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	The [[spire]] was an ancient structure dedicated to the treatment (and, functionally, incarceration) of those suffering long term spiritual or mental damage due to exposure to magic. Most of the inmates were there voluntarily, but a few were restrained for their own safety. The spire had a grim reputation, unsurprisingly. A significant portion of the patients here had been hurt due to overuse or misuse of [[astronomancy]] - permanently twisted by exposure to a tulpa. The [[Surgical_skills#Physick\|physicks]] of the Spire of Twisting Shadows had a great deal of practical experience dealing with magical [[curse\|curses]] as well as more esoteric maladicaments, and were always interested in reports of new malign enchantments - or the opportunity to study them.		The [[spire]] was an ancient structure dedicated to the treatment (and, functionally, incarceration) of those suffering long term spiritual or mental damage due to exposure to magic. Most of the inmates were there voluntarily, but a few were restrained for their own safety. The spire had a grim reputation, unsurprisingly. A significant portion of the patients here had been hurt due to overuse or misuse of [[astronomancy]] - permanently twisted by exposure to a tulpa. The [[Surgical_skills#Physick\|physicks]] of the Spire of Twisting Shadows had a great deal of practical experience dealing with magical [[curse\|curses]] as well as more esoteric maladicaments, and were always interested in reports of new malign enchantments - or the opportunity to study them.

	In Summer 380YE, during the ascent of the [[red star]], a riot erupted among the patients that ~~lead~~ to the destruction of the spire. The ruins are widely believed to be haunted by the ghosts of the staff and inmates who died in its fall.		In Summer 380YE, during the ascent of the [[red star]], a riot erupted among the patients that led to the destruction of the spire. The ruins are widely believed to be haunted by the ghosts of the staff and inmates who died in its fall.

	The herb conservatory of [[Construct_conservatory_for_the_Anvil_Hospital\|Origen's Rest]] stood near the Spire, and was largely untouched by the destruction inspired by the Red Star. Sadly, it was not untouched by the Druj invasion and in Autumn 381YE confirmation came that the Druj had looted and destroyed it, robbing the [[Anvil#The_Anvil_Hospital\|Anvil Hospital & Imperial School of Medicine]] of a valuable source of medicinal herbs.		The herb conservatory of [[Construct_conservatory_for_the_Anvil_Hospital\|Origen's Rest]] stood near the Spire, and was largely untouched by the destruction inspired by the Red Star. Sadly, it was not untouched by the Druj invasion and in Autumn 381YE confirmation came that the Druj had looted and destroyed it, robbing the [[Anvil#The_Anvil_Hospital\|Anvil Hospital & Imperial School of Medicine]] of a valuable source of medicinal herbs.

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Occursion

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	More than any other region in Zenith, Occursion was home to spires dedicated to religious philosophy and many [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|illuminates]] and [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|questors]] had their homes here. The northernmost slopes of these mountains enjoyed a particularly still, cold, dry air which was believed to aid contemplation, and focus the mind. Priests here practiced meditative arts and subtle magics that allowed them to explore their own thoughts, and often receive unique insights into the natures of the virtues and the philosophies of [[the Way]]. The [[Keeper_of_the_Tower_of_the_Fall#The_Tower_of_the_Fall\|Tower of the Fall]] was believed to have been built as a retreat for just such an exploration of the inner magic of the spirit. Sadly, the Tower was a casualty of the Druj invasion. Along with the beautiful [[Custodian_of_the_Starlight_Drift#The_Starlight_Drift_of_Shimmering_Snow\|Starlight Drift of Shimmering Snow]], it was [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Hunting By The Rivers\|torn apart by the rapacious orcs]].		More than any other region in Zenith, Occursion was home to spires dedicated to religious philosophy and many [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|illuminates]] and [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|questors]] had their homes here. The northernmost slopes of these mountains enjoyed a particularly still, cold, dry air which was believed to aid contemplation, and focus the mind. Priests here practiced meditative arts and subtle magics that allowed them to explore their own thoughts, and often receive unique insights into the natures of the virtues and the philosophies of [[the Way]]. The [[Keeper_of_the_Tower_of_the_Fall#The_Tower_of_the_Fall\|Tower of the Fall]] was believed to have been built as a retreat for just such an exploration of the inner magic of the spirit. Sadly, the Tower was a casualty of the Druj invasion. Along with the beautiful [[Custodian_of_the_Starlight_Drift#The_Starlight_Drift_of_Shimmering_Snow\|Starlight Drift of Shimmering Snow]], it was [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Hunting By The Rivers\|torn apart by the rapacious orcs]].

