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==Introduction==
 
==Introduction==
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The city of Libidizedd is a prosperous trade city located on an island at the northern end of the great central sea of [[Dwilight]]. The city is connected by trade routes to the cities of [[Eidulb]] and [[Mimer]]. From there the trade routes branch out and lead to several other cities through greatly profitable trade routes. A [[has feature::marketplace]] has been constructed in Libidizedd to facilitate trade among the northern realms.
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Libidizedd is a prosperous trading city located on an island at the northern end of the great central sea of Dwilight.  It has a warm pleasant climate.  It is now held by the Kingdom of [[Westgard]] but is famous as the birthplace of the Theocracy of [[Astrum]]. As such it is holy to [[Sanguis Astroism]] and is a place of pilgrimage. Due to it's central position on the trading routes, the city is a hotbed of intrigue, with domestic and foreign spies, diplomats and assassins all vying for advantage.
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The people are a garrulous, olive skinned race, who pride themselves as inheritors of the high culture of [[Morek]] and [[Astrum]]. They feel superior to peoples of less sophistication. Although the Astroist faith features prominently in public life, they have a liberal culture given to debating, philosophy, local democracy, poetry and play writing. They also have a strong martial culture in defense of their city. Fitness and martial skills are encouraged in the young. There is a tradition of settling matters of honor through duels.
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The city is located on the northern shore of the island, and has a natural harbor opening into the Cobalt Gulf. The western shore of the harbor is a tall, sheer cliff, while the eastern shore has gentle sloping cliffs leading to sandy beaches. Several piers extend into the harbor to provide mooring. The city is well protected in all directions by strong walls and towers. The harbor being guarded by a heavy chain that can be raised to seal the entrance and by towers bearing artillery to ward of any enemy fleet. To the south of the city walls lie farming estates producing wheat, olives, grapes, lemons, oranges and dairy produce.
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Trade is the lifeblood of the city. Many commoners work in sea or trade related professions, but there is also an industry to service the pilgrims who flock to the city, while other workers tend the farming estates or quarry the cliffs for white limestone.
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==Buildings==
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====The Governor's Palace====
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Constructed in 2008 by Duke Brance Indirik (First Astrumite Margrave of Libidizedd)
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Once known as The Royal Palace of Astrum and seat of the ruler of Astrum, this building now serves a more humble role as the seat of the Westgardian Governor of Libidizedd. It is a grand, rectangular, flat roofed building of three stories, built of the local white limestone, and fronted by a classical peaked entrance supported by six pillars. It is situated atop the cliffs above the western reaches of the harbor. From  this location it commands a breath-taking view of both the harbor and the ocean.
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====Star of the Sea Temple====
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Constructed in 2008 by Duke Brance Indirik (First Astrumite Margrave of Libidizedd)
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This temple of Sanguis Astroism is located next to the Governor's Palace and shares the same cliff top views. It was constructed by Duke Brance Indrik in 2008, but was renamed by Governor Vincenzo Falconi in 2023. When the liberating forces of Westgard arrived by sea, Vincenzo saw the white towers of the Temple on the cliffs and remarked "It is like a fair Star hanging over the Sea". The temple is constructed as most temples of Sanguis Astroism, with three tall towers. Each tower is dedicated to one of the three Blood Stars. One of the most remarkable features of the temple is the large, three-paned stained glass ceiling of the main hall. The three panes depict a stylized map of the continent of Dwilight. The windows are aligned such that the Blood Stars shine through the window to indicate the current phase of the Stars. At midnight on the day of each Star's Ascencion, it shines brightly through the city of Libidizedd in the central pane.
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====The Arena====
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Constructed in 2023 by Governor Vincenzo Falconi (First Westgardian Governor of Libidizedd)
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Built on the site of an earlier smaller Ampitheatre, this vast oval construction has become the heart of entertainment in the city. It is used to hold games, sporting competitions, circuses, horse races and several plays and small events can be held simultaneously in different parts of the Ampitheatre. Duels of honour are often held in its grounds by special license.
  
