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The '''Palace of the Dazzling Sun''' is a complex located on the [[Salt Coast]], long used by [[Khapesh|Khapeshan]] monarchs as a hidden retreat. With its location unknown to all but the monarchs and their most trusted advisor, the Palace served as a sanctuary from which Khapeshan kings and queens could rule their realm in seclusion, unbothered by the mundanities that were left to the viziers. | The '''Palace of the Dazzling Sun''' is a complex located on the [[Salt Coast]], long used by [[Khapesh|Khapeshan]] monarchs as a hidden retreat. With its location unknown to all but the monarchs and their most trusted advisor, the Palace served as a sanctuary from which Khapeshan kings and queens could rule their realm in seclusion, unbothered by the mundanities that were left to the viziers. | ||
Rather austere for its role, the palace complex included a number of buildings. Along with a throne room and living quarters, the Palace included an extensive library as well as other space that was used according to the whims and interests of the monarch. | Rather austere for its role, the palace complex included a number of buildings. Along with a throne room and living quarters, the Palace included an extensive library as well as other space that was used according to the whims and interests of the monarch. A grand temple holds shrines to each of the major Osirion deities. | ||
The Palace is protected by multiple layers of magical wards. If one does not already know of its exact location, a number of spells make it exceedingly difficult to find. Not only do illusions prevent it from being seen, but those attempting to locate the Palace also find themselves subconsciously compelled to avoid it. | |||
[[Menes II]] was the last ruler of Khapesh to use the Palace of the Dazzling Sun. Since his reign was ended, the complex has begun to fall into disrepair. | [[Menes II]] was the last ruler of Khapesh to use the Palace of the Dazzling Sun. Since his reign was ended, the complex has begun to fall into disrepair. | ||
Revision as of 16:49, 23 April 2022
The Palace of the Dazzling Sun is a complex located on the Salt Coast, long used by Khapeshan monarchs as a hidden retreat. With its location unknown to all but the monarchs and their most trusted advisor, the Palace served as a sanctuary from which Khapeshan kings and queens could rule their realm in seclusion, unbothered by the mundanities that were left to the viziers.
Rather austere for its role, the palace complex included a number of buildings. Along with a throne room and living quarters, the Palace included an extensive library as well as other space that was used according to the whims and interests of the monarch. A grand temple holds shrines to each of the major Osirion deities.
The Palace is protected by multiple layers of magical wards. If one does not already know of its exact location, a number of spells make it exceedingly difficult to find. Not only do illusions prevent it from being seen, but those attempting to locate the Palace also find themselves subconsciously compelled to avoid it.
Menes II was the last ruler of Khapesh to use the Palace of the Dazzling Sun. Since his reign was ended, the complex has begun to fall into disrepair.