Wintershiven
| Wintershiven | |
|---|---|
 Wintershiven, as depicted in Fate of Istus (1989)[1] | |
| General information | |
| Realm: | Theocracy of the Pale |
| Government | |
| Authority: | Ogden Tillit, Prelate Sarynn Reddick, Bishop Anonsis |
| Government: | Theocracy |
| Demographics | |
| Population: | 39,900 (591) |
| Groups | |
| Religions: | Pholtus |
| Organizations: | Prelacy of Light, Council of Nine |
Wintershiven is the capital city of the Theocracy of the Pale.
History
In 342 CY Ceril the Relentless instituted the Council of Nine, which elected a Theocrat and founded the present nation. By 356 CY Nyrond had broken away from the Great Kingdom and launched a military invasion of the Pale, burning Wintershiven to the ground. The city was rebuilt approximately 20 leagues to the north and closer to the Yol river. Nyrond occupied the Pale until 450 CY when, at the Great Council of Rel Mord King Dunstan I of Nyrond recognized the Pale's independence and Wintershiven became the realm's capital city.
Geography and climate
Winters in Wintershiven are harsh and cold, with heavy snowfall.
People
Population
Wintershiven has grown considerably over the years, nearly doubling its population in just fifteen years.
- 576 CY—21,500 World of Greyhawk Fantasy Game Setting[2]
- 585 CY—23,400 From the Ashes[3]
- 591 CY—39,900 Living Greyhawk Gazetteer[4]
Religion
Wintershiven is the "Seat" of Pholtus' worship. The worship of all other gods is strongly suppressed.
Languages
Government
A Theocracy ruled by the Church.
Administrative Divisions
Wintershiven is directly ruled by the Church, even more so than other Palish cities. Theocrat Ogon Tillit is said to "sit on the Throne of the Sun" and rule in Pholtus' name, from Wintershiven. Also, Wintershiven is the "Seat" of the Archdiocese of Wintershiven which is governed by Prelate Sarynn Reddick, one of the Council of Nine. Bishop Anonsis oversees the day to day affairs of the city itself, much as would a Lord Mayor.
Executive Branch
The Church Militant enforces the laws and decrees of the Church from its headquarters on Temple Hill and is overseen by Cardinal-Commander Reifus, "the Paganhammer," who demands a rigid adherence to the scriptures.
Legislative Branch
Theocracy ruled by the Church.
Heraldry
Economy
Resources
Currency
Transportation
Military
References
Notes
Citations
- ↑ Findley, Nigel. Dan Salasl Stephen Innis, Rob Kuntz. Fate of Istus. Lake Geneva, WI. 1989, p48
- ↑ The World of Greyhawk Fantasy World Setting (1980), p.13.
- ↑ From the Ashes (1992), p.32, Atlas.
- ↑ Living Greyhawk Gazetteer (2000), p.80.
Bibliography
- Gygax, Gary. The World of Greyhawk. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1980.
- ———. World of Greyhawk Fantasy Game Setting. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1983.
- Haywood, Issak. "Wintershiven, a traveler's memoir." Oerth Journal #12. Council of Greyhawk, 2001.
- Holian, Gary, Erik Mona, Sean K. Reynolds, Frederick Weining. Living Greyhawk Gazetteer. Renton, WA. Wizards of the Coast, 2000.
- Findley, Nigel. Dan Salasl Stephen Innis, Rob Kuntz. Fate of Istus. Lake Geneva, WI. 1989
- Sargent, Carl. From the Ashes. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1992.
Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index
The Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index (EGI) is based on previous work of Jason Zavoda through '08, continued by numerous other fans. The EGI article has a list of sources, product names, abbreviations, and a link to the full, downloadable index.
| Topic | Type | Description | Product | Page/Card/Image
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basilica of Pholtus {Basillica} (Wintershiven) | Building | Cathedral, | Living Greyhawk Journal #3 | 29 |
| Basilica of Pholtus {Basillica} (Wintershiven) | Building | Cathedral, | WG8 Fate of Istus | 47, 49 |
| Citadel (Wintershiven) | Building | Inn, Tavern, Bar, or Restaurant , | WG8 Fate of Istus | 48, 49, 51, 54 |
| Citadel Tavern (Wintershiven) | Building | Tavern, | WG8 Fate of Istus | 48, 49 |
| City Watch (Wintershiven) | People Group | Army, | WG8 Fate of Istus | 48, 49 |
| Dawn Gate (Wintershiven) | Infrastructure | Gate, | WG8 Fate of Istus | 49 |
| Evengate (Wintershiven) | Infrastructure | Gate, | WG8 Fate of Istus | 48, 49 |
| Hall of Earthly Justice (Wintershiven) | Place | WG8 Fate of Istus | 49 | |
| Hall of Spiritual Justice (Wintershiven) | Place | WG8 Fate of Istus | 49 | |
| Jay Swordwright (Wintershiven) | Building | Shop, | WG8 Fate of Istus | 49 |
| Lightbringer Inn (Wintershiven) | Building | Inn, | WG8 Fate of Istus | 48, 49 |
| Noon Gate (Wintershiven) | Infrastructure | Gate, | WG8 Fate of Istus | 48, 49 |
| Pilgrims Chapel (Pholtus) (Wintershiven) | Building | Chapel, | WG8 Fate of Istus | 49 |
| Pilgrims Rest Rooming House (Wintershiven) | Building | Inn, Tavern, Bar, or Restaurant , | WG8 Fate of Istus | 48, 49 |
| Prelatal Palace (Wintershiven) | Place | Palace, | WG8 Fate of Istus | 49 |
| Prelate Army {Prelatal} (Wintershiven) | People Group | Army, | Living Greyhawk Journal #1 | 30 |
| Prelate Army {Prelatal} (Wintershiven) | People Group | Army, | WG8 Fate of Istus | 48, 49 |
| Rayed Sun Inn (Wintershiven) | Building | Inn, | WG8 Fate of Istus | 48, 49 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | The City of Greyhawk: Gem of the Flanaess | 19 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | Dragon magazine #056 | 22 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | Dragon magazine #294 | 28 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | The Fright At Tristor | 3, 6, 22, 27 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | From the Ashes: Atlas of the Flanaess | 32, 63 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | From the Ashes: References Card | #2 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | From the Ashes: References Card | #3 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | Living Greyhawk, Living Onnwal Gazetteer, D&D 3.5e | 59 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | Living Greyhawk Gazetteer | 77, 80, 81, 82, 153 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | Living Greyhawk Journal #0 | 4 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | Living Greyhawk Journal #4 | 30 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | Oerth Journal #01 | 17 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | Oerth Journal #04 | 9 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | Oerth Journal #12 | 16,17,18 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | Sea of Death | 64 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | Saga of Old City | 7, 126, 146 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | The Adventure Begins | 7 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | WG8 Fate of Istus | 1, 45, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 54, 57, 84, 85, 126 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | The World of Greyhawk Fantasy World Setting (Folio) | 12, 13 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | WGR5 Iuz the Evil | 68 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | WGS1 Five Shall Be One | IBC |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) | 28, 30, 55 |
| Wintershiven | Settlement | Theocracy of the Pale, Capital, Settlement, (576 pop: 21500), (591 pop: 39900), | World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) | IBC |