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'''Johannesburg''' ([[High Imperial]]: ''Johannae Vindelicorum'') is the capital city of the [[Holy Orenian Empire]]. It was founded in 1571 after the Imperial landing upon [[Axios]] by [[John III, Holy Orenian Emperor|Emperor John III]] and dedicated to his grandfather, [[John I, Holy Orenian Emperor|John I]]. Following its founding, Johannesburg has become the largest human city within Axios (if not, the largest city in all of Axios) and serves as the central hub of the Imperial government as well as the location of the Palace of Saint Adrian, residence of the reigning [[Holy Orenian Emperor]]. | '''Johannesburg''' ([[High Imperial]]: ''Johannae Vindelicorum'') is the capital city of the [[Holy Orenian Empire]]. It was founded in 1571 after the Imperial landing upon [[Axios]] by [[John III, Holy Orenian Emperor|Emperor John III]] and dedicated to his grandfather, [[John I, Holy Orenian Emperor|John I]]. Following its founding, Johannesburg has become the largest human city within Axios (if not, the largest city in all of Axios) and serves as the central hub of the Imperial government as well as the location of the Palace of Saint Adrian, residence of the reigning [[Holy Orenian Emperor]]. | ||
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Johannesburg (High Imperial: Johannae Vindelicorum) is the capital city of the Holy Orenian Empire. It was founded in 1571 after the Imperial landing upon Axios by Emperor John III and dedicated to his grandfather, John I. Following its founding, Johannesburg has become the largest human city within Axios (if not, the largest city in all of Axios) and serves as the central hub of the Imperial government as well as the location of the Palace of Saint Adrian, residence of the reigning Holy Orenian Emperor.
History
Johannesburg was constructed by the order of Emperor John III after the Imperial landing upon Axios in 1571. Since then the city has seen a great deal of changes. Under the watchful eye of city administration, Johannesburg expanded its housing district with the creation of lower-class abodes along the moat surrounding the city walls. A new arch now stands before the bridge into the city, newly dedicated to the rule of Emperor John III. What once stood tall and proud as the city's main bank and marketplace was demolished near the end of John III's reign, and rebuilt into what is now known as "burning place". This new location is larger and houses numerous stores, an auctioneer and a newly constructed bank for the city.
Grand Ball of 1574
Intended to mark the celebration of Saint Edmond's Day, the Grand Ball of 1574 was held within the Palace of Saint Adrian by the order of Emperor John III.
Geography
Johannesburg is located within the heart of the Valley of the Emperors, known most aptly as the Breadbasket of the Empire. Surrounding the grand city lay vast and open plains, sparsely and vastly forested areas, and a marshland that stands as the former home to the Duchy of Savoy prior to the great Courland revolt.
Metropolitan region and suburbs
There exist seven approximate districts within the city's walls, four of which are residential suburbs of varying affluence. The upper-district is home to numerous great manors and small estates that house the gentry and lower-nobility of the Empire. Just beyond this district sits the city's Imperial Square, home to the Palace, Courthouse and University. Along the city's main roadway sit the standard housing for citizens, and branching off of this roadway sit a few small side streets with additional housing and small shops.
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