Difference between revisions of "Mhaldor"

In the year 301 AF, shortly after the [[Shrine Wars]] that plagued [[Sapience]], a mysterious stalagmite appeared within the mountain island that [[Sartan|Sartan, Lord of Evil]] was trapped under. Followers of the imprisoned God, in their despair began to impale themselves upon it, their sacrifice somehow evoking 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 reverse 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 with a [[Maldaathi]] Knight named Kaelin as the first Tyrannus.

The city of Mhaldor is located on the [[Mhaldor Isle|island]] just off the Northern [[Vashnar_Mountains|Vashnars]] connected by a bridge. It is home to [[Houses]], [[The Ebon Fist]], [[The Blood Congregation]], [[The Naga]] and guild of the Maldaathi. It is a city dedicated to Evil and the propagation of the [[Seven Truths|Seven Truths of Evil]]. Its architecture is that of two overlapping circles around the Baelgrim Fortress.  

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

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. One shop to note near the market district is Vanity, once run by the seductive [[Emalaith]], it is now under the ownership of Lady Daitya and stocks a variety of Mhaldorian style clothing and jewellery. Those with an interest in unique stationary 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, they might actually be able to buy it back here.  

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 Colosseum Diabolus of the more unique [[arenas]] in Sapience with segmented areas joined by a single warp. Again for those less physically inclined, they might simply wish to settle down for a round of [[gambling|roulette]] with [[Jemima]] or [[gambling|blackjack]] with [[Danzig]] or even a game of [[chess]] at the Incubi Archives.

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.  

The Incubi Archives are located on the west side of the city along Abomination road, here visitors may catch up on [[help:news|news]].  

Pestilent way in 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.  

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 [[help:guardians|Fissure]] as well as a statue of Lord Kaelin is located at Central Courtyard in the 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.

Further north at Pestilent way stands a statue of depicting the splitting of Sartan into the gods [[Shaitan]] and [[Apollyon]]. Also here 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.  

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. Also hidden in this temple is a secret room where a mysterious book will read select sections of Mhaldorian history to those who hold it.