Azalea

Azalea, previously known as Noordmel, is a town within the western most region of Syltor owned by Norfthorn. It is one of the oldest areas within the region, but has not been populated or built within until Winter of 1070 ACA, where Zìrán Valentine gained ownership of the land and began rebuilding from the ground up.
Little information remains in regards to the towns residents and origins before the winter of 1070 ACA. The town now takes on a mixed style of architecture, owing to its highly mixed population and cultures. The towns main religion is that of Leuadism, which is reflected in many buildings and practices the town takes on. Dedicating themselves to total neutrality, leaving little in the way of laws, outside of nature conservation and religious sites.
== Etymology ==
Azalea is composed of multiple cultures, races, and religions. Through this, its name "Azalea" hails from the Azalea plant, found in many different areas and depths, surviving even the dimmest of areas, no matter climate. The name was also likely taken in regard to the towns dense foliage and gardens, being one of few things protected by official law in the area. 
Those hailing from Azalea are known as "Azalean", though the term itself is rarely used, in favor of other identifiers. 
== Heraldry ==
Azaleas flag originates from the primary religions within the town, Leuadism and Twin Dragon, incorporating Leuadisms belief in the dragons being the sun and moon into the flags design. The flag has a notched end, intended to be hung downward as opposed to being upon its side. 
== History ==
==== Beginning of 1070 ACA ====
Upon the beginning of 1070 ACA, a border complaint between Norfthorn and a United Crowns of Syltor city, Umbravien, was made. Azalea, being directly on the border with Umbravien, discussed the borders and peacefully handled the issue at hand, resulting in no further action. This incident helped build a bond between the two cities, resulting in a bridge being built between the two as a trade route. In current times, despite the ongoing Goblin Town war and rising tensions with UCS, Azalea and Umbravien remain friendly and have supported each other economically.
Category:Traveler's Era