The Palace of the Kings is the residence of the Viridian monarchs and, along with the senate, one of the two seats of government of the Dominion. Located at the highest point in Ilirnas, the palace was begun in Y9382* on the orders of Avus IV, but not finished until after his death. Constructed at the height of Viridia's power and wealth, the palace is a monument to Viridian triumph and excess, decorated throughout with the finest of intricate tapestries, mosaics, and statuary.
The Palace of the Kings is the quintessential example of grandiose Viridian architecture. Columns, arches, and large open spaces like courtyards and gardens pervade the massive complex. A large, domed building in the center of the palace holds the throne room and royal court, where senators, foreign diplomats, administrators, and others seek an audience with the monarch. The living areas of the current king or queen are located there as well. Surrounding towers hold the offices of various bureaucrats and military figures.