Nehekhara

"I don't fight to survive anymore. I was already dead when I was brought here in chains. I only fight now to end the suffering of others. To put an end to this horrid nightmare for them."

-Bak'fenee, Immortal of the year 3,353D.E

Overview
Nehekhara is known across the world as a slave nation first and foremost. Many people from all across Orbis are abducted and sold to the slave masters of Nehekhara for easy money. For every free person in Nehekhara there are 9 slaves. The arenas are Nehekhara’s biggest attraction and ‘money maker’ for the slave masters. The Pharaoh that rules all is said to be descendent of infernal heritage and it would explain its society. But these are but rumours and tales, but many believe them to be true. While Khazanov might be the sole survivor of tundra, Nehekhara is the sole surviving city of the desert.

Economy and Resources
Nehekhara profits from two sources, its slaves and gold mines. Built around the largest deposit of gold known in Orbis, it’s easy to assume that Nehekhara has used it to its full advantage. Along with many exotic kinds of cotton and fabrics, the exotic goods of Nehekhara are defiantly sought after throughout the world. And because of their slaves, they can work their workers into the ground as hard as they wish. The Immortal arenas also bring many spectators and gamblers across the world, to relish in the joy of the blood sport.

Culture and Climate
The streets of Nehekhara are safe and rich with music and culture compared to the desolate lands that surround it. The Sapphire Hands, the internal elite guard of the city act as its guardians and also keep a vigil eye on the small villages on the outskirts of Nehekhara. Much of the architecture of Nehekhara comes from the Khenra, as it used to be the capital of their once great empire. Nehekhara is not known for its grand temples and exemplary followers. In fact, many of the temples built to Anubis and Amun Ra were destroyed when the Lakk’aran Dynasty came into power almost 700 years ago, usurping the Khemunet Dynasty. They leave them in ruins as a sign of their complete dominance and ownership of the crown.

Politics and Government
Many rumours have spread that the Lakk’aran Dynasty comes from an infernal origin. Its current and previous monarchs would never reveal their full features when in public, always shrouded in dark ornate robes and a decorated headpiece that obscures the face. Their Dynasty built the slave culture that Nehekhara thrives off of. And the main problem, everyone who lives there seems to not care about it. Many outsiders not accustomed to the culture are often confronted at the mention of the Lakk’aran being manipulated by devils or be infernal fiends ruling with an iron fist.

Notable Districts
Nehekhara is the largest city in Orbis, housing millions within its walls. Comprised of hundreds of small and large districts. Many guilds take up their own areas in the city, calling them their own districts. Immortal arenas are also scattered throughout the city. Each district having at least one arena, creating their own league and narrative of gladiators. Only the best of each district are taken to compete in the grand Immortal Arena to be named the next Immortal.

Corridor of Kings
This area of the city is the largest and most extravagant district as it houses the palace in which the Pharaoh rules from. Many temples, monuments and statues to previous rulers of the Lakk'aran Dynasty are also here. Its heavily patrolled and guarded by the Sapphire Hands.

The Old Kingdom
This part of the city are essentially ruins. Old temples to the Elysium and Zodiac gods burnt down and demolished, with the old palace of the previous Khemunet Dynasty in utter ruins. Many poor, homeless and sickly people live here, making it somewhat of a ghetto of lowlives.

The Sun-Touched Bazaar
This bazaar is the largest of the many that are scattered at all over the city. Many of the city's elite and noble peruse here and bargain with one another. Only the finest of goods from all over the globe are sold here.

Krakan's Landing
This is the busiest port of the city. All types can be found here. From the rich undocking from their party yachts to the scurvy sailors playing dice and dropping off cargo.

Immortal Fields
The Immortal Fields is a large expanse of open ground, with the grand Immortal Arena at its centre. When the games are on, merchants and tradesmen set up shop on the open grounds outside the area.

The Dens
The Dens are multiple connecting districts that make up the poorer residential areas. Often with bandits and thugs roaming around. Many slave masters who can't provide housing for their slaves on their estates or in their homes send them here for lodging. Many of the dens are named after animals or the gangs that claim it such as the Viper's Den, Hyhena's Den, Black Claw's Den etc.

The Catacombs
The city has many deposits of gold and jewels underneath it. The catacombs are a series of tunnels and mine shafts that have been closed off for various reasons. Only criminals and bandits use them to travel quickly through the city, but other dangers also lie in the old tunnels.

Halls of the Disciples
The city's high-class education district. Colleges to music, art, science, history, economics and other studies are found here. There is no place of learning for the magically adept however, as those are taught in private and for the elite of society.

The Scarabs Crown
The wealthy and privileged live in this district. Full of mansions, estates and townhouses. Parks filled with music and entertainment. The streets are well guarded and only certain individuals are permitted to roam around here.

Pyramid of the Damned
This gargantuan sized pyramid was built by the first of the Lakk'aran Dynasty as a prison and stronghold. While prisoners are kept here, many believe its more than that. For it is so large that it takes up an entire district on its own. Some say its never been fully explored and holds more than just criminals.