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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Sir Whiskers" data-source="post: 368538" data-attributes="member: 6941">Given that your world is monotheistic, how about two cities from history:10) City Name: Byzantium       Hook: City is surrounded on three sides by water, all sides covered by the greatest defensive walls in the world. It has existed for at least a thousand years, ruled by its Emperor, who is also the head of the church. The city's Patriarch is appointed by the Basileus (emperor) as the organizational leader of the church, but often the Patriarch opposes the basileus in political and spiritual matters.  Is known for its machiavellian politics (including the occasional coup) and its manipulation of its enemies (bribes, assassination, etc). Has a small army of superb troops (especially heavy cavalry), hiring mercenaries as needed for larger campaigns. Is involved in on-again, off-again conflict with its sister city, Rome, due to a religious schism.  11) City Name: Rome       Hook: City was built on/around seven large hills, with a canal leading to its major port. Is home to the premier infantry armies of the world. It is ruled by a Senate composed entirely of its wealthier citizens, though the lower classes are beginning to demand representation (Tribunes). The church in Rome is headed by a pontiff who sees himself as head of all churches in the world.Just change the names to suit your campaign.</blockquote>