Asahiri

Asahiri (also known as The Emerald City) is the largest city in the nation of Paloro; yet, it is not the administrative capital as that goes to Palovina. Ruled by the Daimyo Loic along with his Tetsu: Klaus and Landmine.

Geography
It is located in a swamp to the south of Palovina in the continent of Haven in the south-west of the map in a region called Paltalia. It boasts a magnificent port (a Cothon) and an impressive canal that connects the Heart Of Haven to Palovina. The City itself was placed in this angle in order to provide a lucrative trading spot. This is partially the reason for it's substantial and magnificent growth. Geographically it is one of the most important cities in the Kingdom in terms of financing as it is able to manage the trade runs through the Sea of Haven into the nation. Furthermore, as it stands any non-Paloran visitors must pay a toll to pass through the canal or bridge which stands to connect the intersection of roads.

Culture
The people of Asahari identify themselves as Hanuyamese. Originally hailing from unknown lands west of Haven, they had arrived under the leadership of Loic. Having been leading the people away from starvation and near death, they settled with funds given by Keechoo and were able to create a small Inn with nearby huts to begin their town. The Asahari are closely linked to Paloran culture in that they value the simplicity of nature and the waterways. Having mimicked the lilypad symbol from Paloro. Furthermore, they believe in the Asharu faith and are very zealous. Having cultivated the waterways of the Sea of Haven, they are often found wearing a white and black banner with a green lilypad in the center. The White standing for the light of Asharu while the black stands for the darkness which they ward off. The lilypad is a symbol not only of their cultural traditions, but is also a representation of their favored deity known as Slapfish. Legend goes, a fish with knockback 10 enchantment was the original weapon of these people which managed to ward off fierce beasts. The slapfish itself was illuminating the light of Asharu and single-handedly converted the people into this faith. Landmine and Klaus were the two who managed to convert the Hanuyamese to this faith.

Nonetheless, the Hanuyamese stand proud in their new city as it marks the founding of this culture and unique identity which they have built.



History
Asahiri began construction on the 4th of February under the leadership of Loic, Klaus, and Landmine. These three were the original founders with many more coming shortly. Keechoo had assisted the three in their initial endeavors through funding. Soon, the city boomed with 17 people joining the town in two days. The city itself prospered as the original plan as to build a large canal(this canal is known as the Emerald Canal) through the swamp to connect the capital to the Sea of Haven. This ambitious endeavor was costly but due to the hard-work of the Hanuyamese people, they managed to connect the waterways and reap massive benefits of wealth. As of now, it seems that the city itself is the beacon of Paloran prosperity and the culture of the Hanuyamese has spread in a golden age as construction of the city was growing in mere days. On February 6th, the construction of a watermill for sufficient power was constructed as well as a massive holy site to Slapfish which was built in the Lake of Paloro. Being marked as the fastest growing town in all of Haven has given it some fame in its luxurious lifestyle and self-sufficient nature. As of now, it stands tall as monuments and buildings are made for all to enjoy. The welcoming people of Asahiri as of February 6th continue to build the city in hopes of continued growth and affluence.