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== Geography == |
== Geography == |
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| + | Thaylen City is located on the northwestern coast of the largest of the islands forming [[Thaylenah]]. It sits on the shores of [[Longbrow's Straits]], a strip of ocean dividing Thaylenah from the [[Roshar]]an mainland.{{map ref|Roshar}} The city was built inside a massive, natural [[lait]] to protect it from [[highstorm]]s. It's surrounded by mountains, offering additional protection.{{map ref|Thaylen City}} While the local climate is warmer than in the [[Frostlands]] across the Straits, it's still cold, especially at night.{{book ref|sa2|1}}{{book ref|sa3|117}} |
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| − | Located back from the north western shore of the island of [[Thaylenah]], inside a natural [[lait]] which faces west to the [[Longbrow's Straits]] and is surrounded by mountains.{{expand}} |
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| + | In [[Shadesmar]], Thaylen City can be recognized by the dais of its [[Oathgate]], which sits a little off the shore on the [[Thaylen Sea]]. A single bridge allows for accessing the dais from land.{{map ref|Sea of Lost Lights}}{{book ref|sa3|115}} |
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| − | Thaylen City is divided into different Wards. |
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| + | == Layout == |
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| − | '''Ancient Ward ''' |
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| − | :The Ancient Ward is located the middle of the city. This is the portion of the city represented in [[Kabsal]]'s [[Cymatics]]. {{book ref|sa1|33}}This Ward is the original city that was theoretically created by the [[Dawnsingers]].{{cite}} |
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| + | Thaylen City is built on the mountainside, and divided into a number of districts, called Wards. The '''Ancient Ward''', located in the city's center, is Thaylen's oldest section. It's built out of stone and rises slightly above the surrounding ground, with a street layout following a [[cymatics|cymatic]] pattern.{{book ref|sa3|58}}{{book ref|sa1|33}} |
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| − | '''North Ward''' |
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| − | :The North ward sits next to the Ancient ward and Loft wards. |
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| + | From the west, the Ancient Ward is followed by the '''Low Ward''', where numerous businesses and government buildings are located. The Low Ward is bracketed from the west by a long wall going north to south between the mountain slopes. The city wall served as a minor windbreak for those fortunate enough to have lived right by it when the Everstorm arrived.{{book ref|sa3|58}} A southern portion of it was breached during the [[Battle of Thaylen Field]], though the gap was later filled in with [[Soulcast]] metal by [[Jasnah Kholin]].{{book ref|sa3|120}} |
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| − | '''South Ward''' |
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| − | :The South ward sits next to the Ancient ward, the Low ward, and the Loft ward. |
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| + | Past the city wall lays the area now known as the '''Thaylen Field'''. Prior to the [[True Desolation]], this area was well-developed, with numerous taverns, warehouses and shops. The famous Thaylen docks were located on the shore there, stretching across the southern portion of the peninsula.{{map ref|Thaylen City}} Unfortunately, the docks area was not built to withstand violent weather, due to the protection offered by the mountainside. As such, it was swept away by the [[Everstorm]], leaving it ruined and empty.{{book ref|sa3|58}} |
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| − | '''Royal Ward''' |
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| − | :The Royal ward contains both the palace and its Ten Temples dedicated to the [[Herald]]s. Many of the temples were used to house wounded after the Everstorm wounded and displaced many. |
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| + | Surrounding the Ancient Ward from north and south are the '''North Ward''' and the '''South Ward'''. To the east, the city begins to climb up the mountain slope in a series of tiered terraces called the '''Loft Wards''', which climb up to the '''Royal Ward'''. The Royal Ward is the city's representative section. It includes numerous palaces and mansions, including the Royal Palace, the seat of the Thaylen monarchs, as well as ten temples dedicated to the [[Herald]]s of the [[Almighty]]. Following the Everstorm, those temples were mainly used to house the numrous wounded and homeless citizens.{{book ref|sa3|58}}{{book ref|sa3|59}} |
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| − | '''Loft Ward''' |
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| − | :Located between the Royal ward and the Ancient ward, the Loft ward likely sustained heavy damage from the [[Thunderclast]]s on their way to the [[Oathgate]]. |
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| + | The city's [[Oathgate]] is locatated on the same level as the Royal Ward, albeit further north, closer to the cliffs leading to the ocean. A small ramp leads up to it from the city proper. To the east, right past the Royal Palace, a trio of roads leads outsite, forming Thaylen's only land connection to the rest of the island.{{map ref|Thaylen City}}{{book ref|sa3|58}} |
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| − | '''Low Ward''' |
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| − | :The Low Ward is Positioned between the ancient ward and the City wall. A fair amount of the cities remaining mercantile infrastructure including the [[Thaylen Gemstone Reserve|Thaylen City Gemstone Reserve]] were heavily damaged following the Battle of Thaylen Field. |
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| + | In the past, the city has a developed system of aqueducts and sewers to deal with the water; however, most of it has been torn apart by the first Everstorm.{{book ref|sa3|12}} |
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| − | === The Wall === |
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| − | The Wall protects Thaylen City from attack from the west front of the city. Existing between the docks and and the Low ward of Thaylen City the wall would have helped serve as a storm break for a portion of the city. |
