Fulmando

Fulmando was the second largest city in the nation of Millisymph. It was located in the center of the east coast of Millisymph oeste in the Bay of Millisymph, part of the Bays of Khoren. it had a population of a little over 300,000 people as of 1742.
==History==
Fulmando was originally a fishing village. As Millisymph began more trading with its neighbors on the bays and became increasingly important for ships traveling through, it grew quickly in size.
During the Great Western War, it became the site of battles as ships from both sides attempted to claim it for shore leave. This culminated in 1598 in the Battle of Fulmando when the city was virtually destroyed. After the end of the war, Millisymph began strictly limiting military passage through El estrecho de Millisymph and the city was rebuilt.
== Geography ==
Fulmando had a hilly geography, including hills and canyons. For the most part, the wealthier neighborhoods were either on the hills or by its eastern coast on the Bay of Millisymph.
The climate was a tropical monsoon climate (in Earth terms, Köppen climate classification Am), with significantly drier winters. Winter temperatures were generally warm with little precipitation, while summers were hotter and significantly more humid. Overall, the weather was considered relatively pleasant, with winters almost ideal. With the exception of magical alteration, snow was not seen here.
== Economy ==
The city was heavily focused on international trade and tourism. Typically, a relatively large number of people in the city were visitors, sailors and travelers on holiday. Due to Millisymph's emphasis on neutrality, weapons were licensed and strictly limited. The city's fishers and divers were the primary source for the valued and delicious Xudwie fish, Pekala pearls, and Absalom caviar. While not mined in the city, the very rare red and pink diamonds could sometimes be found here. It was also a center for manufacturing ships; some of the best sailboats were made here.
==== Demon dust ====
Beginning during the Trynsern-Zazimar War, the city became Millisymph's center for both the creation and distribution of demon dust. Because of the nation's neutrality, this was manufactured strictly for the nation's own defense; selling it to another nation or an unauthorized buyer was a capital crime. (A seeming exception to the defense rule was that fireworks were manufactured for the New Year's Festival in the city of Cathros. However, this was technically considered a "defensive display" to remind other nations that Millisymph had demon dust and could defend itself). 
The secret to manufacturing the dust was apparently held for centuries in La biblioteca de Lahahana la loca. The discovery of a copy of the original 1489 manuscript of alchemist Gurner Mordh'Dhagai who discovered demon dust was reported during the war.
== Society ==
Humans form the largest percentage of the population, but many other races could be found here. The population was about 76% mainstream Human, 9.5% Gnome, 7% Goblin, 4% Thalosian, 1% Halfling, and 2.5 percent other. There were a number of Merfolk who lived off of the coast, but they were generally not considered city residents.
Perhaps due to its history of neutrality as part of Millisymph, the city was unusually tolerant of racial differences. Many Goblins and Thalosians were either born here or came here voluntarily. As the city did not allow slavery except by law, some were escaped slaves or their descendants (a high percentage of the goblin population came from escaped slaves).
Most citizens worshipped the Divine Circle blended with Daeism and Gnomish and indigenous beliefs. Many of the deities had different names and were described differently. For example, whereas Daeism was ordinarily opposed to the Divine Circle, here they were blended, with Daeus considered one of the greater gods of the circle. For another, the Sisters of Surrea (here called Las Hermanas de Surrea) and several others saw the goddess of woman warriors as also being the goddess of knowledge; i.e., Grebonia. A significant proportion of the population still worshipped the old gods of Millisymph. In practice, the old and the new mixed freely here with each other and with other beliefs. Like Millisymph in general, Fulmando was religiously tolerant.
The primary language was Thisslam (sometimes called Thissaliman or Lamadien), which was a blending of Thissalin and native languages. However, because it was a port city, most visitors could likely find someone who spoke their native language.
== Government ==
The city had been overseen since 1738 by Duque Miguel Amorando. The duke was known for his success in the art of romance perhaps more than he was for his administration, which he openly left largely in the hands of his advisors. However, he was a quite capable administrator, and an expert at judging people including choosing wise advisors.
Laws were relatively free for a city in Edyleine, but quite strict in matters of weapons and the military. Carrying any non-peace bonded weapon beyond a staff or knife was strictly regulated and requires a license unless acting under the authority of a visiting noble or other dignitary. Military ships were greatly restricted from docking here, and generally could only do so with prior approval or in case of an emergency.
Practicing mages were required to be registered with either the city authorities, a noble, or a guild; the same was true for practicing alchemists. This regulation included visitors to the city, and was strictly enforced in the city limits and somewhat less so in the immediately surrounding areas. Anyone involved in the production of demon dust was required to be registered with Millisymph authorities, this regulation was strictly enforced; the punishment for violation was execution by firearms.
=== El protector de la ciudad de Fulmando ===
The City Guard of Fulmando was theoretically under the duque (duke), but in practice was more under the duke's advisors and its captain. They were known for their competency and a number had significant maritime experience.
=== Sister cities ===
Fulmando had several sister cities. Due to Millisymph's emphasis on neutrality, it was careful to have these from various nations including many that were not allies with each other. The cities included the following.
* Seadale
* Trynser City, Empire of Trynser
* Valasdan, Pengaldia
* Zephamegren, Zazimar
== Groups and Associations ==
There were a number of prominent groups and organizations in Fulmando. Some of the best known are below.