			Shortly after the Spring Equinox 387YE, tremors began to be felt across the region, as Mount Polus [[Sound_and_vision#A_Mountain_Rises_(Zenith)\|began to rise]]. The tremors continued for much of the season, stopping only shortly before the Summer Solstice, and leaving a crevasse near the base of the mountain that tempts the adventurous sentinels nearby. The [[Narwhal's Spear]], the [[Seventh Wave]], or the [[Wolves of War]] (hiring the appropriate mercenaries), or an Imperial army enchanted with [[Bound by Common Cause]] could take a defensive order to fully explore the crevasse. The general would likely receive a sample of what might be found in the crevasse, and the civil service would publish a report of what was uncovered and how best it might be exploited for the Empire.

	Of particular note were the famous spire of [[#Endsmeet\|Endsmeet]], and the '''Hall of the Risen Sun''', a beautiful edifice of white granite, polished marble, and [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] mirrors which serves as a great cathedral for the faithful of Zenith (and Urizen as a whole). Dedicated to the virtues of [[Pride]] and [[Ambition]], the Illuminates combined study of the Way with mastery of the [[Net of the Heavens]] and were known to be quite active in political affairs of the [[territory]], nation, and (from time to time) the Empire itself. Since the reign of [[Emperor Walter]] they had been somewhat reticent about involving themselves in wider affairs - but during the reign of the late [[Empress Britta]] there were signs this spire was beginning to pay close attention to affairs of the [[Synod]] and [[Senate]] once more. Both spires were captured by the Druj during the 381YE invasion, and those Urizen who did not manage to flee are presumed either dead or enslaved.		Of particular note were the famous spire of [[#Endsmeet\|Endsmeet]], and the '''Hall of the Risen Sun''', a beautiful edifice of white granite, polished marble, and [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] mirrors which serves as a great cathedral for the faithful of Zenith (and Urizen as a whole). Dedicated to the virtues of [[Pride]] and [[Ambition]], the Illuminates combined study of the Way with mastery of the [[Net of the Heavens]] and were known to be quite active in political affairs of the [[territory]], nation, and (from time to time) the Empire itself. Since the reign of [[Emperor Walter]] they had been somewhat reticent about involving themselves in wider affairs - but during the reign of the late [[Empress Britta]] there were signs this spire was beginning to pay close attention to affairs of the [[Synod]] and [[Senate]] once more. Both spires were captured by the Druj during the 381YE invasion, and those Urizen who did not manage to flee are presumed either dead or enslaved.

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Proceris

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	During the Winter Solstice 381YE, the Druj undertook esoteric action including the creation of several [[Druj_miasma#Miasma_Pillars\|miasma pillars]] that began transforming the entire region into a stinking morass of marsh and swampland.		During the Winter Solstice 381YE, the Druj undertook esoteric action including the creation of several [[Druj_miasma#Miasma_Pillars\|miasma pillars]] that began transforming the entire region into a stinking morass of marsh and swampland.

			In southern Proceris stands one of the [[The_fate_of_the_many#The_Serpent's_Edge\|two mithril serpent statues]] that connect the Urizen living in Spiral to their siblings in the rest of their nation. Using the power of [[Sung]] they allow the [[spire\|spires]] to the south to maintain their metaphysical connection to the rest of Urizen provided they draw on the power of the [[Vale of Shadows]]. If the statue were damaged or destroyed, that connection might well be permanently severed.
	{{Senate Elections\|Senator_for_Zenith\|Territory=Zenith\|Season=Winter\|Controlled=is}}		{{Senate Elections\|Senator_for_Zenith\|Territory=Zenith\|Season=Winter\|Controlled=is}}

