#location lore

[bornulhuu]

More art based on my minecraft world's lore.

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LOCATION LORE: NIGHTMARE ISLAND

Unlike Dream Island, which was a cheaply-constructed artificial island doomed to sink into the sea whether it was stolen or not, Nightmare Island is a natural landform.

[Yes I have to update the maps I made a little lol]

Now, as for why the island is…like that, well, Nightmare Island got the Bikini Atoll treatment during the Great Yoyle War…except more weapons than just nuclear ones were tested on it.

why Announcer decided to offer it as a competition prize is anyone’s guess. The best explanation is that Announcer is an idiot.

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Chase, Nevada

Small town off route 375 in Nevada, right by Groome Road, which leads directly to the East Gate of Nellis Test & Training Range - Area 51

Situated between Rachel & Crystal Springs - closer to Crystal Springs

Ex-trading post turned ranch land

Population is less than 1500 people

Other than ranching, Chase’s biggest economical pull is alien tourism, due to proximity to Area 51

Most residents either live in single-floor, suburb-type houses or trailers & double-wides. There are only a couple of apartment blocks in the town, just off the main street that runs through the centre of the town

Amenities

The Steer - The oldest bar in Chase, caters almost exclusively to the ranchers & older locals, located toward the back of the town, away from the highway

The Burning Lizard - A dive bar/club with a biker vibe due to being close to the truck stop & highway. Has live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.

Ripley’s - An alien-themed bar and grill that pulls in the tourists, situated between the gas station and the trailer park, on the strip right next to the highway

Allie’s Truckstop - An all-night diner on the strip, attached to the gas station and local garage. Has a childrens play area out back with a spaceship-shaped jungle gym

Chase Gas and Gulp - Gas station that doubles up as a tourist information place & gift shop

Chase Autorepair - Garage attached to the gas station and truckstop

Chase Sundown Motel - On the strip by the truckstop, a little on the cheap side but not a total roach trap

Red Sands Trailer Park - A locals-only trailer park at the end of the main strip - where Brodie lives

Chace Grocery & Supply - not anything close to a Walmart but carries a decent range of food & other items - includes a meat counter, a bakery, a dairy counter & homewares department - meat and dairy are locally produced

Dave’s Hardware - Just a regular hardware store

Joy’s Curl Up and Dye - Hair salon

Chase post office - The original trading post building and one of two of the oldest structures in town

Chase Meridian Bank

Groome Road drive-in movie theatre/picnic area/rest stop

Sheriff’s Office and Chase townhall

Chase Clinic - There is no hospital in the area though. Any major medical emergencies have to be taken to Caliente - 1hr drive away

A veterinarians office - deals mostly in livestock and wildlife, but has a clinic for pets

St Matthews Church - A small, wooden chapel that is the second of the two oldest structures in the town.

An Army recruitment office

Chase public library - Small and a little outdated, but has free wifi

Chase Rec Centre - Recreation centre with sports facilities and an indoor swimming pool

Jed’s - A gun and ammunition store next to the Sheriff’s office

Emmett Brown Elementary School - named after the town founders wife

Chase High School

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Midnight Moon Books & Brew

Midnight Moon is an occult bookstore and coffee shop owned and managed by Lachlan’s son, Dylan, as a front for the family’s genuine business that caters exclusively to non-humans, as the store itself just looks like any other mortal new-age/oddities-themed store.

Dylan lives in the apartment above, though the apartment is not technically part of the human world, nor is it fully in the fae realm. It sits in the space between, and Dylan keeps an active portal to the fae Otherworld on the premises so that he, his family and any others known to them can use it to come and go between worlds as they please.

The shop also exists as a sort of portal in a similar way to Howl’s moving castle in that it can be accessed from multiple locations. Of course, this is not noticed in any way by human customers, but non-humans will usually recognise it for what it is because the place has so many spells and charms on it to keep it off the radar of hunters.

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The Treehouse

The Treehouse has been a labour of love for Lachlan over the last few centuries, having started out as just three rooms and expanding with every stray fae that turned up or was brought to the house by one of the others.

Now it has more than twenty bedrooms alone, along with several communal lounges, three kitchen areas and a host of other living spaces (including a bar, but only the older residents are allowed in there because Lachlan’s homebrew is notoriously powerful stuff).

Other than Raine and Alannah, Lachlan refers to everyone else as the kids, regardless of the fact most of them are in their 20s now, and each one of them has their own self-contained space that includes a bathroom. and a bedroom designed specifically to its occupants taste and magical affinity. This has resulted in some rather eclectic architecture and decorative choices (and occasional questionable ones at that), but the Treehouse is mostly hand-carved and constructed entirely by Lachlan himself.

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Mag Ildathach: The Multicoloured Place

While some people mistakenly use Ildathach as an interchangeable term for the entirety of the Otherworld/Fae Realm, it is actually only a region of it, named for the wildly varied and colourful appearance of its native plant life, especially at night as many of the plants are naturally bioluminescent.

It is also more or less self-governed, and because of this, Illdathach tends to attract solitary types of fairy/wyldfae, rather than those of the various courts and troops (though it is not uncommon for Unseelie to make frequent appearances there for those same reasons).

