Windcliff

Windcliff is a town situated in Northern Sørgliste, on the Thanedom of Northern Ato, in the Jarldom of Historic Ato, in the Grand Jarldom of Frostmarch, 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, 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 with it's newly found name.

Town Foundation
In the aftermath of the Red Turban Rebellion, Pirate King SexyCanadian provided Makkis Pekkis with a gift. He was free to reside in Windcliff Keep, and to rule over surrounding land as he wished. Makkis then 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.

Fall of Ato and De Manteau takeover
After Kienomal Cyrus Ivorius' plan of reviving Ato by forceful relocation of all Atoans to newly renamed Revival-Lorne failed, the nation of Ato fell, and the nation was partitioned between the nations of Serenus, Norvos and Archduchy De Manteau. Windcliff along with Athiel, Redlink and Circencester ended up in the hands of the nation state of House De Manteau. In that time Fin Pekkis awoke from her slumber and upon realising the city's political situation began talks with head of Archduchy and as a result was granted the rule over Windcliff as Countesse of Parish de Windcliff.

Religion
The Most common Religion of the City is the Sisters of Peace, there are 2 Temples of Peace in the city, one to Exolvonturis, and another to Serenity.

There is also a Temple to Fesdros, and another to Nostikur.

Windcliff Highlanders (Defunct)
Lead by Consul Makkis, was the Atoan Republic'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.

Northwestern Residential District
Often known as "Susville" this Area houses the bulk of the Populace

Notable Locations

 * Northern Stables
 * Communal Storage Depot
 * Potion Lab
 * Standing Rock Market
 * Windcliff General Store
 * Temple of Exolvonturis (has a public Enchanting Table)
 * Temple of Serenity
 * Entrance to the Mines
 * Ministry of Dwarven Affairs

Windcliff Keep
A castle abandoned 50 years before the founding of the City, Windcliff keep bears the scars of many fights

Notable Locations

 * Parade Square
 * Entrance to the Mines
 * Old Storage Area
 * Temple of Fesdros
 * Harbourmaster's Residence
 * Windcliff Jail
 * The Windy Cliff the City is named for

Windcliff Harbour
An Underdeveloped area of the City, this place needs work.


 * Maybepotato's Maid Cafe (under construction)
 * Several Dilapidated Piers

Downtown Windcliff
The Heart of the Lowlands of Windcliff


 * The Seafoam Saloon
 * potato Pekkis's Greenhouse
 * Several free build plots

Western Farming District
The Heart of Industrial Agriculture in Windcliff.


 * Cow Farm
 * Chicken Coop
 * Wheat Farm
 * Western Stables
 * Windcliff Vinyards
 * Western Gate

Southern Farming District
Also known as "Hobbit Town" this is the most relaxing part of Windcliff.


 * 7 Hobbit Hills
 * a hilltop swingset
 * 2 Cow Farms
 * Norvian Ruins
 * planned Grainery and Wool farms

Notable Citizens of Windcliff

 * Jarl Makkis Pekkis
 * Thane Potato Pekkis
 * Harbourmaster Owensters
 * Lycatic
 * Former Thane PKtheWizard (former vice mayor, designed much of the Residential district)
 * Former Thane mr.Crabs02
 * sustation (one of the first citizens, the first vice mayor, and the reason the city had to outlaw slavery)
 * Pughh (former Vice Mayor)
 * maybePotato
 * Messo (an influential builder in the city's early days)
 * Joe Reo
 * Oakus Plums
 * Cyrus Playz (Mayor of the neighbouring village of New Holstin)
 * Hectic Harry (one of the first Citizens)
 * NVKVD