Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà (/hi̘bˈziku/ /ˈsɛlbə/ [hawk] [infinite]) is a subtropical Large City located in the Gesiēinsu Region of the Tetburland.

The name Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà is derived from the Sylvin language, as Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà was founded by Hä̋ Cawm 'Baby Zeni' Cúńó̄ Mpf̄b Ha̋chīs, who was culturaly Tauran.

Climate

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà has a yearly average temperature of 29°C (84°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a hot 33°C (91°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a warm 26°C (78°F). Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà receives an average of 278 cm/y (109 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the summer. Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà covers an area of nearly 207 km² (82 mi²), and an average elevation of 3390 m (11122 ft) above sea level.

Overview

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà was founded durring the late 10th century, by Hä̋ Cawm 'Baby Zeni' Cúńó̄ Mpf̄b Ha̋chīs. The establishment of the new community went well, though many minor issues had to be solved as time went on. This was enough to delay construction and push back the formal opening ceramony, leading to some embarisment for Hä̋ Cawm 'Baby Zeni' Cúńó̄ Mpf̄b Ha̋chīs.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà was built using the conventions of Tauran durring the late 10th century. Naturaly, all settlmentss have their own look to them, and Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà is no diffrent. The city's buildings feature waddle and daub construction with good timber frames and a stone foundation protected by thatched or shingled rooves. Most buildings with second floors are built in such a way as to overhang into the streets on the upper floors for more space, as building size seems to be the primary indicator of wealth within the community. Most buildings are not decorated with any integral features, but instead use ivy, flowers, and other natural elements in planters of on trellices to breathe life into the structure they grow upon.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà is buildings are grouped arround an odd layout of crampt paverstone streets, which seems to be based on an overlapping squair patern such that there are small squares at the cornor of every bigger square. Sometimes buildings exist in the smaller squaires, other times they are open spaces, or occupied by temporary structures. The city has a fortified albit thin brick wall. The wall has most of the feeatures of a typical castle wall, just on a much smaller scale and and budget. Notably brick isn't a particuarly soild choice for resisting siege weapons. Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà's wall wouldn't hinder a proper army, but it is more than sufishent for bandits and other small marauding groups. The city's monster and outlaw focused fortifications are visibly old, but also obviously well maintained. Its likly the local malishia or garrison are tasked with routine mantance of the city's defences.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà has the unmistakable air of a city on its last legs. Everything is a bit slipshod and ramshackle. Everyone is at work, or drinking. No one has anything in their eyes other than fear and despair. Whatever industry once fueled Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà ’s existence has dried up and the city is drifting down the stream of history as it dries up. On top of this is an unmistakable feeling that Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà is in this condition because there is something terribly wrong with the city. Maybe it’s the way fog blankets the ground, but only in the connors of places. Maybe it’s the vermin scuttling between shadows in the corner of your eyes. Perhaps it’s the overcast sky which seemed to creep out of nowhere, or the distant howling of wolves. Maybe it’s all of those things together, or perhaps it's the way these elements combine which makes you worry someone might stab you in a dark ally for your boots. It’s not filthy, or dark, but the smiles seem strained, the locals seem to glare daggers in eachothers backs a little too much, and everyone is armed at all times. You may want to keep an eye on your valuables, and make sure you don’t wind up in any position of power. Regardless, you do not feel it would be wise to remain in Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà long.

Civic Infrastructure

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà possesses a Aethary Link for its accademic, government, and financial institutions. Public Aethary access is available through one or more of these intitutions.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà has an animal control department which works to enforce local ordinances relating to the control, impoundment, and disposition of animals.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà 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 Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà. They are also responsible for the maintenance of these features. Notably, the OCG is not responsible for Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà's parks.

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

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà has a government-funded child care program, overseen by the local Department of Nursemaids, which is responsible for providing childcare to working-class citizens according to local ordinances.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà 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.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà has a Guild of Nurses, which is tasked with caring for the elderly and infirm in accordance with local ordinances, religious values, and customs.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà has a Department of Firefighters, which is responsible for organizing fire fighting efforts during a fire and enforcing local ordinances relating to fire safety.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà 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.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà has a Hall of Slayers, which is tasked with maintaining the roads and highways leading into town as well as keeping them safe for travelers.

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

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà has an Theological Academy which trains clergy in various arcane and theological topics required for their occupations.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà possesses a Galvanic Power Grid, which brings galvanic current to most if not all buildings in town, and permits a great many consumer goods to function within the Large City. Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà's grid is powered by a god's will and kindness.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà's old civil lighting system was converted to Galvanic Lamps recently, and expanded to provide nighttime illumination to all city streets.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà has a first rate hospital which caters to anyone in need of long term medical care.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà has a library, which keeps a large collection of books, scrolls, and archives all manner of physical items. While not open to the public, the librarians and scholars employed by the library will assist anyone with their research needs, and wealthy individuals can purchase membership to access the library's materials themselves. In spite of being generally closed to the public, the library has a room with several Aether Linked devices available to the public during business hours.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà 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 Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà's natural decorations nor waterways.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà 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.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà 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.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà 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.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà is home to a University which provides higher education in a variety of fields, and also serves as a research institute for those same fields.

Cultural Notes

Life is hard in Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà. Its people are impoverished compared to their peers elsewhere. Something is making the locals stay, however, whether fear of the alternative, hope for a better future, or a stubborn attachment to their ancestral lands. Whatver the reason, living in this harsh area for generations has made the people of Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà a notably resourceful and hearty people.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà's bank was built using a different architectural style from the rest of the town. The style used is characterized by order, symmetry, formal design, grandiosity, and elaborate ornamentation. Architectural characteristics include balustrades, balconies, columns, cornices, pilasters, and triangular pediments. Stone exteriors are massive and grandiose in their symmetry; interiors are typically polished and lavishly decorated with sculptures, swags, medallions, flowers, and shields. Interiors will often have a grand stairway and opulent ballroom..

In Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà it is impossible to directly or indirectly lie.

The Sandman near Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà are known to be quite timid.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà's citizens partake in a curious ritual relating to their local kami. It takes place in autumn and involves consuming a local toxin to channel Chronomancy energies of tier 2 via mimery.

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.

Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà Census Data: Year 2000

18456 of Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà's population work within a Foundational Occupation.

• 1016 work in Agriculture
• 4191 work as Craftsmen
• 1481 work as Merchants
• 2755 work as Service Workers
• 1897 work as General Laborers
• 758 work as Skilled Laborers
• 2698 work as Civil Servants
• 1633 work in Cottage Industries
• 1011 work as Artists
• 1016 work in Produce Industries

29499 of Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà's population do not work in a formal occupation, but do contribute to the local economy. 978 (2%) are noncontributers.

Points of Interest

POI

History

The the a crown of Illusion, an a crown imbued with notable amounts of Illusion energies was created near Boke Hi̊bzikusèlbà by in time immemorial, reportedly some time during the late 2nd century.

History