Sucheon

* Sucheon
* Sucheon Now

Sucheon before and after the fall.

Sucheon (*soo-SHON*) was the capital of Sin'Elione; it was built in a swamp on the coast of the Ise sea.

## **Description**

### **Ground Floor**

The ground floor is a dark place, shrouded in shade by the thick layer of canopy from the swampy forest surrounding the city. Those that live here are often seen as "lesser" by the majority of wood elves who live on higher layers.
The majority of the population of the ground floor is made up of non-wood elves, who are treated poorly and not seen as equals.

The ground is layered with wooden bridge paths that link buildings and lead to patches of land that are less marshy than other areas.

#### **Ise Docks**

A large sprawling dock that takes advantage of the natural swampy area to have long piers. The dock travels the entire length of the city and is mainly used for storing the navy of Sucheon.

* **Mourning Wood:** A large Inn/Tavern on the edge of the docks is a prime location for business as it is frequented by many who travel to Sucheon looking for cheap alcohol and cheap bedding. A huge Weeping Willow tree stands behind the tavern. Ran by Dick Perkins.

#### **Hokubu**

A slum-like area on the ground floor of Sucheon, this area is the main population area for non-wood elves. The housing here, while constructed by the elves for the citizens here, is of very low quality, using cheaper materials for the roofs and walls. Most buildings are built on sturdy stilts so they can rest above the water.

* **The Cracked Hoof:** A dodgy tavern within the more slum-like area of the ground floor, often ignored by many due to rumours of the thieves guild making their home here.
* **Kontarian Fried Chicken:** A restaurant that specialises in Kontarian Style poultry. Very common to visit this restaurant during Winters Shield.

### **1st Layer**

Beautifully decorated spiral staircases wind their way up the thickest trees, leading to the first Layer of homes within the trees. This is where the wood elves make their homes, circling around the base of trees. Some also find their homes within the actual trees, digging into the wood and carving a home from the trunk.

Housing clusters are common, with several people living in common housing. There is a strong community feeling between the elves themselves, they will help any of their own and will protect each other to the best of their ability.

#### **Kyu Shigai**

This is the main living district of the elves on this layer.

In the centre of this area is a balcony of craftsmen, where they trade for the many goods, usually sourced from Sin'Elione.

* **Cutting Edge:** A small forge and workshop built into the side of a thick tree; it is a warehouse of metals and gems, transported from Hironan. There is almost the constant beat of hammers during the day, with several apprentices aiding the master bladesmith Valna Mototsuna, a wood elf woman.
* **E. Lixir's Alchemy and Oddities:** A small shop with a small stream of steam pouring out of a thin iron pipe. This place has a stench of chemicals and ingredients. Owned by Elawarin Lixir.

### **2nd Layer**

#### **Yurei Roji**

The richer part of the city, larger houses on thick stilts wrapped around trees hold manors and houses fill the are as they rise closer to the canopy.

* **Mages' Guild:** A large circular library which wraps entirely around a thick tree, this place is ornately decorated. The entrance holds a stained glass eye above the door. A small reception area sits at the front awaiting any potential visitors or customers. This guildhall is famed for its enchanting, the leader of the guild being Carric Dengen, a Firbolg enchanter.

* **Golden Stitch:** A tailor shop run by a silver dragonborn. Extremely ornate dresses are on display.

### **Third Layer**

The second layer grants way to the third, with bridges and stairs that wind to the only place that can be considered to be on the third layer.

* **Seinaru Shiro:** Also known as the White Pearl, a castle atop a hill of stone where the clans convene.

## **History**

### **The Kanashim Period**

After many years of consolidating power within Sin'Elione, **Toross Kanashimi** labelled Sucheon as the capital of Sin'Elione. Soon after this The White Pearl began its construction as the seat of his power. For a time, this was a hot bed of revolt and struggle, however with **Toross Kanashimi's** hard work and strong leadership its became a beacon of hope for the Wood Elven kingdom of Sin'Elione.

### **Clan Wars**

During the clan wars, Sucheon remained loyal to the Kage Clan, the designated rule of the now missing king. Even after their downfall towards the end of the wars, there are many people who would support them if they were to come back.

### **Te Period**

During the start of this period there was great amount of unrest. The new mercinary forces brough in to guide the path to peace was seen as a necissary evil, with many of the innocent farmers and merchants struggling due to the vast rise in crime.

## **Inhabitants**

### **Ground**

Ise Docks - Population of 605

Hokubu - Population of 2200