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Shenuri
The Shenuri (or dark elves)
is an ancient race that has made their place in the underground away from
those who would oppress them and the sun that hurts their eyes and
dries their skin. To read more about them and their society, click
HERE.
Below are the continents and the locations of the known Shenuri
cities there. On the Irith Maps, you will see small icons
representing the locations of each Shenuri society. I'll be adding
more information for each city in the future.
Cities
of Irith
Clorne
Drakiria
Heel of Irith
N. Houress
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Fahnkurith
Leader: High Priestess Ropono Eclan (F)
Population: 9,300
Power Center: Theocracy
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Races:
Shenuri: 8,300; Others: 1,000
Guards:
850;
Militia:
1,500
Sheriff: Cleric lvl-20
Fahnkurith is
located in the Elvenlands beneath the Alshio Hills.
Dark Fist
The Dark Fist governs
Fahnkurith, which is made up of the heads of five powerful
Shenuri families. Their goal is to grow their small empire in any way
possible without risking all out war with the surface-dwellers.
Five Families
(in order of most to least powerful)
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Eclan: |
Matron Ropono Eclan |
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Il'Nopai: |
Matron Galai Il'Nopai |
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Dowgimir: |
Matron Shaai Dowgimir
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Vailiss: |
Matron Jhoreen
Vailiss |
|
Peziji: |
Matron Vree Peziji |
Religion
Dur Anom is the
deity that the Shenuri and many others worship. A towering temple of black
onyx dominates the center of the city. The High Priestess
holds sway over the city and its people, for hers is the voice of Dur
Anom.
Non-Shenuri
followers are allowed to pray to their own gods, but only in private.
Wizard Presence
Shenuri Wizards
make their home within the temple of Dur Anom.
Slaves
As with any
Shenuri society, there are slaves of many different races. Many are there
after being conquered while others are bred in captivity. Slaves are used
as a form of currency in many cases.
Other Points of
Interest
Hall of Heads
Beneath the
temple is a special hall lined with pedestals. Upon them rest the heads of
some of the most famous enemies of the Shenuri that have been taken in the
glorious name of Dur Anom.
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Ina'Che
Leader: High Priestess Siccren Wunda (F)
Population: 11,300
Power Center: Theocracy
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Races:
Shenuri: 9,500; Others: 1,800
Guards:
1,100;
Militia:
2,900
Sheriff: Cleric lvl-20
Located below
the Reliad Mountains in the Kingdom of the East in the Hestrillite Empire.
This ancient place is one of the oldest in Irith and encompasses miles of
diverse underworld communities dominated by the shenuri city of Ina'Che.
Ring of Matrons
The Ring of
Matrons governs Ina'Che, which is made up of the heads of seven powerful
shenuri families. Their goal is to grow their small empire in any way
possible without risking all out war with the surface-dwellers.
Seven Families
(in order of most to least powerful)
| Ine'Che: |
Matron Siccren Wunda |
| Viorutzi: |
Matron Niksida
Viorutzi |
| Emtallass: |
Matron Bhilrous
Emtallass |
| Tiro'Surak: |
Matron Imlurn
Tiro'Surak |
| Amboora: |
Matron Kyrlui Amboora |
| Katastea: |
Matron Kelri Shindur |
| Yaohmeth: |
Matron Ihamna
Tierzieth |
|
Horvlanni: |
Matron Teari
Horvlanni |
Religion
Dur Anom is the
deity that the Shenuri and many others worship. A towering temple of black
onyx dominates the center of Ina'Che. The High Priestess Siccra Wunda
holds sway over the city and its people, for hers is the voice of Dur
Anom.
Non-Shenuri
followers are allowed to pray to their own gods, but only in private.
Wizard Presence
Spider Wizards
make their home close to the temple of Dur Anom in a thin tower known
simply as The Fang. From within, wizards plot to carry out the whims of
the leadership and bring greater glory to Ina'Che.
