Seacliff Castle

Seacliff Castle was a heavily populated fortress located in the northwestern tip of Taswick Isle. Because of its odd location on the island's steep cliff side, the castle was difficult to navigate to but had an immense strategical advantage. Even with the advantage of its location, Seacliff Castle was abandoned and partially destroyed when the Osvan Tribe attacked it in the cloak of darkness, slaughtering almost all of its inhabitats. The Seacliff Marauders were formed from the survivors of the attack, who turned to crime.

History
Although it is unknown when exactly Seacliff Castle was built, documents have traced it all the way back to 32 K.C. No one knows exactly why it was built, though it was obvious the castle was not for military purposes. Found abandoned hundreds of years after it was built on the uninhabitated Taswick Isle, it was renovated and named Seacliff Castle, because of its location. Abandoned after almost all of its inhabitats were slaughtered by a ravenous tribe of trolls, the survivers formed the Seacliff Marauders and ruined castle was used as their base of operation.

Petitioner's Chamber
One of the first rooms as you will see as you enter, this is a small and dimly lit room, on the first floor.

The Great Hall
The largest room of the castle, accommodating up to 600 guests. A raised platform is at the end of the hall, where the Lord/Lady of the castle dined.

The Gallery
Situated next to the courtyard, the gallery is a large stone room home to the lord's great collection of art works, displayed proudly in the glistening sun.

The Grand Courtyard
Behind the large castle on the first floor, the Grand Courtyard is safely within the walls of the castle. A large fountain of an ancient lord spouts cold water into the sea breeze, adding to the peaceful atmosphere created by the plush green trees and hand crafted wooden benches.

Soldier's Barracks
Integrated into the castle was also the small but accommodating barracks for the armsman. While most of the barracks are on the first floor, a narrow stairwell leads up to a small second floor room where arms could be kept.

The Library
A large library sits peacfully on the second floor, filled with numerous tomes, some over two-hundred years old. Two librarians could be found inside, sorting through stacks and helping visitors.

The Casemate
The room where the castle's artillery and arms were kept. Always under the watchful eye of the armsman, this room was not open to the public.

War Room
Next to the Lord's Chambers sits the War Room, used for tactical purposes of defense and such. The Armsman Commander spent much of his time here, and his personal sleeping quarters were connected by a small door.

Lord's Chambers
Connected to the barracks by a small and narrow corridor, the Lord's Chambers collectively includes:

The Bower
A private room for the Lady.

The Wardrobe
The dressing room for the Lord and Lady. This also was the storage room for costly, personal items.

The Minstrel's Gallery
The Lord and his family's personal musicians, situated on a balcony overlooking the Great Hall.

The Bottlery
Used for the personal storage of the Lord's wine and other expensive provisions.

The Place of Arms
Oddly placed on the third floor, the Place of Arms was where the armsman would assemble in times of conflict. Connected to the barracks and the War Room, this room is easily accessed.

The Chapel
Used for prayer and open to all members of the castle. A priest oversaw the chapel but and would perform sacaraments within its walls.

The Oratory
Connected to the Chapel, the Oratory was a private room for the Lord and his family for prayer.

Garden
A small garden was grown high up on the fourth floor, an abundance of different plants and even a few trees grown by the Lord's personal servants.

Dungeon
The castle's prison, guarded by armsman, was locked away high up on the castle's fourth floor. Though small, this room does not have windows and is hidden from sight; the only way inside is a secret door.

Magus Tower
The castle's mage lived high within the tower, and he is given all the accommodations he needs. The mage does not even have to leave his tower, as he his tower includes food, water, his own library and much more.