As-Dazen

As-Dazen is the oldest and greatest of the dwarven ksars. At the time of the Dwarven Empire, it served as the imperial seat of power. Since then, it has been the preeminent city of all dwarfkind. With a population of nearly 100 000, it matches many of even the largest cities on the surface. It name was originally Ksar as-Dazen Urdular, meaning City of White Marbles. 
For over two milennia, the city has served as the seat of the Dwarven Concord and is the meeting place of representatives from across the Red Mountains. The city itself is governed by the Council of the Sages, made up of senior members of the city's aristocracy and merchant class. 
As-Dazen exerts a heavy influence on its neighbouring ksars. It is the dominant power in the southern Red Mountains area and maintains a rivalry with both the Northern Orcs and the ksar of Hazhduk.