Slave Mines
These deep dark
mines stretch many miles below Ina'Che and are primarily worked by duergar
slaves. Their job is to dig for the wealth that the shenuri use to fund
their mechanizations.
Other Points of
Interest
Sacred Spider Pits
Below the
temple of Dur Anom are sacred pits that are used in hatching spiders of
all sizes. It has been there since the temple was built, centuries ago.
The spiders are raised as pets and for consumption of sacrifices to Dur
Anom.
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Larantuu
Leader: High Priestess Graedna Pherdrir (F)
Population: 12,200
Power Center: Theocracy
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Races:
Shenuri: 10,500; Others: 1,700
Guards:
1,100;
Militia:
3,000
Sheriff: Cleric lvl-20
Larantuu
is located in Kharamis in the Shadow
Mountains south of the Tacoble Swamp. They have a tentative truce with the
Kharamisians and also an agreement to help one another in times of war.
Shadow Arm
The Shadow Arm
rules Larantuu and is made up of the heads of eight powerful
Shenuri families. Their goal is to grow their empire in any way
possible without risking all out war with the surface-dwellers.
Eight Families
(in order of most to least powerful)
|
Pherdrir: |
Matron Graedna
Pherdrir |
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Jaciqe: |
Matron Naralce Jaciqe |
| Aronfia: |
Matron Neah Aronfia
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| Eliar: |
Matron Tiamm Eliar |
| Sai Covan: |
Matron Helgene Sai
Covan |
|
Koticere: |
Matron Moni Koticere
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|
Auvootay: |
Matron Dimere
Auvootay |
|
Gianeth: |
Matron Lorxi Gianeth |
Religion
Dur Anom is the
deity that the Shenuri and many others worship. A towering temple of black
onyx dominates the center of the city. The High Priestess
holds sway over the city and its people, for hers is the voice of Dur
Anom.
Non-Shenuri
followers are allowed to pray to their own gods, but only in private.
Wizard Presence
Shenuri Wizards
make their home within the temple of Dur Anom.
Slaves
As with any
Shenuri society, there are slaves of many different races. Many are there
after being conquered while others are bred in captivity. Slaves are used
as a form of currency in many cases.
Other Points of
Interest
Dur Anom's Blood
Deep below the temple is a
lava-filled cavern. On a small island in the center is an ancient Shenuri
blade called "Dironav" that is supposedly held by Dur Anom herself. Future
priestesses, to prove their worthiness, must navigate a path of floating
stones to the island and touch the sword. Those who can do this are
elevated into the priesthood.
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Qara Mur
Leader: High Priestess Lohru Pailra (F)
Population: 13,400
Power Center: Theocracy
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Races:
Shenuri: 10,500; Others: 1,900
Guards:
1,400;
Militia:
3,000
Sheriff: Cleric lvl-20
Qara Mur
is located beneath the Moblea
Mountains in the Vohrn Territories. They maintain a shaky truce with the
Vohrn orcs, a truce that is often temporarily interrupted with clashes and
bloodshed.
Deep Council
The Deep
Council rules Qara Mur and is made up of the heads of ten powerful
Shenuri families. Their goal is to grow their empire in any way
possible without risking all out war with the surface-dwellers.
Ten Families
(in order of most to least powerful)
|
Pailra: |
Matron Lohru Pailra
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|
Drasix: |
Matron Mrai Drasix
|
| Trisstalla: |
Matron Prathi
Trisstalla |
| Yusha: |
Matron Ixil Yusha |
| Qalufi: |
Matron Baeth Qalufi |
|
Rayatreel: |
Matron Nite Rayatreel |
| Carrystil: |
Matron Latice
Carrystil |
| Mezzalok: |
Matron Zandi Mezzalok |
|
Paladarm: |
Matron Oreall
Paladarm |
|
Knenth: |
Matron Kal Ci Knenth |
Religion
Dur Anom is the
deity that the Shenuri and many others worship. A towering temple of black
onyx dominates the center of the city. The High Priestess
holds sway over the city and its people, for hers is the voice of Dur
Anom.
