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Manor Overview
Sarum is the central seat of Salisbury, a walled city with a keep inside its borders. It is the home of Earl Robert, a vassal of King Arthur Pendragon
Background
Location
City of Sarum |
Places of Interest
Bryndon's
A bakery in Salisbury, the bryndon is a sweet roll/pastry and this place makes them in abundance, along with many other fine breads and confections.
Black Abbey
An order of monks live hear dedicated to the works of Pachomius of Egypt and his monastic lifestyle. The grounds are generally closed to the public. The chapel remains open however, and there is some space for others to come and pray in the manner of these monks. They also celebrate spring rites festivities, making merry in the Farmer's Quarter around their abbey.
Boar's Head
Rumored to be centuries old, like the city itself, the Boar's Head is the best, and perhaps only, tavern in town. Other locals serve drinks and food, such as the Inns, but this is the only location truly dedicated to the art.
Cathedral of the Blessed Mary
The center of worship in Sarum as well as Salisbury, the home of the Bishop of this county. It is one of the few stone buildings in the city itself outside of Castle Sarum itself.
Sarum Castle and Cathedral |
Sarum Castle
A medium sized stone, walled castle at the heart of Sarum. It is raised on hillock in the center of town.
The Cony
An inn in the Merchant's quarter, known for its cony soup. This is, perhaps, the only inn in town that has private rooms. Other accommodations in town more in the open hall/great hall style of sleeping.
Wainright's Inn
In the Farmer's Quarter, this is simply a building connecting to the Wainright's home, not quite a barn, it does have a large open space that serves food during the day and becomes sleeping room at night.
White Abbey
The White Abbey on the north side of town is home to some British monks known for their vintner skills. They're central court is open, and with numerous doors in their chapel, the space becomes one with their religious theology.
Political Relationships
Officers and Positions
NPC
Second most powerful man in earldom, holder of the Earl's seal that must mark all documents.
NPC
Responsible for the lord's food, including the procurement and storage of it within the castle. He is in charge of all that might have to do with this.
NPC
In charge of feeding the court; they oversee the part of the process between storage cellars and the plate. They are in charge of cooks, servers, etc.
NPC
Responsible for the order and comfort of the court from commanding messages between Earl and others to arranging lodging when the Earl travels.
- Chamberlain
- Lady-In-Waiting
- Handmaidens
- Court Treasurer
- Tax Auditor
- Ledgerkeeper
- Assistant Treasurer
NPC
An officer that keeps the Earl's Chambers, including anything kept within. Is both chief body servant and overseeing other servants such as tailors and laundresses, and the treasurer and subordinates.
Sir Ivor de Winterslow |
Residents
Noble Family Members
Countess Ellen de Salisbury |
Mother to Robert. Currently holds the county in his name. |
Earl Robert de Salisbury |
Son of Roderick and Ellen. The liege lord of Salisbury. |
Countess Esyte de Salsibury |
Wife of Robert. Mother to Rhenault de Salisbury, the heir. |
Lady Jenna de Salsibury |
Bishop Gerard |
The Bishop of Salisbury county, custodian of the Cathedral of the Blessed Mary. |
Lady Robine |
Commoners
Maerwynn: Healer/Midwife/Apothecarist |
Runs the Apothecary in Sarum, and also well known healer/midwife within the City. |
Ottis Black: Blacksmith |
A blacksmith specializing in weapons in Sarum. |
Family Tree
Timeline
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