Blackpool

History
Krynn, being so close to the seat of Arkhosian power, had a very high concentration of Dragonborn villages, towns, and cities. The area now known as Grenwyck is no different. As was common practice in the Arkhosian Empire, each of these cities and towns are lorded over by a Dragon; this particular area was ruled over by a black dragon, named Xy’Raxxus. During the War of Ruin, several dragonflights turned on their kin and began fighting on the side of Dumat and his infernals. It is believed that Xy’Raxxus was among these dragons. When the war came to an end and the dust settled over the battle scarred landscape, the various race re-emerged and began to lay claim to the ruins of the old empire. Blackpool was one of the first of these areas in South-eastern Krynn. Having a large defensive wall provided at least a perceived safety to the people who took refuge there.

Geography
Like many of the larger cities in the region, Blackpool was build on the ruins of a Dragonborn city after the fall of the Arkhosian Empire. One of the most remarkable features of the city is the Black Dragon Gate, an original feature of the city, still standing after more than a millenia. The City of Blackpool is broken down into several districts Highgarten, Dunwahl, and Dust Town. Highgarten is, like each of the districts, a walled subsection of Blackpool. This district is home to Grand Duke Konrad Wilhelm, his royal family, and the aristocratic This area, colloquially referred to as Old Town, is built on top of the original ruins left by the last Great War, and was built around the famed Black Dragon Gate. The High Temple resides here, as well as a large temple dedicated to Bahamut. Dunwahl makes up the majority of Blackpool, and houses as massive market know as the Divide. On the eastern side of the Divide lies the various trade guilds, and their respective warehouses, the noises of their loud, raucous machinery spilling over the wall into Dust Town. The western side of the Divide is much more of a residential area abutting the Black Dragon Gate and Highgarten. The primary occupants of this residential area are wealthy merchants, guild leaders, and harbormasters. Located in the northern end of the Divide, toward the docks is a small temple dedicated to Lathorius, where sailors and their families make prayers and bring sacrifices for the safe passage on the open sea. Dust Town, contrary to the rest of the bustling city, is more of an overcrowded shanty town than an actual district of a city; it resides outside of the stonewrought walls of the city proper, but behind a makeshift wooden palisade. Dust Town is comprised of the less wealthy merchants, the peddlers and vendors not associated with the guilds, the dock workers of Tidewater Bay, and the majority of the cities paupers.

Government
Ruled over by Grand Duke Konrad Wilhelm, fourth cousin, by marriage, of His Royal Highness King Archibald Ferdinand I, first of his name. Like all duchies of Grenwyck, Greenwall is lorded over by an appointed relative of the Royal Family, with various lesser nobility overseeing the day to day minutia of the of the towns and villages. Aiding the Grand Duke in his duties are the members of his small council; Frederik Hollen from the Council of Coin, Markus Braum from the Council of Will, and Shield-Captain Tenebraus Stone-eye of the Red Shields. Foreign relations As the largest oceanic trading post in easter Grenwyck, Blackpool is a bustling hub of activity. Many foreign and domestic dignitaries and diplomats travel into and out of Blackpool’s Crown Port, on their way to the capital. As such, Blackpool is well known to all but the farthest reaches of Velgarth. Military The noble houses of Blackpool each have their own standing private military outfits, with the smallest house having only two or three dozen soldiers and the Grand Duke’s private force measuring in the hundreds. The small armies, however, do not fight for the city, nor do they keep order. they have been paid or have sworn fealty to defend the house for which they stand. the defense and law-keeping of Blackpool falls to the knights of the Red Shields. Appointed to power by the King, the Red Shields were once a large mercenary force scattered all over Grenwyck. With fat purses and a silver tongue, the Shield were able to negotiate themselves one of the largest mercenary contracts to have ever existed in Tymarel. They now solely serve and answer to the crown, acting as a nationwide law enforcement agency. Landmarks

The Artful Dodger
Once a large mercantile vessel that was lost in a game of chance, the Artful Dodger now sits, permanently moored at the docks. A favored drinking spot for deckhands, dock workers, and adventurers alike. If you have tale, someone at the Dodger has a better one.

The Blushing Mermaid
Located in the south-eastern section of Blackpool, the Blushing Mermaid is an establishment known for its status as a hub of illicit business.

The Gilded Scale
Moneylender in the docks along the waterfront specializing in the trade of coins, gems, and valuables.

The Temple of the Nine
Two temples of the nine exist in Blackpool, one in inside the walls of Highgarten and one in Dunwahl.

House of Platinum Light
Temple dedicated to Bahamut, located within the walled Highgarten, and presided over by High Priestess Veruca Tyverian.

Statue of the Sea King
This is a massive stone statue of Lathorius that stands at the entrance to the docks. At his feet you can see piles of offerings, most likely

Harbor
Blackpool has a large and busy harbor that opens up into the Tidewater Bay. The harbormaster resides in a small shack. The harbor is closed after sunset, after which no ships may tie up. Latecomers must wait out in the bay until sunrise.