Gardens of Symphony

The Gardens of Symphony are a series of massive gardens found within disputed territory between the String Kingdom and the Brass Kingdom. The gardens are tended to by the Choir Monks, who make sure that no violence takes place within the gardens. The Gardens of Symphony are known specifically for their various instrument-shaped plants, which naturally play music in order to give the entire garden a soothing vibe.

## Geography

The Gardens of Symphony are divided up into five sections, all based off the five major kingdoms of Orchestria. In the center of the gardens lies a massive temple used by the Choir Monks. Each of the sections have their own unique plants, based off the instruments found in their respective kingdoms.

### Violinist's Section

This section of the gardens is dedicated to the String Kingdom. The violin-shaped plants found here require very strict conditions in order to grow properly. Bushes trimmed to look like cellos, harps, lyres, and guitars are commonly found in this area.

### Drummer's Section

This section of the gardens is dedicated to the Percussion Kingdom. This area has a wide variety of unique flowers shaped after different percussion instruments, ranging from drums to maracas to castanets! A massive gazebo built out of a large kettledrum sits in the center, surrounded by cabasa-shaped bushes.

### Pianist's Section

This section of the gardens is dedicated to the Keyboard Kingdom. The area is made up of a massive hedge maze, with keyboard-shaped bridges crossing over ponds full of Keyboard Kod. The exotic flowers here closely resemble organ pipes, piano keys, and sheet music stands. The small piano benches found here are great for resting.

### Flutist's Section

This section of the gardens is dedicated to the Woodwind Kingdom. The area acts as a massive orchard, full of Acainet Berry bushes, flute-shaped trees, and long, thin flowers resembling various woodwind instruments. The area is great for harvesting Obanoboes, Chordfruit, Acainet Berries, and various Saxofruits.

### Tubaist's Section

This section of the gardens is dedicated to the Brass Kingdom. The plants here are all incredibly rare, such as the tuba-shaped flowers that only grow near Tuba Town, or the golden trees found only in Brasswood Forest. The various horn-shaped plants are also tended to carefully by the Choir Monks, as a lack of sunlight may cause them to emit jarring tunes.

### Shrine of Symphony

A massive temple that acts as the headquarters of the Choir Monks. Maestro can learn various magical and musical techniques here, provided they can complete the necessary challenges and quests revolving around the gardens. Eventually, Maestro will be able to face the monks themselves as a final test.

## History

The Gardens of Symphony, alongside the Shrine of Symphony, were created by the Choir Monks in 2S 15, shortly after the group was founded. The monks would decree the gardens as a sanctuary to those who needed safety, as no blood was to be shed within the gardens unless the Choir Monks allowed it. As the gardens expanded, so did the number of adventurers looking to seek out the monks in order to learn new techniques. The monks would gladly teach those adventurers their techniques, provided they were strong enough to pass the necessary challenges.

In the events of *Tuba Warriors*, the Gardens of Symphony can be accessed reasonably early into the game. Upon arriving to the gardens, Maestro must battle a swarm of wild Cornet Hornets lured in by the Tuba Mercenaries. After defeating the swarm, the player will be ambushed by the mercenaries, despite the monks' rule of no violence. After battling with the mercenaries for a few rounds, the Choir Monks will arrive to the scene and halt the fight, causing the Tuba Mercenaries to run away. After this encounter, the player will then be able to learn techniques at the Shrine of Symphony. After meeting The Wandering Musician once, players may also get the chance to find them in the Gardens of Symphony.

## Inhabitants

### Animals

* Cornet Hornet
* Keyboard Kod
* Winged Whistler
* Woodwinder
* Rockin' Robins
* Blues Jays
* Melodic Centikey
* Snakophone

### Characters

* Choir Monks
* Tuba Mercenaries
* The Wandering Musician