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{{City_infobox
|cityname=Mhaldor
|image=https://wiki.achaea.com/mediawiki/images/4/46/Mhaldor-map.png
|leader=Nocroth dis Serenath
|cityname=Mhaldor
|patron=[[Shaitan]] and [[Apollyon]] (The two Gods rotate patronship of the city)
|leader=Axios Aristata
|founder=Members of the old [[Infernals (Guild)|Infernals Guild]] and other followers of Lord [[Sartan]]
|patron=[[Sartan]], the Malevolent
|tutor=[[Maric]]
|founder=Members of the old [[Infernals (Guild)|Infernals Guild]] and other followers of Lord [[Sartan]]
|guardian=[[Mhaldorus]]
|tutor=[[Maric]]
|allies=[[Blackrock]]
|guardian=[[Mhaldorus]]
|enemies=[[Shallam]], [[Eleusis]], and [[Moghedu]]
|allies=[[Blackrock]], [[Enverren Marsh|Enverren]]
|documents=The [[Apocrypha]] and the [[evil|Seven Truths]]
|enemies=[[Eleusis]], [[Targossas]], [[Hashan]], [[Ashtan]], [[Moghedu]], [[Elemental Plane of Water]]
|arms=Gules, an escarbuncle Or within a bordure of the second}}
|documents=The [[evil|Seven Truths]] and the Catechisms
|arms=Gules, an escarbuncle Or within a bordure of the second
}}
 
In the year 301 AF, shortly after the [[Shrine Wars]] that plagued [[Sapience]], a mysterious stalagmite appeared within the mountain [[:Category:Islands|island]] where [[Sartan|Sartan, Lord of Evil]] was trapped. In their despair, followers of the imprisoned God began to impale themselves upon the rock formation and their sacrifices fed the spread of a plant-killing [[red fog]]. The miasma of evil that was the fog seemed to grow with each death and soon spread off the island. Despite the efforts of [[Oakstone]], the [[Church]], and other individuals to stave off the fog, it continued to spread and even take on a life of its own. In desperation to be rid of the fog, [[Gaia|Gaia, the Earthmother]], caused a tremendous quake to try and sink the island. The effect was the opposite, however; and not only did the fog spread faster, but the bonds of Sartan were finally broken and He escaped. Upon His release, He dubbed Himself Sartan, the Malevolent, and raised a stronghold known as [[Baelgrim Fortress]] for His faithful. The city of Mhaldor was founded by a [[Maldaathi]] [[knights|knight]] named Kaelin.
In the year 301 AF, shortly after the [[Shrine Wars]] that plagued [[Sapience]], a mysterious stalagmite appeared within the mountain [[:Category:Islands|island]] where [[Sartan|Sartan, Lord of Evil]] was trapped. In their despair, followers of the imprisoned God began to impale themselves upon the rock formation and their sacrifices fed the spread of a plant-killing [[red fog]]. The miasma of evil that was the fog seemed to grow with each death and soon spread off the island. Despite the efforts of [[Oakstone]], the [[Church]], and other individuals to stave off the fog, it continued to spread and even take on a life of its own. In desperation to be rid of the fog, [[Gaia|Gaia, the Earthmother]], caused a tremendous quake to try and sink the island. The effect was the opposite, however; and not only did the fog spread faster, but the bonds of Sartan were finally broken and He escaped. Upon His release, He dubbed Himself Sartan, the Malevolent, and raised a stronghold known as [[Baelgrim Fortress]] for His faithful. The city of Mhaldor was founded by a [[Maldaathi]] [[knights|knight]] named Kaelin.


