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{{Settlements in the Sanctuary Vale Infobox | {{Settlements in the Sanctuary Vale Infobox | ||
|Name= | |Name=Uryaurire | ||
|Image=[[File: | |Image=[[File:Uryaurire 01.jpg|center|frameless]] | ||
|Type=Dual-Tier Logistics Settlement | |Type=Dual-Tier Logistics Settlement | ||
|Location=Eastern edge of [[Vale's Edge]], descending into [[Telenkar Fold]] | |Location=Eastern edge of [[Vale's Edge]], descending into [[Telenkar Fold]] | ||
|Realm=[[ | |Realm=[[Khamria]] | ||
|Region=[[Sanctuary Vale]] | |Region=[[Sanctuary Vale]] | ||
|Subregion=Vale's Edge | |Subregion=Vale's Edge | ||
|Inhabitants=[[ | |Inhabitants=[[Arânzeni]] | ||
|Significance=Primary cargo transfer point from [[Vale’s Edge]] to the Sora River transport system | |Significance=Primary cargo transfer point from [[Vale’s Edge]] to the Sora River transport system | ||
|Controlled by=[[Council of | |Controlled by=[[Council of Lavierin]] | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{Settlements in the Sanctuary Vale Sections | {{Settlements in the Sanctuary Vale Sections | ||
|Introduction= | |Introduction=Uryaurire is a split-level logistics settlement positioned at the western edge of the [[Telenkar Fold]], where the [[Sora River]] plunges over the [[Kelath Fall]]. The settlement consists of two functionally linked tiers: Upper Uryaurire, which receives shipments from [[Lepigisţil]] and other Vale’s Edge locations, and Lower Uryaurire, which manages cargo transfer to river barges. The site serves as the key overland junction between elevated highland supply routes and the [[Sora Basin]] distribution system. | ||
|Geography=Upper | |Etymology=Derived from the Arânzeni words for "city of the falls" ''uryauriene ire.'' | ||
|History= | |Geography=Upper Uryaurire is built along the escarpment shelf at the top of Kelath Fall, incorporating reinforced terraces and anchored haul points. Its structures are carved directly into the edge of [[Vale's Edge]], a wide plateau descending eastward. Lower Uryaurire occupies a flat stone shelf at the base of the waterfall, beside the river’s transition into the Telenkar Fold. Both levels are linked by a large stone-hauling system that allows cargo and personnel to move between elevations without reliance on Deep Road routes. | ||
|History=Uryaurire was established during early trade expansion following the stabilization of [[Lepigisţil]]. The difficulty of moving bulk goods down the escarpment and into the central Vale led to the development of a fixed stone transport system, initially operated manually, then reinforced with counterweights and carved rail mechanisms. Over time, storage vaults and dwellings were added to both levels, creating a permanent dual-tier settlement. | |||
|Economy=The settlement exists entirely to support material movement. It processes cargo from Vale’s Edge for eastward travel and receives inbound goods from river caravans. | |Economy=The settlement exists entirely to support material movement. It processes cargo from Vale’s Edge for eastward travel and receives inbound goods from river caravans. | ||
|Defense and Military=Though unfortified, both tiers of | |Defense and Military=Though unfortified, both tiers of Uryaurire are monitored by [[Stonewarden|Stonewardens]]. Upper ledges feature reinforced perimeter rails and signal posts, while Lower Uryaurire maintains coordinated river watch. The site is not militarized but responds swiftly to logistical delays or attempted disruption. | ||
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[[Category:Council of | [[Category:Council of Lavierin Holdings]] | ||
[[Category:Telenkar Fold]] | [[Category:Telenkar Fold]] | ||
[[Category:Vale's Edge]] | [[Category:Vale's Edge]] | ||