Districts

Welcome to Altheria, the grand Imperial City of Valora! The city is divided into several unique districts, each offering distinct experiences and resources for adventurers, scholars, and citizens alike. Use this guide to familiarize yourself with the layout and what each district provides.

Residential District (Luxury and Midscale Housing) #

• Luxury Housing – High-end player estates.
• Midscale Housing A & B – Comfortable mid-level homes.

Location: South of the Goldheart, Royal, and Pantheon Districts.

Description:
The Residential District is divided into Luxury Housing and Midscale Housing options. Whether you prefer high-end estates or cozy midscale homes, this district provides rentable player housing for storage and rest.

How to Get There: Head south from the Market District through the Royal District, and you’ll find the Residential District. Luxury housing is at the center, with midscale options on either side.

Goldheart District #

• Council of Valora Annex – Additional offices for government officials.
• Forge of Valor – Blacksmith’s Guild Hall, focusing on forging and crafting.
• Ironstone Depot – Miner’s Guild Hall, hub for mining operations.
• Golden Armory – Display of historical armor and relics from past Goldheart battles.

Location: West of the Royal District.

Description:
The Goldheart District serves as the political and judicial heart of Altheria. It houses the Council of Valora Annex and serves as the hub for crafting and mining-related quests. It’s the place to go for blacksmithing and mining tasks, with guilds dedicated to both professions.

How to Get There: From the Market District, head west through the Royal District.

Royal District #

• Altherian Palace – Seat of the ruling power.
• Council Hall – Central governing body where the Council of Valora meets.
• The Archivium – Magical library and tower owned by the Silverwater family.
• Altherian Court House – Main legal court for judicial proceedings.
• The Celestial Observatory – Used for celestial and arcane research.
• Temple of Altharion – The primary temple dedicated to the god of creation.

Location: Center of the city.

Description:
The Royal District is the core of Altheria, home to the Altherian Palace and other central government buildings. It also houses the Temple of Altharion, where worshippers can seek blessings from Valora’s creator. The district connects to many others, making it a central hub for travel.

How to Get There: The Royal District is directly north of the Market District.

Pantheon District #

• Shrine of the Twelve – A temple dedicated to Valora’s lesser gods.
• Honeycomb Hall – Beekeeper’s Guild Hall.
• Explorer’s Sanctuary – Explorer’s Guild Hall for quests related to exploration.

Location: East of the Royal District.

Description:
Dedicated to spirituality and worship, the Pantheon District is home to various temples, including the Shrine of the Twelve. Players seeking divine quests or blessings from the gods will find this district to be a focal point for their spiritual journey.

How to Get There: Travel east through the Royal District or north from the Leisure District.

Silverwater District #

• Silverwater Academy – The premier institution for magical study.
• The Enchanter’s Workshop – Enchanter’s Guild Hall, specializing in enchanting tasks.
• The Alchemist’s Workshop – Alchemist’s Guild Hall, focusing on potion brewing.
• Crystaline Spire – A tower dedicated to advanced magical research.

Location: West of the Market District.

Description:
Home to the Silverwater Academy, this district is a center for magical knowledge and arcane study. Players can also complete quests for the Enchanter’s Guild and Alchemist’s Guild, further deepening their magical prowess.

How to Get There: Go west from the Market District.

Market District #

• Merchant’s Exchange – Central trading hub for buying, selling, and trading goods.
• Fisherman’s Wharf – Fisher’s Guild Hall, located near the docks for fishing-related quests.
• Lumber Mill – Lumberjack’s Guild Hall, focused on woodcutting and tree farming.
• Artisan’s Plaza – A hub for artisan crafting and trade quests.

Location: Center of the southern part of the city.

Description:
The Market District is a bustling area where players can buy, sell, and trade goods. It’s also home to the Merchant’s Exchange, making it a prime location for commerce and player shops. Rentable player shops are available here for players to sell their items.

How to Get There: The Market District is the central hub for the entire city and easily accessible from all directions.

Leisure District #

• Golden Amphitheater – Performance venue for festivals and cultural events.
• Jubilant Gardens – A large garden space for relaxation and social activities.

Location: East of the Market District.

Description:
The Leisure District is where players can relax and enjoy themselves. It’s home to the Golden Amphitheater for performances, and the Jubilant Gardens offers a peaceful retreat from the city’s bustle.

How to Get There: Head east from the Market District.

Scholar’s District #

• Library of the Ancients – Repository of ancient texts and lore.
• Arcane Confluence – Experimental magic research center.

Location: West of the Guild District.

Description:
The Scholar’s District is dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge, research, and history. It houses the Library of the Ancients and the Arcane Confluence, where players can study ancient lore and experiment with magical theories.

How to Get There: Travel north through the Guild District to reach the Scholar’s District.

Guild District #

• Guild Hall – Central hub for all guild activities.
• Farmer’s Grove – Farmer’s Guild Hall for farming-related tasks.
• Rancher’s Outpost – Rancher’s Guild Hall, specializing in animal breeding and care.
• Builder’s Guild Hall – Focused on construction and block placement tasks.
• Digger’s Guild Hall – Dedicated to excavation and digging quests.

Location: North of the Market District.

Description:
The Guild District is the heart of Altheria’s guild activities. Players can join any of the various guilds located here, including the Farmer’s Guild, Rancher’s Guild, Builder’s Guild, and Digger’s Guild.

How to Get There: Go directly north from the Market District.

Crimsonclaw District #

• Bloodspire Arena – Grand arena for combat challenges and tournaments.
• Raider’s Stronghold – Hunter’s Guild Hall, focused on raiding and combat challenges.
• Ranger’s Refuge – Ranger’s Guild Hall, specializing in ranged combat and archery.
• Hall of Blades – A center for advanced combat techniques and weapons training.

Location: East of the Guild District.

Description:
The Crimsonclaw District is all about combat. From hunting dangerous creatures to taking part in arena battles, players who thrive in combat challenges will feel right at home here. This district is also home to the Bloodspire Arena, where the most fearsome battles take place.

How to Get There: Travel east from the Guild District.