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{{Template:Organization | orgName=Magnagora, the Engine of Transformation | currLeader=Kailanna| govName=Iron Council| currGov= Sapphira, Shango, and Silvanus | Patron=[[Drocilla]] | Pantheon= [[Drocilla]], [[Fain]], [[Morgfyre]], [[Raezon]], [[Thax]] and [[Malmydia]]| PolStructure=Conquest | GoveStyle=Benign | currVillages=Stewartsville and Acknor| Classes=Ur'Guard, Cacophony, Geomancers, Ninjakari, Nihilists| Guilds= [[The Infernal Mandate|Infernals]], [[The Iniquitous Society|Society]], and [[The Heralds of Dark Fates|Heralds]].}}
{{Template:Organization | orgName=Magnagora, the Engine of Transformation | currLeader=Kailanna| govName=Iron Council| currGov= Sapphira, Shango, and Silvanus | Patron=[[Drocilla]] | Pantheon= [[Drocilla]], [[Fain]], [[Morgfyre]], [[Raezon]], [[Thax]] and [[Malmydia]]| PolStructure=Conquest | GoveStyle=Benign | currVillages=Stewartsville and Acknor| Classes=Ur'Guard, Cacophony, Geomancers, Ninjakari, Nihilists| Guilds= [[The Infernal Mandate|Infernals]], [[The Iniquitous Society|Society]], and [[The Heralds of Dark Fates|Heralds]].}}


[[Magnagora]] was the only city to survive the [[Taint Wars]], itself twisted by the [[Taint]]. The mutated and [[undead]] flocked there, claiming it as their own, interbreeding and giving birth to the [[viscanti]] race. Innately distrustful of the other races, they are especially vocal against the [[merian|merians]] and [[elfen]] who wish to cleanse the Taint. These races are greeted as inferiors, and do not receive the same benefits of the other citizens.
[[Magnagora]] was the only city to survive the [[Taint Wars]], itself twisted by the [[Taint]]. The mutated and [[undead]] flocked there, claiming it as their own, interbreeding and giving birth to the [[viscanti]] race. Innately distrustful of the other races, they are especially vocal against the [[merian|merians]], [[elfen]] and [[kephera]] who wish to cleanse the taint. These races are considered contemptible, the lowest of the low, and are treated with great contempt and not entitled to the same rights as other citizens.


Embracing their heritage, the city quickly became a force to reckon with, pulling their power from the Tainted [[Elemental_Plane_of_Earth|plane of earth]] and the transformed plane of [[Nil]], now home to the [[:Category:Demon Lords|Demon Lords]]. Bent on conquest and domination, they quickly adapted to the prejudices of the peoples of the [[Basin of Life|Basin]], learning that brute force was not always the answer and instead finding more subtle manipulations were just as effective. They are now a major player in the game of power, poised to fundamentally change the landscape of the Basin of Life.
Embracing their heritage, the city quickly became a force to reckon with, pulling their power from the Tainted [[Elemental_Plane_of_Earth|plane of earth]] and the transformed plane of [[Nil]], now home to the [[:Category:Demon Lords|Demon Lords]]. Bent on conquest and domination, they quickly adapted to the prejudices of the peoples of the [[Basin of Life|Basin]], learning that brute force was not always the answer and instead finding more subtle manipulations were just as effective. They are now a major player in the game of power, poised to fundamentally change the landscape of the Basin of Life.


During the events of the year 473 CoE the guilds were closed ending the age of separation of the Engine merely by the forces of which powers one might control or call upon, and set into motion the age of Transformation for the whole of the basin. Guilds which represented more than could be understood at the original opening of them rose in their place all around the basin of life. In Magnagora those guilds were the [[The Infernal Mandate|Infernals]], [[The Iniquitous Society|Society]], and [[The Heralds of Dark Fates|Heralds]] which now stand as pillars of Magnagorian culture to ensure that the Engine presses forward into the future to gain dominance and supremacy.
During the events of the year 473 CoE the guilds were closed ending the age of separation of the Engine merely by the forces of which powers one might control or call upon, and set into motion the age of Transformation for the whole of the basin. Guilds which represented more than could be understood at the original opening of them rose in their place all around the basin of life. In Magnagora those guilds were the [[The Infernal Mandate|Infernals]], [[The Iniquitous Society|Society]], and [[The Heralds of Dark Fates|Heralds]] which now stand as pillars of Magnagoran culture to ensure that the Engine presses forward into the future to gain dominance and supremacy.


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==Landmarks==
==Landmarks==
===The Megalith of Doom===
===The Megalith of Doom===
Known as the Stone of Truth before the glory and blessings of the Taint, this massive rock is Magnagora's nexus, vessel and conveyor of the city's power stores. All citizens may tap into the Nexus to fill their own reserves, up to a given limit monthly based on city rank. More importantly, dark essence may be fed into the Megalith to increase the city's power reserves.
Known as the Stone of Truth before the glory and blessings of the Taint, this massive monolith is Magnagora's nexus, vessel and conveyor of the city's power stores. All citizens may tap into the Nexus to fill their own reserves, up to a given limit monthly based on city rank. More importantly, dark essence may be fed into the Megalith to increase the city's power reserves, among other power gathering methods.


The Megalith stands at the centre of the Necropolis as the city's sacred meeting place. Novice Portals, the Infernal Machine, and Teleport Nexus all exit or end here. All this, plus citizens gathering for social occasion, it is a veritable bustle of activity for all ages and ranks.
The Megalith stands at the centre of the Necropolis as the city's sacred meeting place. Novice Portals, the Infernal Machine, and Teleport Nexus all exit or end here. Due to this, plus citizens gathering for social occasions, it is a veritable bustle of activity for all ages and ranks.