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| + | [[File:Thaylen city map.jpg|thumb|left|200px|The ancient Thaylen City; in the present, this part is known as the Ancient Ward]] |
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| − | == Landmarks == |
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| − | '''Thaylen Oathgate''' |
+ | ;'''Thaylen Oathgate''' |
| − | :The Thaylen Oathgate is located on the northern edge of the city in the Royal Ward. It was turned into a sculpture garden. |
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| + | :The ancient [[Thalath]] Oathgate is located on the northern edge of the city, next to the Royal Ward. As with the other Oathgates, its original purpose was lost to time, although it has retained religious significance.{{book ref|sa3|12}} In the present, it has been turned into a sculpture garden.{{book ref|sa3|58}} |
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| + | Some remnant of the Oathgate's function remains in the Thaylen folk lore. It some legends, it's referred as the "portal of worlds", and some believe that a [[Passions|Passionate]] enough woman would be able to open it. The story is particularly popular among young Thaylen girls.{{book ref|sa3|12}} |
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'''Docks''' |
'''Docks''' |
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| − | :The Thaylen docks were located outside the fortifications and constructed primarily of wood. They were swept away during the first |
+ | :The Thaylen docks were located outside the fortifications and constructed primarily of wood. They were swept away during the first Everstorm. |
'''Temples''' |
'''Temples''' |
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Revision as of 14:48, 11 September 2019
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| Nation | Thaylenah |
| World | Roshar |
| Universe | Cosmere |
Thaylen City is the capital of Thaylenah. [1]
Geography
Thaylen City is located on the northwestern coast of the largest of the islands forming Thaylenah. It sits on the shores of Longbrow's Straits, a strip of ocean dividing Thaylenah from the Rosharan mainland.[2] The city was built inside a massive, natural lait to protect it from highstorms. It's surrounded by mountains, offering additional protection.[3] While the local climate is warmer than in the Frostlands across the Straits, it's still cold, especially at night.[4][5]
In Shadesmar, Thaylen City can be recognized by the dais of its Oathgate, which sits a little off the shore on the Thaylen Sea. A single bridge allows for accessing the dais from land.[6][7]
Layout
Thaylen City is built on the mountainside, and divided into a number of districts, called Wards. The Ancient Ward, located in the city's center, is Thaylen's oldest section. It's built out of stone and rises slightly above the surrounding ground, with a street layout following a cymatic pattern.[8][1]
From the west, the Ancient Ward is followed by the Low Ward, where numerous businesses and government buildings are located. The Low Ward is bracketed from the west by a long wall going north to south between the mountain slopes. The city wall served as a minor windbreak for those fortunate enough to have lived right by it when the Everstorm arrived.[8] A southern portion of it was breached during the Battle of Thaylen Field, though the gap was later filled in with Soulcast metal by Jasnah Kholin.[9]
Past the city wall lays the area now known as the Thaylen Field. Prior to the True Desolation, this area was well-developed, with numerous taverns, warehouses and shops. The famous Thaylen docks were located on the shore there, stretching across the southern portion of the peninsula.[3] Unfortunately, the docks area was not built to withstand violent weather, due to the protection offered by the mountainside. As such, it was swept away by the Everstorm, leaving it ruined and empty.[8]
Surrounding the Ancient Ward from north and south are the North Ward and the South Ward. To the east, the city begins to climb up the mountain slope in a series of tiered terraces called the Loft Wards, which climb up to the Royal Ward. The Royal Ward is the city's representative section. It includes numerous palaces and mansions, including the Royal Palace, the seat of the Thaylen monarchs, as well as ten temples dedicated to the Heralds of the Almighty. Following the Everstorm, those temples were mainly used to house the numrous wounded and homeless citizens.[8][10]
The city's Oathgate is locatated on the same level as the Royal Ward, albeit further north, closer to the cliffs leading to the ocean. A small ramp leads up to it from the city proper. To the east, right past the Royal Palace, a trio of roads leads outsite, forming Thaylen's only land connection to the rest of the island.[3][8]
In the past, the city has a developed system of aqueducts and sewers to deal with the water; however, most of it has been torn apart by the first Everstorm.[11]
![[2]](#cite_note-OB_Roshar.jpg-2){kind=link}
![[3]](#cite_note-Thaylen_City.jpg-3){kind=link}
![[6]](#cite_note-Sea_of_Lost_Lights.jpg-6){kind=link}
Landmarks
- Thaylen Oathgate
- The ancient Thalath Oathgate is located on the northern edge of the city, next to the Royal Ward. As with the other Oathgates, its original purpose was lost to time, although it has retained religious significance.[11] In the present, it has been turned into a sculpture garden.[8]
Some remnant of the Oathgate's function remains in the Thaylen folk lore. It some legends, it's referred as the "portal of worlds", and some believe that a Passionate enough woman would be able to open it. The story is particularly popular among young Thaylen girls.[11]
Docks
- The Thaylen docks were located outside the fortifications and constructed primarily of wood. They were swept away during the first Everstorm.
Temples
- It is traditional to visit all ten temples in the city, showing off both the Royal Ward and the city's piety.
History
The once extensive docks of Thaylen City were mostly destroyed when the Everstorm first arrived. Much of the fleet that was in the harbor were destroyed or stolen by the awakened Parshmen.[citation needed][expand] Thaylen City was the site of the Battle of Thaylen Field.
Trivia
![[12]](#cite_note-Four_Cities.jpg-12){kind=link}
Notes
- ↑ a b c The Way of Kings chapter 33#
- ↑ Map of Roshar
- ↑ a b c Map of Thaylen City
- ↑ Words of Radiance chapter 1#
- ↑ Oathbringer chapter 117#
- ↑ Map of Sea of Lost Lights
- ↑ Oathbringer chapter 115#
- ↑ a b c d e f Oathbringer chapter 58#
- ↑ Oathbringer chapter 120#
- ↑ Oathbringer chapter 59#
- ↑ a b c Oathbringer chapter 12#
- ↑ The Four Cities