In 396 AF, Lord Sartan bid the Lady [[Keresis]] to help split Himself asunder using a mighty stalagmite. It was at this time that He was divided into the two Divine from which He had been formed, Lord [[Shaitan]] and Lord [[Apollyon]]. The city is now jointly ruled by these two Divine, with the city patronage being decided during the [[Sarapin Sacrifice]].
In 396 AF, Lord Sartan bid the Lady [[Keresis]] to help split Himself asunder using a mighty stalagmite. It was at this time that He was divided into the two Divine from which He had been formed, Lord [[Shaitan]] and Lord [[Apollyon]]. Until the events of the [[Bal'met]] Saga, the city was jointly ruled by the two Divine, with the occasional help of Keresis, and city patronage was decided during the annual [[Sarapin Sacrifice]].


The city of Mhaldor is located on the [[Mhaldor Isle|island]] just off the Northern [[Vashnar_Mountains|Vashnars]], connected by a massive bridge formed from the carcass of the [[Leviathan]]. It is home to the [[:category:houses|Houses]] of [[The Ebon Fist]], [[The Blood Congregation]], [[The Naga]], and the the [[Maldaathi]]. It is a city dedicated to Evil and the propagation of the [[Evil|Seven Truths of Evil]]. Its architecture is that of two overlapping circles around [[Baelgrim Fortress]].  
The city of Mhaldor is located on the [[Mhaldor Isle|island]] surrounded by blood-red waters, just off the Northern [[Vashnar_Mountains|Vashnars]], connected by a massive [[Gruu'n Chasm Bridge|bridge]] formed from the carcass of the [[Leviathan]]. It is home to the [[:category:houses|Houses]] of the [[Insidium]] and [[Dread Legates]]. It is a city dedicated to Evil and the propagation of the [[Evil|Seven Truths of Evil]]. Its architecture is that of two overlapping circles around [[Baelgrim Fortress]].  


==Laws==
==Laws and Policies==
[[Mhaldorian Law|Mhaldor’s laws]] may be read from an obsidian slab at the gates of the city.  
[[Mhaldorian Law|Mhaldor’s laws]] may be read from an obsidian slab at the gates of the city.  


==Political History==
==Government and Political History==
===Tyranni===
===City Ranks===
:313 AF - First Tyrannus: Hwolf Defaron.
#Slave
:333 AF - Mistral Valiarde replaced Hwolf as Tyrannus.
#Troni
:334 AF - Yig Dracrotalus replaced Mistral as Tyrannus, Mistral stepped down.
#Dynamis
:336 AF - Watchman Dracrotalus replaced Yig as Tyrannus.
#Dominion
:346 AF - Khoraji replaced Watchman as Tyrannus.
#Archai
:347 AF - Kaelin replaced Khoraji as Tyrannus.
#Exsusiai
:363 AF - Watchman Dracrotalus replaced Kaelin as Tyrannus.
 
:370 AF - Khoraji replaced Watchman as Tyrannus.
===City Patrons===
:396 AF - Wulfen replaced Khoraji as Tyrannus.
:301 AF - Lord Sartan became the first Patron of Mhaldor
:434 AF - Dethea de Soulis replaced Wulfen as Tyrannus.
:396 AF - Lord Shaitan and Lord Apollyon replace Lord Sartan, and jointly Patron the city of Mhaldor.
:449 AF - Rameus de Soulis replaced Dethea as Tyrannus.
:594 AF - Lady Keresis began patronage of Mhaldor.
:453 AF - Wulfen replaced Rameus as Tyrannus.
:611 AF - Lord Sartan regains patronage.
:468 AF - Dethea de Soulis replaced Wulfen as Tyrannus.
 
