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| seat_type = [[Baerin#Government|Torskord]] | | seat_type = [[Baerin#Government|Torskord]] | ||
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'''Baerin''' is a primarily dwarven settlement in the Andorian Peninsula. Initially settled upriver by the refugees from the invasion of [[Andor]], Baerin has grown from an outpost to a major city in the decades since the beginning of the [[Sixth Era]]. | |||
Both partly above-ground and below-ground, the city is one of the most surface-hugging of dwarven settlements, rivaling [[Kelbis]] in [[Serranak]]. | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||
===Refugees from Andor=== | |||
After the invasion of Andor's depths by the strange, subterranean forces, a large group of survivors trekked through the cave system to the northeast, where a dammed river rested. Using explosives, they sealed the cave network shut behind them, trapping any assailants giving chase. Baerin was founded here, named for the dwarven word for ''perseverance'' -- a shining example of the dwarves' urge to push on. | |||
===Sixth Era=== | |||
Several decades into their settlement, Baerin still stands as the temporary seat of the Kingdom of Andor, a once-great power that has been crippled. The descendants of the original settlers have carried forward the desire to liberate their ancestral city, and are slowly but surely mustering a foothold to make an offensive. | |||
==Geography== | ==Geography== | ||
Much like its mother city, Baerin was settled within a river valley. However, a dam was present, and has been used by the dwarves for many means. The hills and mountains surrounding are well-stocked with ore, lumber, and stone, which have given much industry to the city. | |||
==Climate== | ==Climate== | ||
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==Government== | ==Government== | ||
Baerin lacks a proper King -- until they have reclaimed Andor from the hands of the powers that hold it, they have an acting steward called the Torskord. Historically, the Torskord functions the same as a King would from the other, larger dwarven cities. | |||
==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
==Places of Interest== | ==Places of Interest== | ||
===The Baerin Dam=== | |||
[[File:BaerinDam.jpg|450px|thumb|right|<div class="center" style="width: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;">Artwork by [https://www.artstation.com/artwork/lr9zY Jorry Rosman].<br>Baerin's dam in the springtime. The dam's water power helps operate a lifts in the mines.</div>]] | |||
Originally built by Andor, the Baerin Dam was a means of controlling the flow of the eastern river, so that the southern river by the mother city would increase or decrease in flow. Since the settling of Baerin, it has been extended its use to waterwheels as the base, providing extra force for the mine-shaft lifts when needed. It also serves as a bridge from the marketplace and residences on the northern side to the fortified keep across the river to the south. | |||
==People of Interest== | ==People of Interest== | ||
Latest revision as of 08:37, 7 May 2023
| Baerin | |
|---|---|
 Artwork by Charlton Cordoba A southern view of Baerin during its initial construction. | |
| Settlement Type | River Fortress |
| Sovereignty | Dwarven Kingdoms |
| Region | Andorian Peninsula |
| Seat | The Crippled Keep |
| Seat Type | Torskord |
| Ruler | Gerrak Apoe |
| Founded | 6E Y2 |
| Named for | Dwarven word for 'perseverence' |
| Religions | Dwarven Divinism |
| Languages | Andorian Dwarvish |
| Demographics | 95% Dwarvish, 3% Human 1% Elvish, 1% Orcish |
Baerin is a primarily dwarven settlement in the Andorian Peninsula. Initially settled upriver by the refugees from the invasion of Andor, Baerin has grown from an outpost to a major city in the decades since the beginning of the Sixth Era.
Both partly above-ground and below-ground, the city is one of the most surface-hugging of dwarven settlements, rivaling Kelbis in Serranak.
History
Refugees from Andor
After the invasion of Andor's depths by the strange, subterranean forces, a large group of survivors trekked through the cave system to the northeast, where a dammed river rested. Using explosives, they sealed the cave network shut behind them, trapping any assailants giving chase. Baerin was founded here, named for the dwarven word for perseverance -- a shining example of the dwarves' urge to push on.
Sixth Era
Several decades into their settlement, Baerin still stands as the temporary seat of the Kingdom of Andor, a once-great power that has been crippled. The descendants of the original settlers have carried forward the desire to liberate their ancestral city, and are slowly but surely mustering a foothold to make an offensive.
Geography
Much like its mother city, Baerin was settled within a river valley. However, a dam was present, and has been used by the dwarves for many means. The hills and mountains surrounding are well-stocked with ore, lumber, and stone, which have given much industry to the city.
Climate
Culture
Government
Baerin lacks a proper King -- until they have reclaimed Andor from the hands of the powers that hold it, they have an acting steward called the Torskord. Historically, the Torskord functions the same as a King would from the other, larger dwarven cities.
Economy
Places of Interest
The Baerin Dam
Baerin's dam in the springtime. The dam's water power helps operate a lifts in the mines.
Originally built by Andor, the Baerin Dam was a means of controlling the flow of the eastern river, so that the southern river by the mother city would increase or decrease in flow. Since the settling of Baerin, it has been extended its use to waterwheels as the base, providing extra force for the mine-shaft lifts when needed. It also serves as a bridge from the marketplace and residences on the northern side to the fortified keep across the river to the south.
