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[[Oispiún District]] is the political and ceremonial heart of Lavierin. Built around the [[Grand Hall of Yairan]], it houses the chambers of the Council of Lavierin. Public access is limited; citizens gather in outer halls to hear announcements of council proceedings.

=== The ~~Veins~~ ===

=== The Sainace District ===

[[~~Veins~~|The ~~Veins~~]] are a residential and market district. A web of tunnels and grotto-homes, where daily commerce and family life unfold.

[[Sainace District|The Sainace District]] are a residential and market district. A web of tunnels and grotto-homes, where daily commerce and family life unfold.

=== Iacângeni District ===

[[Iacângeni District]] hosts the Archives and [[Stonecraft Guild|Stonecraft Guilds]]. A tiered arc of carved vaults surrounding the '''[[Ierigiț Vaults]]'''. Home to [[Yacinsain|Yacinsains]] and artisans. Every wall here is etched with law-stones, genealogical records, and geological treatises. Entrance to inner archives requires express permission of the Yacinsains.

=== ~~Surn~~'s Refuge ===

=== Loar's Refuge ===

[[File:Lavierin - Darak Kel 01.jpg|thumb|The Grand Hall of Yairan]]

[[~~Surn~~'s Refuge]] is a district focused on public ceremony. A cavernous sanctuary filled with chimes made of minerals and natural spires. The city's public rituals and events take place here.

[[Loar's Refuge]] is a district focused on public ceremony. A cavernous sanctuary filled with chimes made of minerals and natural spires. The city's public rituals and events take place here.

=== The Stonesteps ===

The [[Stonesteps]] are the place for trials and Initiations. A dangerous spiraling stair carved from obsidian-glass along a vertical chasm wall. Used for trials of endurance and rites of passage. Only those seeking to join the ranks of Guzirias are permitted to ascend.

=== ~~Tarsu-un~~ ===

=== Biaşirisă district ===

[[~~Tarsu-un~~]] is the district with quarry access and miner guilds. This district lies closest to the city’s outer quarry networks and is inhabited by stonecutters and Oinien tunnelers. The dwellings here are more utilitarian.

[[Biaşirisă district]] is the district with quarry access and miner guilds. This district lies closest to the city’s outer quarry networks and is inhabited by stonecutters and Oinien tunnelers. The dwellings here are more utilitarian.

=== Stone's Hold ===

[[Arigiterlic|Stone's Hold]] is a defensive stronghold and logistics hub. Located around the '''Arlindu Gate''', this fortified district houses the city’s [[Guziria]] barracks, storehouses, and defense infrastructure.

=== ~~Varen-Kelun~~ ===

=== Ziplițic District ===

[[~~Varen-Kelun~~]] houses the diplomatic and external relations A relatively newer addition to Lavierin, ~~Varen-Kelun~~ was built to house visitors, traders, and emissaries from beyond Khamria.

[[Ziplițic District]] houses the diplomatic and external relations A relatively newer addition to Lavierin, Ziplițic District was built to house visitors, traders, and emissaries from beyond Khamria.

|Notable Locations==== The Gates of Origin ===

The [[Gates of Origin]] are the sole known entrance to the [[Domain of Yairan]], thought to be the home of Yairan himself. This sacred land had been sealed off by Namuril centuries before the city was built, after the Namuril left the Vale following the end of the Erosion Wars

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Ceremonial roles in Lavierin are deeply institutionalized. Guzirias and Yacinsains maintain the city’s sacred routines.

Citizens of Lavierin observe [[~~Veshariin~~]] (''Harmonic Days''), when public life slows to a standstill and many citizens descend into meditation chambers commune with the subterranean vibrations of the earth itself. These moments of stillness are said to maintain spiritual balance and civic unity.

Citizens of Lavierin observe [[Ioriea]] (''Harmonic Days''), when public life slows to a standstill and many citizens descend into meditation chambers commune with the subterranean vibrations of the earth itself. These moments of stillness are said to maintain spiritual balance and civic unity.

Artisans in the Lavierin tradition craft for the longetivity of the art itself.

|Spiritual Significance=The city is situated on the border of the [[Domain of Yairan]] and as such Earth Spirits are frequently encountered within its caverns and halls. Arânzeni believe Lavierin to be one of the few remaining places where the voice of Yairan can be heard directly through the stone. Though Yairan remains the core presence of the city, the [[Ascendant Spirit]] [[~~Varunel~~]] is also invoked in archival and legislative rites, representing continuity and recorded truth.

|Spiritual Significance=The city is situated on the border of the [[Domain of Yairan]] and as such Earth Spirits are frequently encountered within its caverns and halls. Arânzeni believe Lavierin to be one of the few remaining places where the voice of Yairan can be heard directly through the stone. Though Yairan remains the core presence of the city, the [[Ascendant Spirit]] [[Yala]] is also invoked in archival and legislative rites, representing continuity and recorded truth.

|Economy=Lavierin’s economy centers on stonecraft and mineral trade. Much of there trade is done with the nearby [[Oinien]] Settlements via the [[Deep Roads|deep roads]].

|Defense and Military=Lavierin is naturally fortified by the Așdilu Mountains. In addition, the Guzirias are warriors capable of reshaping terrain during battle. The city’s layered structure and deep caverns make it nearly impregnable to direct assault.

