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Astertin
Population: Medium
Human 80% Orc 10% Dwarf 5% Halfling 5% Information
Laws Medium Wealth Modest Government Monarchy Civil Unrest Medium Kingdom Autumngrove
Astertin is a recently established city directly governed by Autumngrove, strategically founded to extend the capital’s territorial claims within Druecia. Situated near the southern mountain range, Astertin primarily serves as a mining settlement, extracting valuable minerals for Autumngrove while also functioning as a crucial trade junction linking the imperial capital with the Kingdom of Grimrest.
Prior to the city’s founding, the area was home to numerous smaller tribes, primarily composed of orcs, who initially received a cautious welcome from Autumngrove. However, over time, these indigenous tribes have been systematically relocated to a reservation on the far side of the mountains. This displacement has caused significant unrest among those orcs who remain within Astertin, fueling ongoing criticism and tension regarding Autumngrove’s policies and rule.
Unlike other more vibrant imperial cities, Astertin is seldom visited by tourists. Its existence is utilitarian—dedicated primarily to mining operations and the facilitation of trade. Travelers passing through typically regard Astertin as little more than a necessary waypoint between Autumngrove and Grimrest, overlooking the quiet resentment brewing beneath the city’s industrious surface.