=== Los alquimistas del ratón morado ===
It was also called The Alchemists of the Purple Mouse. It was the only officially recognized alchemists' guild in Fulmando. However, those who primarily produced demon dust typically worked directly for the nation of Millsymph.
=== El consorcio de los magos de Fulmando ===
Also known as The Mages Consortium of Fulmando, this was a loose coalition of the various recognized mages guilds and groups of the city. Typically, it also included alchemists (except most of those who specialized in demon dust), although the alchemists had their own guild. Wizards who worked with demon dust typically worked directly for the nation of Millsymph, but were still part of the consortium.
=== Los Hermanos de Santa Qut ===
The Brothers of St. Qut were a holy order of men named after Santa Qut (Saint Qut).
=== Las Hermanas de Santa Qut ===
The Sisters of St. Qut were a holy order of women named after Santa Qut (Saint Qut).
=== Las hermanas de Surrea ===
As women warriors, the Sisters of Surrea were often viewed as something of an oddity here, but the wise would respect their ability. As was true of some others, the sisters here saw the goddess of women warriors as also being the goddess of knowledge, and thus were followers of Grebonia.
=== La orden de la mano rápida ===
The Order of the Quick Hand was a secret organization devoted to "quickly moving valuables from your hand to ours." It was an organized crime syndicate believed to be headquartered in the Distrito de Bifelcu.
== Districts ==
Fulmando had several distritos or districts. Some are listed below.
=== Distrito de Bifelcu ===
The District of Bifelcu was a relatively nice-looking district that extended from the central portion of the coast to the western end of the city. In also had a reputation for "questionable morality."`It was rumored that La orden de la mano rápida was headquartered here.
*La sirena y rosa: Usually called The Mermaid and Rose by Trynsern-speaking visitors, this expensive establishment was technically an inn, but in practice was more of a high-class brothel. It actually sat on the edge of two districts, Bifelcu and Santa Qut.
=== Districto de la Colina ===
The "Hill District" was the seat of government offices and the duque's castle. It was located inland west of Santa Qut, Bifelcu, and Jardin. It literally sat on a hill, the highest point in the city.
* El cetro borracho: Translated as the Drunken Sceptre, this was one of the nicer pubs in Fulmando.
=== Districto de Jardín ===
"The Garden District" was actually one of the poorer districts, and was located in the southwestern part of the city, inland from the coast.
*Hogar de San Qut infantil: Also called the Children's Home of St. Qut, it was an orphanage run by Las Hermanas de Santa Qut. It primarily took care of sick, abandoned and abused children. It relied on donations to survive.
=== Distrito del Mar del Sur ===
The "District of the Southern Sea" was a district that touched the coast on the southern end of the city and extended west. The name was misleading, as it was on the Bay of Millisymph and not "Mar del Sur," but the name is based on an older indigenous name. It was neither particularly rich or poor, but the coastal area was avoided by prudent locals.
==== Coastal area ====
*El cuchillo de la sangre: Also known as the Knife of Blood, this was a coastal tavern frequented by sailors.
*Perro Negro: This was an inn located on a rocky outcrop on the coast near a bordello of the same name.
*Perro Negro: This was a bordello located on a rocky outcrop on the coast near an inn of the same name.
==== Inland area ====
*El barrio de la uva: The "Grape Neighborhood," located in the northeastern portion of the district, was known locally for its grapes and both locally and in other areas for its raisins. It was somewhat known for wine, and for having a high percentage of zorra-personas (fox people).
*La biblioteca de Lahahana la loca: The Library of Lahahana the Mad was begun by Lahahana in the 1440s and survived both El gran incendio de 1489 (The Great Fire of 1489) and the Great Western War. Use of the library was restricted.
*La casa del ratón morado: "The house of the purple mouse" was the guild house for Los alquimistas del ratón morado, the city's alchemist guild. 
*El cementerio de Lahahana: This was the cemetery behind La biblioteca de Lahahana la loca.
*El ingenio de la Universidad de la luz de las estrellas: "The Academy of Starlight Engine" was a prominent university known for its innovation and inventiveness.
*El mesón de Mar del Sur: This was one of the district's best-known inns.
*El orfanato de Santa Qut del mar del sur: The Orphanage of St. Qut of the Southern Sea was run by Los Hermanos de Santa Qut. It primarily took care of sick, abandoned and abused children. It relied on donations to survive.
*La pequeña posada de la zorra: The Little Vixen Inn was a nice inn on the edge of El barrio de la uva that, ironically, did frequently have fox-people as guests.
*El pub de los nudillos sucios: In spite of its name, the Dirty Knuckles Pub was actually a relatively clean pub where fights were rare.
*La taberna de trol solitario: The Lone Troll Tavern was a relatively nice tavern.
*El templo de la cosecha en polvo de Leathania: The Harvest Powder Temple of Leathania.
*El templo de Grebonia de Fulmando: The city's primary Temple of Grebonia.
=== Distrito de Santa Qut ===
This district was perhaps the wealthiest district in the city. It was located on the northern portion of the coast, and was named after Santa Qut (Saint Qut).
*Cutruzzula's: This was one of the more expensive taverns on the eastern coast of the city, and one of the best.
*El mesón de la rana rosa: Translated as "Inn of the Pink Frog," this was one of the nicest inns in the city.
*La sirena y rosa (see Distrito de Bifelcu)
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