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= Entertainment District (Ra’azum) =
 
= Entertainment District (Ra’azum) =
  
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The '''Entertainment District''' is one of the largest and most active districts of [[Ra’azum]], situated along the outer city wall and extending toward the western approaches. It is a district of spectacle, leisure, vice, and controlled chaos, formally administered and openly sanctioned by the crown.
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The '''Entertainment District''' is one of the largest and most active districts of [[Ra’azum]]. Situated along the western city wall and accessed primarily through the '''West Gate''', it functions as the city’s primary zone for spectacle, public violence, leisure, and vice.
  
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The district serves as a civic pressure valve, hosting activities and institutions that draw crowds, coin, and conflict while remaining spatially separate from the city’s ceremonial and religious core.
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This district exists as a sanctioned space where excess is concentrated and regulated, allowing Ra’azum’s political and religious centers to remain orderly and insulated.
  
 
== Location and Adjacency ==
 
== Location and Adjacency ==
  
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The Entertainment District lies along the western section of the city wall and is accessed primarily through the '''West Gate'''.
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The Entertainment District occupies the western edge of the city along the outer wall.
  
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It is adjacent to the following areas:
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Adjacent areas include:
  
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* '''North:''' [[West Market District]]
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* '''North:''' [[:Category:Ra'azum West Market District|West Market District]]
 
* '''East:''' Interior districts of [[Ra’azum]]
 
* '''East:''' Interior districts of [[Ra’azum]]
 
* '''South:''' Exposed stone and bedrock beyond the city wall
 
* '''South:''' Exposed stone and bedrock beyond the city wall
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* '''West:''' Western approaches leading toward the [[Bay of Londfolas]]
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* '''West:''' Western approaches and coastal routes along the [[Bay of Londfolas]]
  
 
== Administration ==
 
== Administration ==
  
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The Entertainment District is formally overseen by:
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The district is formally overseen by:
  
 
* '''[[Rancis Theor]]''', Director of the Entertainment District
 
* '''[[Rancis Theor]]''', Director of the Entertainment District
  
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While permissive in character, the district is regulated through selective enforcement intended to preserve order and profitability.
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Oversight emphasizes stability, revenue, and containment rather than moral enforcement.
  
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== Major Establishments ==
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== Major Venues ==
  
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=== Aquadrome ===
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The Entertainment District contains several of Ra’azum’s largest public spectacle sites:
  
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The '''Aquadrome''' is a large water-based combat arena located near the bayward edge of the district.
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* '''[[Aquadrome]]''' — a water-based combat arena featuring aquatic beasts, team engagements, and novelty spectacles
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* '''[[Ra’azum Coliseum]]''' — the primary land-based gladiatorial arena
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Events include:
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* '''[[Blood Field Arena]]''' — an open field used for mass combat, mounted engagements, and large-scale blood sports
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* Aquatic beast combat
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* '''[[Hippodrome]]''' — a racing and speed-competition venue
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* Team-based water engagements
 
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* Novelty spectacles involving boats and improvised weaponry
 
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The Aquadrome is among the most popular public venues in Ra’azum.
 
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=== Ra’azum Coliseum ===
 
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The '''Ra’azum Coliseum''' is the district’s primary land-based arena.
 
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* Hosts gladiatorial combat and public spectacles
 
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* Overseen by multiple fight managers
 
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Associated figures include:
 
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* [[Udreg Kholis]] — dwarven fight manager 
 
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* [[Pudwa Pykpe]] — arena healer 
 
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=== Blood Field Arena ===
 
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The '''Blood Field Arena''' is a large open combat field used for mass engagements.
 
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* Beast fights
 
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* Mounted combat
 
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* Large-scale blood sports
 
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The arena is operated by '''[[Bori Barisson]]'''.
 
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=== Hippodrome ===
 
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The '''Hippodrome''' hosts racing and speed-based competitions, including mounted and animal races.
 
  
 
== Old Town ==
 
== Old Town ==
  
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'''Old Town''' is a dense and irregular sub-area within the Entertainment District.
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'''[[Old Town]]''' is a dense and irregular sub-area within the Entertainment District.
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* Narrow, twisting streets
 
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* Stacked and accreted buildings
 
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* Among the oldest continuously inhabited sections of Ra’azum
 
  
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Old Town functions as a residential, commercial, and social hub.
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It is characterized by:
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* Narrow, winding streets
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* Stacked and accreted structures
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* Long-standing residential populations
  
 
== Taverns and Inns ==
 
== Taverns and Inns ==
  
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=== The Frog and Toad ===
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* '''[[The Frog and Toad]]'''
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  Operated by [[Cyne Eadwic]] with regular service by [[Tane Gela]]. 
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'''[[The Frog and Toad]]''' is a prominent tavern and gathering place.
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  Functions as a base of operations for the '''[[Legends Guild]]'''.
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* Operated by [[Cyne Eadwic]]
 
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* [[Tane Gela]] serves as a regular attendant
 
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* Functions as a base of operations for the '''[[Legends Guild]]'''
 
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Members and associates of the Legends Guild frequently use the Frog and Toad as a meeting place, recruiting hall, and informal headquarters.
 