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Crucible of Fate

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	The most recent addition to the Crucible of Fate is the famous '''Damakan’s Forge'''. Damakan was renowned as the greatest Urizen swordsmith of antiquity, and even today her blades change hands for small fortunes. Although many of her secrets went with her to her grave, a small lodge of smiths maintained her forge and traditions in its original site in Spiral before it was sacked by the Grendel. A small number artisans returned to the forge when Spiral was reclaimed in 380YE and came with it when it [[The_fate_of_the_many#The_Wyrm.27s_Bottle\|was moved]] by [[Sadogua]] after the Summer Solstice 385YE.		The most recent addition to the Crucible of Fate is the famous '''Damakan’s Forge'''. Damakan was renowned as the greatest Urizen swordsmith of antiquity, and even today her blades change hands for small fortunes. Although many of her secrets went with her to her grave, a small lodge of smiths maintained her forge and traditions in its original site in Spiral before it was sacked by the Grendel. A small number artisans returned to the forge when Spiral was reclaimed in 380YE and came with it when it [[The_fate_of_the_many#The_Wyrm.27s_Bottle\|was moved]] by [[Sadogua]] after the Summer Solstice 385YE.
			===Bridge of the Air===
			The [[Morrow#Bridge of the Air\|Bridge of the Air]] was constructed in [[Morrow]] to help transport [[white granite]], but the mithril cables and lifts also spread through the adjoining territories to create a transport network that has greatly improved travel particularly in northern Redoubt. A true wonder, the Bridge transports people and trade goods between spires. Lifts help transport travellers and cargo from the lowlands to the highlands spires, and conventional roads and bridges have been employed where they are most useful. The ''skyways'' are concentrated in the mountainous regions, but the roads included as part of their construction have spread through eastern and southern Zenith as well greatly improving the ability of travellers and traders to move across the territory.

	=== Endsmeet ===		=== Endsmeet ===

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	More than any other region in Zenith, Occursion was home to spires dedicated to religious philosophy and many [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|illuminates]] and [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|questors]] had their homes here. The northernmost slopes of these mountains enjoyed a particularly still, cold, dry air which was believed to aid contemplation, and focus the mind. Priests here practiced meditative arts and subtle magics that allowed them to explore their own thoughts, and often receive unique insights into the natures of the virtues and the philosophies of [[the Way]]. The [[Keeper_of_the_Tower_of_the_Fall#The_Tower_of_the_Fall\|Tower of the Fall]] was believed to have been built as a retreat for just such an exploration of the inner magic of the spirit. Sadly, the Tower was a casualty of the Druj invasion. Along with the beautiful [[Custodian_of_the_Starlight_Drift#The_Starlight_Drift_of_Shimmering_Snow\|Starlight Drift of Shimmering Snow]], it was [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Hunting By The Rivers\|torn apart by the rapacious orcs]].		More than any other region in Zenith, Occursion was home to spires dedicated to religious philosophy and many [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|illuminates]] and [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|questors]] had their homes here. The northernmost slopes of these mountains enjoyed a particularly still, cold, dry air which was believed to aid contemplation, and focus the mind. Priests here practiced meditative arts and subtle magics that allowed them to explore their own thoughts, and often receive unique insights into the natures of the virtues and the philosophies of [[the Way]]. The [[Keeper_of_the_Tower_of_the_Fall#The_Tower_of_the_Fall\|Tower of the Fall]] was believed to have been built as a retreat for just such an exploration of the inner magic of the spirit. Sadly, the Tower was a casualty of the Druj invasion. Along with the beautiful [[Custodian_of_the_Starlight_Drift#The_Starlight_Drift_of_Shimmering_Snow\|Starlight Drift of Shimmering Snow]], it was [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Hunting By The Rivers\|torn apart by the rapacious orcs]].