 
==History==
 
==History==
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The city of Libidizedd was first conquered by enterprising nobles from the realm of [[Morek]]. Long-secret plans finally came to fruition on the First of May, under the brightly shining [[Sanguis Astroism|Austere star]]. With the great sympathy that the commoners of Libidizedd felt for the realm of Morek, the city veritably rushed to greet the new colonists. In a little over 24 hours the colonists had completely taken control of the governance of the city. During the takeover, the nobles of Morek took the opportunity presented to them to confirm that the city of Libidizedd had never before acknowledged the governance of a noble realm.
 
  
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==The Royal Palace of Astrum==
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====Settlement of Libidizedd & Founding of Astrum (2008-05-01):====
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The royal palace of Astrum is built atop the cliffs above the western reaches of the harbor. From this location the palace commands a breathtaking view of both the harbor to the east and the ocean to the north. The cliff-top location of the palace also marks the highest spot on the island, with the exception of the small mountain at the far western tip. The site therefore holds religious significance, as it signifies the Vasila's relationship as closest to the Blood Stars that are holy to the followers of [[Sanguis Astroism]]. The palace is the residence of both the Vasila of Astrum and the Duke of Libidizedd.
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The city of Libidizedd was first conquered by seven nobles from the realm of Morek, it had never before acknowledged the governance of a human realm. Long-secret plans finally came to fruition on the First of May 2008, under the brightly shining Austere star. The citizens responded positively to the advances of the new colonists. In a little over 24 hours the colonists had completely taken control of the governance of the city. After taking the city, the colonists founded the realm of Astrum with Libidizedd as it's capital.  
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The seven founding colonists were:
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* Alexandria Dwarvenite, Vasila and first ruler of Astrum
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* Justin Greystone, Strategos and first General of Astrum
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* Aram Stien, Haruspex Maximus and first Judge of Astrum
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* Marrick Montrez, Fiduciary and first Banker of Astrum
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* Brance Indirik, Duke and Margrave of Libidizedd
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* Boreal Arakiss, Marshal of the Order of Astrum
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* Sergio Mozzoni, First Count of Libiddo
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====City abandoned during The Great Monster Invasion - Starting (2014-03-03):====
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In the years leading up the Great Monster Invasion, Astrum stretched down the entire central coast of western Dwilight, spanning from the North Shore down to the West Hills . Once the Great Monster Invasion struck (2014-03-03), Astrum, like all other realms, was forced to abandon the west and move to the eastern half of the continent, and also temporarily abandoned Libidizedd. The city was abandoned the city on 2014-04-27 and recovered on 2015-04-12.
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====War between Astrum & Tol Goldora for Libidizedd (2020-07-10 to 2021-02-07):====
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On Astrum's western border was Tol Goldora, at that time a privateering and trade-based realm with a tradition of raiding.  Tol Goldora instituted raids on Astrum near its capital of Libidizedd. The raids escalated and a full war ensued. The war resulted with Tol Goldora taking the regions of Dizeddo and Libiddo and receiving the city as a prize of the war. Astrum's capital was relocated to Freke.
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====Tol Goldoran Rule (2021-02-07 and 2022-01-28 ):====
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Tol Goldora held Libidizedd during this period, after which it was returned to Astrum as part of a treaty settlement.
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====City abandoned with the Passing of Astrum (Dec 2022):====
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By Dec 2022 the realm of Astrum had dwindled to just seven nobles and they decided to dissove the realm. Their regions along with the city of Libidizedd were allowed to fall into anarchy and the nobles departed, most of them joined the nearby realm of Westgard.  
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====Liberation by Westgard (2023-03-03):====
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The realm of Westgard, greatly expanded by the addition of ex Astrum knights, took over the city of Libidizedd on 2023-03-03, putting to the sword the regiments of monsters and undead who were preying on the surviving citizens.
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The liberating force was made up of the following nobles:
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* High King Gheric Arylon
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* Duke Sparticus II Bathgate
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* Lord Vincenzo Falconi (First Westgardian Governor of Libidizedd)
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* Lord Aelius Rousselor
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* Lord Hengist deLacy
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* Dame Iulia Baceolus
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* Sir Arceo Pandorium
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* Dame Sonya Jimenez
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==The Temple of Sanguis Astroism==
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====Revolt to join Wicrose (2023-05-04)====
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The first temple of an organized religion in the city was constructed by Duke Brance Indirik, and dedicated to the faith of Sanguis Astroism. The temple is located next to the royal palace of Astrum. It, too, shares the palace's breathtaking view of the harbor of Libidizedd. The temple is constructed as most temples of Sanguis Astroism, with three tall towers. Each tower is dedicated to the following of one of the three Blood Stars. One of the most remarkable features of the temple is the large, three-paned stained glass ceiling of the main hall. The three panes depict a stylized map of the island of Dwilight. The windows are aligned such that the Blood Stars shine through the window to indicate the current phase of the Stars. At midnight on the day of each Star's ascension, it shines brightly through the city of Libidizedd in the central pane.
 
