City of Sutica
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Sutica is the Capital of The Free State of Sutica, and it’s located southern Arcas. The City is most known for their trade with other nations as well as it's stance as a city open to all races. It's home to every race in Arcas, welcoming them all equally. The city is built on several islands on a river delta. It is constructed using the highly unique Sutican Architectural Style composed of using quartz and colorful materials.
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History
The Cities of Vailor
The first City of Sutica, titled The Merchant City of Sutica, was constructed on a plot of land in 1521 purchased by the Caliphate from individuals fleeing from the Hightower Rebellion in the Republic of Salvus. In contrast to the modern interpretation of Sutica as a port city, the First City of Sutica was landlocked in the middle of the desert.
The citizens of Sutica would move two times while still in Vailor. Each time, they retained the name of Sutica and thereby started the tradition of keeping the name of the Capital and the name of the State the same.
The Third City of Sutica was the first city in which the traditional Sutican Architecture was used. It was built on a series of islands connected by several bridges thus giving Sutica it's first official names as a nation, The Isles of Sutica.
The City of Axios
The Fourth City of Sutica was designed and constructed by the former Trade Prince Sil'var Vanguard and renowned Sutican Architect in the year 1571. The City was constructed on the continent of Ceru in Axios in the center of Cerulean Bay which was found out to be a breeding ground for Lubba and thus would soon become the national animal for Sutica. It was led continually by Trade Princess Lilyana. This city was constructed on a singular island connected to the mainland by two bridges. The city was compact, boasting a large underground tunnel system which was found difficult to control and largely became the home to many dark creatures and mages who remained at constant war with the Clerics on the surface. The infamous Sutican Memo Tree was first grown in this city under the shadow of the clocktower, this feature would make prominent appearances in the Atlas and Arcas renditions of the city.
The City of Atlas
The Fifth City of Sutica, was constructed after the Sutican's fled to the Continent of Atlas in 1643. Founded on Screeching Drake Island, the site was chosen by Trade Princess Lilyana to be further in the wilderness as to allow Sutica to be more isolated and to avoid conflict with other nations, but this decision led to discontent citizens who believed the move took them too far away for proper trade. This city featured varied terrain with an underwater district, a large cavern district. Most prominent and famous was the construction of a massive gate house.
A portion had been allotted to the Halflings to live in, but they disagreed with living in walls and decided to found the city of Dunshire. A large portion near the back of the city and underground had been dedicated to a Druid grove, however, an incident led to a large portion of the grove dying and the rear exit to the grove being closed off. During the late reign of Trade Princess Cyrene, a large restoration project was started to recover the former Druid grove and Halfling. During this project the Sutican Library was given a new location, a lounge and cafe was constructed, and room for a public magic forge was also granted. Trade Princess Lily finished the restoration granting land to a group of Paladins and to the Kharajyr.
The Current City of Sutica
The Current City of Sutica was established by Trade Princess Lily in 1705 after the Suticans arrived in Southern Arcas. Designed largely by a team of citizens lead by Silveress Leocyne. The design of the city was applauded across the continent for improving upon the Traditional Sutican Architectural heritage. In 1709 the Sutican clinic was established underground in the square. With the relaxation of taxes in 1714, the old clinic was demolished and it was moved into the old tax building located on the western side of the Square. In 1738, a disaster caused by nearby voidal tears, as part of the voidal invasion of Arcas, caused massive flooding of the river which lead to the death of many citizens especially those in the Water District and in the sewers.
Geography
See the Federation of Sutica.
Districts of the City
- The Central Districts
The Central district and the Second District consist of the city's main houses that surround the central square. These are the most commonly populated districts, with the most homes as well. The Government Hall, the Throne room, are here as well.
- The Underwater District
The Underwater district is certainly one of the more unique districts, each home being submerged under glass domes in the water with a tunnel leading to the area, as the title suggests. This is one of the smaller districts of Sutica.
- The Cave District
The Cave district is in a portion of the city's largest landmark where the mountain is. Although this city's number of homes compete with that of the Central District's, it seems that it is a rather unpopular choice in housing, likely due to its location far back in the city and it's difficult-to-navigate streets, but that doesn't go to say that it isn't a sight for sore eyes.
- The Mountain District
The Mountain District consists of a long-since abandoned construction project, and the public observatory.
- The Plateau District
The Plateau District is located just beside the city square. It includes the Sutican Library, the Clerical Temple, and holds the land in which the Kharijyr people live, currently. The area remains largely open for the construction of as-needed housing. The only currently existing Order of Paladins also occupies this area.
Notable Figures
- Silv’ar Vanguard - First Trade Prince, Grand Architect and former Minister of the Interior.
- William Corvinus - A renound merchant of Sutica, responsbile for the early gain of wealth in the Federation.
- Archrim Elmoran - Known for his many dedicated years of service and protection of Sutica. It was in his honour that the current iteration (under Lily's rule) of the Guard was formed.
- Gray Kellian - Known for his many years of loyal service to Sutica.
- Jon Snowell - Known for management of the Interior of the Federation, his service having lasted multiple Elven years. This has earned him the title of: 'the Eternal'.
- Utaria Helenson-Anarion - Royal Consort of Lily Helenson-Anarion. She has ensured that the City Guard has succeeded in their work to a level beyond that previously known, leading the nation's largest known guard force.
- Lily Helenson-Anarion - Current Trade Princess of Sutica, master of the Voidal arts.
Government
Sutica operates as an absolute, appointed monarchy; the right to rule, monikered as The Trade Princess of Sutica/The Trade Prince of Sutica, being passed by appointment to a chosen heir.
Ministers act as agents of the state, entrusted with authority by the ruler of Sutica, and granted the power to head the relevant ministry. The ruler of Sutica chooses all positions and decides whether a life-time appointment or a term to be served is in order. One person may hold multiple positions if deemed fit.
Laws
The City of Sutica as the Capital City abides by the Sutican Codex.
Culture
See the Federation of Sutica.
Random Tidbits
- The City of Sutica is actually the fourth City in Sutica's History named such.
- The City is known for its rich amount of resources and trade with other nations.
- On a different note, did you know: that the city's state animal is a Lubba?
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