	Of particular note were the famous spire of [[#Endsmeet\|Endsmeet]], and the '''Hall of the Risen Sun''', a beautiful edifice of white granite, polished marble, and [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] mirrors which serves as a great cathedral for the faithful of Zenith (and Urizen as a whole). Dedicated to the virtues of [[Pride]] and [[Ambition]], the Illuminates combined study of the Way with mastery of the [[Net of the Heavens]] and were known to be quite active in political affairs of the [[territory]], nation, and (from time to time) the Empire itself. Since the reign of [[Emperor Walter]] they had been somewhat reticent about involving themselves in wider affairs - but during the reign of the late [[Empress Britta]] there were signs this spire was beginning to pay close attention to affairs of the [[~~Synod\|~~Synod]] and [[Senate]] once more. Both spires were captured by the Druj during the 381YE invasion, and those Urizen who did not manage to flee are presumed either dead or enslaved.		Of particular note were the famous spire of [[#Endsmeet\|Endsmeet]], and the '''Hall of the Risen Sun''', a beautiful edifice of white granite, polished marble, and [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] mirrors which serves as a great cathedral for the faithful of Zenith (and Urizen as a whole). Dedicated to the virtues of [[Pride]] and [[Ambition]], the Illuminates combined study of the Way with mastery of the [[Net of the Heavens]] and were known to be quite active in political affairs of the [[territory]], nation, and (from time to time) the Empire itself. Since the reign of [[Emperor Walter]] they had been somewhat reticent about involving themselves in wider affairs - but during the reign of the late [[Empress Britta]] there were signs this spire was beginning to pay close attention to affairs of the [[Synod]] and [[Senate]] once more. Both spires were captured by the Druj during the 381YE invasion, and those Urizen who did not manage to flee are presumed either dead or enslaved.

	===Proceris===		===Proceris===

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	More than any other region in Zenith, Occursion was home to spires dedicated to religious philosophy and many [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|illuminates]] and [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|questors]] had their homes here. The northernmost slopes of these mountains enjoyed a particularly still, cold, dry air which was believed to aid contemplation, and focus the mind. Priests here practiced meditative arts and subtle magics that allowed them to explore their own thoughts, and often receive unique insights into the natures of the virtues and the philosophies of [[the Way]]. The [[Keeper_of_the_Tower_of_the_Fall#The_Tower_of_the_Fall\|Tower of the Fall]] was believed to have been built as a retreat for just such an exploration of the inner magic of the spirit. Sadly, the Tower was a casualty of the Druj invasion. Along with the beautiful [[Custodian_of_the_Starlight_Drift#The_Starlight_Drift_of_Shimmering_Snow\|Starlight Drift of Shimmering Snow]], it was [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Hunting By The Rivers\|torn apart by the rapacious orcs]].		More than any other region in Zenith, Occursion was home to spires dedicated to religious philosophy and many [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|illuminates]] and [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|questors]] had their homes here. The northernmost slopes of these mountains enjoyed a particularly still, cold, dry air which was believed to aid contemplation, and focus the mind. Priests here practiced meditative arts and subtle magics that allowed them to explore their own thoughts, and often receive unique insights into the natures of the virtues and the philosophies of [[the Way]]. The [[Keeper_of_the_Tower_of_the_Fall#The_Tower_of_the_Fall\|Tower of the Fall]] was believed to have been built as a retreat for just such an exploration of the inner magic of the spirit. Sadly, the Tower was a casualty of the Druj invasion. Along with the beautiful [[Custodian_of_the_Starlight_Drift#The_Starlight_Drift_of_Shimmering_Snow\|Starlight Drift of Shimmering Snow]], it was [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Hunting By The Rivers\|torn apart by the rapacious orcs]].

