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== History == | == History == | ||
=== Construction === | === Construction === | ||
− | Built on a campsite inhabited originally by only the King and his closest retainers, Alban evolved from the aptly-nicknamed "Camp" to become the most active site in Oren beginning 1618, and it was determined more structures would have to be built. Over the original campsite was built first a tavern and storage house, then true housing, shops and the Esenstadt palace. On the outskirts of the city sit the manors of the knights and titular lords and ladies of the King's court. | + | Built on a campsite inhabited originally by only the King and his closest retainers, Alban evolved from the aptly-nicknamed "Camp" to become the most active site in Oren beginning 1618, and it was determined more structures would have to be built. Over the original campsite was built first a tavern and storage house, then true housing, a small chapel, shops and finally the Esenstadt palace. On the outskirts of the city sit the manors of the knights and titular lords and ladies of the King's court. |
− | The city of Alban's construction finished late in the year of 1619 | + | |
+ | The city of Alban's construction finished late in the year of 1619 with the christening of Esenstadt, though the erection of noble manors would continue as Stephen's most loyal retainers were awarded with title and position. | ||
== Geography== | == Geography== | ||
− | The city can be found nestled at the southern base of the Greyspine mountains past the Alexandrine pass. To the north lies the Rothswood, site of the famous Battle of the Rothswood. Further south lies the Ivan's Spine mountains, home to the defensive fortification of Metterden. Within the city itself, the palace of Esenstadt towers over the comparatively short buildings of the rest of the city. | + | The city can be found nestled at the southern base of the Greyspine mountains past the Alexandrine pass. To the north lies the Rothswood, site of the famous Battle of the Rothswood. Further south lies the Ivan's Spine mountains, home to the defensive fortification of Metterden. Within the city itself, the palace of Esenstadt towers over the comparatively short buildings of the rest of the city. Right in front of the main gate to the city are the tavern and chapel, behind them the main square. To the direct north of the city is a large farmland, used to feed the population of Alban. |
− | == Notable Figures == | + | == Notable Figures of Alban == |
− | * [[Stephen I|King Stephen I]], current King of Haense | + | * [[Stephen I|King Stephen I]], current King of Haense |
− | * Prince Heinrik Otto, Palatine of the | + | * Prince Heinrik Otto, Palatine of the Realm |
* Alessa Grendock, Baroness of Grendock | * Alessa Grendock, Baroness of Grendock | ||
* Sergei Kovachev, Duke of Carnatia | * Sergei Kovachev, Duke of Carnatia | ||
* Kristoff Stafyr, Viscount of Grauspin | * Kristoff Stafyr, Viscount of Grauspin | ||
+ | * Ser Anton Kyngeston, Grand Mayor of Alban | ||
+ | * Ser Joren Baruch, Castellan of Jorenstadt | ||
+ | * Josef Baldemar, Archbishop of Jorenus | ||
* Coltaine Wick, Patriarch of House Wick | * Coltaine Wick, Patriarch of House Wick | ||
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== Notable Buildings == | == Notable Buildings == |
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The capital of the Kingdom of Haense, Alban acts as the epicenter of administrative and diplomatic affairs of the kingdom, and is populated by Northerners of all descent. The city is the seat of the House of Barbanov, who reside in palace of Esenstadt in the westernmost district of the city. The city boasts among the most activity in all of Axios, as well as a popular tavern.
History
Construction
Built on a campsite inhabited originally by only the King and his closest retainers, Alban evolved from the aptly-nicknamed "Camp" to become the most active site in Oren beginning 1618, and it was determined more structures would have to be built. Over the original campsite was built first a tavern and storage house, then true housing, a small chapel, shops and finally the Esenstadt palace. On the outskirts of the city sit the manors of the knights and titular lords and ladies of the King's court.
The city of Alban's construction finished late in the year of 1619 with the christening of Esenstadt, though the erection of noble manors would continue as Stephen's most loyal retainers were awarded with title and position.
Geography
The city can be found nestled at the southern base of the Greyspine mountains past the Alexandrine pass. To the north lies the Rothswood, site of the famous Battle of the Rothswood. Further south lies the Ivan's Spine mountains, home to the defensive fortification of Metterden. Within the city itself, the palace of Esenstadt towers over the comparatively short buildings of the rest of the city. Right in front of the main gate to the city are the tavern and chapel, behind them the main square. To the direct north of the city is a large farmland, used to feed the population of Alban.
Notable Figures of Alban
- King Stephen I, current King of Haense
- Prince Heinrik Otto, Palatine of the Realm
- Alessa Grendock, Baroness of Grendock
- Sergei Kovachev, Duke of Carnatia
- Kristoff Stafyr, Viscount of Grauspin
- Ser Anton Kyngeston, Grand Mayor of Alban
- Ser Joren Baruch, Castellan of Jorenstadt
- Josef Baldemar, Archbishop of Jorenus
- Coltaine Wick, Patriarch of House Wick
Notable Buildings
- The Esenstadt Palace, seat of the House of Barbanov.
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