Difference between revisions of "Azimir"

Azimir is located in the southern part of the country, near the border with [[Tashikk]] and [[Emul]]. It's location is well-protected from highstorms.{{book ref|sa2|i|9}} It is one of the larger cities on [[Roshar]], with population exceeding that of [[Kholinar]], and far greater population density.{{wob ref|3824}}{{wob ref|3825}}

Azimir is one of the oldest cities on the planet. That it has its own [[Oathgate]] implies that it might've been the capital of [[Makabakam]], the [[Silver Kingdoms | Silver Kingdom]] within whose lands it would've lainlaid during the Heraldic Epochs.{{book ref|sa3|8}}{{map ref|silver kingdoms}}

In 17731173, the city saw a string of assassinations as [[Szeth]], under orders from [[Taravangian]], assassinated the [[Prime Aqasix]] after Prime Aqasix as they were being elected, leading to a succession crisis as prospective candidates grew too fearful to apply. At the same time, the city was visited by the herald [[Nale]], who was hunting [[Lift]] for her [[Surgebinding]]. The meeting between them in the [[Bronze Palace]] led to Lift revealing her abilities and [[Gawx]] being elected the new Prime after she healed him.{{book ref|sa2|i|9}}

Following the [[Everstorm]], the former [[Parshmen]] left the city, and attempted to sue the government for their back pay.{{book ref|sa3|8}} While the negotiations took place, the Azish intended to destroy the city's [[Oathgate]]. - howeverHowever, those plans were abandoned after [[Dalinar Kholin]] convinced the Azish government to join his alliance, and the Oathgate was unlocked by Lift for easy access to [[Urithiru]], while the negotiations with the [[Singer]]s broke down with the arrival of the [[Fused]].{{book ref|sa3|65}}

== LandmardsLandmarks ==

;'''The [[Bronze Palace]]'''

The [[Bronze Palace]] is the seat of the [[Azir |Azish]] government, and the home of the [[Prime Aqasix]]. Its name comes from it being mostly made out of bronze through [[Soulcasting]]. This includes not only its walls and spires, but also trees and decorations.{{book ref|sa2|i|9}}