	Of particular note were the famous spire of [[#Endsmeet\|Endsmeet]], and the '''Hall of the Risen Sun''', a beautiful edifice of white granite, polished marble, and [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] mirrors which serves as a great cathedral for the faithful of Zenith (and Urizen as a whole). Dedicated to the virtues of [[Pride]] and [[Ambition]], the Illuminates combined study of the Way with mastery of the [[Net of the Heavens]] and were known to be quite active in political affairs of the [[territory]], nation, and (from time to time) the Empire itself. Since the reign of [[Emperor Walter]] they had been somewhat reticent about involving themselves in wider affairs - but during the reign of the late [[Empress Britta]] there were signs this spire was beginning to pay close attention to affairs of the [[Synod\|Synod]] and [[~~Senate\|~~Senate]] once more. Both spires were captured by the Druj during the 381YE invasion, and those Urizen who did not manage to flee are presumed either dead or enslaved.		Of particular note were the famous spire of [[#Endsmeet\|Endsmeet]], and the '''Hall of the Risen Sun''', a beautiful edifice of white granite, polished marble, and [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] mirrors which serves as a great cathedral for the faithful of Zenith (and Urizen as a whole). Dedicated to the virtues of [[Pride]] and [[Ambition]], the Illuminates combined study of the Way with mastery of the [[Net of the Heavens]] and were known to be quite active in political affairs of the [[territory]], nation, and (from time to time) the Empire itself. Since the reign of [[Emperor Walter]] they had been somewhat reticent about involving themselves in wider affairs - but during the reign of the late [[Empress Britta]] there were signs this spire was beginning to pay close attention to affairs of the [[Synod\|Synod]] and [[Senate]] once more. Both spires were captured by the Druj during the 381YE invasion, and those Urizen who did not manage to flee are presumed either dead or enslaved.

	===Proceris===		===Proceris===

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	More than any other region in Zenith, Occursion was home to spires dedicated to religious philosophy and many [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|illuminates]] and [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|questors]] had their homes here. The northernmost slopes of these mountains enjoyed a particularly still, cold, dry air which was believed to aid contemplation, and focus the mind. Priests here practiced meditative arts and subtle magics that allowed them to explore their own thoughts, and often receive unique insights into the natures of the virtues and the philosophies of [[the Way]]. The [[Keeper_of_the_Tower_of_the_Fall#The_Tower_of_the_Fall\|Tower of the Fall]] was believed to have been built as a retreat for just such an exploration of the inner magic of the spirit. Sadly, the Tower was a casualty of the Druj invasion. Along with the beautiful [[Custodian_of_the_Starlight_Drift#The_Starlight_Drift_of_Shimmering_Snow\|Starlight Drift of Shimmering Snow]], it was [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Hunting By The Rivers\|torn apart by the rapacious orcs]].		More than any other region in Zenith, Occursion was home to spires dedicated to religious philosophy and many [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|illuminates]] and [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|questors]] had their homes here. The northernmost slopes of these mountains enjoyed a particularly still, cold, dry air which was believed to aid contemplation, and focus the mind. Priests here practiced meditative arts and subtle magics that allowed them to explore their own thoughts, and often receive unique insights into the natures of the virtues and the philosophies of [[the Way]]. The [[Keeper_of_the_Tower_of_the_Fall#The_Tower_of_the_Fall\|Tower of the Fall]] was believed to have been built as a retreat for just such an exploration of the inner magic of the spirit. Sadly, the Tower was a casualty of the Druj invasion. Along with the beautiful [[Custodian_of_the_Starlight_Drift#The_Starlight_Drift_of_Shimmering_Snow\|Starlight Drift of Shimmering Snow]], it was [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Hunting By The Rivers\|torn apart by the rapacious orcs]].

	Of particular note were the famous spire of [[#Endsmeet\|Endsmeet]], and the '''Hall of the Risen Sun''', a beautiful edifice of white granite, polished marble, and [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] mirrors which serves as a great cathedral for the faithful of Zenith (and Urizen as a whole). Dedicated to the virtues of [[Pride]] and [[Ambition]], the Illuminates combined study of the Way with mastery of the [[Net of the Heavens]] and were known to be quite active in political affairs of the [[territory]], nation, and (from time to time) the Empire itself. Since the reign of [[Emperor Walter]] they had been somewhat reticent about involving themselves in wider affairs - but during the reign of the late [[Empress Britta]] there were signs this spire was beginning to pay close attention to affairs of the [[~~Imperial~~ Synod\|Synod]] and [[Senate\|Senate]] once more. Both spires were captured by the Druj during the 381YE invasion, and those Urizen who did not manage to flee are presumed either dead or enslaved.		Of particular note were the famous spire of [[#Endsmeet\|Endsmeet]], and the '''Hall of the Risen Sun''', a beautiful edifice of white granite, polished marble, and [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] mirrors which serves as a great cathedral for the faithful of Zenith (and Urizen as a whole). Dedicated to the virtues of [[Pride]] and [[Ambition]], the Illuminates combined study of the Way with mastery of the [[Net of the Heavens]] and were known to be quite active in political affairs of the [[territory]], nation, and (from time to time) the Empire itself. Since the reign of [[Emperor Walter]] they had been somewhat reticent about involving themselves in wider affairs - but during the reign of the late [[Empress Britta]] there were signs this spire was beginning to pay close attention to affairs of the [[Synod\|Synod]] and [[Senate\|Senate]] once more. Both spires were captured by the Druj during the 381YE invasion, and those Urizen who did not manage to flee are presumed either dead or enslaved.