  
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==Regional Information==
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Due to over expansion by Westgard, the people of Libidizedd revolted and embraced Wicrose. They elected Eiric Wilde, one of the leaders to the Wicrose rebellion, as their leader. Eiric immediately demolished all the great recruitment centers from the golden age of Astrum.
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Investment Cost: 410 gold
 
  
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==Statues and Monuments==
 
  
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====Monument to The Seven Founders of Astrum in Forest Tower====
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====Reclaimed by Westgard through military action (2023-05-14)====
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A Grand Memorial built to commemorate the Seven Founding Nobles of the Holy Theocracy of Astrum, the First Theocracy to rise in the Western Dwilight. Aram Stien, Alexandria Dwarvenite, Brance Indirik, Boreal Arakiss, Justin Greystone, Marrick Montrez, and Sergio Mozzoni.
 
  
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— erected by Strategos Kihalin Lapallanch from Astrum
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Westgard reclaimed the city from Wicrose by military action and takeover.
  
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====Statue to Kihalin Lapallanch in Forest Tower====
 
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A Golden Statue of Kihalin Lapallanch pointing his sword toward the city of Darfix on his old horse to commemorate all those who fought under him during the Great Western War where Astrum fought Niselur, Aslyon and Farronite Republic.
 
  
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— erected by Strategos Kihalin Lapallanch from Astrum
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==Lords of Libidizedd==
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* {{DRC|2008-05-01|Astrum|???}}
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* {{DRC|2014-01-06|rogue|}}
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* {{DRC|2014-02-07|Astrum|???}}
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* {{DRC|2014-04-27|rogue|}}
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* {{DRC|2015-04-12|Astrum|???}}
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* {{DRC|2016-03-28|rogue|}}
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* {{DRC|2016-04-15|Astrum|???}}
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* {{DRC|2018-08-31|Astrum|[[Aurelius Family|Dragomir Aurelius]]}}
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* {{DRC|2019-06-30|Astrum|[[Zahnbalotia Family|Jakoth Zahnbalotia]]}}
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* {{DRC|2021-02-07|Tol Goldora|[[McGahee Family|Va'Tori McGahee]]}}
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* {{DRC|2022-01-28|Astrum|???}}
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* {{DRC|2022-04-12|Astrum|[[Snodaert Family|Carlos Snodaert]]}}
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* {{DRC|2022-05-15|Astrum|???}}
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* {{DRC|2022-10-26|Astrum|[[Aurelius Family|Gambit Aurelius]]}}
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* {{DRC|2022-10-29|rogue|}}
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* {{DRC|2022-02-05|Westgard|[[Falconi Family|Vincenzo Falconi]]}}
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* {{DRC|2023-05-04|Wicrose|[[Wilde Family|Eiric Wilde]]}}
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* {{DRC|2023-05-14|Westgard|[[Falconi Family|Vincenzo Falconi]]}}

