Duchy of Varturus

Trelardan Daaren Grebaathin Val’Denaar is the Ninth Duke of Varturus. His ancestors were kings of Taria, a nation centered on the city of Varturus. Modern Varturus styles itself a duchy, with four counties (Fargruss, Hangnail, Kobia, and Santello) and numerous lesser nobles swearing fealty to the House of Val’Denaar.

The Duchy and Province of Varturus are centered on the ancient city of the same name.

There are three (some say four) rings to the city’s defenses. These defenses are largely concentric and the innermost portions are constructed directly on top of the original Raagean fortifications. Regardless, the city was captured by the Southern Orcs during the Orcish Interregnum.

The city contains two palaces.

Ducal Palace: Just below the royal palace, the palatial fortress of the Duke of Varturus broods over the city’s central square.

Royal Palace: The city’s highest point is the uninhabited palace of the king of Taria. It has been vacant since the Orcish Interregnum, when the heir refused to take the throne of Taria until his kingdom was reunited.

Religious Buildings

The Duke is notoriously ecumenical, earning the wrath of the Bust Keg Society and those of more exclusive religious bent. There are no less than four major religious sites in the city.

Cathedral of Benyar: The church of Benyar operates a major regional diocese from their soaring cathedral. This cathedral is located near the major municipal buildings in Varturus.

Cathedral of Odin: The Hofvalfaadhr, a vast, stoutly-built cathedral to Odin in Varturus is the largest temple to the All-Father in the Fangaerian City States. This may be a result of the constant warfare along the border or because the region is home to a large number of Haagan traditionalists.

Arena of Shona: The church of Shona operates a large sacred arena in Varturus. This arena is located between the major municipal buildings and the Valkstadhr. Events are held every Sa’mar, and major seasonal events occur around various holidays.

Hospital of Nudor: The church of Nudor operates a major hospital and crematorium in Varturus.