	===Proceris===		===Proceris===

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	More than any other region in Zenith, Occursion was home to spires dedicated to religious philosophy and many [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|illuminates]] and [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|questors]] had their homes here. The northernmost slopes of these mountains enjoyed a particularly still, cold, dry air which was believed to aid contemplation, and focus the mind. Priests here practiced meditative arts and subtle magics that allowed them to explore their own thoughts, and often receive unique insights into the natures of the virtues and the philosophies of [[the Way]]. The [[Keeper_of_the_Tower_of_the_Fall#The_Tower_of_the_Fall\|Tower of the Fall]] was believed to have been built as a retreat for just such an exploration of the inner magic of the spirit. Sadly, the Tower was a casualty of the Druj invasion. Along with the beautiful [[Custodian_of_the_Starlight_Drift#The_Starlight_Drift_of_Shimmering_Snow\|Starlight Drift of Shimmering Snow]], it was [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Hunting By The Rivers\|torn apart by the rapacious orcs]].		More than any other region in Zenith, Occursion was home to spires dedicated to religious philosophy and many [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|illuminates]] and [[Urizen_religious_beliefs#Illuminates\|questors]] had their homes here. The northernmost slopes of these mountains enjoyed a particularly still, cold, dry air which was believed to aid contemplation, and focus the mind. Priests here practiced meditative arts and subtle magics that allowed them to explore their own thoughts, and often receive unique insights into the natures of the virtues and the philosophies of [[the Way]]. The [[Keeper_of_the_Tower_of_the_Fall#The_Tower_of_the_Fall\|Tower of the Fall]] was believed to have been built as a retreat for just such an exploration of the inner magic of the spirit. Sadly, the Tower was a casualty of the Druj invasion. Along with the beautiful [[Custodian_of_the_Starlight_Drift#The_Starlight_Drift_of_Shimmering_Snow\|Starlight Drift of Shimmering Snow]], it was [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Hunting By The Rivers\|torn apart by the rapacious orcs]].

	Of particular note were the famous spire of [[#Endsmeet\|Endsmeet]], and the '''Hall of the Risen Sun''', a beautiful edifice of white granite, polished marble, and [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] mirrors which serves as a great cathedral for the faithful of Zenith (and Urizen as a whole). Dedicated to the virtues of [[Pride]] and [[Ambition]], the Illuminates combined study of the Way with mastery of the [[Net of the Heavens]] and were known to be quite active in political affairs of the [[territory]], nation, and (from time to time) the Empire itself. Since the reign of [[Emperor Walter]] they had been somewhat reticent about involving themselves in wider affairs - but during the reign of the late [[Empress Britta]] there were signs this spire was beginning to pay close attention to affairs of the [[Imperial Synod\|Synod]] and [[~~Imperial~~ Senate\|Senate]] once more. Both spires were captured by the Druj during the 381YE invasion, and those Urizen who did not manage to flee are presumed either dead or enslaved.		Of particular note were the famous spire of [[#Endsmeet\|Endsmeet]], and the '''Hall of the Risen Sun''', a beautiful edifice of white granite, polished marble, and [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] mirrors which serves as a great cathedral for the faithful of Zenith (and Urizen as a whole). Dedicated to the virtues of [[Pride]] and [[Ambition]], the Illuminates combined study of the Way with mastery of the [[Net of the Heavens]] and were known to be quite active in political affairs of the [[territory]], nation, and (from time to time) the Empire itself. Since the reign of [[Emperor Walter]] they had been somewhat reticent about involving themselves in wider affairs - but during the reign of the late [[Empress Britta]] there were signs this spire was beginning to pay close attention to affairs of the [[Imperial Synod\|Synod]] and [[Senate\|Senate]] once more. Both spires were captured by the Druj during the 381YE invasion, and those Urizen who did not manage to flee are presumed either dead or enslaved.

