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 In this region rests the beating heart of Matia. The seat of the throne and the jewel in the Matis’ peoples crown. Yrkanis, its biggest city. Named after the late King Yrkanis, son of King Yasson. Who established the city, where an arrow he had fired and left to the whims of the winds struck the bark of Atys. He then gave this newly founded settlement the name of his firstborn son.<ref>It is not known why King Yasson even fired that arrow or why he wouldn’t just say: “Hey, this is a good, defensible spot for a city! Right at the end of the plateau and surrounded on three sides by impossible to scale cliffs down to the wild bark.” – well, sometimes a proper romantic gesture or just some artistic license is needed to spice up an otherwise rather ordinary story, right?</ref>
 <br>The Matis cities and villages aren’t built per say, but mostly grown from special seeds and saplings, manipulated by the great Masters Of Life to provide shelter to their people. Thus Yrkanis itself more or less perfectly blends in with the surrounding forest. Its trees are bigger and wider to house the Homins living inside of them on several levels, with ornamental features and sporting no foliage, but an open top. This is done to collect rainwater, which is cleaned and filtered to be used for drinking in the Matis homes.<ref>The most baffling feature to me, are the “windows” these trees sport. They even glow with a soft, warm, inviting light in the evenings but they are purely ornamental. As inside a Matis home there are no windows! Don’t worry, it's not dark, we get nice glowing algae for lamps. But whoever came up with this design surely has never been to a Tryker submarinal flat, with their amazing view of the fish outside, in the sun drenched, clear waters.</ref><br>
-Once you enter the city through the ornate main gate, you might notice the city guards post to your right and the main city stables to your left. With the Tourist guides and Refugee-Welcomer in front. Ladies (and gents of such inclination), that tall handsome fellow in heavy armor, standing almost in the middle of the gate, is the Northern Kitin Guard. As far as I know he’s already spoken for. A shame, isn’t it?<br>
+Once you enter the city through the ornate main gate, you might notice the city guards post to your right and the main city stables to your left. With the Tourist guides and Refugee-Welcomer in front. Ladies (and gents of such inclination), that tall, brooding, handsome fellow in heavy armor, standing almost in the middle of the gate, is the Northern Kitin Guard. As far as I know he’s already spoken for. A shame, isn’t it?<br>
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 If you can pry your eyes from this awesome specimen, they might fall unto the “Kings Pavilion” or simply the gazebo, for short. It serves as an open air stage for official gatherings, public declarations are made or festive balls are held here on occasion.<br>

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 The Oasis itself is immensely beautiful and I recommend a visit in spring wholeheartedly. As a myriad of flowers bloom on the springs gentle slopes and the trees are nearly overflowing with bright petals.<br>
 But do not let the tranquility fool you. A vicious pack of huge Torbaks calls the southern rise its home and defends its territory with tooth and claw. In addition a gang of bandits hides somewhere in the lush vegetation, waiting for unwary travelers to ambush. Frequently getting into deadly scraps with the resident “tribe” of the “Arid Matis”. These men and women are tasked with protecting the oasis and tending to its waters. Making sure neither plant life nor the waters are spoiled. A huge, red Kirosta also sometimes stalks the oasis and hides in its bamboo patches. I have heard the Name “Tarron” spoken among the locals.<br>
-For a long time the camp of “Sirgio The Wicked” was the only presence of note in this region. A bandit leader of some repute, who had gained notoriety for his cruelty and strange penchant for storytelling. Frequent conflicts between his men and travelers as well as those trying to rein in his ways erupted at his camp, located near the aforementioned Oasis, to the southeast of the Fyros Vortex.<br>
+For a long time the camp of “Sirgio The Wicked” was the only presence of note in this region. A bandit leader of some repute, who had gained notoriety for his cruelty and strange penchant for storytelling. Frequent conflicts between his men and travelers as well as those trying to rein in his ways erupted at his camp, located near the aforementioned Oasis, to the southeast of the Fyros Vortex. A short way off his camp, a small number of Bolobies can be found. What's keeping these long legged root-eaters there is anyones guess.<br>
 Only a few years ago though, in a formerly hidden and inconspicuous part of the region, the feared Marauders managed to establish a permanent base-camp. Thus travelers are warned not to go too near the western or southern walls of the valley. <br>
 A sizable population of hardy herbivores like armas, gnoofs and mektoubs falls prey to a host of very aggressive cuttlers and torbaks who also call this region home. Apart from the ever present kitins, which terrorize travelers on their way down into the heart of the land.<br>

