Altheria – The Imperial City

Overview #

Altheria is the grand Imperial City of Valora, founded during the Golden Age and serving as the central hub for the realm. It is the heart of commerce, adventure, and community, and is home to citizens, adventurers, and guilds that provide quests and rewards to players exploring the world. As the most important city in Valora, Altheria has grown into a bustling metropolis where players can shop, trade, form alliances, and prepare for their adventures across the diverse regions of Valora. The city is divided into distinct districts, each dedicated to different aspects of life, from commerce to housing and crafting.

Key Families #

While no single family rules Altheria, its citizens are a mix of people from across Valora. Many families from the great and lesser families have influence here through their guilds, trade houses, and political connections.

Historical Importance #

Founded in the Golden Age, Altheria became the cultural and economic center of Valora. Its founding marked a time of prosperity and cooperation between the great families. It has served as the central hub for trade, exploration, and governance, hosting guilds that manage key aspects of Valora’s economy and daily life. Over the ages, it has been a place of gathering for adventurers seeking quests, citizens selling wares, and rulers making decisions that shape the realm.

Current Use #

In the current era, Altheria functions as the main hub for players. The city is home to numerous guild hubs, where players can find quests and earn rewards for various activities. In addition to the guilds, Altheria features shops where players can buy and sell items, and it offers players the ability to rent or buy houses and apartments for safe storage. There are areas for players to set up their own stores, allowing for dynamic trade and commerce.

Guilds in Altheria #

Altheria is home to the Guild Hubs, where players can join specific guilds to complete tasks and earn rewards. Each guild has its own focus and offers unique quests to enhance player experiences:

• Builder’s Guild: Rewards for placing blocks in the world.
• Digger’s Guild: Rewards for digging up dirt and similar materials.
• Enchanter’s Guild: Rewards for enchanting items.
• Farmer’s Guild: Rewards for farming crops.
• Fisher’s Guild: Rewards for fishing.
• Hunter’s Guild: Rewards for killing hostile mobs and wild animals.
• Lumberjack’s Guild: Rewards for chopping down trees and making planks.
• Miner’s Guild: Rewards for mining ores and special rocks.
• Alchemist’s Guild: Rewards for brewing potions.
• Blacksmith’s Guild: Rewards for smelting and crafting weapons and armor.
• Raider’s Guild: Rewards for raiding and combat challenges.
• Explorer’s Guild: Rewards for discovering new regions and treasures.
• Rancher’s Guild: Rewards for breeding and farming animals.
• Ranger’s Guild: Rewards for ranged combat and hunting.
• Beekeeper’s Guild: Rewards for collecting honey and breeding bees.
• Merchant’s Guild: Rewards for trading with villagers and buying/selling items.

Shops and Commerce #

Altheria has a robust market district where players can buy and sell items, create their own stores, and participate in the economy. Players can purchase houses and apartments for storage and safe zones within the city. This feature allows players to establish a home base before venturing into the dangerous regions of Valora.

Notable Locations in Altheria #

• Guild Hall: A massive structure where all guilds have their respective hubs, offering quests and rewards.
• Market District: The heart of trade in Altheria, where players can buy, sell, and trade goods.
• Residential District: Where players can rent or purchase homes and apartments.
• Crafting District: Where blacksmiths, alchemists, and enchanters set up their workshops, allowing players to craft items and enchant gear.

Historical Events in Altheria #

• The Founding of Altheria: During the Golden Age, Altheria was built as a symbol of unity and prosperity. It soon became the hub of all activity in Valora.
• The Great Market Exchange: A historical event where all regions of Valora came together to trade resources, marking the first large-scale economic partnership in the realm.
• The Rebuilding: After the Battle of the Scarred Wastes, Altheria served as a place of healing and restoration for the wounded. It became a refuge for the rebuilding of Valora in the Age of Restoration.

Current Leadership and Influence #

Although Altheria does not have a single ruling family, its leadership comes from a council made up of representatives from the great families, guilds, and the local population. Decisions made in Altheria often reflect the will of the people and the interests of the various guilds and families.

Altheria remains a place of opportunity and adventure, where adventurers gather to prepare for their quests into the diverse and dangerous regions of Valora.