Volnygrad



= Volnygrad = Volnygrad (voʊl·nɪ·ɡræd) is a port town located in the south-central region of the High Kingdom of Yunria. It sits right on the mouth of the river that serves as a natural border between the kingdoms of Yuvaria and Nathria. It was founded on July 31st, 2021 by two individuals known as Kubba and Walter. West Volnygrad was owned by Walter whereas East Volnygrad was owned by Kubba, however their authority is considered equal across the entire town. In the present day, Bishop Golden T.A. O'Cath owns the entire city itself.

Etymology
The etymology of Volnygrad comes from the Lechnič (leh·niʈʃ) language, the native tongue of Kubba. It can be separated into the roots “volny” (voʊl·nɪ), meaning “free”, and “grad” (ɡræd), meaning “settlement” or “city”. The meaning behind the name reflects the principles that the town was founded on: liberty and self-determinism.

Early History
Volnygrad was founded as a small settlement on the border between Grandia and Avaria. It existed unbeknownst to the authorities of either government or the rest of Eldham. However this was short lived. One day while working on building the first house, Kubba encountered AdamAJ447, an associate of the deceased High King of Yunria, Ashey. This opened up communication between Volnygrad and Lavahold, a fort owned by Ashey himself, located a short distance east of where Volnygrad was first founded. This connection lead to Volnygrad joining Yuvaria after it declared it's independence from Avaria and Ashey assumed leadership over the nation. When it initially joined, half of the settlement was still located in Grandia. This lead to a land trade between Yuvaria and Grandia in order to avoid future disputes. (Note: Today Grandia/Nathria and Yuvaria have merged to form Yunria)

Recent Events
On November 9th, 2021 High King Ashey announced the abandonment of Lavahold. Since then, Volnygrad has expanded into Lavahold, working on transforming it into a functioning port as well as being the headquarters of the East Volnygrad Trading Company. On the 13th of January, 2022, the mantle of ownership was transferred to Bishop Golden Tigris Apollo O'Cath. It was from his new position as mayor that he changed the flag of Volny and built the Greater Cathedral of Volny, he introduced new players who helped bring life back to the city. He also constucted the High Tower of Volny, forever making a mark on the history of the buildings of both Volnygrad and in all Yuvaria (what remains of Yunria),

Industry
Volnygrad has several existing industries, as well as several planned ones which will be implemented in the near future.

The Krog
The Krog is a bar owned and operated by Walter. It serves all kinds of brews ranging from non-alcoholic to alcoholic beverages which are brewed in the local brewery as well as imported from across Eldham.

The Volnygrad Market
The market is dedicated for citizens to put up their goods for sale, it is available to purchase from for both residents and non-residents.

Volnygrad Farm
Volnygrad Farm was once owned and operated by Dignis, it produces wheat, potatoes, carrots, and honey as well as raising livestock.

The East Volnygrad Trading Company
The EVTC is a new company funded by Kubba, it hopes to export goods across Yunria and neighboring nations, as well as possibly establishing new branches across Eldham.

Religion
Formerly Volnygrad was a secular town, with no dedicated places of worship. Its founders are followers of the Klexic philosophy which discourages mortal kind's dependency on religion. However, members of all faiths are welcome in Volnygrad.

Following the footsteps of the founders, the cathedral has now opened its doors to host both secular and religious events within the cathedral.