:476 AF - Ranzou Weltsdown-Vallah replaced Dethea as Tyrannus, Dethea stepped down.
===City Leaders (Tyranni)===
: ? AF - Icaru Vastel replaced Ranzou as Tyrannus.
:313 AF - Hwolf Defaron
:488 AF - Nocroth dis Serenath replaced Icaru as Tyrannus.
:333 AF - Mistral
:334 AF - Yig Dracrotalus
:336 AF - Watchman Dracrotalus
:346 AF - Khoraji Aristata
:347 AF - Kaelin Aristata
:363 AF - Watchman Dracrotalus
:370 AF - Khoraji Aristata
:396 AF - Wulfen
:434 AF - Dethea de Soulis
:449 AF - Rameus de Soulis
:453 AF - Wulfen
:468 AF - Dethea de Soulis
:476 AF - Ranzou Weltsdown-Vallah
:481 AF - Icaru Vastel
:488 AF - Nocroth dis Serenath
:501 AF - Kaevan Lichlord
:522 AF - Nulaye Vastel
:534 AF - Herenicus Coldraven
:542 AF - Sabiru
:564 AF - Carmain Nithilar
:572 AF - Icaru Vastel
:579 AF - Sabiru
:594 AF - Kaevan Lichlord
:608 AF - Xenomorph
:628 AF - Ruth I'llur
:680 AF - Xinna Dracrotalus
:703 AF - Taraus Bravi'os-Dracrotalus
:722 AF - Proficy Ikari
:753 AF - Cooper Ikari
:774 AF - Alrena Lichlord
:791 AF - Ysela Nithilar
:830 AF - Stheno Aristata
:853 AF - Taryius Lichlord
:866 AF - Proficy Ikari
:870 AF - Entaro Nithilar
:896 AF - Proficy Ikari
:910 AF - Ilsefi Stormsong *
:926 AF - Axios Aristata *
 
* Not Sartai when appointed Tyrannus.
 
==Landmarks==
Directly past the gates of Mhaldor, the Stygian Crossroads can be found, a popular gathering point for citizens and slaves alike. Upwards from the Crossroads you can find the [[Baelgrim Fortress]], a statue of Lord Kaelin stands in the Central Courtyard of the dread fortress, and the tunnels that hold [[Heart of Caizehl|The Heart of Caizehl]] lie just below. Along the Avenue of Trapped Souls is an eerie looking tree, it is here that aspiring Mhaldorians kneel and swear their oath of loyalty. Don’t stand too close for the tree is blood-thirsty, and has been known to make attempts at grabbing people. North and East of that is the [[Mhaldorian Cathedral]],  occasionally referred to as the [[Mhaldorian Cathedral| Black Basilica]]. Erected in 433 AF, this monumental building stands as an antipode to the [[Chrysalis Basilica]] which once stood in [[Shallam]]. Every Sarapin, a sacrifice to the [[Sartan|Lord of Evil]] is conducted within the centre of the [[Mhaldorian Cathedral|Cathedral]].
 
Further north at Pestilent Way stands a statue depicting the splitting of Sartan into the gods [[Shaitan]] and [[Apollyon]]. Also present is a pyramid of skulls, a gruesome collection of the heads of Mhaldor’s enemies over the years that assails the cities skyline. Touching it will reveal the exact number.


==Shopping==
Should you enter the lower circle of the city, a trip to the markets will bring you across [[Gack]], the slaver, as well as many shops selling a range of wares. North from the slave markets is the cruel Chamber of Eyes, host to many torturous devices including the Wheel of Agony and Pillaries.  
Shops are located all over Mhaldor, but the main shops are located in the market district in the lower circle of the city. Rurin’s business has not reached this island and necessities such as inks and even sigils are sold in shops owned by [[Drogo]], the travelling merchant. The quality and durability of said items, however, leave much to be desired. Mhaldor once had a jewellery store in the market district known as Vanity, once run by the seductive [[Emalaith]], it is now open for ownership by adventurers instead. Those with an interest in unique stationery might wish to track down [[Drobund]] and have a look at his wares. Because of Mhaldor’s high population of thieves, one might find rare or unique guild items within certain shops, either on display or for sale. With some luck, if one was robbed, one might actually be able to buy it back here.