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Welcome to Alder Bay, Washington

Alder Bay, Washington is like many other western coastal cities that sprung up around the late 1800’s. To this day, signs of the city’s early heritage are fiercely protected. Despite being a city of over 150,000 people, there remains an aura of the old bones of the area. Many of the original buildings remain in the downtown area, and the historical society has made it their sole mission to remember the heritage of the area. 

Within the city, many things evolved much like it has anywhere else. Technology advanced throughout the centuries, though magic has influenced things quite heavily. The natural branch of magic has helped to boost the transportation in Alder Bay, making travel extremely efficient and comfortable, thanks to the wards and seals put in place by witches over the years. 

Throughout the city there are many forms of public transit available, with the most prolific being their magnetic light rails. With the gift of space-time seals, this means travel throughout the city limits is done mostly through magical means and has rendered automobiles obsolete and mostly unnecessary. There are still a few mundanes that keep with their old habits, choosing to have their own car or take the light rail.  

Magic Row

Tucked deep within the center of the downtown area lies Magic Row. Many businesses and shops can be found here, especially the magical ones. A vampire might find an amulet for daytime walking, or mundane might come to find enchanted items that help with their daily life. Werewolves might come looking for something to help their headaches, or to keep them sane during the full moon. There are many different shops, and most people can find whatever they’re looking for here. 

Next to the shops, the town hall as well as the courthouse can be found here as well. The area is neat and orderly, with every hedge and tree trimmed to look as neat as possible. Some of the buildings harken back to their roots within the architecture, and even the newer buildings hold that inspiration. 

Hidden from the prying eye of the general public lies a secret business run under the table. There is one business, [name here], that offers vampires a place to relax and have a good time without judgment from the rest of the world. Hidden in the basement sits one of the only public blood dens available within the city limits, open to both clients as well as new employees. 

Easthallow

Easthallow sits on the edge of the more upscale housing areas in the city. This neighborhood features pristine lawns, multi-million dollar estates, and prestigious neighbors, all flocking to the center point of the neighborhood - the Alder Bay Community College. The college welcomes all sorts, even including several magical courses for those so inclined. Not far off lies a botanical garden with various plants and other flora. 

Peppered throughout the botanical garden lies a few sitting areas. In the center lies a park, open to anyone that wants to sit and enjoy nature for a while. The flora within the gardens and the park are lush and green, sustained by magical means. Whimsical fairy lights float all around, giving the whole scene a surreal feeling.

Blightwood

Toward the outskirts of the city lies Blightwood, an area that seems a bit more run down and unkempt than the rest of the city. An air of foreboding floats through Blightwood for anyone who knows that this patch of the city belongs to the wolves. Long ago, the werewolves claimed this part of the city as their own and frowned upon any intruders. 

The wolves have divided the land amongst themselves, each pack carving out their own sections and protecting them fiercely. Blightwood drew in the wolves, both new and old, thanks to the Olympic National Forest that lies nearly in their backyard. It’s said if anyone ventures into the area after dark, they can hear howling and other noises from the shadows. 

Willowsdale

Those who find Easthallow too high scale, and Blightwood too rough and tumble for themselves might look at Willowsdale as the best place to be. Many of the middle class have settled into this part of the city, giving it a more comfortable feel. There are a few shops scattered throughout the comfortable suburbia that sits close to the outskirts. 

One of the most popular beaches in the city can be found here as well, along with a pier that is a popular place to spend time in the warm, sunny summers. Many come here to fish off the pier year round and kids are often found trying to sneak treats and candies from the stalls. Overall, Willowsdale is your typical family friendly suburb if you ignore the coming and goings of vampires who are free to move around now that the sun’s set.

Storms Bluff

Storms Bluff earned its name thanks to its vicinity to the coastline. Many magical users call this little chunk of city their home. Many sea-faring creatures have laid claim here, calling this the ocean’s pearl. Thanks to magic from the witches, many find themselves facing the brunt of a storm along the beach where the bluff meets the water. 

The vicinity to the coastline means city goers don’t have too far to travel to reach the beach. It’s a popular destination for those that want to get away from the heavy bustle of the inner city and enjoy the beautiful landscape of the pacific northwest coastline. It’s the perfect place for a personal walk or even an evening in front of a bonfire with friends. 

North Pass

North Pass is the other end of town, an area that’s nestled up against the Olympic National Forest. Being on the north end, this section remains unclaimed by the wolves, much to the relief of the other residences. The houses in this area of the city are modest but harbor a beautiful architecture that harkens back to this region’s past. 

Due to the outskirts being free of major wolf presence, the edge of the forest offers many hiking trails and other nature excursions for those that enjoy a nice walk in the trees. The wilds aren’t just for the supernatural, after all. One can enjoy trails that go for miles into the wilderness - but be warned. Just because it’s on the north end doesn’t mean it’s free of danger that lurks in the shadows. 

Fernsworth

Fernsworth is the center of the city. Nestled next to Magic Row, this gem of a neighborhood is home to a lot of the smaller businesses not found nestled into the main strip. There are a few local restaurants around, as well as other quaint establishments. Anything that’s not suited for the strip can be found in this area. 

There are a few modest apartment buildings for those who don't want the modern suburban life, but don’t want to quite deal with the constant bustle of Magic Row itself. It’s a trendy neighborhood to live in, especially for young adults who are spreading their wings for the first time. It’s the most artsy neighborhood as well, with many craft shops and family owned bookstores and cafes tucked into hidden nooks.