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TherendryTherendry is located to the south of Evendarr? and Kitheria?, and is home to some beautiful countryside, and a most unusual people. The capital city of Goldhaven was actually founded by a pirate. It was once a prospering haven for all manner of thieves and undesirables. There was constant war between those who wished for a better city, and those who preferred things to remain the same. Although the thieves guild there still has significant power, things seem to be generally calmer for the residents. The main port of the duchy is a pleasant town called Mistport. Many merchant vessels trade their goods here and a traveler is certain to find a number if interesting items for sale. The brothels and other "pleasure houses" along the coast are extremely interesting to visit. Another good spot to visit is the walled city of Kranaesh. The huge gates of this city dominate the landscape at the junction of the magnificent Fury River, and the major shipping road called the North Trail. The massive wall is a single slab of granite carved by dwarves who first settled the region. It is a wondrous sight to behold, and a marvel of modern architecture. The city itself is a hodgepodge of different architectural styles with dozens of buildings both above ground and built in to the hillside clashing together to demonstrate the ancient age of this city. The city also connects to the underground city of the dwarves, but humans such as I are never allowed to visit. Not surprisingly this city’s chief business is its mining operations. The large city of Irongate? has a most unusual government structure. The Duke allows the city’s guilds to choose a Lord or Lady Mayor who serves for a five year term. Of course the Duke or Baron can overrule the Mayor’s decisions but generally in order to keep the peace, within the city, they leave well enough alone. Being Mayor is a difficult job, and more than one Mayor has suddenly and mysteriously appeared at the healer’s guild for resurrection. Visiting Therendry can be an exhilarating experience as long as one remembers the founding fathers of the region. Thieves' Guilds have much power in almost every city. More often than not, political appointments are decided by assassination. As long as you stay out of politics and don't compete with the many businesses run by the thieves' guilds, there is a lot to do in this southern duchy. Recent HistoryTherendry underwent a war of Succession in ER 602, and has created several new lands within its borders. Notably, Fellmist was divided amongst the victors in the war, and the new County of Lyonesse? was created. The County of Midland was divided into two new Baronies, of Blade? and Havencrest?. Also of note, the town of Swaddi, has been renamed twice during the winter of 602/603. Renamed Middleton after the 602 War of Succession, it has recently been renamed Pinecrest by Baron Valoric Treehawk of Havencrest. The Current Duke of Therendry is Duke Ellis Pinetree. In the later months of 603, several things have happened. In September, Baron Simeon Silvercord, contender for the Title of Count for the County of Midland was raised to the position of Viscount of Therendry and his opponent the Baron Valoric Treehawk was raised to the position of Count of Midland County. In October of 603, the County of Midland was renamed the County of Stormcross? by the new Count Treehawk. Royal Seals of Therendry Royal Crest of Duke Ellis Pinetree of Therendry  Royal Crest of Viscount Simeon Silvercord  Royal Crest of Count Valoric Treehawk & House Therenstar |