Small City: Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ
Example Rattu architecture.

State	Lallalo
Provence	Temmī̄f Principality
Region	Kërǟd-zdu Forest
Founded	1651
Community Leader	Lord Lahgo
Area	10 km² (4 mi²)
Average Yearly Temp	7°C (44°F)
Average Elevation	1558 m (5111 ft)
Average Yearly Precipitation	275 cm/y (108 in/y)
Population	2406
Population Density	240 people per km² (601 people per mi²)
Town Aura	Truename Magic
Naming
Native name	Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ
Pronunciation	/ˈkələ/ /ˈs̺ɪːkʊ/
Direct Translation	[physical; tangible] [harmony]
Translation	[Not Yet Translated]

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ (/ˈkələ/ /ˈs̺ɪːkʊ/ [physical; tangible] [harmony]) is a subtropical Small City located in the Temmī̄f Principality of the Lallalo.

Climate

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ has a yearly average temperature of 7°C (44°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a cool 19°C (66°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a freezing -5°C (23°F). Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ receives an average of 275 cm/y (108 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of snow during the pleasantly short winter months. Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ covers an area of nearly 10 km² (4 mi²), and an average elevation of 1558 m (5111 ft) above sea level.

Overview

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ was founded durring the late 17th century in early winter of the year 1651, by Vú̄kīnḱ Goûftaw̄ 'Mystioned Heaven' Dä̂ Cú̄ Rēbō. 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 Vú̄kīnḱ Goûftaw̄ 'Mystioned Heaven' Dä̂ Cú̄ Rēbō.

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ was built using the conventions of Rattu durring the late 17th century. Naturaly, all settlmentss have their own look to them, and Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ 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.

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ 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 sits comfortably behind a palisade wall complete with a timber gatehouse and battlments. Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ's timber-based walls has sufferd soem light damage, reducing its function a little in some spots, but could almsot certainly preform as expected... Though some of the worse spots could lead to the loss of defenders lives if attackers identified the weaknesses ahead of time.

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ 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. Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ ’s existence was once fed by scholarly pursuits. But the income once drawn in by the works of scribes and academics has dried up and the city is drifting down the stream of history as it dries up. Everywhere about the city one can see abandoned schools, libraries, and other academic structures. Locals can be overheard having academic discussions, as well as talking about scholarly subjects in general. It’s quite clear the city places a lot of value on education and being a learned individual. Even in these times.

Civic Infrastructure

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

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ 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 Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ. They are also responsible for the maintenance of these features. Notably, the OCG is not responsible for Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ's parks.

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

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ 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.

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ 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.

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

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ 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.

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ 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.

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

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

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ has a first rate hospital which caters to anyone in need of long term medical care.

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ 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 Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ's natural decorations nor waterways.

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ 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.

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ 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.

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ 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

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ's garrison was built using a different architectural style from the rest of the town. The style used is famous for its stately symmetry, classical elements, and grand appearance. Columns and pillars, such as Corinthian columns, are often seen supporting open structures or porticos. Symmetry is an important feature of this style, with each half of a building mirroring the other. Domed ceilings and windows grace these buildings, with everything placed in a mathematical arrangement.

Due to the actions of local Kami, spring is skipped in Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ.

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ's citizens partake in a curious ritual relating to their local kami. It takes place in summer and involves sacrificing an animal to channel Charm energies of tier 1 via moments of science.

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.

Agriculture

Dairy Farmers: 4
Farmers: 7
Farm Laborer: 12
Hunters: 8
Milk Maids: 6
Ranchers: 3
Ranch Hands: 6
Shepherds: 6

Farmland: 9696 m²
Cattle and Similar Creatures: 601
Poultry: 7218
Swine: 481
Sheep: 24
Goats: 4
Horses, Mounts, and Beasts of Burden: 240

Craftsmen

Arms and Toolmakers: 5
Blacksmiths: 5
Bookbinders: 3
Buckle-makers: 3
Cabinetmakers: 5
Candlemakers: 9
Carpenters: 7
Clothmakers: 7
Coach and Harness Makers: 2
Coopers: 6
Copper, Brass, Tin, Zinc, and Lead Workers: 3
Copyists: 2
Cutlers: 2
Fabricworkers: 5
Farrier: 13
Furriers: 1
Glassworkers: 8
Gunsmiths: 4
Harness-Makers: 2
Hatters: 4
Hosiery Workers: 1
Jewelers: 2
Leatherwrights: 6
Locksmiths: 2
Matchstick makers: 3
Musical Instrument Makers: 3
Painters, Structures and Fixtures: 3
Paper Workers: 3
Plasterers: 3
Pursemakers: 4
Roofers: 2
Ropemakers: 2
Rugmakers: 2
Saddlers: 4
Scabbardmakers: 5
Scalemakers: 2
Scientific, Surgical, and Optical Instrument Makers: 1
Sculptors, Structures and Fixtures: 2
Shoemakers: 2
Soap and Tallow Workers: 8
Tailors: 15
Tanners: 3
Upholsterers: 3
Watchmakers: 3
Weavers: 6
Whitesmiths: 2

