Ombre Eternelle

Stepping off the boat and onto the dock, you find yourself in the middle of a disastrous area. It was here, in the period before darkness, when Angelina lived and died in the arms of Praneel. The darkness that encircled the city from his tainted blood, which was spilled to save her, has never faded. It was never a wealthy area. In the time when Angelina lived it was a simple village where generations of families lived and died relatively undisturbed. It has since fallen into further decay under the reign of Nathaniel however. The residents are particular on who may dwell within their paradise and those who are not up to par may be found among these streets just as Nathaniel outcast Angelina all that time ago.

Across the way you can hear the angry jeers of criminals confined to a seemingly plaster jail. This is good reason to pause and consider taking the next boat leaving this dark grimy place. The plaster peels back in places revealing the solid iron hidden beneath the outward appearance, though surely it would do little to comfort you. Here in this part of the city are the impoverished people. The night sky, while still beautiful in this part of the city, would not be enough for most to remain here. It is almost unfeasible why any would linger or deign to live here, until you make your way across the structured bridge.

The glittering marble beneath moonlight would strike any who see it long before they reach the end of the bridge. Finely paved roads beneath glowing lampposts guide you through this area of the city. The contrast to the area from which you've just come is startling. There are no residents in this section, only the merchants who hurry to and fro with their wares setting up their stands and replenishing what has been purchased. The various sights call to you, causing a yearning to explore. Even among all the bustle, there is a quiet stillness that permeates the air from the very trees and flowers dotting either side of the darkly paved roads. Here the trade runs freely without regulation of goods plied and people from all walks of life can be seen enjoying the sights, claiming a stand for their own shop, or enjoying a drink at the cafe.