Eleusis

Eleusis
Leader	Ravien
Divine Patron	Thoth
Founder	Covenant Stormcrow, Tearstorm Le'Yuet, Riakar Nakanishi, Elsp Le'Yuet and Mysti La'Saen
City Tutor	Aine
City Guardian	Guardian of Nature
Heraldic Arms	None
Allies	Oakstone, Druids
Enemies	None
Key Documents	None

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. Vamuria, the newspaper editor, roams the city gathering the news of the day.

Governance

The village of Eleusis was officially formed in the month of Daedalan, 324 years after the fall of the Selucarian Empire, by Covenant Stormcrow, Tearstorm Le'Yuet, Riakar Nakanishi, Elsp Le'Yuet and Mysti La'Saen. It is led by a council made up of seven Leath-ris (literally means "half-kings"), who are elected by popular vote. From these seven 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.

Elected 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 - 414 AF		Kastalia		395 - 432 AF
Elsp		324 - 377 AF		Landon		414 - 445 AF		Thoth		432 - Present
Tearstorm		324 - 387 AF		Ravien		445 - present
Maklyr		333 - 355 AF
Hyperlith		342 - 357 AF
Nadjan		355 - 360 AF
Orina		357 - 400 AF
Ainia		357 - 421 AF
Aztecia		360 - 420 AF
Greyda		377 - 414 AF
Rangor		387 - 403 AF
Shorin		400 - 430 AF
Oenone		403 - 448 AF
Vinceres		413 - 443 AF
Landon		414 - 445 AF
Misty		414 - 421 AF
Xel		420 - 441 AF
Wivylma		421 - 444 AF
Ravien		421 - present
Jym		430 - present
Rangor		441 - present
Eski		444 - present
Misty		446 - present
Hyperlith		445 - present
Nynae		448 - 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. Several proud merchants provide for their village including the weaver, Aemilie and merchants Daestin and Semanthia.

Art of the Wilds

Wooden statuettes by Aemilie, the Eleusian weaver

A Cluttered Atelier

Silver creations by Taurelasse, the Eleusian Artist

The Eleusian Inn

Amerante, the Eleusian Barkeep sells food and drinks here

The Eleusian Trading Post

Commodities

Eleusian Woodcrafts

Wood vials, pots, and pipes by Aeron, the Eleusian Whittler

Farmer's Market at a Mill

Day to day goods

Forestal Whispers of Romance

Aemilie's forestal wedding catering.

Silver Threads

Crafted forestal goods by Aemilie

Straif is Echtra

Literally means Blackthorne Adventures, named after an old Eleusian family. The stationery shops which provide Candles, journals, letters.

Sugar and Spice

Teas in several flavours by Miri, the Tea Mistress

Sylvan Colours

Basic vials, inks and sigils.

Within a small reed shed

Bait shop

Ye Olde Bake Shop

Muffins, donuts and more created by Arscot, the Eleusian Baker

Additionally, foods for steeds can be purchased from Epona, Eleusian Cibeir.

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.