Merchants

Adventuring Goods Retellers: 1
Arcana Sellers: 1
Beer-Sellers: 3
Booksellers: 3
Butchers: 5
Chandlers: 6
Chicken Butchers: 6
Entrepreneurs: 2
Fine Clothiers: 6
Fishmongers: 5
Florists: 1
Potion Sellers: 4
Resellers: 10
Spice Merchants: 3
Wine-sellers: 4
Wheelwright: 3
Woodsellers: 2

Service workers

Bakers: 14
Barbers: 10
Coachmen: 3
Cooks: 10
Doctors: 5
Gamekeepers: 3
Grooms: 2
Hairdressers: 8
Healers: 6
Housekeepers: 6
Housemaids: 12
House Stewards: 6
Inns: 2
Laundry maids: 4
Maidservants: 8
Nursery Maids: 4
Pastrycooks: 8
Restaurateur: 10
Tavern Keepers: 10

Specialized Laborer

Ashworkers: 3
Bleachers: 2
Chemical Workers: 1
Coal Heavers: 5
In-Town Couriers: 5
Long Haul Couriers: 5
Dockyard Workers: 5
Gas Workers: 1
Hay Merchants: 1
Leech Collectors: 6
Millers: 5
Miners: 4
Oilmen and Polishers: 3
Postmen: 5
Pure Finder: 2
Skinners: 7
Sugar Refiners: 1
Tosher: 3
Warehousemen: 8
Watercarriers: 5
Watermen, Bargemen, etc.: 7

Skilled Laborers

Accountants: 3
Alchemist: 3
Clerk: 5
Dentists: 2
Educators: 6
Engineers: 3
Gardeners: 2
Mages: 1
Plumbers: 2
Pharmacist: 2
Professors: 1
Scientists: 1
Wizards: 1

Civil Servants

Adventurers: 2
Bankers: 3
Civil Clerks: 5
Civic Iudex: 2
Consultants: 1
Exorcist: 5
Fixers: 2
Kami Clerk: 4
Landlords: 4
Lawyers: 2
Legend Keepers: 4
Militia Officers: 14
Monks, Monastic: 7
Monks, Civic: 7
Historian, Oral: 6
Historian, Textual: 3
Policemen, Sheriffs, etc.: 5
Priests: 10
Rangers: 3
Rat Catchers: 3
Scholars: 3
Spiritualist: 4
Slayers: 1
Storytellers: 10
Military Officers: 9

Cottage Industries

Brewers: 7
Comfort Services: 9
Enchanters: 2
Herbalists: 2
Jaminators: 7
Needleworkers: 8
Potters: 4
Preserve Makers: 6
Quilters: 3
Seamsters: 14
Spinners: 7
Tinker: 2
Weaver: 5

Artists

Actors: 2
Bards: 3
Costumers: 1
Dancers: 2
Drafters: 1
Engravers: 1
Fine Furniture Carpenters: 1
Glaziers: 2
Inlayers: 2
Musicians: 6
Painters, Art: 1
Playwrights: 2
Sculptors, Art: 2
Wood Carvers: 8
Writers: 7

Produce Industries

Butter Churners: 10
Canners: 7
Cheesmakers: 8
Ice Merchants: 1
Millers: 5
Picklers: 4
Smokers: 3
Stockmakers: 2
Tobacconists: 3
Tallowmakers: 5

832 of Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ's population work within a Foundational Occupation.

1430 of Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ's population do not work in a formal occupation, but do contribute to the local economy. 144 (6%) are noncontributers.

Points of Interest

Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ is reliant on an industry or product that has toxic or negative side-effects as part of its production. The good is extremely valuable, or the community is extremely desperate, and the side effects are endured as a necessary evil. It may be that their neighbors or lord are forcing them to produce the good so that they aren’t the ones suffering the cost.

Due to a magical anomaly, Kîhà S̺îkû Kâchyâ is directly accessible from a nearby river, despite the lack of a physical connection between the town's pond and the river.

History

In time immemorial, reportedly some time during the early 2nd century a local hero by the name of spared the town from an attack. The recitation of the hero's story remains a popular tavern and fair tale.