Eastern Rise Territories
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Eastern Rise

The Eastern Rise region is situated around Halifax, once the largest city in Nova Scotia. The metropolis lies in ruins among the beautiful beaches and former vacation hot spots, eerily silent without the honking of horns. The city's sprawl is an even mixture of farmland and fast-fading suburbia, interspersed with forests and wildlife preserves.


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  • Climate: The central parts of Nova Scotia are the most moderate -- the surrounding bay and ocean do much to mitigate the harshness of Canadian weather. The summers are especially warm and beautiful, and the central regions have been spared winter's sharp bite in previous seasons.
  • Geography: This small Atlantic coast region is situated in a basin of low elevation. The coast is jagged and the shoreline is dotted with small islands.
  • Demographics: Halifax was the most populous area of the Nova Scotia and New Brunswick prior to human extinction. Many areas of this region show extensive evidence of human occupation, from the sprawling farms to the suburbs to to the metropolis.
  • Prey: Sparse. While Loners may subsist on the small creatures found in Halifax and its surrounding areas, a pack would find it impossible to survive here.
  • Fauna: Rodents and small mammal species comprise the majority of resident species; various species of bat use the buildings to roost. Golden eagles also use the buildings for their nests during summer. Small to medium sized songbirds and predatory owls are the most common fauna within Halifax. Formerly domesticated animals are frequently seen in this area -- cattle are common on the Chedabucto Peninsula, but do not venture outside of the wooded and field areas.
  • Flora: Trees are uncommon in Halifax. Allegheny Vine can be seen on many buildings; Opium Poppies and other formerly-cultivated plants dominate within the city, scratching their living in the concrete and asphalt. The Chebucto Peninsula is dominated by Hazel Alder, Yellow Birch, and Red Spruce.


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Halifax

Note: Halifax is divided into neighborhoods. For descriptions of specific places within Halifax city, please see the Halifax wiki or the wiki pages of specific neighborhoods.



Hydrostone District

This affluent, sprawling district of Halifax was constructed in the early 20th century after a large fire destroyed parts of Halifax. Many buildings found in this area are unique for their construction; row-houses in sturdy groups are constructed of hydrostone, a non-combustible granite concrete. Small shops and boutiques dominate the lower floors of these short multi-stories, while the upper floors were converted to apartments. Much of this area stands in good condition due to strong construction; however, the streets were lined with trees, and the Hydrostone's overgrowth is quite severe.




Thornhill District

The Thornhill district, on the northern part of the harbor, was considered Halifax's gritty downtown prior to the apocalypse. The area is dominated by warehouses, the remnants of chain store buildings, and other marks of industrialization. A 250-bed prison, the largest in Nova Scotia, stands in silent vigil over the residential area, consisting of duplexes and several high-rise apartment buildings. Most stand in good condition; however, prior to the apocalypse, an effort to revitalize the Thornhill district was stopped mid-way by the apocalypse. A sprawling development of cookie-cutter houses stands half-finished, finished homes nestled in fields of skeletal structures and stone foundations.




Spring Heights

The Spring Heights district, along the southern side of the harbor, was rather trendy prior to the apocalypse. The multi-story Lordslace Hotel stands proudly among other high-rise buildings, and the spindly Angus Bridge extends across the harbor, connecting Spring Heights with the Hydrostone. Despite heavy evidence of commercial activities, the Spring Heights district also boasts two small libraries, several museums, and the sprawling Public Gardens. Once cultivated, the flora of the gardens has exploded outward, overtaking the better part of a city block. Various semi-exotic species can be found in Spring Heights thanks to the gardens.




Greater Halifax

The areas outside of Halifax range from suburban to rural, the sprawl of the city extending far beyond the relatively small metropolitan area. Primarily comprised of farmlands and housing developments, the Greater Halifax area also boasts its own landmarks, including the large Chebucto Peninsula, a wildlife preserve prior to the apocalypse, and the Halifax Airport. Clusters of houses, shops, and storefronts make up smaller communities and villages in the Greater Halifax area, though few are of any note. This area is dominated by a plethora of formerly-domesticated animals: the wildlife to pass through here is primarily predatory, as Luperci are rarely the only ones seeking a meal of the feral creatures.


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