The east side of the city is the very heart of Sacrosanct - it's unique skyline is a clash between modern sky rises and small Victorian-inspired storefronts. In the heart of downtown, the sleek colored glass buildings reign supreme though their old-world roots can be seen in the most peculiar places from the lamp post styled electric street light to the stone sidewalks. The old world architecture slowly returns the further from downtown you travel, however. It's here that magic thrives, it hums in every stone and can be felt in every breath. Often, newcomers to the city may become overwhelmed by such sensations but, eventually, it becomes an ever-present feeling that's hardly noticed.
City Creek Center
Dark Hunter Department
Inner Sanctum
Red on the Water
Starlight Tower
The City Creek Center is an upscale open-air shopping center centered in the heart of downtown Sacrosanct. With its numerous fountains, foliage-lined walkways, and bubbling streams, City Creek Center offers three blocks of chic boutiques, delicious dining, and the newest showrooms.
The City of Sacrosanct's Dark Hunter Department's primary concern is the safety of all of Sacrosanct's residences. Their public safety responsibilities include code enforcement and supernatural crime prevention. The Sacrosanct Dark Hunter's Department follows the directions of the International Dark Hunter Council and serves as a local point of contact for any Dark Hunters working within the Council's ranks.
The Inner Sanctum is an independently's owned specialty coffee company and cafe with a singular focus: quality. A hidden gem on the side streets of the busy downtown, the Inner Sanctum source's the world's finest beans and local treats. From it's delectable pastries to the exquisite latte art, the Inner Sanctum is dedicated to both its craft and the customer's experience. With beans roasted in house and every cup prepared by the best baristas, you will never be disappointed at the Inner Sanctum.
Owner Alexander Macedonia
Barista Alexis Wilde
Nestled in a pleasant alcove that is but a stone's throw away from the dazzling labyrinth of downtown, Red on the Water is a spectacle in its own right. Renovated in the style of a classic Irish pub with a dash of modern flair befitting the city that boasts it, this up-and-coming venue is the perfect place to snag an impeccably prepared home-cooked meal and enjoy the city's most impressive collection of brews from Ireland and beyond. You and your guests are sure to be mesmerized and invigorated by the energetic offerings of the live Celtic band to be found here every weekend.
Home of: Elysium
Owner Isolt Marcello
Co-Owner Damon Marcello
Waitress Yumi Chizue
With one hundred floors and a 125-foot spire, the Starlight Tower rises high above the Sacrosanct skyline. More than just a landmark, the Starlight Tower offers a unique mix of restaurants, shops, and offices spaced throughout the building. Organized into nine verticle zones, each of which features a sky lobby and a light-filled garden atrium which merge the upscale interior with a faux landscaped exterior setting.
I can sense her apprehension in the post math of introducing herself but I must say, she did an amazing job of saying it with plenty of confidence. Looking around, I am impressed by what she's managed to establish here. She's a queen who's already surrounded by loyal followers and owns her own bustling business if tonight is anything to go by. There's rarely an empty seat in this place, at least tonight. Everyone seems happy and entertained. If she can do that with a business, that's a good future for a fairy monarchy if you ask me. I watch the color rush to her cheeks and my hazel eyes glitter automatically. A flustered queen? I don't think I've ever been able to fluster anyone of such a high rank. She seems taken aback by my genuine respect for her title, telling me that it means a lot that I didn't laugh at her. I shrug lightly. "Hierarchy should always be respected lest we all fall to chaos." I tilt my head. "I would say being a queen is pretty important. It's not everyday that someone wakes up and decides to lead a group of people." I'm not ashamed or irritated that she noticed my gun. I just don't want it on full display to everyone in the burlesque lest the wrong kinds of people be present. She seems to understand my motivation behind having a gun though. I'm sure she has her own ways of keeping her security close at hand. I don't see any guards at the moment but maybe they're just good at cloaking. I've heard of fairies hired just for such a skill. She agrees that I'll find plenty of supernaturals before admitting that she wasn't always a fairy. My brow lifts at this new knowledge, reaching over to take another sip of my drink. I've always been a good listener so I give her my full attention. So she was a human before. Her instincts make more sense now. I scowl and run a hand through my hair. "I'm sorry to hear that. Not a good welcome into this world, I'm sure. I was born fairy so I don't know your hardships but I am genuinely apologetic that you had to become like us that way." My features soften as she winces at the bad memories. She then tells me that she saved someone else from being attacked and that's what convinced her that she needs to step up and do something. I smirk knowingly. "Sounds like good motivation to me. I'm not the ruling type but I want to make change in my own way. I wish you all the luck in that." She tells me that she's been here two years and likes it. I guess that means she plans on staying. I nod, my own gaze distant for a moment. It's been a long ass time since I've felt anything close to home. Maybe back when my brother was still at my side. At least then I had someone to look out for, a purpose. When dad was with us hunting, when we could watch each other's backs. That was home. Lately I've only felt more lost than anything. I shrug at her question. "I guess we'll find out. I like what I see so far." I smile charmingly at her. Yeah, maybe that was a little bit of innocent flirting but I'm also talking about the town and the burlesque. If this is anything like the rest of my trip's going to be, maybe it won't be so bad after all. I'll get my cheap hotel room and see what hunting there is to do here. Maybe I'll even make a friend or two. I hope I can at least make her that, if nothing else. |