Miklagard (Eldham)

Miklagard is a large city built on a large island that's part of the Helsian isles. It's the capital of Helsia.

Founding
The city of Miklagard was founded by TheNordicBear and Nomissimon10 as an attempt to create a safe haven for their followers to live and prosper.

The two week wait
During the expansion of Miklagard a conflict occurd when the city expanded into a neighbouring town called New Grove owned by GhostyOG. Tensions arose when neither side were willing to let the other expand and after many hours of discussion, a best of three duel was planned to decide who were to take control. The duel was a clear victory on the side of Miklagard when the warrior B_sian defeated GhostyOG in the two first battles. After the duel the agreement was made for New Grove to merge into Miklagard.

Capital City
During the end of Nomissimon10's first term as king he proposed to make Miklagard the capital city of Helsia as it was the strongest and fastest growing at the time. The proposition passed and Miklagard was made the capital of Helsia.

The wall
During the expansion of Miklagard it was quickly decided to build a wall to fully encompass the city and protect it's residents from bandits and enemies. The wall consisted of interconnected towers and gates meant to allow the patroling guards to look out for enemies and ensure they couldn't enter the city.

The gates
The gates around Miklagard that protects its citizens and allows for safe trade, was built by master engineer Xenon, also known as "The gate keeper". In total there are 8 gates. 5 in the southern part of Miklagard and 3 in the northern part. The gates are also named. From the south: Sørligste, Alexandria's, Old Harbour, Vestligste, Stave, Østligste, Nordligste and Ycaz -gate.

"Stortinget"
"Stortinget" was built to serve as a parlamentary building inside Miklagard, however it has yet to be fully furnished or even used.

The poisoned barrel
The poisoned barrel is Miklagards only bar run by the artisian Tigerben. It serves several different beverages and is known for serving high proof liqour to whoever is fortunate enough to enter whilst the bartender is present. There was also served cheese but after the construction of the inn and cheese cellar production was stopped.

The Stave Church
The stave church in Miklagard was built by an unknown person. Its style represent craftmanship from someone from the north and is well suited for the place Miklagard is located. The building has no purpose in Miklagard as there aren't any religion in the city. Nevertheless the citizens are happy that there is a church that represent freedom in the city.

Alchemy n' stuffs
Alchemy n' stuffs is a building located in the town Miklagard. The buildings purpose is to provide housing for the Herbalist B_sian and to sell his wares which is mostly potions and stuffs.