Geography
Describe the physical setting of this location — its terrain, climate, size, and layout. Is it coastal, inland, elevated? How does its geography shape life there?
For cities and towns: describe the districts, key landmarks, notable buildings, and the overall feeling of the place.
People & Culture
Who lives here? What races are present, and in what proportions? Describe the culture, customs, and day-to-day life. How does the community sustain itself economically and socially?
Politics & Power
Who holds power here — and how? Is this location under Imperial control, independent, or somewhere in between? What are the key political tensions, and how do they play out in daily life?
History
Summarise the known history of this location. When was it founded, and by whom? What key events have shaped it — battles, disasters, periods of prosperity, or significant changes of power?
Role in the Story
Describe how this location features in Shadow's Awakening. Which characters visit it? What key scenes take place here? How does it change — or stay the same — by the end of Book 1?