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 [[Oispiún District]] is the political and ceremonial heart of Lavierin. Built around the [[Grand Hall of Yairan]], it houses the chambers of the Council of Lavierin. Public access is limited; citizens gather in outer halls to hear announcements of council proceedings.
-=== The Veins ===
+=== The Sainace District ===
-[[Veins|The Veins]] are a residential and market district. A web of tunnels and grotto-homes, where daily commerce and family life unfold.
+[[Sainace District|The Sainace District]] are a residential and market district. A web of tunnels and grotto-homes, where daily commerce and family life unfold.
 === Iacângeni District ===
 [[Iacângeni District]] hosts the Archives and [[Stonecraft Guild|Stonecraft Guilds]]. A tiered arc of carved vaults surrounding the '''[[Ierigiț Vaults]]'''. Home to [[Yacinsain|Yacinsains]] and artisans. Every wall here is etched with law-stones, genealogical records, and geological treatises. Entrance to inner archives requires express permission of the Yacinsains.
-=== Surn's Refuge ===
+=== Loar's Refuge ===
 [[File:Lavierin - Darak Kel 01.jpg|thumb|The Grand Hall of Yairan]]
-[[Surn's Refuge]] is a district focused on public ceremony.  A cavernous sanctuary filled with chimes made of minerals and natural spires. The city's public rituals and events take place here.
+[[Loar's Refuge]] is a district focused on public ceremony.  A cavernous sanctuary filled with chimes made of minerals and natural spires. The city's public rituals and events take place here.
 === The Stonesteps ===
 The [[Stonesteps]] are the place for trials and Initiations. A dangerous spiraling stair carved from obsidian-glass along a vertical chasm wall. Used for trials of endurance and rites of passage. Only those seeking to join the ranks of Guzirias are permitted to ascend.
-=== Tarsu-un ===
+=== Biaşirisă district ===
-[[Tarsu-un]] is the district with quarry access and miner guilds. This district lies closest to the city’s outer quarry networks and is inhabited by stonecutters and Oinien tunnelers. The dwellings here are more utilitarian.
+[[Biaşirisă district]] is the district with quarry access and miner guilds. This district lies closest to the city’s outer quarry networks and is inhabited by stonecutters and Oinien tunnelers. The dwellings here are more utilitarian.
 === Stone's Hold ===
 [[Arigiterlic|Stone's Hold]] is a defensive stronghold and logistics hub.  Located around the '''Arlindu Gate''', this fortified district houses the city’s [[Guziria]] barracks, storehouses, and defense infrastructure.
-=== Varen-Kelun ===
+=== Ziplițic District ===
-[[Varen-Kelun]] houses the diplomatic and external relations  A relatively newer addition to Lavierin, Varen-Kelun was built to house visitors, traders, and emissaries from beyond Khamria.
+[[Ziplițic District]] houses the diplomatic and external relations  A relatively newer addition to Lavierin, Ziplițic District was built to house visitors, traders, and emissaries from beyond Khamria.
 |Notable Locations==== The Gates of Origin ===
 The [[Gates of Origin]] are the sole known entrance to the [[Domain of Yairan]], thought to be the home of Yairan himself. This sacred land had been sealed off by Namuril centuries before the city was built, after the Namuril left the Vale following the end of the Erosion Wars
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 Ceremonial roles in Lavierin are deeply institutionalized. Guzirias and Yacinsains maintain the city’s sacred routines.
-Citizens of Lavierin observe [[Veshariin]] (''Harmonic Days''), when public life slows to a standstill and many citizens descend into meditation chambers commune with the subterranean vibrations of the earth itself. These moments of stillness are said to maintain spiritual balance and civic unity.
+Citizens of Lavierin observe [[Ioriea]] (''Harmonic Days''), when public life slows to a standstill and many citizens descend into meditation chambers commune with the subterranean vibrations of the earth itself. These moments of stillness are said to maintain spiritual balance and civic unity.
 Artisans in the Lavierin tradition craft for the longetivity of the art itself.
-|Spiritual Significance=The city is situated on the border of the [[Domain of Yairan]] and as such Earth Spirits are frequently encountered within its caverns and halls. Arânzeni believe Lavierin to be one of the few remaining places where the voice of Yairan can be heard directly through the stone. Though Yairan remains the core presence of the city, the [[Ascendant Spirit]] [[Varunel]] is also invoked in archival and legislative rites, representing continuity and recorded truth.
+|Spiritual Significance=The city is situated on the border of the [[Domain of Yairan]] and as such Earth Spirits are frequently encountered within its caverns and halls. Arânzeni believe Lavierin to be one of the few remaining places where the voice of Yairan can be heard directly through the stone. Though Yairan remains the core presence of the city, the [[Ascendant Spirit]] [[Yala]] is also invoked in archival and legislative rites, representing continuity and recorded truth.
 |Economy=Lavierin’s economy centers on stonecraft and mineral trade. Much of there trade is done with the nearby [[Oinien]] Settlements via the [[Deep Roads|deep roads]].
 |Defense and Military=Lavierin is naturally fortified by the Așdilu Mountains. In addition, the Guzirias are warriors capable of reshaping terrain during battle. The city’s layered structure and deep caverns make it nearly impregnable to direct assault.