	===Proceris===		===Proceris===

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OOC Notes

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	==OOC Notes==		==OOC Notes==
	* As of the start of the ~~Summer Solstice~~ 387YE, the ~~Druj control Lustri and~~ Urizen (and by extension the Empire) control the ~~rest of the~~ territory. Zenith is an Urizen territory.		* As of the start of the Autumn Equinox 387YE, the Urizen (and by extension the Empire) control the entire territory. Zenith is an Urizen territory.
	* Any attempt to build a [[fortification]] in flooded [[#Proceris\|Proceris]] are likely to encounter additional costs and difficulties.		* Any attempt to build a [[fortification]] in flooded [[#Proceris\|Proceris]] are likely to encounter additional costs and difficulties.
	* [[business\|Businesses]] in the territory benefit from the Bridge of Air and produce an extra 36 rings each season.		* [[business\|Businesses]] in the territory benefit from the Bridge of Air and produce an extra 36 rings each season.

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	==Further Reading==		==Further Reading==
	* [[Root and branch]] - 387YE Summer ~~Wind~~ of ~~War~~ with details of the Druj invasion		* [[Sound_and_vision#A_Mountain_Rises_(Zenith)\|Sound and vision]] - 387YE Summer wind of fortune on the raising of Mount Polus
	* [[Write your own ending]] - 384YE Winter ~~Wind~~ of ~~Fortune~~ that offers opportunities to create a new purpose for the territory		* [[Root and branch]] - 387YE Summer wind of war with details of the Druj invasion
	* [[Where do we go from here?]] - 385YE Spring ~~Wind~~ of ~~Fortune~~ that looks into what the focus of the [[#Crucible of Fate\|Crucible of Fate]] could be		* [[Write your own ending]] - 384YE Winter wind of fortune that offers opportunities to create a new purpose for the territory
	* [[Fate and function]] - 385YE Summer ~~Wind~~ of ~~Fortune~~ that describes the function of the Crucible of Fate		* [[Where do we go from here?]] - 385YE Spring wind of fortune that looks into what the focus of the [[#Crucible of Fate\|Crucible of Fate]] could be
			* [[Fate and function]] - 385YE Summer wind of fortune that describes the function of the Crucible of Fate
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	[[Category:Gazetteer]]		[[Category:Gazetteer]]
	[[Category:Imperial_Territory]]		[[Category:Imperial_Territory]]

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	During the Winter Solstice 381YE, the Druj undertook esoteric action including the creation of several [[Druj_miasma#Miasma_Pillars\|miasma pillars]] that began transforming the entire region into a stinking morass of marsh and swampland.		During the Winter Solstice 381YE, the Druj undertook esoteric action including the creation of several [[Druj_miasma#Miasma_Pillars\|miasma pillars]] that began transforming the entire region into a stinking morass of marsh and swampland.

			In southern Proceris stands one of the [[The_fate_of_the_many#The_Serpent's_Edge\|two mithril serpent statues]] that connect the Urizen living in Spiral to their siblings in the rest of their nation. Using the power of [[Sung]] they allow the [[spire\|spires]] to the south to maintain their metaphysical connection to the rest of Urizen provided they draw on the power of the [[Vale of Shadows]]. If the statue were damaged or destroyed, that connection might well be permanently severed.
	{{Senate Elections\|Senator_for_Zenith\|Territory=Zenith\|Season=Winter\|Controlled=is}}		{{Senate Elections\|Senator_for_Zenith\|Territory=Zenith\|Season=Winter\|Controlled=is}}