Yew
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[edit] Description
Yew is the city dedicated to the Virtue of Justice, and therefore the headquarters of the Druids of Britannia, which also corresponds with its closeness to nature.
Situated in the Deep Forest of northern Britannia, Yew isn't a real city in the strict sense. The settlement scatters over quite some span of forest, as the inhabitants had decided to live with nature, rather than bending it to their will. A big sight of Yew is the High Court of Britannia, fitting for the city of Justice. Built nearby is the prison. Another sight of Yew is the Bee Cave with its Giant Bees.
Thanks to its not-city like structure, Yew is a very quiet and peaceful place, and the inhabitants are the most friendly ones in Britannia.
There isn't much economy in Yew because of its structure. But some trainers for the art of fighting can be found. Otherwise, there isn't much commerce.
A Moongate near the city ensures fast transportation.
[edit] History of the City
The city of Yew is old. It already existed in the Age of Darkness, and it was there, in Ultima III, where the password for the Isle of Fire was retrieved in the Circle of Light. After the establishment of the Eight Virtues, Yew became the city of Justice.
In Ultima IV, Yew was same size as all of the cities. Yew also hadn't changed much in Ultima V, with its walls intact. During that time, it was the second biggest city, with only Britain bigger. Yew became the center of the Oppression with the inquisition under Judge Dryden. Like all of the cities, Yew was haunted by the Shadowlords until their destruction.
After the time of the tyranny, the city walls were razed, but despite that, Yew didn't grow much, as seen in Ultima VI. 200 years later, by Ultima VII, Yew had dissolved as a city, the settlement having spread over the Deep Forest itself in an attempt by the inhabitants to get closer to nature.
By the time of Ultima IX, Yew had grown once again as the city of Justice and was still located within the forest, many of its habitations being built on the treetops of the Deep Forest.
[edit] Lore
Northwest from the mountains begin the vast woods known as the Deep Forest. Many a traveler has become lost among these tall, majestic trees. If they feet stray from the beaten path, do not despair, for within the woods lies the beautiful city of Yew, home of the mystic Druids. The High Court of Yew judges all the important cases in Britannia and is famed far and wide for the wisdom of the decisions rendered here.
- from "The History of Britannia", Ultima IV
Long a gathering place for Druids in their pursuit of Justice, Yew is the site of the Supreme Court of Britannia and nurtures the great legal and judicial minds who practice there. Besides the courts, jail and penal areas, Yew has one of the best restaurants with a fine pub, an armoury and an apothecary. Nestled beneath the trees of the Deep Forest, Yew is second in population only to Britain.
- from "Book of Lore", Ultima V
Second in size only to Britain, the town of Yew is the judicial and legal heart of the Kingdom, being home to the Supreme Court of Britannia. Druids and philosophers have long gathered under the shade trees of the Deep Forest surrounding Yew, exploring the subtle nuances of justice and righteousness. While visiting Yew, one will find a fine pub and a fully equipped armoury and apothecary.''
- from "Compendium", Ultima VI
Yew is known as the City of Justice, but it has changed considerably over the years. The buildings that remain where the city once stood have been abandoned for many, many years. The citizenry of Yew have chosen a life independent of normal civilization. They now live scattered throughout the Deep Forest. Their only remaining link with outside civilization is Empath Abbey. The Abbey has assumed responsibility for the Court of Yew as well as its prison. Many travellers to Empath Abbey come to visit the graves of loved ones at the nearby graveyard.
- from "Fellowship", Ultima VII
[edit] Inhabitants
[edit] Ultima V
- Aleyn :imprisoned child.
- Chamfort :blacksmith.
- Felespar :prisoner.
- Greymarch :fighter.
- Jaana :Companion of the Avatar.
- Jeremy :cook.
- Jerone :prisoner.
- Judge Dryden :Head Inquisitor.
- Landon :fighter.
- Mario :prisoner.
[edit] Ultima VI
- Andrea :tavernkeeper.
- Ben(U6) :woodcutter.
- Boskin :prisoner.
- Jaana :healer and Companion of the Avatar.
- Lenora :mayor of Yew and judge of the High Court.
- Pridgarm :prison keeper.
- Sinjen :criminal.
- Utomo :blacksmith.
[edit] Ultima VII
- Ben :woodcutter.
- Bradman :trainer.
- D'Rel :prisoner.
- Gharl :prisoner.
- Goth :prison guard.
- Gwenno :not at home...
- Iolo :Companion of the Avatar.
- Penni :trainer.
- Sir Jeff :High Court judge.
- Smith the Horse :a horse.
- Thad :masked man.
- Tseramed :ranger (can join).
