Cyrene

Cyrene, Heart of the Vashnars, was first established within the Southern Vashnars before the time of Nicator and Seleucar, but after the founding of Ashtan and Shallam. It was founded by refugees from the Ashtan-Shallam wars, seeking a place of peace. These early citizens kept the location of their sanctuary secret to keep themselves free from the troubles of the outside world.

Cyrene was discovered by the outside world in the year 288 AF when the blue dragon Ainghaeal terrorised the city, and Cyrene's remaining citizens had called out to the world for help. Revelation Azon was the first to discover the path to the city, and soon the dragon was slain by Janduin with the assistance of many brave adventurers. The last words Ainghaeal was reported to have said were, "There's nothing better than chomping a Senator."

This devastation made way for the Cyrene of today. Czanthria Zuiho_sho was called upon to become the first adventurer Imperiate of Cyrene, to lead the city into a new era. At this time Cyrene was refounded under the principles of respect and tolerance, while still revering peace and remembering the traditions of their predecessors.

At the time of the refounding of Cyrene, Czanthria also founded the Runewardens Guild. Three other guilds have since joined them in making Cyrene their home. The humble monks of the Mojushai, the fiercely loyal magi of the Arcanists, and the artists and performers of the Bards. The Runewardens guild has since converted to a House as the Wardens of the Cerulean Spire, the Mojushai converted to a House while keeping their name unchanged, and the Bards became the House Ty Beirdd

Laws

The Twelve Tables of Cyrene, a copy of which can be found at the gates of Cyrene for all to read, are the basis for Cyrenian law. A journal of Cyrene Policy and Law lies at The Cyrene Gates, including more detailed policies adopted by the Cyrene Senate.

Political History

City Patrons

288 AF - Lord Caspian becomes first Patron of Cyrene

317 AF - Lord Phaestus replaces Lord Caspian.

324 AF - Lord Prospero replaces Lord Phaestus.

362 AF - Lord Scarlatti replaces Lord Prospero.

371 AF - Lord Prospero replaces Lord Scarlatti.

Imperiates

288 AF - First Imperiate: Czanthria

314 AF - Faunus replaced Czanthria as Imperiate, Czanthria stepped down.

328 AF - Morkael replaced Faunus as Imperiate.

335 AF - Cree replaced Morkael as Imperiate, Morkael stepped down.

342 AF - Daare replaced Cree as Imperiate, Cree stepped down.

361 AF - Aeryi replaced Daare as Imperiate, Daare stepped down.

382 AF - Beneficia replaced Aeryi as Imperiate, Aeryi stepped down.

Marketplace

Cyrene has two main shopping districts. The first extends east to west along Centre Street, which includes Artisan Plaza and its famed fountain. Rurin's shops are located around the Plaza, as well as the Commodities shop and many adventurer-run stores. Ruminic street running south from Centre Crossing has a handful of shops along the way to the southern shopping district. Blu's Den of Delights, Cyrene's own gift shop, sells items unique to Cyrene. The southern shopping district surrounds the subdivision, near Cyrene's arena. Cyrene's shops provide a full range of wares sold by shopkeepers from all parts of Sapience.

Dining

There are a variety of eateries to be found in Cyrene. South of the Artisan Plaza, Amadeo, the waiter, has tasty and affordable wares to sell at a roadside cafe. The dining room of the Dancing Boar Inn has a limited selection of food and beverages, sold and served by Dianthe, the serving girl. North of Cyrene's gift shop, Melodia, a siren kawhe server, sets up her kawhe kiosk, selling light refreshment. The Cyrenian Brewery, at a patio of hand carved tiles, provides a selection of beverages, appetizers, main dishes, and desserts, served by a handsome bartender, a lazy waitress, and a busy waiter. In the shadier part of town, Sir Lance, a fun-loving satyr bartender, sells an array of beverages and appetisers inside the Ram's Horn.

Recreation

Gamblers from around Sapience come to the Dancing Boar Inn to visit Merindia, the blackjack dealer, and Tatalia, the roulette attendant, to play their gold or lessons for luck. The Ram's Horn bar has more than food to offer. Shadya, the bellydancer, will dance for you and more, for the right price. For the more refined Sapients, the Imperium houses a ballroom for formal occasions. Named for the spirit of the Forest of Light, in which the early settlers of Cyrene began building their home, the Theatre Prophasia is host to Raphella, the diva, accompanied by Maestro Lucciano on the piano. The theatre may also be used by adventurers to stage their own productions.

Facilities

The News can be accessed from Merrilon approaching Centre Street, and to the east and west are the Post Office of Cyrene and the Cyrene Savings Bank. The arena Ainghaeal's Nest is in the southern part of town, near the marina. The baths are just off Merrilon Avenue, across the way from the Imperium which houses the government offices. If you need help getting anywhere, the carriage driver will deliver you to a person or place on the streets of Cyrene for a small fee.