of the Brass Coast. Many of the coastal settlements here were plundered by the Grendel during their incursion toward the end of 381YE. Quzar in particular was hard hit by the orc raiders, with some damage to the town and significant damage to the wealth of the citizens. A year later toward the end of 382YE potent magic [[The_mystic,_the_willful#Miracles_in_Lightsea\|restored the town]], wiping away any sign the Grendel were ever there.		A well-settled region known for the friendliness of its [[The_Brass_Coast_economic_interests#Paradors\|paradors]]. The largest settlement here is '''Quzar''', a bustling port town of white towers and stained glass that is sometimes described as the soul of the Brass Coast. Many of the coastal settlements here were plundered by the Grendel during their incursion toward the end of 381YE. Quzar in particular was hard hit by the orc raiders, with some damage to the town and significant damage to the wealth of the citizens. A year later, toward the end of 382YE, potent magic [[The_mystic,_the_willful#Miracles_in_Lightsea\|restored the town]], wiping away any sign the Grendel were ever there.

			Standing at the boundary of the town is a shining white granite statue of '''Umbar i Elba Stardo i Guerra''', bedecked in a gleaming crown and bearing his open chest. Its plaque reads: "''Umbar visited Bastion and exemplified Pride in all things. 388 Year of the Empire''"

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	There is an odd silence to the Grasses now. The grasses seem to eat sounds, causing the cries of circling hawks to fall flat, and even the blaring of horns sounds tinny and can be heard over comparatively short distances. Even the wind whispers as it flows across the plains. Some scouts tagged the place as the "Quiet Grasses," and while the name may have begun as a wry commentary, it has quickly spread. Magicians say that this silence is partly due to a lingering touch of Winter magic - not the harsher resonances of [[Winter_magic#Death\|death]] or [[Winter_magic#Survival\|survival]] but something less tangible - a sense of sadness, loss, or perhaps the [[Winter_magic#Wisdom\|wisdom]] that comes from an awareness of [[Winter magic#Ending\|ending]], tinged with the wistfulness for the [[Winter_magic#Preservation\|way things were before]].		There is an odd silence to the Grasses now. The grasses seem to eat sounds, causing the cries of circling hawks to fall flat, and even the blaring of horns sounds tinny and can be heard over comparatively short distances. Even the wind whispers as it flows across the plains. Some scouts tagged the place as the "Quiet Grasses," and while the name may have begun as a wry commentary, it has quickly spread. Magicians say that this silence is partly due to a lingering touch of Winter magic - not the harsher resonances of [[Winter_magic#Death\|death]] or [[Winter_magic#Survival\|survival]] but something less tangible - a sense of sadness, loss, or perhaps the [[Winter_magic#Wisdom\|wisdom]] that comes from an awareness of [[Winter magic#Ending\|ending]], tinged with the wistfulness for the [[Winter_magic#Preservation\|way things were before]].

	Standing amongst the grasses is a shining white granite statue of '''Umbar i Elba Stardo i Guerra''', bedecked in a gleaming crown and bearing his open chest. Its plaque reads: "''Umbar visited Bastion and exemplified Pride in all things. 388 Year of the Empire''"
	{{Anchor\|Siroc Plains}}		{{Anchor\|Siroc Plains}}

	===Siroc Bayou===		===Siroc Bayou===
	* '''Qualities:''' Marsh, Coastal, Ruins, Wild, Underpopulated, Enigmatic		* '''Qualities:''' Marsh, Coastal, Ruins, Wild, Underpopulated, Enigmatic

