City: Granhaven

Nestled in a lush valley broken by The Rift, the City of Granhaven, still stands as a testament to resilience amid devastation. Proving a bastion of tranquility and beauty, the city bears the scars of a catastrophic earthquake that shook its very foundation ten years ago. Amidst the fear, signs of renewal emerge as craftsmen and artisans work tirelessly to breathe life back into the city. However, once night comes, a new peril emerges. From the depths of The Rift, the crack that splits the city in two, monstrous creatures claw their way into the world, drawn by the scent of fear and the hint of light. These aberrations stalk the streets, their haunting wails echoing through the shattered cityscape as they hunt for unsuspecting prey. Under the threat of night, Granhaven's citizens turn out their lights and retreat to their barricaded homes until the creatures that lurk in the shadows finally return to The Rift.


Population: ~65,000
Religions: Yalara, Hatos, Kalo, Milani, and Niralla (order by popularity)

Imports: Exotic goods, silver, platinum, herbs, perfumes, dyes, and slaves.
Exports: Grain, fish, livestock, leather, ore, pottery, refined metals, and magic items.

Government Type: Monarchy
Ruler: King Lucian Blackwood


About the map: Using a tabletop city map is strange, but it gives a better view of where things are. The map is close to Granhaven's actual scale, and it works well for point-of-interest locations.

The image below is the work that originally inspired Granhaven. It is not a perfect representation of Granhaven, so do not take it one-to-one. Instead, focus on the devastation of the crack, what we call "The Rift" or "The Divide," and how far it seems to go. Also, take a look at the type of architecture, the tudor style of homes. Click the picture if you would like the larger version.



The images below represent the aesthetic we are going for in Granhaven. You can imagine cobblestone streets, horse drawn carriages, and Tudor style homes. Churches and more important buildings, such as guilds, factions, government buildings will be made of stone.