Solhaven

Solhaven map by Mourne

The Freeport of Solhaven is a district within the Turamzzyrian city of Vornavis, the eponymous seat of the Barony of Vornavis. Solhaven was established some time during the 46th century along the Vornavian coast. In 5098, Baron Malwind opened a public trade route between Solhaven and Wehnimer's Landing, though rumor has it that smugglers had blazed the trail long beforehand. As a port, the district's population is dominated by merchants, sailors, and local ruffians that long benefited from its status as an Imperial free port. The foremost civilian power is the Mercantylers' Guild, but religious sects and the Empire both have considerable cachet, especially after the city was stripped of its free port status after the assassination of Empress Mynal'lyanna in 5103. Solhaven was placed under the control of the Northern Sentinel of the Turamzzyrian Empire, and has since undergone a succession of leaders.

History

Solhaven was founded on an unusual plot of land that is part tidal marsh and part solid ground, with various parts of the district extending out over the water. The land beneath the city is geologically unstable, containing a variety of tunnels. These served as home to a nameless dwarven clan that settled in the area in prehistory, and have long been used by thieves and smugglers.

Solhaven has been occupied or destroyed several times during the course of its history. The original outpost likely fell victim to kraken, massive sea beasts that breed in the surrounding waters. In recent times, it has been invaded by Jantalar and the armed forces of V'tull, and Sheru. Twice during the Griffin Sword Saga, the district was occupied and renamed to Nighthaven by the Sheruvian High Priest, Draezir.

In 5109, the district was wiped out by a tidal wave. With the assistance of Hall of Mages members and notable locals, the city was reconstructed from its inhabitants' memories. Due to fluctuations in the spell and imperfections of recollection, the resulting construction had a considerably different topography in some portions. (For more information, see Solhaven Cataclysm.)

Notable Persons

Current:

• Sir Gedrick the Grey
• Baron Dunrith Malwind
• Salnim Malwind

Historical:

• Paidreg Venquinor
• Mirke
• Roame
• Tseleth
• Carellus Ranheles
• Vectrus Kestrel Ranheles
• Mynalia Anodheles

NPCs

The following NPCs can be found in Solhaven:

• a stooped old woman
• a Wizened Gnome
• a peglegged cat
• a Haggard Matron
• a street urchin
• a dirty rat
• an old sailor
• a Mangy red-haired man
• a big dark-complected brute
• a lanky black-haired vendor
• a drunken sailor
• a Dwarven Recruiter
• the peddler Gertie
• a pelican

Shops

Main article: Category: Solhaven Shops

• A Dark Building
• Beltheine's Flowers
• Darbo Phoop's Arcane Outfitters
• Dargeur's Armors
• Galnuir's Archery
• Gertie's Flavored Ices
• Ilyra's Fashions
• Kahlyr's Precious Gems
• Market Bridge Bakery
• Ouslanders Garb
• Sargassa's (Herbalist)
• Solhaven Arms
• Solhaven Chandler's Shop
• The Belt Booth
• The Magi's Stave
• The Muffinsmith Stall
• The Small Blades Stand
• Ye Olde Sweete Shoppe

Special

• Wizened Gnome (sells crickets)

Resources

• Area maps
• Hunting areas
• Hangman's Bridge
• A nefarious hangout revealed (saved post)
• Captured (short story)
• Official Documentation on Vornavis, on Play.net
• Solhaven Officials folder
• Solhaven Socializing Officials folder
• Solhaven Hunting Areas Officials folder