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[[Image:Ta-Vaalor.png|thumb|right|Ta'Vaalor map by Maetriks]]
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'''Ta'Vaalor''' is one of five remaining city-states in the [[Elven Nations]].
'''Ta'Vaalor''' is a militaristic elven city-state in northeastern Elanith ruled by the [[House of Vaalor]]. It is one of the five major states that comprise the [[Elven Nations]].


== History ==
After the opening of the trail across the Dragonspine Mountains (via [[Zul Logoth]]) which connects the [[Elven Nations]] to the adventuring lands of [[Wehnimer's Landing]], [[Solhaven]], [[Icemule Trace]] and [[River's Rest]], Ta'Vaalor also became frequented by adventurers. In the case of Ta'Vaalor, most of these adventurers were relatively inexperienced, and many traveled on to other areas that they found more challenging there after gaining some skills there.


It is separated from [[Ta'Illistim]] and its environs by the [[Lake of Fear]]. A free ferry service (funded by King Qalinor of Ta'Vaalor) crossed the lake every half hour or so. Passengers can bribe the ferry captain to speed the journey along at the price of 5,000 silvers worth of gems or notes, or 2,500 for citizens.
Ta'Vaalor was built as an island fortress on the [[Mistydeep River]]. The natural moat gives it a highly defensible position. The city was made accessible to adventurers in 5103 with the the opening of the trail across the [[Dragonspine Mountains]]. It is separated from [[Ta'Illistim]] and its environs by the [[Lake of Fear]]. A free ferry service (funded by King Qalinor of Ta'Vaalor) crosses the lake every 15 minutes or so. Passengers can bribe the ferry captain to speed the journey along at the price of 5,000 silvers worth of gems or notes, or 2,500 for citizens. Experienced adventurers may also take the more dangerous [[Aradhul Road]] between the two realms.


[[Qalinor Falustro Vaalor]] is the current King of Ta'Vaalor, succeeding [[Tyrnian]] in 5113.
Ta'Vaalor was built as a fortress on an island with drawbridges, right in the middle of the [[Mistydeep River]]. There are four bridges total, each leading to a different part of the outlying area. The natural moat makes the city very defendable.


Among the city's other wandering residents are a [[Guardians of Sunfist|dwarven recruiter]], a sleek golden ferret, a light-robed erithian woman, the Guard Captain, [[Death's Sting|a middle-aged blonde elven priestess]], [[Council of Light|a ragged old blind man]], and a white-robed acolyte.
Among the city's other wandering residents are a [[Guardians of Sunfist|dwarven recruiter]], a sleek golden ferret, a light-robed erithian woman, the Guard Captain, [[Death's Sting|a middle-aged blonde elven priestess]], [[Council of Light|a ragged old blind man]], and a white-robed acolyte.


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== Help for new arrivals ==
On [[Phoenatos]] 26, 5109, King Tyrnian decreed that a permit was needed for visitors to Ta'Vaalor. Specifically, non-citizens need such a permit to be able to trade in the town shops. It is still possible to visit the town without the proper papers. The permit needs to be updated on a monthly basis and can be obtained from the clerk attending to [[citizenship]] issues at the [[Wyvern Keep]].

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:''See also: [[A beginner's guide to Ta'Vaalor]]''

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Young [[Player character|adventurers]] can earn silvers by running errands for [[Sassion]]. Sassion can be found in the building inside the [[Vermilion Gate]]. Pass beyond the curtain inside. She'll ask you to deliver messages to the guards at the four gates and to the guard at the southernmost end of Amaranth Court. By the way, these guards do sometimes get thirsty while on duty - so if you happen to have a glass of water handy, they may well appreciate it.

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Young adventurers should also ask the various shop proprietors for a job. Some of them are looking for various goods and oddities.

Lastly, adventurers should get a permit from the citizenship clerk at Wyvern Keep.

== Permits ==

On Phoenatos 26, 5109, King Tyrnian decreed that a permit was needed for visitors to Ta'Vaalor, which can be obtained from the citizenship clerk in Wyvern Keep. The monthly permit is free to new adventurers as well as to citizens of Ta'Vaalor, but costs a fee of 2000 silvers otherwise.

Having a permit allows one to trade in the town shops and enter the city gates at night without being subjected to a lengthy personal search.

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To find the citizenship office in Wyvern Keep, head east after entering the main hall, then go through the arch. You do not have to hold this document in your hand when encountering shopkeepers and guards, but it is helpful to have a hand available if you need to find it in a hurry.

== The Crimson Legion ==

{{main|Crimson Legion}}


Any [[House of Vaalor|Vaalor]] elf and full citizen of Ta'Vaalor has the opportunity to join the [[Crimson Legion]], the official army of Ta'Vaalor. Members of the Legion have the opportunity to attain some of the following ranks or [[Title system|titles]]:
Any [[Vaalor]] elf and full citizen of Ta'Vaalor has the opportunity to join the [[Crimson Legion]], the official army of Ta'Vaalor. Members of the Legion have the opportunity to attain some of the following ranks or [[Title system|titles]]:


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**Crimson Legion Reservist
**Crimson Legion Reservist
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== Help for new arrivals ==
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:''Main article: [[A beginner's guide to Ta'Vaalor]]''
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Young [[Player character|adventurers]] can earn silvers by running errands for [[Sassion]]. Sassion can be found in the building inside the [[Vermilion Gate]]. Pass beyond the curtain inside. She'll ask you to deliver messages to the guards at the four gates and to the guard at the southernmost end of Amaranth Court. By the way, these guards do sometimes get thirsty while on duty - so if you happen to have a glass of water handy, they may well appreciate it.

