Soniel

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Background

The region of Soniel is one of the two main entry-points to the Dark Isle (the other being Ecsetuah) and is well guarded and fortified. It has been the landing point for many invasion attempts by Arcachon's enemies, including the Highland Empire which no longer exists, and more recently by Arcaea. The religion of the people is Adgharhinism. The Flag of Soniel is a Black Anvil on a Red Field.

Soniel is known as "The Anvil of the Dark Isle" because armies shatter on its defenses. The people of Soniel are a hard breed, proud of their unconquered position. Fanatical in devotion to their religion of Adgharhinism, they think most fellow Arcachonites as soft and regard other nationalities and religions with condescension at best, contempt and hatred at worst. They make good soldiers and in the past regarded their leader, the Marquis of Soniel, with almost religious awe, equal in stature to the Ruler of Arcachon.

That all changed when Sir Terril Ni'Tessine, an outsider like no other, was named Marquis. Initially very distrustful, the people of Soniel have started to respect him (but not accept him) after he personally led the defense of Soniel in two separate wars and successfully pushed back the invaders.

Description

The fortified town of Soniel, is a coastal port with a good harbor and modest town walls protected by towers. They provide some protection for the town but it is the tall imposing cliffs that are in fact the true defense of that region. To the north of the town the highway stretches northwards through Rrerat to the capitol of Enlod. The town itself glowers south across the narrow straits that separate the island from the mainland region of Unotosa.

The town of Soniel is foremost a military base and then a trading town, and typically is home to many militia. It holds a central fortified Headquarters and Administration area, surrounded by many barracks. These barracks are only partially filled by the vast militia until wartime, when they then will fill with visiting troops. The harbor itself is protected by two stone towers built on two opposing cliffs projecting out to sea. Each tower holds a catapult and several ballistae for repelling attacking ships. The western tower flies the flag of Soniel and the eastern tower flies the flag of Arcachon. In bad weather a fire beacon is built on each tower to guide ships home.

Economy

The economy of Soniel is built on the huge fishing fleet, that provides enough food for the region and for export, and also on trade. Soniel is home to many craftsmen and traders, and goods from foreign parts and various parts of the Dark Isle change hands for gold in the shaded markets and canteenas of the merchant quarter. Ships and sailors from many realms can be seen in the harbour.

The Temple of the Anvil

The temple of Adgharhinism in Soniel is known as The Temple of the Anvil.