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On the eastern side of the city, across the Accra River, lies the historic '''Cyclade,''' the hill upon which the monastery of the Ashuran monks is seated. The hill originally held the "Minorus Basilica," built by the Church during Shallam's occupation of Ashtan. Easy access to this Basilica was what the Church had in mind when they built the [[Sanctuary Bridge]] across the river. In 172 AF, the [[Kharon]] monks took the fortress as their own, and when they moved to Hashan, they took the fortress with them. The Ashuran Monastery took its place. | On the eastern side of the city, across the [[Accra River]], lies the historic '''Cyclade,''' the hill upon which the monastery of the Ashuran monks is seated. The hill originally held the "Minorus Basilica," built by the Church during Shallam's occupation of Ashtan. Easy access to this Basilica was what the Church had in mind when they built the [[Sanctuary Bridge]] across the river. In 172 AF, the [[Kharon]] monks took the fortress as their own, and when they moved to Hashan, they took the fortress with them. The Ashuran Monastery took its place. | ||
The [[Arboretum of Enlightenment]], '''de Vermiis Art Gallery''', and [[Loving Hearts Orphanage]] were all built by the legendary [[Occultist]] [[Servelan de Vermiis]]. The Arboretum contains many strange and exotic plant species. The de Vermiis Art Gallery, while receiving critical praise, has been said by some to depict the Church in an unfair light. The Loving Hearts Orphanage is where children are led to be slaughtered so that their pineal glands can be harvested. | The [[Arboretum of Enlightenment]], '''de Vermiis Art Gallery''', and [[Loving Hearts Orphanage]] were all built by the legendary [[Occultist]] [[Servelan de Vermiis]]. The Arboretum contains many strange and exotic plant species. The de Vermiis Art Gallery, while receiving critical praise, has been said by some to depict the Church in an unfair light. The Loving Hearts Orphanage is where children are led to be slaughtered so that their pineal glands can be harvested. | ||
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Should you find your palate a bit dry, stop by the nearby '''Seadog Tavern''' on the northwest corner of Dockhand Square, where a good flagon of mead is always on tap. For those in the mood for a more unique taste, '''[[Fire and Spice]]''', located just one room west of the tavern, might be more to their liking. It is here that [[Dagon]], the barkeep, mixes all manners of drinks unique to the city, from Golden Apples to Electric Demiurges, and beyond. Warm meals are also available at the Fire and Spice, prepared by local culinary master Chef [[Cornelios]]. Across Anza Street from the Loving Hearts Orphanage is '''[[Cinnabeth's Creperie]]''', where one may indulge in crepes, tarts, and pastries of all varieties. In the northeast section of the city, steeped in the shadowy Descent, is the '''[[Ugly Humgii|Ugly Humgii Bar and Grill]]''', where the more laid-back eater can settle down and buy burgers, ribs, and other such grillside staples; patrons may even partake in the relatively unique chance to create a custom burger with toppings of their choosing. | Should you find your palate a bit dry, stop by the nearby '''Seadog Tavern''' on the northwest corner of Dockhand Square, where a good flagon of mead is always on tap. For those in the mood for a more unique taste, '''[[Fire and Spice]]''', located just one room west of the tavern, might be more to their liking. It is here that [[Dagon]], the barkeep, mixes all manners of drinks unique to the city, from Golden Apples to Electric Demiurges, and beyond. Warm meals are also available at the Fire and Spice, prepared by local culinary master Chef [[Cornelios]]. Across Anza Street from the Loving Hearts Orphanage is '''[[Cinnabeth's Creperie]]''', where one may indulge in crepes, tarts, and pastries of all varieties. In the northeast section of the city, steeped in the shadowy Descent, is the '''[[Ugly Humgii|Ugly Humgii Bar and Grill]]''', where the more laid-back eater can settle down and buy burgers, ribs, and other such grillside staples; patrons may even partake in the relatively unique chance to create a custom burger with toppings of their choosing. | ||
In the northeasterly section of the city, just off of Deer Grove Road, lies the [[Pheidas Gambling Parlour]], where one might tempt fate with [[Dielia]], the cardshark, or [[Croesus]], the roulette attendant. In Dockhand Square at '''[[Fire and Spice]]''', one can enjoy the unique artform of exotic firedancer [[Naodia]]. Or, if books are more your style, the '''Great Library of Nicator''' might be for you. Just off of Lycaeneum Avenue lies a '''solarium''' where acupuncture from [[Aiden]] and massage from [[Jael]] may be purchased through [[Julio]]. If the outdoors strike your fancy, perhaps a bit of fishing in the | In the northeasterly section of the city, just off of Deer Grove Road, lies the [[Pheidas Gambling Parlour]], where one might tempt fate with [[Dielia]], the cardshark, or [[Croesus]], the roulette attendant. In Dockhand Square at '''[[Fire and Spice]]''', one can enjoy the unique artform of exotic firedancer [[Naodia]]. Or, if books are more your style, the '''Great Library of Nicator''' might be for you. Just off of Lycaeneum Avenue lies a '''solarium''' where acupuncture from [[Aiden]] and massage from [[Jael]] may be purchased through [[Julio]]. If the outdoors strike your fancy, perhaps a bit of fishing in the Accra River or a swim in '''Lake Balaton''' is in order; the latter is also where the submerged ship of Sinope houses the hall of the [[Shadowsnakes]]. | ||