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 Huge Herds of bawaabs, armas, mektoubs and rendors dominate the region. Which is also home to a sizable population of thieving javings. Those buggers steal everything that is not tucked away securely and they love to swoop down on you while you’re having a heated argument with a torbak or other aggressive beast. Gibbais also stride through these parts in their typical languid way. Keep away from them, as they are fiercely territorial.<br>
-A little further down the road, towards the northeastern edge, the camp of the Matis Border Guards is located. These royal soldiers are tasked with not only protecting the kingdom's borders, but also are bound to provide shelter to travelers seeking refuge from Kitin or other menaces. As long as those travelers are in good standing with either the Karavan or the Kingdom, that is. The greatest thorn in their side though is a cohort of deserters though, that have made camp somewhere in the woods of this region. These men and women for a long time hung on to the dream that former tyrant Jinovitch would return and reclaim the throne from his nephew Yrkanis. In recent years though they have chosen to throw in their lot with the Marauders, going even so far, as to forge an alliance with them. When the Marauders first arrived in the Verdant Heights, these Deserters helped them to establish their base-camp in the “Hidden Source”.<br>
+A little further down the road, towards the northeastern edge, the camp of the Matis Border Guards is located. These royal soldiers are tasked with not only protecting the kingdom's borders, but also are bound to provide shelter to travelers seeking refuge from Kitin or other menaces. As long as those travelers are in good standing with either the Karavan or the Kingdom, that is. The greatest thorn in their side though is a cohort of deserters, that have made camp somewhere in the woods of this region. These men and women for a long time hung on to the dream that former tyrant Jinovitch would return and reclaim the throne from his nephew Yrkanis. In recent years though they have chosen to throw in their lot with the Marauders, going even so far, as to forge an alliance with them. When the Marauders first arrived in the Verdant Heights, these Deserters helped them to establish their base-camp in the “Hidden Source”.<br>
 Right next to the fort of the Border Guard lies the “Tower Bridge Way”. A young branch of Atys, reaching into the sky to form a lovely, natural viewpoint over the camp and the surrounding area. This spot is also rich in resources and hidden from most aggressive animals. Seeing the morning mists rise from the natural gorge up against the towering branch is a sight to behold during autumn in Matia. <br>

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 Libia ward is a mystery, as I can not find any information on how it gained its name. I can only speculate, that it must have been someone famous too. Or infamous, as it houses the only tavern of the city. Which is infamous for its, lets say “special” interior decor.<br>
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-A defining feature of the city is its Great Greenhouse. It is shaped in the form of a great beetle larva, blown up to gigantic proportions and a true masterpiece of  woodcraft. The larva snuggles up to a tree. Again with an “open top” to collect rain. You can enter the greenhouse proper by its ... ehrm .. lower back end. <br>
+A defining feature of the city is its Great Greenhouse. It is shaped in the form of a great beetle larva, blown up to gigantic proportions and a true masterpiece of  woodcraft. The larva snuggles up to a tree. Again with an “open top” to collect rain. You can enter the greenhouse proper by the larvas ... ehrm .. lower back end. <br>
 It holds the majestic and unique Rotoa-Lily.<ref>The legend surrounding this plant states that once it withers, the Matis Kingdom will fall. I remember at least one plot by dissidents in my lifetime to make this come to pass. They poisoned the water to make the Lily wither, strike superstitious fear into the hearts of the Matis people and give their claim to leadership credit. In recent years, since the death of Queen-Mother Lea and the disappearance of King Yrkanis, some have come to call the late Queen Lea the “true Lily of Matia”. A subtle criticism of King Stevano's rule.</ref> It is named in honor of the late Matis Queen-Mother “Lea”.  It sits upon a pedestal inside an artificial spring, right in the middle of the greenhouse, surrounded by a small pool and lesser plants.<br>
 Further into the city you will surely come to regard the humble palace of the King (Karan) and Queen (Karae) of Matia. It consists of two conjoined home-trees with many fine ornamental giant fungi and beautiful, intricate windows. Areas open to the public are the atrium and the throne room. Where most royal courts and functions are held these days. A respectful visit to the magnificent throne-room is a must for anyone interested in the culture of our homeland.<br>Behind the palace walls, the daily business of running a kingdom is taken up by many functionaries and of course, their august majesties.<br>

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