GuiltyConscience: /* Quzar */

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Quzar

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	The bustling town of Calvos lies on the shores of [[#Calvos Sound\|Calvos Sound]]. The slopes outside the town are rich with grapes, and the fine wines produced here travel all over the Empire. Even the sommeliers of the [[The League\|League]] pay well for a Calvos vintage. The [[Paragons and Exemplars\|exemplar]] [[Zemress\|Zemress i Ezmara i Erigo]] was born here towards the end of the second century YE, and her ship ''The Kraken's Bane'' is housed at a special dry dock here. The ship is a destination for many pilgrims of [[Prosperity]] from as far afield as the [[Sumaah Republic]], as was the nearby [[Zemress#The_Seminary_of_Zemress\|Seminary]] before it was destroyed in a [[Below_the_thunders#In_Roaring,_Rise\|cataclysmic storm]]. Near the seminary ruins stands the [[Hand of Guerra#House of Guerra\|House of Guerra]], a place dedicated to supporting refugees to the Empire, especially those who seek a new family among the Freeborn, and the [[#Zemress Naval Academy\|Zemress Naval Academy]] (also known as the School of Blood and Brass) where the Freeborn study maritime warfare and the construction of warships.		The bustling town of Calvos lies on the shores of [[#Calvos Sound\|Calvos Sound]]. The slopes outside the town are rich with grapes, and the fine wines produced here travel all over the Empire. Even the sommeliers of the [[The League\|League]] pay well for a Calvos vintage. The [[Paragons and Exemplars\|exemplar]] [[Zemress\|Zemress i Ezmara i Erigo]] was born here towards the end of the second century YE, and her ship ''The Kraken's Bane'' is housed at a special dry dock here. The ship is a destination for many pilgrims of [[Prosperity]] from as far afield as the [[Sumaah Republic]], as was the nearby [[Zemress#The_Seminary_of_Zemress\|Seminary]] before it was destroyed in a [[Below_the_thunders#In_Roaring,_Rise\|cataclysmic storm]]. Near the seminary ruins stands the [[Hand of Guerra#House of Guerra\|House of Guerra]], a place dedicated to supporting refugees to the Empire, especially those who seek a new family among the Freeborn, and the [[#Zemress Naval Academy\|Zemress Naval Academy]] (also known as the School of Blood and Brass) where the Freeborn study maritime warfare and the construction of warships.
	===Quzar===		===Quzar===
	This bustling port town of white towers and stained glass is sometimes described as the soul of the Brass Coast and is one of the oldest permanent settlements in the nation.The Towers of Quzar are known as a gathering place for [[hakima]] from all across the nation - an annual "council" meets here every midsummer to share knowledge and gossip. Since the completion of the [[Hakima_of_Salt_and_Sand#Parador_of_Salt_and_Sand\|Parador of Salt and Sand]], a large community of hakima, including a significant number of refugees from Feroz, have taken up permanent residence here. The town is now best known for its community of magicians, especially those versed in [[Autumn magic]].		This bustling port town of white towers and stained glass is sometimes described as the soul of the Brass Coast and is one of the oldest permanent settlements in the nation. The Towers of Quzar are known as a gathering place for [[hakima]] from all across the nation - an annual "council" meets here every midsummer to share knowledge and gossip. Since the completion of the [[Hakima_of_Salt_and_Sand#Parador_of_Salt_and_Sand\|Parador of Salt and Sand]], a large community of hakima, including a significant number of refugees from Feroz, have taken up permanent residence here. The town is now best known for its community of magicians, especially those versed in [[Autumn magic]].

	Like many of the coastal settlements in [[#Lightsea\|Lightsea]], Quzar was plundered by the Grendel during their incursion toward the end of 381YE. The town was particularly hard hit by the orc raiders, with some damage to the buildings and significant damage to the wealth of the citizens. The town was also hard hit by the Children of Wrecks, especially during their 386YE [[Below the thunders\|attacks]] against the Brass Coast. Flooding became a regular threat, especially given the awful weather that accompanied the followers of [[Siakha]], and today many of the coastal buildings in Quzar have built-in flood defences of one kind or another.		Like many of the coastal settlements in [[#Lightsea\|Lightsea]], Quzar was plundered by the Grendel during their incursion toward the end of 381YE. The town was particularly hard hit by the orc raiders, with some damage to the buildings and significant damage to the wealth of the citizens. The town was also hard hit by the Children of Wrecks, especially during their 386YE [[Below the thunders\|attacks]] against the Brass Coast. Flooding became a regular threat, especially given the awful weather that accompanied the followers of [[Siakha]], and today many of the coastal buildings in Quzar have built-in flood defences of one kind or another.

