Summersea
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Summersea is the capital city of Emelan. It is ruled by Duke Vedris who maintains a Citadel on the westernmost point of the harbor.
[edit] Harbor and fortifications
The city is recognised as one of the safest harbors in the Pebbled Sea and attracts traders from many different cities. To keep the city safe, there are many fortifications, from strong walls with guard towers to sea walls joining many of the islands in the harbor. The only entrance it has a chain—spanning the fifteen hundred yards distance[1] between Tombstone and Harbormaster's tower—to prevent any unwanted ships from attacking.[2] There is also a boom between Maja and Tombstone islands which prevents passage. There ars lighthouse beacons on Astrel and Maja islands to guide ships, and a watch tower on Bit Island. Astrel, Maja, Crescent and Bit islands are all named after the currency of Emelan.
[edit] Layout and districts
The Mire is a slum just outside the eastern city walls where the poorest inhabitants live. To the South of the Mire is the Fishing Village where Pasco Acalon's friend Osabo Netmender lives. In the centre of the city is the Market Square, where Tris raised a water spout to help her friends when she was not in complete control of her magic. Other areas include the East District, where the poor live, just a cut above the Mire. Just west of it is Copper Triangle, bounded by Potter's Lane. Nearer the Duke's Citadel is Emerald Triangle, where Fountain Square and Spicer Street are situated.
Peace is kept by the Provost's Guard, led the Lady Provost. They are nicknamed Harriers. The Duke's Guard is the Duke's personal bodyguard.
The Winding Circle temple is nearby but is outside the walls of the city and is independent.
[edit] Notes and references
- ↑ Tris's Book, Cp. 6 (p. 92; Scholastic paperback)
- ↑ Tris's Book, Cp. 6 (p. 89; Scholastic paperback)
