Hygelac

The capital of Vostergaetland, named for one of its earliest kings. This is a very large city, populated with everything one might be looking for. This megacity is on an artificial island created by digging out the peninsula it was originally built on. Containing the monarch's seat, it also contains many universities, temples, and people. Significant amount of shipping comes through here, as well as much of the countries military might residing here, and the council of Barons. This city is sustained by ancient magics unknown, and surrounding agricultural areas, as well as a significant fishing industry and trading. It is only accessable by ship, as the manmade river that makes it an island has no bridge.

There are many secretive things in this ancient city as well, including undergrounds for magic users who don’t want to be sent to the Duchy (which all young mages were required to do in the capital), black markets and organized crime syndicates.

The temple of Ioun is here, as well as it’s repository of knowledge. There are many other temples to a variety of gods, as well as underground cults to dark deities that constantly strive against each other.

One could live their entire life in this city and still not see or learn everything there is to know here, the size and scope of this city is enormous.

Current Ruler: Wealtheow Eglac