Latest revision as of 22:54, 19 October 2023

Libidizedd
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Allegiance
Island
Realm
Duchy
Lord 		Dwilight
Westgard
Cobalt
Vincenzo Falconi
Statistics
Type
Weather
Economy
Population
Gold
Food 		City
North Mediterranean
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27172

Introduction

Libidizedd is a prosperous trading city located on an island at the northern end of the great central sea of Dwilight. It has a warm pleasant climate. It is now held by the Kingdom of Westgard but is famous as the birthplace of the Theocracy of Astrum. As such it is holy to Sanguis Astroism and is a place of pilgrimage. Due to it's central position on the trading routes, the city is a hotbed of intrigue, with domestic and foreign spies, diplomats and assassins all vying for advantage.

The people are a garrulous, olive skinned race, who pride themselves as inheritors of the high culture of Morek and Astrum. They feel superior to peoples of less sophistication. Although the Astroist faith features prominently in public life, they have a liberal culture given to debating, philosophy, local democracy, poetry and play writing. They also have a strong martial culture in defense of their city. Fitness and martial skills are encouraged in the young. There is a tradition of settling matters of honor through duels.

The city is located on the northern shore of the island, and has a natural harbor opening into the Cobalt Gulf. The western shore of the harbor is a tall, sheer cliff, while the eastern shore has gentle sloping cliffs leading to sandy beaches. Several piers extend into the harbor to provide mooring. The city is well protected in all directions by strong walls and towers. The harbor being guarded by a heavy chain that can be raised to seal the entrance and by towers bearing artillery to ward of any enemy fleet. To the south of the city walls lie farming estates producing wheat, olives, grapes, lemons, oranges and dairy produce.

Trade is the lifeblood of the city. Many commoners work in sea or trade related professions, but there is also an industry to service the pilgrims who flock to the city, while other workers tend the farming estates or quarry the cliffs for white limestone.

Buildings

The Governor's Palace

Constructed in 2008 by Duke Brance Indirik (First Astrumite Margrave of Libidizedd)

Once known as The Royal Palace of Astrum and seat of the ruler of Astrum, this building now serves a more humble role as the seat of the Westgardian Governor of Libidizedd. It is a grand, rectangular, flat roofed building of three stories, built of the local white limestone, and fronted by a classical peaked entrance supported by six pillars. It is situated atop the cliffs above the western reaches of the harbor. From this location it commands a breath-taking view of both the harbor and the ocean.

Star of the Sea Temple

Constructed in 2008 by Duke Brance Indirik (First Astrumite Margrave of Libidizedd)

This temple of Sanguis Astroism is located next to the Governor's Palace and shares the same cliff top views. It was constructed by Duke Brance Indrik in 2008, but was renamed by Governor Vincenzo Falconi in 2023. When the liberating forces of Westgard arrived by sea, Vincenzo saw the white towers of the Temple on the cliffs and remarked "It is like a fair Star hanging over the Sea". The temple is constructed as most temples of Sanguis Astroism, with three tall towers. Each tower is dedicated to one of the three Blood Stars. One of the most remarkable features of the temple is the large, three-paned stained glass ceiling of the main hall. The three panes depict a stylized map of the continent of Dwilight. The windows are aligned such that the Blood Stars shine through the window to indicate the current phase of the Stars. At midnight on the day of each Star's Ascencion, it shines brightly through the city of Libidizedd in the central pane.

The Arena

Constructed in 2023 by Governor Vincenzo Falconi (First Westgardian Governor of Libidizedd)

Built on the site of an earlier smaller Ampitheatre, this vast oval construction has become the heart of entertainment in the city. It is used to hold games, sporting competitions, circuses, horse races and several plays and small events can be held simultaneously in different parts of the Ampitheatre. Duels of honour are often held in its grounds by special license.