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Young adventures should also ask the various shop proprietors for a job. Some of them are looking for various goods and oddities.

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Lastly, adventurers should get a permit from the citizenship clerk at Wyvern Keep. Step to the right after entering the hall, then go through the arch. You do not have to hold this document in your hand when encountering the guards at the gates, but it's helpful to have a hand available if you need to find it in a hurry.


== Places of interest ==
== Places of interest ==
* King's Court: main gathering place for adventurers
* King's Court: main gathering place for adventurers
* Wyvern Keep: government offices located at the north end of Amaranth Court.
* Wyvern Keep: government offices located at the north end of Amaranth Court.
**Debt collector - {{boldmono|GO HALL, GO MARBLE ARCHWAY}}
**Debt collector: {{boldmono|GO HALL, GO MARBLE ARCHWAY}}
**Citizenship and gate passports - {{boldmono|GO HALL, E, GO STONE ARCH}}
**Citizenship and gate passports: {{boldmono|GO HALL, E, GO STONE ARCH, ASK CLERK FOR PAPERS}}
**Public lockers - {{boldmono|GO HALL, E, S}}
**Public lockers: {{boldmono|GO HALL, E, S}}
* [[Justice|Hall of Justice]]
* [[Justice|Hall of Justice]]
* [[Co-operative Houses of Elanthia|Dancing Dachre]]
* [[Co-operative Houses of Elanthia|Dancing Dachre]]

Revision as of 16:01, 3 December 2015

File:Ta-Vaalor.png
Ta'Vaalor map by Maetriks

Ta'Vaalor is a militaristic elven city-state in northeastern Elanith ruled by the House of Vaalor. It is one of the five major states that comprise the Elven Nations.

History

Ta'Vaalor was built as an island fortress on the Mistydeep River. The natural moat gives it a highly defensible position. The city was made accessible to adventurers in 5103 with the the opening of the trail across the Dragonspine Mountains. It is separated from Ta'Illistim and its environs by the Lake of Fear. A free ferry service (funded by King Qalinor of Ta'Vaalor) crosses the lake every 15 minutes or so. Passengers can bribe the ferry captain to speed the journey along at the price of 5,000 silvers worth of gems or notes, or 2,500 for citizens. Experienced adventurers may also take the more dangerous Aradhul Road between the two realms.

Qalinor Falustro Vaalor is the current King of Ta'Vaalor, succeeding Tyrnian in 5113.

Among the city's other wandering residents are a dwarven recruiter, a sleek golden ferret, a light-robed erithian woman, the Guard Captain, a middle-aged blonde elven priestess, a ragged old blind man, and a white-robed acolyte.

Help for new arrivals

See also: A beginner's guide to Ta'Vaalor

Young adventurers can earn silvers by running errands for Sassion. Sassion can be found in the building inside the Vermilion Gate. Pass beyond the curtain inside. She'll ask you to deliver messages to the guards at the four gates and to the guard at the southernmost end of Amaranth Court. By the way, these guards do sometimes get thirsty while on duty - so if you happen to have a glass of water handy, they may well appreciate it.

Young adventurers should also ask the various shop proprietors for a job. Some of them are looking for various goods and oddities.

Lastly, adventurers should get a permit from the citizenship clerk at Wyvern Keep.

Permits

On Phoenatos 26, 5109, King Tyrnian decreed that a permit was needed for visitors to Ta'Vaalor, which can be obtained from the citizenship clerk in Wyvern Keep. The monthly permit is free to new adventurers as well as to citizens of Ta'Vaalor, but costs a fee of 2000 silvers otherwise.

Having a permit allows one to trade in the town shops and enter the city gates at night without being subjected to a lengthy personal search.

To find the citizenship office in Wyvern Keep, head east after entering the main hall, then go through the arch. You do not have to hold this document in your hand when encountering shopkeepers and guards, but it is helpful to have a hand available if you need to find it in a hurry.

The Crimson Legion

Main article: Crimson Legion

Any Vaalor elf and full citizen of Ta'Vaalor has the opportunity to join the Crimson Legion, the official army of Ta'Vaalor. Members of the Legion have the opportunity to attain some of the following ranks or titles:

  • Prename:
    • Squire Legionnaire
    • Legionnaire
    • First Legionnaire
    • High Legionnaire
  • Postname:
    • Crimson Legion Reservist

Places of interest

Shops

Weapons and Armor


Adventuring Supplies

Clothing and Jewelry


Food and Drink


Miscellaneous

Additional shops may be found nearby in Ravelin.

Resources

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Major Settlements:
The Founders:
Famous Elves:
Rulers:
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