Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù (Síhmiz /ˈi̘rlʊ/ [casual] [yogurt]) is a subtropical Large City located in the Persinia Community of the Tetbur Commune.

The name Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù is derived from the Tauric language, as Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù was founded by Dhan Thomas, who was culturaly Tauric.

Climate

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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). Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù receives an average of 206 cm/y (81 in/y) of precipitation, most of which comes in the form of rain during the fall. Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù covers an area of nearly 272 km² (108 mi²), and an average elevation of 1896 m (6220 ft) above sea level.

Overview

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù was founded durring the early 12th century in fall of the year 1123, by Dhan Thomas. The establishment of Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù was built using the conventions of Tauric durring the early 12th century. Naturaly, all settlmentss have their own look to them, and Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù is no diffrent. The city's buildings feature timber framed wooden shiethed or brick construction, which gives form to a very formalized, rational, expence effishent arcatectural style based on strictly symmetrical designs which universaly feature pitched roofs, shutters, and the occasional column or pilaster for a decorative touch.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù is buildings are speckled and packed arround restrictive flagstone streets with seemingly no patern to them. It appears as if the city's residents simply built streets as they pleased and squeazed buildings in wherever and howeave rpossible, creating an organic, frustrating to navigate, maze of a city. The city has a defencive wall made from large clay bricks. The wall is constructed to the exact specifications of millitary fortifications, but the nature of its clay brick construction leaves it vulnerable to even outdated siege equipment. That said, the city is well defended against anything short of an army. Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù's brittle defences 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 city as needed.

A look around Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù has something terribly wrong with it. It’s impossible to put one’s finger on, but something is horribly wrong. 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 with the simple fact that it is abundantly clear Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù suffered something horrible some time ago. It's as if the town itself is depressed. Smiles are few, cheer is nowhere to be had. Everyone quietly goes about their daily business not looking anyone in the eye. Regardless, you do not feel it would be wise to remain in Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù long.

Civic Infrastructure

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

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

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

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

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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.

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

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

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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.

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

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù has an Arcane Academy which provides higher education in the arcane sciences.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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. Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù's grid is powered by a direct leyline tap.

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

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

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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 Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù's natural decorations nor waterways.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù 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

Religious leaders are influential in almost any community, but in Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù they make up the final authorities. It may be an explicit theocracy, with rule by the clerics of a particular faith, or a temple might be so important and powerful that the official leaders are helpless to resist its will. The locals can be expected to be loyal adherents to the faith, or else the less pious majority is deeply intimidated by the religion’s believers.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù's town hall was built using a different architectural style from the rest of the town. The style used is best known for its functional shapes, abstract shapes used sparingly for decor, simple color schemes, holistic design, and basic industrial materials. Its simple designs were created to be beautiful, functional, and mass-producible. The style used little to no embellishment or ornamentation, instead drawing attention to the streamlined design, such as flat roofs to create a simple, geometric look. The simplicity masks the style's nearly sinister functionality, as every last feature is designed to guide the people living in the building in how to make the most efficient use of the structure.

In Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù the water is caffeinated.

The Plant-Imbued Ape near Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù are known to be a mutant strain of the creature.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù's citizens partake in a curious ritual relating to their local kami. It takes place in spring and involves sex to channel Chronomancy energies of tier 3 via proclamations.

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.

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù Census Data: Year 2000

24307 of Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù's population work within a Foundational Occupation.

• 1331 work in Agriculture
• 5494 work as Craftsmen
• 1992 work as Merchants
• 3738 work as Service Workers
• 2489 work as General Laborers
• 997 work as Skilled Laborers
• 3515 work as Civil Servants
• 2193 work in Cottage Industries
• 1318 work as Artists
• 1240 work in Produce Industries

34753 of Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù's population do not work in a formal occupation, but do contribute to the local economy. 5135 (8%) are noncontributers.

Points of Interest

Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù has a substantial mill pond located a short distance from town.

POI

History

In time immemorial, reportedly some time during the late 2nd century a local hero by the name of spared the town from the rampage of a legendary monster. Qi̘v Síhmizi̊rlù created a local delicacy in 's honor which is served at festivals.

History