Difference between revisions of "Geography: Plateau City: Gold Quarter"
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| − | This quarter is home to the House of Devotion | + | This quarter is home to the House of Devotion (Flower's temple), as well as shops and taverns for the wealthy folk of the city. Goods and services in this district tend to be pricey. Theoretically, they are also of higher quality, but in truth a good part of the markup is simply the cachet of being from the Gold Quarter. |
| − | + | The district's two gladiator schools seem an odd anomaly, but they pre-date much of the quarter's grandeur. Indeed, when they were first established, the district's most noteworthy feature was its proximity to the Arena. Of the two, the Gladiator Castle is the more traditionally prestigious. It is known for its spartan approach and strict discipline. The House of Blood has a more "win-at-all-costs" mentality, which has grown more pronounced in recent years. Indeed, some whisper that House of Blood graduates are better suited to back alleys than the arena. | |
| − | + | For those who prefer more civilized contests, the Golden Hearth Club is a private debate society. Many of the city's barristers relax and hone their skills here. | |
The Blue Ale Tavern is an excellent place to settle down for some fine music and expensive wines. | The Blue Ale Tavern is an excellent place to settle down for some fine music and expensive wines. | ||
| − | + | Sparkle's Exchange offers a place to store and exchange wealth, a useful service for wealthy merchants and successful adventurers alike. | |
The Morning Star Apartments is an excellent place to rent a nice apartment for extended stays within the city. Rent is high, but the staff will provide most needed services. | The Morning Star Apartments is an excellent place to rent a nice apartment for extended stays within the city. Rent is high, but the staff will provide most needed services. | ||
Revision as of 12:28, 25 August 2012
This quarter is home to the House of Devotion (Flower's temple), as well as shops and taverns for the wealthy folk of the city. Goods and services in this district tend to be pricey. Theoretically, they are also of higher quality, but in truth a good part of the markup is simply the cachet of being from the Gold Quarter.
The district's two gladiator schools seem an odd anomaly, but they pre-date much of the quarter's grandeur. Indeed, when they were first established, the district's most noteworthy feature was its proximity to the Arena. Of the two, the Gladiator Castle is the more traditionally prestigious. It is known for its spartan approach and strict discipline. The House of Blood has a more "win-at-all-costs" mentality, which has grown more pronounced in recent years. Indeed, some whisper that House of Blood graduates are better suited to back alleys than the arena.
For those who prefer more civilized contests, the Golden Hearth Club is a private debate society. Many of the city's barristers relax and hone their skills here.
The Blue Ale Tavern is an excellent place to settle down for some fine music and expensive wines.
Sparkle's Exchange offers a place to store and exchange wealth, a useful service for wealthy merchants and successful adventurers alike.
The Morning Star Apartments is an excellent place to rent a nice apartment for extended stays within the city. Rent is high, but the staff will provide most needed services.
5. Temple of Karinthis
6. Gladiator Castle (Gladiator School)
7. House of Blood (Gladiator School)
8. O'Rourke's House of Melee (Warrior's School)
41. The Golden Hearth Club (Debate Club)
63. Blue Ale Tavern
71. Sparkle's Exchange