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=== The Raven’s Roost ===
 
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'''[[The Raven’s Roost]]''' is an inn and tavern located in [[Old Town]].
 
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* Associated with [[Justice Lightbringer]]
 
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* Frequently attended by '''[[Sara]]'''
 
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* Known for a quieter atmosphere and stable clientele
 
  
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The Raven’s Roost serves as a social anchor for long-term residents and trusted regulars.
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* '''[[The Raven’s Roost]]''' 
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  Located in [[Old Town]]. 
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  Associated with [[Justice Lightbringer]] and frequently attended by '''[[Sara]]'''. 
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  Known for a quieter atmosphere and stable, long-term clientele.
  
 
== Vog Raaz ==
 
== Vog Raaz ==
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'''[[Vog Raaz]]''' is a large dwarven neighborhood located within the Entertainment District, running along the city wall.
 
'''[[Vog Raaz]]''' is a large dwarven neighborhood located within the Entertainment District, running along the city wall.
  
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* Stone-heavy, dense construction
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=== Tunnels ===
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* Residential and commercial spaces
 
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* Long-established families and businesses
 
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=== The Tunnels ===
 
  
 
Dwarves of Vog Raaz excavated tunnels southward and downward from the neighborhood as part of routine expansion. At a later time, sections of these tunnels were exploited as a staging area by the [[Cult of Necril]].
 
Dwarves of Vog Raaz excavated tunnels southward and downward from the neighborhood as part of routine expansion. At a later time, sections of these tunnels were exploited as a staging area by the [[Cult of Necril]].
  
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The neighborhood remains active and inhabited.
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== District Character ==
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== Character ==
 
  
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The Entertainment District is loud, permissive, crowded, and closely observed. It is where Ra’azum concentrates spectacle, indulgence, and public violence, transforming them into regulated entertainment and commerce.
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The Entertainment District is loud, permissive, crowded, and closely observed. It is the primary zone in which Ra’azum transforms violence, indulgence, and spectacle into regulated commerce and public diversion.
  
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== Summary ==
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== Pages in this category ==
  
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The Entertainment District is where Ra’azum converts excess into spectacle, ensuring that the city’s political and religious centers remain orderly and distant from the consequences of popular appetite.
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This category includes pages for venues, taverns, sub-areas, neighborhoods, and individuals primarily associated with the Entertainment District.

Latest revision as of 20:51, 18 December 2025

Entertainment District (Ra’azum)

The Entertainment District is one of the largest and most active districts of Ra’azum. Situated along the western city wall and accessed primarily through the West Gate, it functions as the city’s primary zone for spectacle, public violence, leisure, and vice.

This district exists as a sanctioned space where excess is concentrated and regulated, allowing Ra’azum’s political and religious centers to remain orderly and insulated.

Location and Adjacency

The Entertainment District occupies the western edge of the city along the outer wall.

Adjacent areas include:

Administration

The district is formally overseen by:

Oversight emphasizes stability, revenue, and containment rather than moral enforcement.

Major Venues

The Entertainment District contains several of Ra’azum’s largest public spectacle sites:

  • Aquadrome — a water-based combat arena featuring aquatic beasts, team engagements, and novelty spectacles
  • Ra’azum Coliseum — the primary land-based gladiatorial arena
  • Blood Field Arena — an open field used for mass combat, mounted engagements, and large-scale blood sports
  • Hippodrome — a racing and speed-competition venue

Old Town

Old Town is a dense and irregular sub-area within the Entertainment District.

It is characterized by:

  • Narrow, winding streets
  • Stacked and accreted structures
  • Long-standing residential populations

Taverns and Inns

 Operated by Cyne Eadwic with regular service by Tane Gela.  
 Functions as a base of operations for the Legends Guild.

 Located in Old Town.  
 Associated with Justice Lightbringer and frequently attended by Sara.  
 Known for a quieter atmosphere and stable, long-term clientele.

Vog Raaz

Vog Raaz is a large dwarven neighborhood located within the Entertainment District, running along the city wall.

Tunnels

Dwarves of Vog Raaz excavated tunnels southward and downward from the neighborhood as part of routine expansion. At a later time, sections of these tunnels were exploited as a staging area by the Cult of Necril.

District Character

The Entertainment District is loud, permissive, crowded, and closely observed. It is the primary zone in which Ra’azum transforms violence, indulgence, and spectacle into regulated commerce and public diversion.

Pages in this category

This category includes pages for venues, taverns, sub-areas, neighborhoods, and individuals primarily associated with the Entertainment District.

Pages in category "Ra'azum Entertainment District"

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