Eleusis
Located in the depths of the Eastern Ithmia, the forestal village of Eleusis was revealed by the dryad queen Titania, to a group of Sentinels in the year 271 AF (See also: Vixen). Eleusis is a complete, naturally formed habitat in the treetops for the forestals of Sapience to call home. Its citizens hotly profess their "village" status, despite being declared an official city-state by the powers that be.
The houses of The Sylvanic Fellowship and the Sentinels of Nature reside in the village, but members of the The Ancient Circle of Druids also automatically gain citizenship to the village, should they desire it.
Eleusis is guarded by Tsol'aa archers, Dryad enchantresses, and Treekin warriors, as well as their Guardian, the half-treekin/half-Tsol'aa Guardian of Nature. Stationed at the entrance to the village is Elias, the gatekeeper, while Sir Cwincan, the Gaian Knight diligently patrols the verdant walkways.
Governance
The village is led by a council made up of five Leath-ris (literally means "half-kings"), who are elected by popular vote. From these five one leader is chosen, the Speaker of Eleusis. The laws of Eleusis are in the form of Precepts which can be found written on a cairn stone at the entrance to the village.
| Leath-ris | Term | Speakers of Eleusis | Term | Village Patrons | Term | |||||
| Riakar | 324 - 333 AF | Covenant | 324 - 356 AF | Demeter | 324 - 365 AF | |||||
| Mysti | 324 - 342 AF | Tearstorm | 356 - 387 AF | Aegis | 365 - 395 AF | |||||
| Covenant | 324 - 357 AF | Greyda | 387 AF - present | Kastalia | 395 AF - present | |||||
| Elsp | 324 - 377 AF | |||||||||
| Tearstorm | 324 - 387 AF | |||||||||
| Maklyr | 333 - 355 AF | |||||||||
| Hyperlith | 342 - 357 AF | |||||||||
| Nadjan | 355 - 360 AF | |||||||||
| Ainia | 357 AF - present | |||||||||
| Orina | 357 AF - present | |||||||||
| Aztecia | 360 AF - present | |||||||||
| Greyda | 377 AF - present | |||||||||
| Rangor | 387 AF - present |
Shopping
Eleusis is an unique city-state, in that it is the only one with no adventurer run shops. The Eleusians enjoy the quaint atmosphere of the village, and do not want this haven ruined. The weaver, Aemilie, merchants Daestin and Semanthia, and the food connoisseurs provide for their village.
- Straif is Echtra - Literally means Blackthorne Adventures, named after an old Eleusian family. The stationery shops. Provides: Candles, journals, letters.
- Farmer's Market at a Mill - Day to day goods.
- Silver Threads - Crafted forestal goods.
- Sylvan Colours - Basic vials, inks and sigils.
- Art of the Wilds - Wooden statuettes.
- Forestal Whispers of Romance - Forestal wedding catering.
- The Eleusian Trading Post - Commodities.
- Within a small reed shed - Bait shop.
Eateries
Eleusis has several unique eateries, that have regular visitors to the village coming back for more.
- The Eleusian Inn - Operated by Amerante, who supplies the village with a range of basics foods, and fine forestal beverages.
- Oastan Eleusia - Hosted by Anil-Gadith, this forestal restaurant is sure to please! Celede and Canntaireachd provide service and music, respectively.
- Sugar and Spice - the Eleusian Tea shop, run by Miss Miri, the Tea Mistress and her daughters, Averan, Lhaya and Tiah.
- Ye Olde Bake Shoppe - Arscot, The Eleusian baker, runs this unique bakery by Miss Miri's tea shop. A donut, a tart, or anything else to go with that perfect cup of tea!
Facilities
The main facilities of Eleusis are located along the top of the Great Oak, while the forge can be found at the northern end of the fields, below the shopping district. Most of these services can be used by citizens and visitors alike.
- Atop the Great Oak - newsroom.
- The Aviary - post office run by Khalys, the dove lady.
- The Eleusian Bank of Commerce - bank.
- The Eleusian Forge - forge.
- The Eleusian Stables - stables (Eleusians only) and mount food, run by Epona.
Landmarks
This small forestal village is rich with culture. It has grown immensely since adventurers started trampling through its branches, just over a century ago, but still remains quaint and quiet, keeping its unique solitude.
The entire village is a landmark in itself. No other "city-state" and indeed, no other village can claim to be anything like it. Upon entering the village, you must trek up a spiralled staircase which will take you up a level into the trees. You walk along the tree branches for wherever you need to go, only ever seeing ground level again, if you wish to visit the Sentinels or Sylvans halls, the Eleusian Fields and stables, or the Temple of the River on the Zaphar River. Amid the Eleusian Fields may be found the Gaian Vale, Eleusis' subdivision.
One may be inclined to visit Muria along the Oaken Way of Eleusis, and hear her tales of Sentinel history.
Central Hall in the Great Oak is the local meeting point of Eleusis. A great statue of Covenant Stormcrow, the first speaker of Eleusis, graces the hall, seemingly ready to come alive and belt out a yodel for all the world to hear.
The Cauldron of Infinity can be found at the Tears of Eleusis, a permanent reminder of the War of the Divine Child (See also: City-relics)
The Collosea en Duir, or "The Colosseum of the Oak" in common Achaean, is the Eleusian arena. This all natural terrain arena can be found in the southwestern part of Eleusis.