Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm (/loˈʃəslej̼/ /dəm/ [elk] [minor; mere; petty]) is a subtropical Large Town located in Zazafckotefwÿ Hold, Fidhi̊si Provence, within the Dalandic Empire.

The name Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm is derived from the Tauric language, as Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm was founded by Zesí Davis, who was culturaly Tauric.

Climate

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm has a yearly average temperature of 23°C (73°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a warm 27°C (80°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cool 19°C (66°F). Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm receives an average of 159 cm/y (62 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the fall. Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm covers an area of nearly 6 km² (2 mi²), and an average elevation of 2794 m (9166 ft) above sea level.

Overview

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm was founded durring the early 11th century, by Zesí Davis. The establishment of Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm suffered from several major issues, resulting in the need to develop many solutions to basic problems. Problems such as a lack of fresh water, logistical support, poor quality tools, and the odd monster or two. Howeaver, these were overcome in time.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm was built using the conventions of Tauric durring the early 11th century. Naturaly, all settlmentss have their own look to them, and Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm is no diffrent. The town's buildings feature timber and earth construction, with most buildigns first floors resembling mounds of earth, with subsequent floors appearing as elaborate log cabins, with each building forming a tiered pyramid of sorts fromed from the stack of rectangular, peek roofed cabins. Most wooden bracing, support, and trim is carved with decorative knotwork, and the larger structures even feature painted trim which emphasises the knotwork.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm is buildings folow an organic layout of premissive gravel streets whihch gives the town a shape simmilar to a tree, if one views its streets from above. The town rests behind the absurdity that is a thick, timber braced, wall made of clay bricks. While visualy impressive and certainly an astetic, Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm's wall provides no actual defence against siege equipment due to the choice of its cosntruction materials. Even nonexperts can tell the town is trying to impress rather than defend with its walls, towers, and gatehouses. Though admittedly, they do look nice... To primitive tribals who have never seen fortifications before. Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm's political statment focused walls are in an unremarkable state. To some, this is the ideal sate for defences to be in. In need of absoutly nothing, and ready to serve the town as needed.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm has a very calm atmosphere. People can be seen relaxing, scocilizing, and going about all manner of business other than the daily grind. Men, women, children, all can be seen enjoying life in a laid-back way in the many parks which line Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm’s streets. Yet, deep down, you know this atmosphere is a carefully created illusion. You can see the ocasional seam in their tapestry. You’re not sure what has them doing their best to act so carefree, but act carefree they do.

Civic Infrastructure

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm has an Office of Civil Groundskeeping, which works to enforce local ordinances relating to the construction and upkeep up of all plant life, water features, and other natural decorations within Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm. They are also responsible for the maintenance of these features. Notably, the OCG is not responsible for Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm's parks.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm has an Office of Civil Vicary, which is responsible for providing a livelyhood for all officialy recognised religious figures within Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm has a Gravedigger's Guild, which is responsible for collecting the dead and laying them to rest according to all applicable laws and religious customs.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm has a Highwayman's Guild, which is tasked with maintaining the roads and highways leading into town as well as keeping them safe for travelers.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm has a monistary of an order of Civil Monks, who provide divine-related services to the general public and maintain Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm's public wards, blessings, and other arcane systems.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm possesses an older civil lighting system consisting of street lamps. These lights provide nighttime illumination to most city streets.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm has a Parks and Recreation Department, which is responsible for the construction, management, and usage rights for all of its parks and parklands. They are not to be confused with the Office of Civil Groundskeeping as they do not hold authority over nor responsibility for Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm's natural decorations nor waterways.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm has a Guild of Roadworkers, who are responsible for maintaining the roadways and public paths within town. They also have the duty of enforcing all civil laws relating to the roadways.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm has a public schooling program overseen by the Hall of Sages who has the responsibility of ensuring access to affordable high-quality education in all basic classes (Reading, Writing, Mathmatics, General Sciences, General Arcana, and Social Education) is made available to all citizens.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm has a public septic system, which allows its citizens to have indoor bathrooms. The septic system is overseen by the League of Sewerkeepers, who posses the legal authority to enforce all laws relating to the septic system, and are also tasked with its maintenance and upkeep.

Cultural Notes

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm's bank was built using a different architectural style from the rest of the town. The style used is inspired by the natural world, characterized by sinuous, sculptural, organic shapes, arches, curving lines, and sensual ornamentation. Common motifs included stylized versions of leaves, flowers, vines, insects, animals, and other natural elements. Decorative elements found on the inside and outside of buildings include intricate mosaic work, curved windows, and decorative trim work. .

In Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm snow is warm to the touch and does not melt within city limits. Also it only happens during summer.

The Belabra (Tangler) near Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm are known to be more aggressive than normal.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm's citizens partake in a curious ritual relating to their local kami. It takes place in winter and involves reenactments to channel Necromancy energies of tier 1 via oath swearing.

Economy

The following information was obtained via the Imperial Census Bureau as part of the Eyom Economic Outreach Program. It differs from Standard Imperial censuses in that many of Tom's citizens, regardless of culture, work in more than one occupation or hold more than a single job. The Imperial Census Bureau has ruled that a job is a job, hence, the intigers within the data presented here can count an individual more than once.

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm Census Data: Year 2000

521 of Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm's population work within a Foundational Occupation.

• 33 work in Agriculture
• 118 work as Craftsmen
• 43 work as Merchants
• 85 work as Service Workers
• 52 work as General Laborers
• 19 work as Skilled Laborers
• 73 work as Civil Servants
• 46 work in Cottage Industries
• 24 work as Artists
• 28 work in Produce Industries

1014 of Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm's population do not work in a formal occupation, but do contribute to the local economy. 63 (4%) are noncontributers.

Points of Interest

Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm's roads were poorly made when first laid. Rather than repairing them correctly, a series of new roads was laid atop the old, leading to the streets of modern Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm suffering from potholes, cracking, and even sinkholes. The locals often repair the road by putting down wooden decking.

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History

In time immemorial, reportedly some time during the early 2nd century the Kami spared the town a natural disaster. One of Odíhg Loshàsleiē̼dàm's local festivals commemorates this miracle.

History