===Wailing Woman Inn===
===Wailing Woman Inn===
Located near the northern gates, the Wailing Woman Inn is the ultimate in city cuisine. The Trademaster of the city's Cooking cartel, Gourmonds, maintains the stock with fine fare suitable for all appetites. It is also a recommended place to shop for edibles of all kinds as a young Magnagoran.  
Located near the northern gates, the Wailing Woman Inn is the ultimate in city cuisine. The Trademaster of the city's Cooking cartel, Gourmonds, maintains the stock with fine fare suitable for all appetites. It is also a recommended place to shop for edibles of all kinds as a young Magnagoran.  


Furnished for fine dining, social drinking, or private rendezvous the Inn is perfect for grabbing a bite to eat, resting one's head, or having a drink in seclusion. It is often a preferred place for having more intimate or confidential conversations away from the commotion found at the Megalith.
Furnished for fine dining, social drinking, or private rendezvous, the Inn is perfect for grabbing a bite to eat, resting one's head, or having a drink in seclusion. It is often a preferred place for having more intimate or confidential conversations away from the commotion found at the Megalith.


===Magnagora City Zoo===
===Magnagora City Zoo===
Filled with all manner of wondrous creatures to behold, you will find birds and snakes, and children happily playing as they gaze upon the Zoo's inhabitants. Rheimos, the City Zookeeper, tends the many animals and will offer good coin for rats with which to feed these caged residents.  
Filled with all manner of wondrous creatures to behold, you will find birds and snakes, and children happily playing as they gaze upon the Zoo's inhabitants. Rheimos, the City Zookeeper, tends the many animals and will offer good coin for rats with which to feed these caged residents.  
Nobles can be seen enjoying their in hushed and regal composure, while families might find a welcome respite at the Picnicking Ground. Here children are free to expend their endless bounty of energy frolicking and partaking of boisterous activities.


The magnificent Zoo is a good destination for families and explorers alike as an attraction with many outlets and sights for your stay.
The magnificent Zoo is a good destination for families and explorers alike as an attraction with many outlets and sights for your stay.


===The Silent Cathedral===
===The Silent Cathedral===
As the Demon Lords and Lady all watch over and bless the Engine of Transformation, so too does the Silent Cathdral stand elevated upon a plateau above the city, sentry and guardian over Magnagora. A wealth of lore unto itself, the Cathedral captures the essence of Magnagora in its construction, symbolic decor, the carvings, the statues, and rendered images all throughout.  
As the Demon Lords and Lady all watch over and bless the Engine of Transformation, so too does the Silent Cathedral stand elevated upon a plateau above the city, sentry and guardian over Magnagora. A wealth of lore unto itself, the Cathedral captures the essence of Magnagora in its construction, symbolic decor, the carvings, the statues, and rendered images all throughout.  


Within branching alcoves and niches, fonts representing each Demon Lord and Lady are here, designed to convey the full glory of Their values and symbols. The Northernmost Font is reserved for the Supreme Master Himself, Lord Luciphage.  
Within branching alcoves and niches, fonts representing each Demon Lord and Lady are here, designed to convey the full glory of their values and symbols. The northern most font is reserved for the Supreme Master Himself, Lord Luciphage.  


Halls leading into these niches bear their own marks of Lore and History to behold. An absolute must for every new Magnagoran and visitor, this Cathedral has much to offer in knowledge and understanding of the Engine's religious and cultural heritage.
Halls leading into these niches bear their own marks of lore and history to behold. An absolute must for every new Magnagoran and visitor, the Cathedral has much to offer in knowledge and understanding of the Engine's religious and cultural heritage, and is still regularly the preferred location for sermons and rituals.


==Market==
==Market==
The Marketplace itself is central to the city, located to the northeast of the Necropolis. The Directory is full of every type of item required for a growing, prospering Magnagoran. For those of sufficient city rank, a tastefully appointed tearoom is hidden nearby, entrance granted to only the highest of society. A guard ensures no lowly Serfs may enter and sully its noble establishment.
The Marketplace itself is central to the city, located to the northeast of the Necropolis. The directory is full of every type of item required for a growing, prospering Magnagoran. For those of sufficient city rank, a tastefully appointed tearoom is hidden nearby, entrance granted to only the highest of society ranked Master/Mistress and above. A guard ensures no lowly serfs, laborers or supervisors may enter and sully the noble establishment.


==Notable Denizens==
==Notable Denizens==
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:: Born of the Great House d'Murani, this wealthy merchant dresses like a true aristocrat as he meanders through the Magnagoran marketplace browsing the available wares.
:: Born of the Great House d'Murani, this wealthy merchant dresses like a true aristocrat as he meanders through the Magnagoran marketplace browsing the available wares.
*Kalas Keryn
*Kalas Keryn
:: Do not judge her by her slim frame, this viscanti maiden has infinite patience and strength to run the city's Stables by the North Gate and manage all the wondrous beasts kept within. Born of Great House Kalas, she bears her surname before her given name, Keryn.
:: Do not judge her by her slim frame, this viscanti maiden has infinite patience and strength to run the city's Stables by the North Gate and manage all the wondrous beasts kept within. Born of House Kalas, she bears her surname before her given name as is family tradition.
*Kebira n'Rotri
*Kebira n'Rotri
:: Horrifically blinded and deafened by long iron spikes, this chained viscanti is serving a penance for past treason and high crimes. She is a warning to all who would follow in her footsteps. Forced to serve the city she nearly sundered, she manages the Workhouse, where compliant beggars are put to hard labour.
:: Horrifically blinded and deafened by long iron spikes, this chained viscanti is serving a penance for past treason and high crimes. She is a warning to all who would follow in her footsteps. Forced to serve the city she nearly sundered, she manages the Workhouse, where compliant beggars are put to hard labour.
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