Windcliff

Windcliff is a town situated in Northern Sørgliste, in the Republic of Ato, which was established on the site of Windcliff Keep, a dilapidated castle. The Keep has stood on this land for many years to which its origins are relatively unknown. In mid July 2021, the then at the time Squatter town of Atopolis was seeking their freedom from the Free States of Tortuga through revolutionary talks. These never went anywhere as they were sold out by Yimmu-Audal, and the Pirate King showed up and forced them to join Tortuga. Later, Atopolis would also get caught up in The Red Turban Rebellion. This information was relayed back to the Pirate King, SexyCanadian. Atopolonian Leader Shark016 and Vice-Mayor Makkis Pekkis were able to enter diplomatic negotiations to alleviate the situation. In accordance with the Pirate King's conditions, Makkis Pekkis was ordered to settle at Windcliff Keep following his term in office. Upon residing in the Keep, he announced the establishment of a town on these lands.

Historic Keep
Windcliff Keep itself, has been around since before Tortuga acquired Sørligste. Most Atoan and Norvian historians and archaeologists believe it has changed hands at least four times. It has seen war at least once in which it is believed to have suffered a catastrophic loss. The central tower was completely destroyed and the Keep was abandoned for years.

Atoan Discovery
During the early establishment of Atopolis, Windcliff Keep was discovered by Makkis Pekkis. It was recorded as ruins along a Soumeri road. Makkis Pekkis and MaloneyZach discussed it's positioning and identified it as a point of weakness. Enemies could use it to hit Atoan ally, Norvos, with heavy artillery fire due to high vantage point. This information was brought to Atoan Leader, Shark. He ordered that the Keep to be either annihilated or fortified. In a period of tension, Makkis Pekkis gathered resources and enacted the fortification of the Keep. Due to the original name being lost to time, Makkis Pekkis bestowed Windcliff Keep as its newly found name.

Town Foundation
Pirate King, SexyCanadian provided Makkis Pekkis with a gift following the aftermath of the Red Turban Rebellion, He was free to reside in Windcliff Keep, and to rule over surrounding land as he wished. He initialised a democratic system amongst the early town's people to safeguard the survival of Windcliff.

Indistinct Borders
Windcliff's right to land has been heavily contested by Norvians who have held their claim in Central Sørgliste for some time. The founding of a town was decided upon the river that runs through the region.

The Atopolonian Pantheon
Windcliff has no official religion, however, most citizens choose to worship the Deities aligned with the Atopolonian Pantheon. There is a Temple to the minor Sky Goddess of Mystery, Duality, and Resurrection, Exolvonturis, lead by Makkis, and aided by Potatolemon and Elzaress, a partially built temple to the Chief Earth Deity, Fesdros, and rumours of one to the Fire Demi-Goddess of Blood, Suffering, and Revenge, Elzaress. No other Temples and Altars exist in Windcliff that are publically known

Windcliff Highlanders
Lead by Consul Makkis, is Ato's Northern Legion, commonly known as the Windcliff Highlanders. Their Coat of Arms is derived from the Atoan Insignia, but with the Red swapped for Green, and some Grey added.

Masian Guild
The Masian Guild is an organisation of tradesmen who work on construction in the Atoan region. This secret society meet in an undisclosed location in Windcliff to discuss politics surrounding their industry. Only whispers circulate about their members and meetings, however nothing has came to light since their discovery other than a rumour that they stage illegal dog fights.