Valencia
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  • Reads 473
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  • Parts 18
  • Time 5h 10m
Ongoing, First published Mar 09, 2014
Mature
Millennia ago, people flocked to the land of Syra for the sole purpose of making one of the many famous pilgrimages to the awe-inspiring city of Valencia. Surrounded by imposingly beautiful walls and located on the edge of a high cliff on the coast, it was rumored that Valencia was home to the very Gods themselves.

Over the course of time, however, Syra fell into ruin as great Kings and Queens, noble Lords and Ladies, and greedy Emperors and Empresses all fought for control over Valencia. Because of this, many wars resulted in the death and destruction of the land. The Gods receded from Valencia and isolated themselves in the Heavens, and Valencia closed its massive gates, for what seemed like forever.

Over time, Valencia disappeared from maps and guides and now only legends remain of the once-famed city. However, in the present day, many adventurers and rich dignitaries alike have all sought out to once again re-discover the once great city. Many have been unsuccessful; and even more have died trying to locate it in Syra's un-inhabitable wild lands, where educated and friendly people are few and hard to come by.

However, one lone mercenary within this land of Syra will achieve staggering amounts of glory and gold, when she receives one of the biggest clues of all time to Valencia's whereabouts. While she battles her past demons and insufferable party members, as well as avoiding certain death at every turn, will she ever find Valencia?

And, more importantly...will she ever find true happiness?
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