Rafferty: /* Quzar */

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Quzar

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	The bustling town of Calvos lies on the shores of [[#Calvos Sound\|Calvos Sound]]. The slopes outside the town are rich with grapes, and the fine wines produced here travel all over the Empire. Even the sommeliers of the [[The League\|League]] pay well for a Calvos vintage. The [[Paragons and Exemplars\|exemplar]] [[Zemress\|Zemress i Ezmara i Erigo]] was born here towards the end of the second century YE, and her ship ''The Kraken's Bane'' is housed at a special dry dock here. The ship is a destination for many pilgrims of [[Prosperity]] from as far afield as the [[Sumaah Republic]], as was the nearby [[Zemress#The_Seminary_of_Zemress\|Seminary]] before it was destroyed in a [[Below_the_thunders#In_Roaring,_Rise\|cataclysmic storm]]. Near the seminary ruins stands the [[Hand of Guerra#House of Guerra\|House of Guerra]], a place dedicated to supporting refugees to the Empire, especially those who seek a new family among the Freeborn, and the [[#Zemress Naval Academy\|Zemress Naval Academy]] (also known as the School of Blood and Brass) where the Freeborn study maritime warfare and the construction of warships.		The bustling town of Calvos lies on the shores of [[#Calvos Sound\|Calvos Sound]]. The slopes outside the town are rich with grapes, and the fine wines produced here travel all over the Empire. Even the sommeliers of the [[The League\|League]] pay well for a Calvos vintage. The [[Paragons and Exemplars\|exemplar]] [[Zemress\|Zemress i Ezmara i Erigo]] was born here towards the end of the second century YE, and her ship ''The Kraken's Bane'' is housed at a special dry dock here. The ship is a destination for many pilgrims of [[Prosperity]] from as far afield as the [[Sumaah Republic]], as was the nearby [[Zemress#The_Seminary_of_Zemress\|Seminary]] before it was destroyed in a [[Below_the_thunders#In_Roaring,_Rise\|cataclysmic storm]]. Near the seminary ruins stands the [[Hand of Guerra#House of Guerra\|House of Guerra]], a place dedicated to supporting refugees to the Empire, especially those who seek a new family among the Freeborn, and the [[#Zemress Naval Academy\|Zemress Naval Academy]] (also known as the School of Blood and Brass) where the Freeborn study maritime warfare and the construction of warships.
	===Quzar===		===Quzar===
	The Towers of Quzar are known as a gathering place for [[hakima]] from all across the nation - an annual "council" meets here every midsummer to share knowledge and gossip. Since the completion of the [[Hakima_of_Salt_and_Sand#Parador_of_Salt_and_Sand\|Parador of Salt and Sand]], a large community of hakima, including a significant number of refugees from Feroz, have taken up permanent residence here. The town is now best known for its community of magicians, especially those versed in [[Autumn magic]].		This bustling port town of white towers and stained glass is sometimes described as the soul of the Brass Coast and is one of the oldest permanent settlements in the nation.The Towers of Quzar are known as a gathering place for [[hakima]] from all across the nation - an annual "council" meets here every midsummer to share knowledge and gossip. Since the completion of the [[Hakima_of_Salt_and_Sand#Parador_of_Salt_and_Sand\|Parador of Salt and Sand]], a large community of hakima, including a significant number of refugees from Feroz, have taken up permanent residence here. The town is now best known for its community of magicians, especially those versed in [[Autumn magic]].

			Like many of the coastal settlements in [[#Lightsea\|Lightsea]], Quzar was plundered by the Grendel during their incursion toward the end of 381YE. The town was particularly hard hit by the orc raiders, with some damage to the buildings and significant damage to the wealth of the citizens. The town was also hard hit by the Children of Wrecks, especially during their 386YE [[Below the thunders\|attacks]] against the Brass Coast. Flooding became a regular threat, especially given the awful weather that accompanied the followers of [[Siakha]], and today many of the coastal buildings in Quzar have built-in flood defences of one kind or another.