Non-Shenuri
followers are allowed to pray to their own gods, but only in private.
Wizard Presence
Shenuri Wizards
make their home within the temple of Dur Anom.
Slaves
As with any
Shenuri society, there are slaves of many different races. Many are there
after being conquered while others are bred in captivity. Slaves are used
as a form of currency in many cases.
Other Points of
Interest
Obelisk of Pailra
Deep below the temple is a
sacred place where only the High Priestess can go. There is an obelisk
with Dur Anom's words chiseled into its surface by the original founder of
the city. Nai Lari Pailra.
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Rethmonan
Leader: High Priestess Ralakasha Aeze (F)
Population: 10,400
Power Center: Theocracy
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Races:
Shenuri: 9,000; Others: 1,400
Guards:
950;
Militia:
1,900
Sheriff: Cleric lvl-20
Rethmonan is
located below the Goblin Reaches in Kenitswillow. They tend not to harrass
the surface dwelles too much, choosing instead to confine their ambitions
to the underdark. They often clash with goblins who live in the area.
The Word of the Blessed
The Word of the
Blessed rules Rethmonan and is made up of the heads of eight powerful
Shenuri families. Their goal is to grow their empire in any way
possible without risking all out war with the surface-dwellers.
Eight Families
(in order of most to least powerful)
|
Aeze: |
Matron Ralakasha Aeze |
| Rheoffor: |
Matron Rili Reoffor |
| Nooil: |
Matron Lowa Nooil |
| Urumra: |
Matron Zeel Urumra |
| Gharritz: |
Matron Silla Gharritz |
| Frigarri: |
Matron Mlom Frigarri |
| Dai Birr: |
Matron Cinn Dai Birr |
| Inbarra: |
Matron Fasti Inbarra |
Religion
Dur Anom is the
deity that the Shenuri and many others worship. A towering temple of black
onyx dominates the center of the city. The High Priestess
holds sway over the city and its people, for hers is the voice of Dur
Anom.
Non-Shenuri
followers are allowed to pray to their own gods, but only in private.
Wizard Presence
Shenuri Wizards
make their home within the temple of Dur Anom.
Slaves
As with any
Shenuri society, there are slaves of many different races. Many are there
after being conquered while others are bred in captivity. Slaves are used
as a form of currency in many cases.
Other Points of
Interest
Shadow Maze
Deep below the city is a miles
long maze inhabited by dangerous creatures. The maze is a favorite place
to take initiates to prove themselves by navigating from one end to
another.
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Vokkensia
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Leader: |
Enca Velrais (F) |
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Population: |
13,800+ |
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Humanoids: |
Scattered Underdark Denizens |
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Resources: |
Foodstuffs, Platinum, Gold,
Silver, Electrum, Gems |
Vokkensia
Leader: High Priestess Enca Velrais (F)
Population: 13,800
Power Center: Theocracy
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Races:
Shenuri: 10,600; Others: 2,200
Guards:
950;
Militia:
1,900
Sheriff: Cleric lvl-20
Vokkensia is
located beneath
the Frost Blade Peaks in Forestal. The Shenuri often ally themselves with
the frost giants inhabiting the mountains in forays into the surface
world.
The Onyx Council
The Word of the
Blessed rules Vokkensia and is made up of the heads of eight powerful
Shenuri families. Their goal is to grow their empire in any way
possible without risking all out war with the surface-dwellers.
Eight Families
(in order of most to least powerful)
|
Velrais: |
Matron Enca Velrais |
| Ratiana: |
Matron Chaylenn
Ratiana |
| Russenda: |
Matron Najj Russenda |
| Xandrak: |
Matron Thenai Xandrak |
| Esselire: |
Matron Sajem Esselire |
|
Aicire: |
Matron Jini Aicire |
| Kriil: |
Matron Isti Kriil |
| Ilanter: |
Matron Zhanera
Ilanter |
Religion
Dur Anom is the
deity that the Shenuri and many others worship. A towering temple of black
onyx dominates the center of the city. The High Priestess
holds sway over the city and its people, for hers is the voice of Dur
Anom.