==Dining==
Continuing along to the west side of the lower circle you'll find the Red Square, perhaps the most iconic of Mhaldorian landmarks, this is where [[Theoren]], the executioner, punishes citizens who have broken Mhaldorian law or shown disrespect to their superiors.  
Mhaldor proves itself to be a unique and challenging experience for diners providing exotic but somewhat grisly fare at the [[Worm and Grub]]. Those looking for an after-meal drink should visit the [[Gilded Corset]], the perfect place to unwind and sample hard Mhaldorian liquor.  


==Recreation==
Beware the adventurer who chooses to risk the sewers of Mhaldor. Frost daemons and other oddities crawl around the depths. You may also stumble across [[Bertram]], the sewer worker, who could be possibly be the foulest man in Sapience.
At first glance, Mhaldor might not seem to be a place of much recreation, but a visit to Madame [[Lucretia]] and her girls at the [[Bathory Chalet]] changes the minds of most. For those less inclined to carnal pleasures, there is the arena. The [[Colloseum Diabolus]] is one of the more unique [[arenas]] in Sapience with segmented areas joined by a single warp. Those less physically inclined might simply wish to settle down for a round of [[gambling|roulette]] with [[Jemima]] or [[gambling|blackjack]] with [[Danzig]], or even a game of [[King's Chess|chess]] at the Incubi Archives.


==Facilities==
Lastly is the city subdivision, [[Acheron]], where a number of citizens own private residences.
All facilities in Mhaldor are located on the first level of the city. The Succubi Letters, Mhaldor’s post office, is located on the east side of the city along Nefarious way. It has a rather unique but cranky postal service. [[Virea]], a bowmistress, tends the city's archery needs.


The Incubi Archives are located on the west side of the city along Abomination road. Here, visitors may catch up on [[news]].
==Inhabitants==
Other denizens visitors may encounter while exploring Mhaldor:
*[[Aznahz]] the Haruspex
*[[Boarath]], the smith
*[[Fritz]] Brunel
*[[Inchzlit]], a mad gremlin
*[[Jirken]]
*Majordomo [[Iaeum]]


Pestilent way at the northern point of the city is where [[Maric]], the ratman and tutor of the city, resides, as well as the local bank, called The Vault, directly south of him.  
==Facilities==
All facilities in Mhaldor are located on the first level of the city, with the exception of the stable, which is located within the Holy Fortress. The Succubi Letters, Mhaldor’s [[post office]], is located on the east side of the city along Nefarious way. It has a rather unique but cranky postal service helmed by the demoness [[Eimeri]]. [[Virea]], a bowmistress, tends the city's archery needs from within the [[Baelgrim Fortress]].


A point to note are the schools of piranha that are located all over the city in deep pools. They serve as [[humgii|humgiis]] in the city along with an actual, snarling one who sits with Maric.
The Incubi Archives are located on the west side of the city along Abomination road. Here, visitors may catch up on [[news]]. Pestilent Way at the northern point of the city is where [[Maric]], the ratman and tutor of the city, resides, as well as the local [[bank]], called The Vault, directly south of him.  


==Landmarks==
A point to note are the schools of piranha that are located all over the city in deep pools. They serve as [[humgii]]s in the city along with an actual, snarling one who sits with Maric.
The [[Fissure]] as well as a statue of Lord Kaelin is located at Central Courtyard in [[Baelgrim Fortress]].


Along the Avenue of Trapped Souls is an eerie looking tree. It is at this tree that aspiring Mhaldorians kneel and swear their oath of loyalty. Don’t stand too close for the tree is blood-thirsty, and has been known to make attempts at grabbing people.
==Shopping==
Shops are located all over Mhaldor, but the main shops are located in the market district in the lower circle of the city. Rurin’s business has not reached this island and necessities such as inks and even sigils are sold in shops owned by [[Drogo]], the travelling merchant. The quality and durability of said items, however, leave much to be desired. Mhaldor once had a jewellery store in the market district known as Vanity, once run by the seductive [[Emalaith]], it is now open for ownership by adventurers instead. Those with an interest in unique stationery might wish to track down [[Eimeri]] and have a look at her wares. Because of Mhaldor’s high population of thieves, one might find rare or unique guild items within certain shops, either on display or for sale. With some luck, if one was robbed, one might actually be able to buy it back here.


