Tag: lodge-tea
Tea Lodge of Saltmarch
Posted on March 31, 2026 in Steel-Realms
The Tea Lodge of Saltmarch is part of the Tea Lodges of Rhyl tradition that has existed for thousands of years. This lodge was built in CY 9129 as a direct result of the activities that lead to Tea House Revival.
Cultural Overview & References for the Grand Duchy of Rhyl
Chronicle/Facts of the Locale
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The Tea Lodge of Saltmarch is part of the Tea Lodges of Rhyl tradition that has existed for thousands of years. This lodge was built in CY 9129 as a direct result of the activities that lead to Tea House Revival.
Rumors About the Locale
- Rumors say this is a hub of smuggling for the Tea House Lodges in Rhyl.
Rhyl Formative Events
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Rhyl Formative Events
CY 7007 The area of North Gate Garrison freed & The Red March created; Money, supplies, armaments, and manpower flow into the north to fight the Lich Lords.
CY 6514 The Grand Duchy of Rhyl is created by the High King. In exchange for the resources and organization that can be brought to bear against the now organized undead armies, the lands become part of the High King's domain.
CY 6909 The Fall of the Grand Barony of Altair from a curse by the Lich Lords. The main passage of troops and supplies from the hinterlands and nfar north to the The Grand Duchy of Rhyl is sacked by an undead army led by a ghoul king.
CY 5980 The Kingdoms of old Rhylan united settled as a single Kingdom of Rhyl to fight the Lich Lords drive south. After centuries of warfare between territories and races, the common cause of the threat to the north secures a lasting peace.
> For 3000 years, the Kingdoms of old Rhylan was the primary form of Rulership in the territory of the current Grand Duchy.
CY 5580 Fall of Dundaria in the North - Frostfang spreads, the Lich Lord power rises. Hordes of the undead, fortunately disorganized (at first), sweep south and west from the heart of old Dundaria.
CY 2330's Fall of East / Rise of the Dark Lands (Orrishai Abandoned); Refugees flee - some cross the Tolkisson Mountain Range into the 'Lands of Rhylan' that would become the Kingdoms of old Rhylan and finally.
CY 1000 (Approximately) The Dragon of Rhyl is killed and its influence ends in the area around the Great Forest of Rhyl and the surrounding territories.
Simple Outcome / Easy Difficulty & Common Knowledge
For those native to or long-dwelling in the region, ALL Common Knowledge may be Pervasive.
The tea lodge tradition here oversees the only operation of actual vessels by the lodge houses on Lake Caolite.
Tea Lodge of Alstaad (Northgate)
Posted on October 31, 2025 in Steel-Realms
The Tea Lodge is part of the Tea Lodges of Rhyl tradition that has existed for thousands of years.
Chronicle/Facts of the Locale
Knowledge is broken down by ease of discovery/availability & Meticulous Record Keeping may improve usability; Any attempt to know more than what's Pervasive will require a reference, source, knowledge, check, or access to someone who can get or provide either of these. Specific Lores may increase the chance of knowing specific elements.
Trivial Outcome / Very Easy Difficulty & Pervasive Knowledge
Information Sources: Mundane Reference | Associated Phenomenology Only | Specific Lore
For those native to or long-dwelling in the region, ALL Common Knowledge may be Pervasive.
Rumors About the Locale
Rhyl Formative Events
See the Herald's Quarterly for world updates.
Rhyl Formative Events
CY 7007 The area of North Gate Garrison freed & The Red March created; Money, supplies, armaments, and manpower flow into the north to fight the Lich Lords.
CY 6514 The Grand Duchy of Rhyl is created by the High King. In exchange for the resources and organization that can be brought to bear against the now organized undead armies, the lands become part of the High King's domain.
CY 6909 The Fall of the Grand Barony of Altair from a curse by the Lich Lords. The main passage of troops and supplies from the hinterlands and nfar north to the The Grand Duchy of Rhyl is sacked by an undead army led by a ghoul king.
CY 5980 The Kingdoms of old Rhylan united settled as a single Kingdom of Rhyl to fight the Lich Lords drive south. After centuries of warfare between territories and races, the common cause of the threat to the north secures a lasting peace.
> For 3000 years, the Kingdoms of old Rhylan was the primary form of Rulership in the territory of the current Grand Duchy.
CY 5580 Fall of Dundaria in the North - Frostfang spreads, the Lich Lord power rises. Hordes of the undead, fortunately disorganized (at first), sweep south and west from the heart of old Dundaria.
CY 2330's Fall of East / Rise of the Dark Lands (Orrishai Abandoned); Refugees flee - some cross the Tolkisson Mountain Range into the 'Lands of Rhylan' that would become the Kingdoms of old Rhylan and finally.
CY 1000 (Approximately) The Dragon of Rhyl is killed and its influence ends in the area around the Great Forest of Rhyl and the surrounding territories.
Simple Outcome / Easy Difficulty & Common Knowledge
For those native to or long-dwelling in the region, ALL Common Knowledge may be Pervasive.
Tea Lodge of Rhylan (Sweet Fern Tea; capital city of Rhyl)
Posted on October 31, 2025 in Steel-Realms
The Tea Lodge of Rhylan is part of the Tea Lodges of Rhyl tradition that has existed for thousands of years. The Tea Lodge in the capital of Rhylan is a large building that once held a place of political refuge for heralds and nobles that may have accidentally or through confrontation made enemies of other factions or nobles. This was especially true after the kingdom was consolidated then became a grand duchy. Such refuge needs have diminished over time with stability, though it is still considered neutral ground and inviolate for violence. It is still used as neutral ground to settle disputes, but more through bureaucracy.
It is a bit run-down, its glory days long gone, but it is a large lodge and the refuge of many well appointed rooms is now more of a dormitory. The 12 acres of grounds are still partially maintained. There is a coach house and stables. The ancient 5 sided stone tower (one side for each major family) lies mostly in ruins – unused. The lodge and dormitory is used by heralds and nobles as a cheaper place to stay and a refuge from the usual haunts of those seeking access to such folk – it is secured from outside access to most.
Cultural Overview & References for the Grand Duchy of Rhyl
Traditional Family Ties: The Muncaster Family of Rhyl have a strong presence in the Lodge Tradition in Rhyl, and contribute a majority to the upkeep of Tea Lodge of Rhylan – maintaining its own secured room there still.
Women’s Refuge
It is well known for harboring women seeking to flee marriages and encounters that have led to violence. This has frustrated business deals and arranged marriages to the extent that there has been a push to make these exceptions top the neutral ground policy – but have all failed over time due to Ducal support.
Sweet Fern Tea Harvest
This is one of the places that the Sweet Fern northern tea of Rhyl is grown and harvested. Its mostly drank in and around the capital of Rhyl, and part of the reason the large ancient grounds of the lodge in the capital is protected. Unlike many of the other tea resources, this particular one is given to the supporters of the Tea Lodges of Rhyl system to maintain and get profits from directly.
Tea Lodge of Redmark
Posted on October 31, 2025
The Tea Lodge is part of the Tea Lodges of Rhyl tradition that has existed for thousands of years.
Tea Lodge of Fortun
Posted on October 31, 2025
The Tea Lodge of Fortun is part of the Tea Lodges of Rhyl tradition that has existed for thousands of years.