Non-Shenuri
followers are allowed to pray to their own gods, but only in private.
Wizard Presence
Shenuri Wizards
make their home within the temple of Dur Anom.
Slaves
As with any
Shenuri society, there are slaves of many different races. Many are there
after being conquered while others are bred in captivity. Slaves are used
as a form of currency in many cases.
Other Points of
Interest
Fae Portal
Deep below the city is a
natural fae portal that allows the Shenuri access to the Fae Realm. It is
heavily guarded and only special forays are allowed though the portal for
fear of retaliation from the other side.
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Southern
Houress
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T'Rissnolu
Leader: High Priestess G'ellice Halaeir (F)
Population: 12,500
Power Center: Theocracy
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Races:
Shenuri: 10,900; Others: 1,600
Guards:
1,200;
Militia:
3,090
Sheriff: Cleric lvl-20
This subterranean city is located in the Hell Haunts to the south of
the Southern Rocroosts in Regdon.
Council of Chaos
This council is made up from the priestess heads of each of the
eight families and is ruled by High Priestess G'Ellice. There are
representatives from other denizens who serve the Shenuri, but their
voices are more ceremonial than anything else. Their goal is to keep
the peace between the families while promoting an agenda of conquest
and expansion.
Eight Families
(in order of most to least powerful)
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Halaeir: |
Matron G'ellice
Halaedir |
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Zhareth: |
Matron Faleri Zhareth |
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Balan'ta: |
Matron Lannin
Balan'ta |
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Norelaare: |
Matron Ieer Norelaare |
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Charatru: |
Matron C'lee Charatru |
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Cessduree: |
Matron Vais Cessduree |
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Larmanden: |
Matron Orea
Larmandren |
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Horvlanni: |
Matron Teari
Horvlanni |
Religion
Although non-Shenuri worship their own gods in most cases, there are
only temples to
Dur Anom in this city.
Wizard Presence
A powerful enclave of wizards, consisting mostly of men and overseen
by a high-ranking matriarch, serve at the Council of the Chaos's
whim.
Slaves
Slaves are commonplace here. Most are non-Shenuri and are usually
those who have been captured through conquest or bred in captivity.
Other Points of Interest
Eyes of Dur Anom
Far below the main temple of T'Rissnolu lies a cavern constructed
many centuries ago. The cavern walls are lined with thousands of
rubies cut into the shape of eyes. The eyes have been blessed by
every High Priestess since the place was constrcted and is a most
holy shrine to Dur Anom. Only those who are deemed the most worthy
are allowed to come here to pray under Dur Anom's stern gaze.
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Chaulssinath
Leader: High Priestess Elvandriira Vrammazza (F)
Population: 17,800
Power Center: Theocracy
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Races:
Shenuri: 15,200; Others: 2,600
Guards:
1,700;
Militia:
3,990
Sheriff: Cleric lvl-20
This
subterranean city is located below the Votack Mountains in Brighkly to the
southwest of Barrackus.
Council of the Eye
This council is ruled with an
iron fist by Hith Priestess Elvandriira, whom the other families fear.
Eleven Families
(in order of most to least powerful)
| Vrammazza: |
Matron Elvandriia
Halaedir |
| Koorthall: |
Matron Thri Koorthall |
| Dolta'Mre: |
Matron Olshwa
Dolta'Mre |
| Kaek: |
Matron Voinere Kaek |
| Yatimi: |
Matron Shish Yatimi |
| Erinou: |
Matron Narot Erinous |
| Taidurn: |
Matron Vohle Taidurn |
| Darklass |
Matron J'rill
Darklass |
| Satreyl: |
Matron Calla Satreyl |
| Karosta: |
Matron Neh Karosta |
| Dinalsai: |
Matron Sen'Ti
Dinalsai |
Religion
Although non-Shenuri worship their own gods in most cases, there are
only temples to
Dur Anom in this city.