History

Settlement of Libidizedd & Founding of Astrum (2008-05-01):

The city of Libidizedd was first conquered by seven nobles from the realm of Morek, it had never before acknowledged the governance of a human realm. Long-secret plans finally came to fruition on the First of May 2008, under the brightly shining Austere star. The citizens responded positively to the advances of the new colonists. In a little over 24 hours the colonists had completely taken control of the governance of the city. After taking the city, the colonists founded the realm of Astrum with Libidizedd as it's capital.

The seven founding colonists were:

  • Alexandria Dwarvenite, Vasila and first ruler of Astrum
  • Justin Greystone, Strategos and first General of Astrum
  • Aram Stien, Haruspex Maximus and first Judge of Astrum
  • Marrick Montrez, Fiduciary and first Banker of Astrum
  • Brance Indirik, Duke and Margrave of Libidizedd
  • Boreal Arakiss, Marshal of the Order of Astrum
  • Sergio Mozzoni, First Count of Libiddo


City abandoned during The Great Monster Invasion - Starting (2014-03-03):

In the years leading up the Great Monster Invasion, Astrum stretched down the entire central coast of western Dwilight, spanning from the North Shore down to the West Hills . Once the Great Monster Invasion struck (2014-03-03), Astrum, like all other realms, was forced to abandon the west and move to the eastern half of the continent, and also temporarily abandoned Libidizedd. The city was abandoned the city on 2014-04-27 and recovered on 2015-04-12.


War between Astrum & Tol Goldora for Libidizedd (2020-07-10 to 2021-02-07):

On Astrum's western border was Tol Goldora, at that time a privateering and trade-based realm with a tradition of raiding. Tol Goldora instituted raids on Astrum near its capital of Libidizedd. The raids escalated and a full war ensued. The war resulted with Tol Goldora taking the regions of Dizeddo and Libiddo and receiving the city as a prize of the war. Astrum's capital was relocated to Freke.


Tol Goldoran Rule (2021-02-07 and 2022-01-28 ):

Tol Goldora held Libidizedd during this period, after which it was returned to Astrum as part of a treaty settlement.


City abandoned with the Passing of Astrum (Dec 2022):

By Dec 2022 the realm of Astrum had dwindled to just seven nobles and they decided to dissove the realm. Their regions along with the city of Libidizedd were allowed to fall into anarchy and the nobles departed, most of them joined the nearby realm of Westgard.


Liberation by Westgard (2023-03-03):

The realm of Westgard, greatly expanded by the addition of ex Astrum knights, took over the city of Libidizedd on 2023-03-03, putting to the sword the regiments of monsters and undead who were preying on the surviving citizens.

The liberating force was made up of the following nobles:

  • High King Gheric Arylon
  • Duke Sparticus II Bathgate
  • Lord Vincenzo Falconi (First Westgardian Governor of Libidizedd)
  • Lord Aelius Rousselor
  • Lord Hengist deLacy
  • Dame Iulia Baceolus
  • Sir Arceo Pandorium
  • Dame Sonya Jimenez


Revolt to join Wicrose (2023-05-04)

Due to over expansion by Westgard, the people of Libidizedd revolted and embraced Wicrose. They elected Eiric Wilde, one of the leaders to the Wicrose rebellion, as their leader. Eiric immediately demolished all the great recruitment centers from the golden age of Astrum.


Reclaimed by Westgard through military action (2023-05-14)

Westgard reclaimed the city from Wicrose by military action and takeover.


Lords of Libidizedd

  • 2008-05-01 Astrum - ???
  • 2014-01-06 rogue -
  • 2014-02-07 Astrum - ???
  • 2014-04-27 rogue -
  • 2015-04-12 Astrum - ???
  • 2016-03-28 rogue -
  • 2016-04-15 Astrum - ???
  • 2022-01-28 Astrum - ???
  • 2022-05-15 Astrum - ???
  • 2022-10-29 rogue -
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