Asgard

Asgard is a large country residing in a mostly deserted area. It is bordered by the Mingyun to the East and Tombys to the North. The Northrun Mountains act as a border between these places and has a few residents of its own.

## **The Sacred Cities**

Within Asgard lies some of the largest and oldest cities in all of Azure. Each and everyone having been made part of Asgard as a city-state. Though *usually*, this has been mutual and not by conquest. As a result, a governer of each city controls the finer points of their city-state. All of them loyal to the crown of Asgard.

### Fortune *"The Jewel of the Desert"*

The capital is Fortune, "The Jewel of the Desert" located in its the central-most region. Many folk heroes, entertainers, noblemen, and Asgardians would find good home and drink here. This is also where the current King of Asgard resides, Within the Crown of Babylonia, his name is King Gilgamesh

### Alfheim *"The City of Sky"*

To the North of Fortune lies Alfheim, "The City of Sky". It also lies, not that far from Castle Valkyrie. a blood-hunter order that handles contracts for much of Asgard. Plenty of Nobles, Mages, and Elves would call this place home. It is currently in recovery from a massive assault by Vampires.

### Olympus *"The Diamond in the Rough"*

To the West of Alfheim sits "The Diamond in the Rough" Olympus, resting between two mountains It produces most of Asgard's precious gems that fuel gem based spellcasting. Inside it's defended walls lie many Bankers, Soldiers, Dwarves, and Crafters. It is the home of Xan Ruby-light.

### Camelot *"The Sword and Shield"*

The Eastern end of Asgard contains Camelot, "The Sword and Shield" of Asgard. It is buttressed against the Northrun mountains and surrounded on all sides by both a mystical forest and Graveyard of Stone. Many knights and military men will find their calling here.

### Terranfall *"The Problem Child"*

At the far South lays Terranfall. Described as the "problem child" of Asgard, Terranfall has had an intense history of crime, and heroics alike. Quite a few Humans, Criminals, Town Guards, and Investigators would find home here. The city has recently been freed from it's Niflheimian hold. Though it is still in the very early stages of recovery.

### Niflheim *"The Hungry Beast"*

Under Terranfall sits the huge Dark Elven city of Niflheim. They have been vying for control of a surface city for some time and now they have it. Most Drow, Former Slaves, and Spys would be from here.

## **Asgardian Culture**

Asgard has many cultures that are unique and in some ways contrast each other. Though as a whole they have a few traditions that stick out as absolute.

### Names

Asgardian names are said to be the last blessing the Ancient Asgardians gave when their reign ended. It was their very own names. Each Asgardian is named after an Ancient Asgardian, though with one difference, Titles. The original Ancient Asgardians were granted titles upon coming of age. These acted as what they would be known for their entire life. For example "Huntress of the South Atalanta" is the origin of the Asgardian name "Atalanta". All Asgardians are named as such, some may take on a different name if they wish to part with the culture. (Asgardian names may be taken from any real-world mythology.)

### Coming of Age

Most, if not all, warrior children take on a quest when they come of age. Spend one week, alone, in the OD:IN Proving Grounds. The Proving Grounds is a place where the last functioning Ancient Asgardian technology rests. Nearly all of them are weapons of war. Not to mention the elements, sandworms, bandits, and giant scorpions. Once having spent their week in this dangerous environment a ceremony is held in their honor, with the gift of their Father's(Or Mother's if not available) blade. This will be the symbol of their coming of age, they shall keep it until death.

### Who is crowned King?

The next King of Asgard is decided upon the current King's death. The Asgardian Gods are asked who best fits the role by the highest-ranking Godspoken in the county. While the gods have been silent, Asgard's future could be in jeopardy with the break down of this sacred binding tradition.