Wizard Presence
A powerful enclave of wizards, consisting mostly of men and overseen
by a high-ranking matriarch, serve at the Council of the Eye's whim.
Slaves
Slaves are commonplace here. Most are non-Shenuri and are usually
those who have been captured through conquest or bred in captivity.
Other Points of Interest
None.
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Khoreltinaar
L eader:
High Priestess Sindybrina Arkiniryn (F)
Population: 14,940
Power Center: Theocracy
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Races:
Shenuri: 13,200; Others: 1,640
Guards:
1,300;
Militia:
2,100
Sheriff: Cleric lvl-20
This
subterranean city is located
located in the Defiled Lands to
the southeast of the Gorilon Hills.
Dark Nine
A group of matriarchs
representing the nine families and lead by High Priestess Sinybrina
Arkiniryn, this council is very active in promoting Dur Anom's ultimate
purpose of sowing the seeds of chaos.
Nine Families
(in order of most to least powerful)
| Arkiniryn: |
Matron Sindybrina
Ariniryn |
| Al'Triang: |
Matron Bhalshere
Al'Triana |
| Falda Ir: |
Matron Anye Falda Ir |
| Onoath: |
Matron Sirell Onoath |
| Baderinn: |
Matron Sava Badrinn |
| Novalessi: |
Matron Ecliss
Novalessi |
| Intuyor: |
Matron Naspa Intuyor |
| Esposolin: |
Matron Chami
Esposolin |
| Borzoir |
Matron Biccra Borzoir |
Religion
Although non-Shenuri worship their own gods in most cases, there are
only temples to
Dur Anom in this city.
Wizard Presence
A powerful enclave of wizards, consisting mostly of men and overseen
by a high-ranking matriarch, serve at the Dark Nine's whim.
Slaves
Slaves are commonplace here. Most are non-Shenuri and are usually
those who have been captured through conquest or bred in captivity.
Other Points of Interest
Shadow Plain
Far beneath Koreltinaar is a cavern that stretches for miles,
illuminated by glowing blue gems that bathe the area in a deep azure
color. Fields of mushrooms and other subterranean foodstuff are
found here, supplying food for the denizens of the city.
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Szithlin Blight
L eader:
High Priestess Lytheria Szithlin (F)
Population: 11,100
Power Center: Theocracy
Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Races:
Shenuri: 9,500; Others: 1,600
Guards:
950;
Militia:
2,200
Sheriff: Cleric lvl-20
This
subterranean city is Located at the Top of the World near the shores north
of Houress.
Council of the White Eclipse
A group of four matriarchs and
one patriarch representing the five families and lead by High Priestess
Lytheria Szithlin, this council is very active in promoting Dur Anom's
ultimate purpose of sowing the seeds of chaos.
Nine Families
(in order of most to least powerful)
| Szithlin: |
Matron Lytheria
Szithlin |
| Quaraniss: |
Patron Kavenash
Quaraniss |
| Ryls: |
Matron Chellrhenna
Ryls |
| Golt'tars: |
Matron Aranzay
Golt'tars |
| Kilndar: |
Matron Oroa Kilndar |
Religion
Although non-Shenuri worship their own gods in most cases, there are
only temples to
Dur Anom in this city.
Wizard Presence
A powerful enclave of wizards, consisting mostly of men and overseen
by a high-ranking matriarch, serve at the White Eclipse's whim.
Slaves
Slaves are commonplace here. Most are non-Shenuri and are usually
those who have been captured through conquest or bred in captivity.
Other Points of Interest
Shimmernass
Dwelling in a cavernous ice cave near the Szithlin Blight is the
ancient white wyrm Shimmernass, and wretched evil entity.
Shimmernass has an alliance with the Szithlins. The supply him with
treasure in return for his occasional services and protection.
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