Barony of Ebonspire

**Ruler**
 **Liege Lord**
 **Landmarks**
* Raven's Hollow (town)
* Silverspire (town)
* The Raven's Nest Theatre
* Silverstone Mines

The **Barony of Ebonspire**, formerly known as the Barony of Silvermoor was established in the year of 604 K.Y. in the northwest region of the County of Halston Falls along side another barony with the intent to make certain Count Thibaut Baudelaire's offspring each gained title and lands. Upon his death, Barony of Laencaster was passed on to Lord Jean Baudelaire, the second son, while the County was passed onto the elder brother, Haenri. Ebonspire is known for its rich silver mines, and stone quarries, making it an industrious Barony.

The third child, a daughter, did not live passed her third year of life, thus, leaving Silvermoor without a Baron for many years. Lord Haenri Baudelaire, oversaw the Barony along side the County until he left on military business, leaving his brother, Jean as steward over the lands. Upon his return, he discover that his brother had a gambling addiction and had all but run the County and the Baronies beneath it into the ground. Haenri stripped Jean of his lands and titles, returning all to his own control and that of his new wife,Lady Lysenia Baudelaire. Upon his death, she was left to oversee all of the holdings, along with her own.

Today, the Barony is under the noble lord, Lord Alvin Flaretwist, having been entrusted with the Barony by the Countess given his benevolent and protective nature. Not to mention, the man did love his coin and it was best suited to his talents and personality. There, he erected what is known as the Ebonspire, where he continues his work and studies in the arcane. Today, the Barony continues to prosper beneath his care and rule.

## Culture

Ebonspire has long been known for its resources in gems, white granite stone and precious metals. Trade is alive and well there, making it a crucial holding for the County of Halston Falls. It has been one of the main providers for the white granite seen all over the Kingdom's holdings over the years. Its people are robust and loyal.

### Religious Beliefs

Most residents are devout followers of the Church of the Holy Light. There is a small spattering of those who follow other known Alliance faiths.

### Local Holidays

Citizens of Halston Falls celebrate all of the Azerothian holidays as well as a couple of their own.

The Festival of Renewal is the celebration of the end of Winter and the beginning of Spring which takes place at the end of March. It is celebrated with a two-day tournament known as the Golden Crucible held at the tournament grounds located East of Whitford.

The Autumn Harvest takes place in Bredon Village every year on the second weekend of September. The people come together to help harvest from the Golden Oak Orchards and hold a festival and community dinner in the village square where bobbing for apples and apple dessert contests are held.

## Economy & Resources

Thick with trees, the Barony produces a wealth of silver and white granite for many of the demesnes of the Stormwind Kingdom. Around the town of Silverspire in the south part of the Barony resides several farms that are renowned for the quality of the produce that comes from there.

## History

### Founding

The Barony of Silvermoor is established as a future gift to the third born child of House Baudelaire, meant to be granted to them upon their eighteenth birthday. Sadly, the child, a girl, passed at too early an age and the Barony was gifted to the Count's wife until her own passing thus leaving it in the hands on Count Haenri Baudelaire until his death.

### Present Day

The Barony of Silvermoor was gifted to Lord Alvin Flaretwist by Lady Baudelaire for his friendship and loyalty and has continued to prosper beneath the watchful eyes of the Baron. Today, it continues produce and profit from precious metal and stone while providing much of the County and other Baronies with a plethora of food resources.

## Gallery

Former Shield of Silvermoor as created by Lady Felicity BaudelaireHouse Baudelaire ShieldHouse Baudelaire Coat of ArmsMap of the County of Halston Falls