Shankell, also known as Borridor, the Salt-Hole, and the Corkscrew Citadel, is a port city on the northern tip of the Cymek Desert, adjacent to the Meagre Sea.
Overview[]
Shankell is a trade town on the north shore of the Cymek, best known for its gladiatorial combat scene and its status as the home of the worship of Sanshad.
Demographics[]
The population of Shankell is largely composed of Cactacae, although there are minority populations of various other races as well.
Culture[]
Religion[]
The city's official religion is the worship of Sanshad, run by a committee of cactacae. Still, the city is fairly relaxed about the worship of other deities and religions.
Gladiators[]
Shankell is famous for its brutal gladiatorial combat, which takes place in hook-wire cages and fleshpits.
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