Nogdǟ We̜n Kez

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez (/ˈnogdaː/ /we̜n/ [expensive] [merchandise]) is a subtropical Large Town located in the Zde̜ze̜ Moot of the Viceroyalty of Rosid.

The name Nogdǟ We̜n Kez is derived from the Wood Elvish language, as Nogdǟ We̜n Kez was founded by Aptenopia Gharthat, who was culturaly Wood Elven.

Climate

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez has a yearly average temperature of 19°C (66°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 12°C (53°F). Nogdǟ We̜n Kez receives an average of 155 cm/y (61 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the fall. Nogdǟ We̜n Kez covers an area of nearly 6 km² (2 mi²), and an average elevation of 2714 m (8904 ft) above sea level.

Overview

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez was founded durring the early 16th century in summer of the year 1519, by Aptenopia Gharthat. The establishment of Nogdǟ We̜n Kez 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.

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez was built using the conventions of Wood Elven durring the early 16th century. Naturaly, all settlmentss have their own look to them, and Nogdǟ We̜n Kez is no diffrent. The town's buildings feature delicute timber framework hidden behind layer upon layer of finly ground plaster bleached to an almost glossy white sheen, with green clay tiled roofs and decorative brass-leafed trim. Even the smallest, poorest looking structures appear to be expencive thanks to the extreem elegence of the organic shapes and paterns going into their lofty, spire-y, vagly gothic designs. The more well off folks live in identicle homes, save for even shiner trim and a more whimsical appearance to their structures flowing forms.

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez is is constructed arround a semi-circular broad gravel mainstreet, with smaller strait roads linking the circiles to eachother at varrious points. The town posesses a fortified albit thin wall of querried stone. This wall posesses most of the features of a castle wall, though it is constructed from cheeper inferior stone. It would pose a minor chalange for an attacking army, though it's clear the wall's true purpose is to crush the hopes of bandits and marauders. Astonishigly, the failry decent fortifications are in pristine condishion, as if they had just been finished before you laied eyes upon them.

The town shows nothing out of the ordinary, at first glance. Then you start to notice all the small things. Each window has seven iron nails pounded into the sill. Every door has a sprig of holly overhead. Every well is branded with purity seals and runes to ward the contents. Everyone is carrying a small charm for safety or fortune, be it a rabbit’s foot, a horseshoe, or other little totems.

Civic Infrastructure

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez 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 Nogdǟ We̜n Kez. They are also responsible for the maintenance of these features. Notably, the OCG is not responsible for Nogdǟ We̜n Kez's parks.

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

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez 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.

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

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez 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.

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

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez 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 Town. Nogdǟ We̜n Kez's grid is powered by an arcane means.

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

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez 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 Nogdǟ We̜n Kez's natural decorations nor waterways.

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez 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.

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez 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.

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez 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

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez's mayor's house was built using a different architectural style from the rest of the town. The style used is known for its buildings being predominantly formed through the combination of basic geometric shapes. However, it shown in the detailing given to the structures such as its characteristic tall columns, intricate detail, symmetry, harmony, and balance in their designs to an astonishing degree of precision. Decorative elements for the buildings tended to be built into the structure itself, making great use of fluting, frescoes, inlays, and embossing.

In Nogdǟ We̜n Kez it is impossible to directly or indirectly lie.

The Drake, Fire near Nogdǟ We̜n Kez are known to be almost tame, such that they can be put to domestic use.

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez's citizens partake in a curious ritual relating to their local kami. It takes place in autumn and involves ritual combat to channel Illusion energies of tier 2 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.

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez Census Data: Year 2000

527 of Nogdǟ We̜n Kez's population work within a Foundational Occupation.

• 30 work in Agriculture
• 119 work as Craftsmen
• 43 work as Merchants
• 86 work as Service Workers
• 53 work as General Laborers
• 19 work as Skilled Laborers
• 79 work as Civil Servants
• 44 work in Cottage Industries
• 24 work as Artists
• 30 work in Produce Industries

1032 of Nogdǟ We̜n Kez's population do not work in a formal occupation, but do contribute to the local economy. 64 (4%) are noncontributers.

Points of Interest

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez is uncommonly rich, not only for the gentry but for the common citizens as well. They may produce a valuable good, oversee precious resource extraction, have special economic favors from the ruler, or simply have inherited a vast body of infrastructure. Their neighbors likely view them with envy, and outside raiders and exploiters find them an ideal target.

Nogdǟ We̜n Kez is known for its well built pedestrian paths, which include foot bridges to cross the main street at several high-traffic areas.

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History

In time immemorial, reportedly some time during the early 2nd century the Kami blessed the town with good fortune for a year and a day. One of Nogdǟ We̜n Kez's local festivals commemorates this miracle.

History