North and East of that is the [[Mhaldorian Cathedral]]. Erected in 433 AF, the monumental building stands as an antipode to the [[Chrysalis Basilica]] in [[Shallam]].  
==Dining and Recreation==
Mhaldor proves itself to be a unique and challenging experience for diners providing exotic but somewhat grisly fare in the taproom of the [[Worm and Grub]]. Those looking for a more exquisite restaurant experience should visit the tavern's lowest floor, where the Baelgrim Bistro offers a more refined dining experience to the paying adventurer, and Den of Iniquity offers inebriating refreshments.


Further north at Pestilent way stands a statue depicting the splitting of Sartan into the gods [[Shaitan]] and [[Apollyon]]. Also present is a pyramid of skulls, a gruesome collection of the heads of Mhaldor’s enemies over the years. Touching it will reveal the exact number. [[Groukar]] the orc has also constructed his pillory here.  
For those less food-inclined, there is the arena. The [[Colloseum Diabolus]] is one of the more unique [[arenas]] in Sapience with segmented areas joined by a single warp. Those less physically inclined might simply wish to settle down for a round of [[gambling|roulette]] with [[Ardak]] or [[gambling|blackjack]] with [[Lugbrad]], or even a game of [[King's Chess|chess]] or darts while enjoying [[Mhaldor drinks|drinks]] in the common room of the [[Worm and Grub]].


A trip to the markets will bring you across [[Gack]], the slaver, as well as many shops selling a range of wares.  
==Mhaldorian Families==
The families of Mhaldor are steeped in history. Mhaldorian-specific bloodlines and family houses have existed almost since the founding of the city itself.


Beware the adventurer who chooses to risk the sewers of Mhaldor. Frost beasts  and other oddities crawl around the depths. You may also stumble across [[Bertram]], the sewer worker, who could be possibly be the foulest man on Sapience.
Mhaldorian family names describe an aspect of the living culture that has breathed life into the city's streets.


Sartan’s public temple is located on the lower level of the city. Every Sarapin, a sacrifice to the Lords of Oppression and Suffering is conducted in the highest chamber. Hidden in this temple is a secret room where a mysterious book will read selected sections of Mhaldorian history to those who hold it.
The roster of prominent Mhaldorian families, past and present, is found below.
         
  Lichlord (active)
    founded 314 AF
  Dracrotalus (active)
    founded 323 AF
  Aristata (active)
    founded 325 AF
  Nithilar (active)
    founded 622 AF
  Defaron (defunct)
    founded around 314 AF
  Drakor (defunct)
    founded around 348 AF
  Vallah (defunct)
      founded before 356 AF
  Savril (defunct)
      founded 622 AF
  I'llur (defunct)
      founded 630 AF


Near the public temple to Lord Sartan resides the Red Square. This is where [[Theoren]], the executioner, punishes citizens who have broken Mhaldorian law or shown disrespect to their superiors.  
==Famous Faces==
Information to go here.


Lastly is the city subdivision, [[Acheron]], where a number of citizens own private residences.
'''''Roads:''' Abomination Road, Abyssal Avenue, Avenue of Trapped Souls, Circle of Damnation, Circle of Pain, Junction of Perdition, Malevolence Street, Mhaldor Road, Nefarious Way, Pestilent Way, Purgatory Road, Streets of Sin, Stygian Crossroads.''


==Notable Residents==
'''''Shopping Districts:''' Off Circle of Pain, Market District.''
Other denizens visitors may encounter while exploring Mhaldor:
*[[Aznahz]] the Haruspex
*[[Boarath]], the smith
*[[Fritz]] Brunel
*[[Jirken]]
*the peasants [[Norbert]] and [[Wilbur]]


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