Dherlu al-Vush

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Dherlu al-Vush
Country Boreios Sudesha
Type Residential
Short Description A densly populated area built into a rocky cliff along the ocean.

This well fortified city at the entrance of the gulf of Boreios Sudesha is built into a solid cliff face the provides projects but also isolation. The city is tethered to the mainland by a thin, flat dry land which stops the city from being an island. However, during high tide parts of the flatland are underneath a few centimeters of water.

Cityscape of Dherlu al-Vush.

The city has been important in historical conquests but in it's present day state is seen more as a unique travel destination due to it's mix of architecture styles and flora which only grows on the steep cliff walls.

Notable Locations

History

  • 9,937
An infectious disease made it's first recorded appearance in the city after the population was forcefully exposed to it by invading force calling themselves The Onavis. The disease infected 'dragons with the strongest ties for Fronima first, killing them within three days and leaving the city open for the taking of the invading force. The disease did not stop there, it mutated, infecting the invading force and most of the remaining population. This led to many deaths, large amounts of the population leaving to escape the infection, and the disappearance of the invaders.
  • 9,000
The city is claimed by the Amoretti who refortify the walls, construct more living space and establish a more formal ruling structure.
  • 6,001 - 8,000
The city began to take shape as small building were constructed in the rock face and built out of stone. Battles in the area became common and a stone wall was built around the city to increase the cities defensive power. The tunnel system is seen as a sacred area, respected and feared, which was to only be used for spiritual purposes.
  • 0 - 6,000
The large rock and tunnel system that act as the foundation of the city were inhabited by early Pendragon families and groups.

Culture