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The Traveller's Guide to Ascula

TRAVELLER’S GUIDE TO ASCULA’S CITIES
Written by D. Aelianus Corvus



CITY

PROVINCE

WHAT AELIANUS SAYS…

Lotanobriga

Eboraka

‘Glinting with glass, steel and concrete skyscrapers, Lotanobriga is the beating heart of Ascula's economy and can often seem futuristic and soulless to the untrained eye. It is by every measure a global business hub: the Asculan banking and insurance industries have long called Lotanobriga home, and the city boasts one of the busiest container ports in the world. Peel away that forbidding, cold veneer, however, and you will find a city of warmth and charm. Lotanobrigans pride themselves on their hospitality! You’ll find some of Ascula’s finest eateries here; the glacial, bracing temperatures mean that locals love hearty, filling fare - expect pancakes piled high with fruit and chocolate and dig in to the local speciality, spit-roasted hog drenched in hot pepper sauces. The underground rave scene is not to be missed; Club Gergetorix is the stomping ground of many of the world’s top disc jockeys.’

Arvinium

Aquitania

'Arvinium’s monument-lined boulevards, concert halls, museums, grand art deco restaurants and high-end boutiques are enhanced by a new wave of multimedia galleries, hip wine bars, creative eateries, and tech start-ups. Iconic examples of baroque and classical architecture share the cityscape with stunning contemporary buildings too. Arvinium is synonymous with style and haute couture, and there are few places in the world more renowned for being at the forefront of emerging and established trends than the Via Arrianus. More than two thousand years of history have shaped Arvinium, and its countless museums harbour priceless treasures from antiquity to the modern day.’

Evaricum

Iska

‘A city that is not conventionally aesthetically pleasing, Evaricum is more synonymous with titanium refining than it is with tourism. Continuous industrial development spanning over two hundred years has blighted the city with unattractive architecture, but there are still nuggets of gold waiting to be unearthed in this rough-and-ready city. Recently redesigned urban spaces have made the city centre more pedestrian friendly – all the better to see some of Evaricum’s unsung art deco treasures and outcrop of new galleries.’

Rusellae

Calcaria

‘As the old adage goes: “when in Rusellae, eat as the Rusellaeans eat”. Rusellae’s reputation for its cuisine precedes it, and whether you seek a cosy neighbourhood seafood eatery or a triple-Michelin-starred temple to gastronomy, you'll find that every establishment invariably serves some of the world’s finest fresh seafood. Stroll along Rusellae’s ancient harbour, visit the awe-inspiring Baroque Cathedral of St Phillip Neri-by-the-Sea and wander through the bright and bustling fish markets to cap off an exotic culinary excursion like no other.’

Ulpiana

Delminia

‘The cradle of the Tempus Eruditionis (The Age of Enlightenment), romantic, enchanting and utterly irresistible, Ulpiana is a place to feast on the world’s finest art, high fashion and gourmet cuisine. Few cities are so packed with extraordinary art and architectural masterpieces at every turn. Indeed, the entire city centre has been declared a world heritage site. Its narrow cobbled streets have ancient candle-lit temples, marble palaces and exceptional art museums brimming with works by Apion the Magnificent, Vellerus of Aestia and other greats.’

Hipponion

Erythria

‘Hipponion is a city of high-pedigree hotels, spectacular seafood and plunging cliffs that cut through the heart of this historical hub.The romance persists from the time when ancient emperors and despots built their summer palaces on the cliffs overlooking the sea. Wander through Forum Maximus on any given Sunday and you’ll be exposed to one of the greatest sights in all of Ascula: the bloody and brutal ancient sport of Asculan Handball. Be sure to visit the vast Museum of Military History at the naval base before watching the sunset from the Temple of Karemnestra with a glass the priestesses' own wine.’

Nattabuttum

Macomedes

‘Centuries ago Nattabuttum was a magnet for travellers and traders from every corner of the globe and one day, hopefully soon, it could be again. Unfortunately this vision for Nattabuttum is a long way off as the city is still highly unsafe for tourists, with its infrastructure and political system still recovering from years of brushfire wars after repeated attempts at secession. The situation is not insurmountable. There are increasing signs of hope that Nattabuttum will once more thrive as a result of massive investments from the Federal Government.’

Ikiadoron

Segestica

‘Most people know Ikiadoron for its famous Summer Solstice Festival, but beyond that world-renowned spectacle is a city pulsing with great nightlife. Ikiadoron impresses with its avant-garde architecture. It’s a posh and modern city that seems all buttoned-up business at first glance: tech start-ups and telecommunications have made this former backwater one of Ascula’s wealthiest cities. Yet all it takes is an hour or two of bar-hopping around the Foreign Quarter to realise that locals have no problem letting their hair down once they shed their suits and ties, sometimes at rather seedy establishments. With regards to the Summer Solstice Festival, expect incredible performances from the world’s top artists at this hive of hedonistic pleasures.’

El Oued

Ghardaia

‘Torn between its glorious past and its recent bloody history, El Oued is a city in turmoil. Just as the city was starting to recover from the 2006 War of Secession, a number of separatist groups began to take root in certain districts. The tide may have turned back in favour of the Federal Government with the recapture of the suburb of Ain Hadjar, a rebel stronghold, but most of El Oued unfortunately remains an extremely dangerous war zone.’

Carsulae

Aquitania

‘Charming neighbourhoods with rows of pastel-coloured houses, drink-and-dine delights and memorable outdoor activities framed by dramatic vistas - there are so many reasons to love Carsulae. Those snow-capped mountains that are peeking at you from between downtown's glass towers? They're less than 30 minutes away by car. Ski or cycle in the morning, kayak or fish in the afternoon and enjoy some of Ascula’s finest dining in the evening.’

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