	===Zemress Naval Academy===		===Zemress Naval Academy===

Rafferty: /* Lightsea */

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Lightsea

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	===Lightsea===		===Lightsea===
	* '''Quality:''' Coastal		* '''Quality:''' Coastal
	A well-settled region known for the friendliness of its [[The_Brass_Coast_economic_interests#Paradors\|paradors]]. The largest settlement here is '''Quzar''', a bustling port town of white towers and stained glass that is sometimes described as the soul of the Brass Coast. ~~Like Quzar, many~~ of the coastal settlements here were plundered by the Grendel during their incursion toward the end of 381YE. Quzar in particular was hard hit by the orc raiders, with some damage to the town and significant damage to the wealth of the citizens. A year later toward the end of 382YE potent magic [[The_mystic,_the_willful#Miracles_in_Lightsea\|restored the town]], wiping away any sign the Grendel were ever there.		A well-settled region known for the friendliness of its [[The_Brass_Coast_economic_interests#Paradors\|paradors]]. The largest settlement here is '''Quzar''', a bustling port town of white towers and stained glass that is sometimes described as the soul of the Brass Coast. Many of the coastal settlements here were plundered by the Grendel during their incursion toward the end of 381YE. Quzar in particular was hard hit by the orc raiders, with some damage to the town and significant damage to the wealth of the citizens. A year later toward the end of 382YE potent magic [[The_mystic,_the_willful#Miracles_in_Lightsea\|restored the town]], wiping away any sign the Grendel were ever there.

	===Torres===		===Torres===

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	The sprawling islands that form the region of Free Landing are diverse and well-settled. The islands here were the first home of the Freeborn - the town of [[#Atalaya\|Atalaya]] marks the spot where the Brass Coast proper began. When the Grendel invaded Madruga in Winter 381YE, they looted many precious relics from the town of Atalaya and burnt the shipyard there to the ground. In the process, they destroyed the Freeborn [[navy\|navy]], the Freeborn Storm.		The sprawling islands that form the region of Free Landing are diverse and well-settled. The islands here were the first home of the Freeborn - the town of [[#Atalaya\|Atalaya]] marks the spot where the Brass Coast proper began. When the Grendel invaded Madruga in Winter 381YE, they looted many precious relics from the town of Atalaya and burnt the shipyard there to the ground. In the process, they destroyed the Freeborn [[navy\|navy]], the Freeborn Storm.

	The waters between the islands have a reputation for being treacherous and difficult for foreign captains; during the reign of [[Empress Aenea]] the Empire built a great lighthouse here called '''[[#The Shining Pillar (Destroyed)\|the Shining Pillar]]''', which was [[The_cry_of_gulls#The_Darkened_Beacon\|destroyed]] by forces loyal to the eternal [[Siakha]] during the Winter Solstice 385YE. In its place, a perpetual churning maelstrom ~~serves~~ as a way for servants of the eternal to enter the mortal world and ~~functions as an effective~~ [[fortification]] ~~defending~~ the Children of Wrecks.		The waters between the islands have a reputation for being treacherous and difficult for foreign captains; during the reign of [[Empress Aenea]] the Empire built a great lighthouse here called '''[[#The Shining Pillar (Destroyed)\|the Shining Pillar]]''', which was [[The_cry_of_gulls#The_Darkened_Beacon\|destroyed]] by forces loyal to the eternal [[Siakha]] during the Winter Solstice 385YE. In its place, a perpetual churning maelstrom appeared, serving as a way for servants of the eternal to enter the mortal world and providing [[fortification\|significant protection]] to the Wreckers' claim to the island. In Summer 388YE, [[Iron Confederacy]] forces [[Phantasms_and_foam\|assailed Free Landing]], destroying the Children of Wrecks and closing the Maw of Siakha. They did so with the aid of Freeborn corsairs, who took the opportunity to recover as many of the treasures of Atalaya lost to the Wreckers as possible.

	The waters around Free Landing have become treacherous due to the presence of dozens of immature kraken hatched in the waters by the Children of Wrecks. As a result, the region has gained the '''island''' quality, it cannot be attacked by armies unless each army is accompanied by a navy capable of conveying the soldiers across.{{Anchor\|Great Grasses}}		The waters around Free Landing have become treacherous due to the presence of dozens of immature kraken hatched in the waters by the Children of Wrecks. As a result, the region has gained the '''island''' quality, it cannot be attacked by armies unless each army is accompanied by a navy capable of conveying the soldiers across.{{Anchor\|Great Grasses}}

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	==Further Reading==		==Further Reading==
			* [[Made anew]] - 386YE Winter wind of fortune concerning the changes to Madruga in the wake of the river rising
			* [[Where the river rises]] - 386YE Autumn wind of fortune detailing the rising of the Scorrero