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= Entertainment District (Ra’azum) =
 
= Entertainment District (Ra’azum) =
  
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.
  
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 ==
  
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.
  
It is adjacent to the following areas:
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Adjacent areas include:
  
* '''North:''' [[West Market District]]
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* '''North:''' [[:Category: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
* '''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 ==
  
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
  
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.
  
== Major Establishments ==
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== Major Venues ==
  
=== Aquadrome ===
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The Entertainment District contains several of Ra’azum’s largest public spectacle sites:
  
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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* '''[[Blood Field Arena]]''' — an open field used for mass combat, mounted engagements, and large-scale blood sports
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* '''[[Hippodrome]]''' — a racing and speed-competition venue
  
Events include:
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These venues draw crowds from across the city and beyond.
* Aquatic beast combat
 
* Team-based water engagements
 
* Novelty spectacles involving boats and improvised weaponry
 
 
 
The Aquadrome is among the most popular public venues in Ra’azum.
 
 
 
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=== Ra’azum Coliseum ===
 
 
 
The '''Ra’azum Coliseum''' is the district’s primary land-based arena.
 
 
 
* Hosts gladiatorial combat and public spectacles
 
* Overseen by multiple fight managers
 
 
 
Associated figures include:
 
* [[Udreg Kholis]] — dwarven fight manager 
 
* [[Pudwa Pykpe]] — arena healer 
 
 
 
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=== Blood Field Arena ===
 
 
 
The '''Blood Field Arena''' is a large open combat field used for mass engagements.
 
 
 
* Beast fights
 
* Mounted combat
 
* Large-scale blood sports
 
 
 
The arena is operated by '''[[Bori Barisson]]'''.
 
 
 
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=== Hippodrome ===
 
 
 
The '''Hippodrome''' hosts racing and speed-based competitions, including mounted and animal races.
 
  
 
== Old Town ==
 
== Old Town ==
  
'''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.
  
* Narrow, twisting streets
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It is characterized by:
* Stacked and accreted buildings
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* Narrow, winding streets
* Among the oldest continuously inhabited sections of Ra’azum
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* Stacked and accreted structures
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* Long-standing residential populations
  
Old Town functions as a residential, commercial, and social hub.
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Old Town contains several of the district’s most enduring establishments.
  
 
== Taverns and Inns ==
 
== Taverns and Inns ==
  
=== The Frog and Toad ===
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Notable establishments within the district include:
 
 
'''[[The Frog and Toad]]''' is a prominent tavern and gathering place.
 
 
 
* Operated by [[Cyne Eadwic]]
 
* [[Tane Gela]] serves as a regular attendant
 
* Functions as a base of operations for the '''[[Legends Guild]]'''
 
 
 
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 Frog and Toad]]''' 
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  Operated by [[Cyne Eadwic]] with regular service by [[Tane Gela]]. 
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  The tavern functions as a base of operations for the '''[[Legends Guild]]''' and is commonly used for meetings, recruitment, and informal coordination.
  
=== The Raven’s Roost ===
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* '''[[The Raven’s Roost]]'''
 
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  Located in [[Old Town]].
'''[[The Raven’s Roost]]''' is an inn and tavern located in [[Old Town]].
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  Associated with [[Justice Lightbringer]] and frequently attended by '''[[Sara]]'''
 
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  Known for its quieter atmosphere and stable, long-term clientele.
* Associated with [[Justice Lightbringer]]
 
* Frequently attended by '''[[Sara]]'''
 
* Known for a quieter atmosphere and stable clientele
 
 
 
The Raven’s Roost serves as a social anchor for long-term residents and trusted regulars.
 
  
 
== 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.
  
* Stone-heavy, dense construction
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The enclave features:
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* Dense, stone-heavy construction
 
* Residential and commercial spaces
 
* Residential and commercial spaces
* Long-established families and businesses
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* Long-established dwarven families and businesses
  
=== The Tunnels ===
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=== 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]].
  
The neighborhood remains active and inhabited.
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Vog Raaz remains active and inhabited.
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== District Character ==
  
== Character ==
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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.
  
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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== Pages in this category ==
  
== Summary ==
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This category includes pages for:
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* Venues and arenas
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* Taverns and inns
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* Sub-areas and neighborhoods
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* Associated individuals and organizations
  
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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Pages relevant to the Entertainment District should be categorized here.

Revision as of 20:48, 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

These venues draw crowds from across the city and beyond.

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

Old Town contains several of the district’s most enduring establishments.

Taverns and Inns

Notable establishments within the district include:

 Operated by Cyne Eadwic with regular service by Tane Gela.  
 The tavern functions as a base of operations for the Legends Guild and is commonly used for meetings, recruitment, and informal coordination.
 Located in Old Town.  
 Associated with Justice Lightbringer and frequently attended by Sara.  
 Known for its 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.

The enclave features:

  • Dense, stone-heavy construction
  • Residential and commercial spaces
  • Long-established dwarven families and businesses

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.

Vog Raaz remains active and inhabited.

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 and arenas
  • Taverns and inns
  • Sub-areas and neighborhoods
  • Associated individuals and organizations

Pages relevant to the Entertainment District should be categorized here.

Pages in category "Ra'azum Entertainment District"

The following 11 pages are in this category, out of 11 total.