Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm

Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm (/əˑj̼/ /j̼əm/ [question] [general]) is a subtropical Town located in the Sti̊ci̊q Region of the Tetbur Commune.

The name Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm is derived from the Tauric language, as Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm was founded by Neryl Berkeley Flint Powys, who was culturaly Tauric.

Climate

Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm has a yearly average temperature of 21°C (69°F), with its average temperature during the summer being a pleasant 25°C (77°F) and its average temperature during the winter being a cool 18°C (64°F). Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm receives an average of 290 cm/y (114 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the summer. Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm covers an area of nearly 5 km² (2 mi²), and an average elevation of 2844 m (9330 ft) above sea level.

Overview

Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm was founded durring the early 10th century, by Neryl Berkeley Flint Powys. The establishment of the new community went well, with no major obsticles durring construction.

Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm was built using the conventions of Tauric durring the early 10th century. Naturaly, all settlmentss have their own look to them, and Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm 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.

Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm is buildings are located arround a single premissive carved bedrock mainstreet which forms a clockwise spiral to give the town a over all circular shape. The town emploies a series of defencive earthworks, spikes, and fences to provide some protection against wild beasts and smaller groups of intelegent foes. The minimaly adiquite has suffered a visible ammount of structural damage, leaving them effectivly useless. One can't help but wonder why the has not yet effected repairs.

Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm has the unmistakable air of a town 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 Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm ’s existence has dried up and the town is drifting down the stream of history as it dries up. Even with that as it is, everything is just a little too worn down, a little too dirty, or much of both. The town should be gone, not dying. No one makes eye contact. Kids play quietly, but happily. Occasionally a passerby glances at you out of the corner of their eye, staring just long enough for it to be uncomfortable.

Civic Infrastructure

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

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

Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm 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 āiē̼j̼àm 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 āiē̼j̼àm 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.

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

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

Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm 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 āiē̼j̼àm's natural decorations nor waterways.

Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm 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 āiē̼j̼àm 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

Life is hard in Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm. 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 Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm a notably resourceful and hearty people.

Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm's garrison was built using a different architectural style from the rest of the town. The style used is characterized by grandeur of scale, simplicity of geometric forms, dramatic use of columns, and a preference for blank walls. This design ethos extended to re-imagining earlier styles of structure to create them anew, with a similar overall look and feel to one another..

Due to the actions of local Kami, winter is long in Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm.

The Howler near Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm are known to be quite timid.

Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm's citizens partake in a curious ritual relating to their local kami. It takes place in autumn and involves sex to channel Transmutation energies of tier 1 via chanting.

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 āiē̼j̼àm Census Data: Year 2000

440 of Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm's population work within a Foundational Occupation.

• 27 work in Agriculture
• 96 work as Craftsmen
• 34 work as Merchants
• 70 work as Service Workers
• 44 work as General Laborers
• 16 work as Skilled Laborers
• 63 work as Civil Servants
• 44 work in Cottage Industries
• 22 work as Artists
• 24 work in Produce Industries

860 of Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm's population do not work in a formal occupation, but do contribute to the local economy. 113 (8%) are noncontributers.

Points of Interest

Odíhg āiē̼j̼àm is known for its unusual rock formations.

POI

History

The the a wagon of Truename Magic, an a wagon imbued with potent amounts of Truename Magic energies was created in Obu̹ Qàbâ by in time immemorial, reportedly some time during the late 2nd century.

History