Valentia

The Citadel of Lyra X737.

Valentia is a fairly young country at the centre of Vayeron. It is known for it's prosperity, science and arcana, as well as being accepting of those from all walks of life.

## History

Valentia was founded by Queen Sylra of Valentia in X588 with the aim of creating a home for all the "Strays" of the world - a sentiment close to her heart due to her upbringing and status as a bastard. She inherited the land from her father Emperor Wilhelm of Nexus after his death in X587, much to the chagrin of her half brother, Rolfe I of Dinexus, who believed it rightfully belonged to him.

Despite only existing for 149 years, the Kingdom has quickly developed to become one of the most advanced regions on the continent, made possible by Sylra's focus on science and arcana.

## Geography

### Aphelion

The second largest city in Valentia, it stands strong between Valentia and Astrune, acting as a stronghold and resting spot for travellers going between the areas. It is looked over by the Archon's Wall.

### Archon's Wall

A staggering 300m wall separating Valentia and Astrune, magical lifts are used to transport people either side of the wall.

### Astral Blades Headquarters

A veteran group of esteemed warriors formed under the orders of Queen Sylra of Valentia to protect Vesta Hollow and the God within by preventing people from attempting to get in or close to it.

### Atmos Wharf

Valentia’s port town providing safe passage to Rastrax (Port Isa), the Kao Dynasty (Natsumi Port) and the Bay of Solstar (Port Luxor, Sapia Pier). Some ships do ferry cargo to High Nexus (Arran Landing) and Lower Nexus (Port Greymouth) but it's uncommon due to the tumultuous journey through the Scorched Isles.

### Centuria

A small farming and market town. It is one of the few places in Valentia with a more rustic feel.

### Citadel of Lyra

A grandiose stronghold at the centre of Valentia built over an emerald lake reminiscent of the Auras Oasis. It is attached to the mainland by its four magnificent bridges. At its core is the main castle where the royal family of the Kingdom of Valentia resides. The castle is surrounded by three outer spires that house the barracks for the Knights of Jupiter, as well as various nobles, scholars and magi. The Citadel is heavily guarded by the Knights of Jupiter but is still open to the general public.

### Fort Omega

Due to the increasing distrust of Lower Nexus, Queen Sylra of Valentia erected a large wall across the border between Valentia and Lower Nexus with Fort Omega being the only way to pass in and out of the Kingdom. It is used for all trade and passage between the Kingdom of Valentia and the [[Nexus Empire.

### Polaris Beacon

A colossal lighthouse on the coast of Valentia. It is a landmark for the vast majority of sailors passing through the region.

### Quasar Observatory

The royal observatory, built by the descendants of Isadora Sternbach and Lunelus Sternbach and funded by the Queen herself due to her love of science. It is home to many brilliant scholars and astronomers being the only observatory in all of Vayeron.

### Solista

A beautiful architectural city in East Valentia. It is the largest city in Valentia and is mainly inhabited by humans and various Elven races.

### The Grand Library

One of the greatest libraries in all of Vayeron, considered by many to be on par with Orovos Library. It is filled with many historic books, cultural texts and a vast collection of powerful magical codexes. It is said that if you can’t find what you’re looking for here, you can’t find it anywhere.

### Vesta Hollow

An extremely deep void that has been part of the East Nexus landscape since ancient times. No one is allowed in or close to the hollow with the exception of the royal family and the Astral Blades, who have sworn an oath to guard the Hollow with their lives.