Oncian

==Overview==
Oncian was an ancient city of C'thardjia and for a time was declared its own separate realm. With the advent of Thar in 1999 BG, the C'thardji founder took residence in Saveen and in time a city formed surrounding the modest castle. By 1387 BG the city was prospering as a cultural hub of C'thardjia. However, following the nearby eruption of Holly Hill, the city fell in to decline and was soon abandoned. In time the city rose again and was considered partially restored by 1000 BG. Shortly after, likely in 991 BG, the ruling Bhn'clan transformed the city into their own independent kingdom. At first the kingdom was fairly successful, largely due to its relationship with the neighbouring Truvenscia, then a new kingdom keen to branch out. Their sucess was shortlived however, and by 942 BG the clan were at war with C'thardjia. By 940 BG Oncian was once again a part of C'thardjia resulting in yet another decline of Oncian. By around 500 BG the once great city now held little relevance in C'thardjia and was a stark contrast in size to its peak. As if doomed, once again devastation came to Oncian as a massive earthquake destroyed much of the city. And so the former legendary city of Oncian was abandoned for a final time. By the time of Mazu's Conquest of C'thardjia the city was in complete ruin and all but forgotten. 
Despite its abandonment and though buried by sand, by 301 AG, its location remained known and parts had been excavated to study and visit. The city was described as massive and of great beauty, having taken much influence from the structures of Sorn'Yzra. Though many stories of the city were presumed to be greatly exaggerated, such as its size, scholars agreed it was an impressive feat for its time. 
Category:Cities