Hylan

Hylan, sister city to Parnassus, specializing in the physical sciences. North-east of Fault and south of the forges of Waithe. Located in a temperate climate, vast underground tunnels house the numerous laboratories that call Hylan home. It should be noted the local soil is highly resilient and can contain even the worst catastrophe. The tunnels themselves were forged by what was assumed to be a long extinct arthropod species of unknown intelligence. As those of Hylan are less keen on the study of ancient insects than Parnassus, any relics are quickly destroyed or sold off to create new work space.

Many scientists have their homes and basic laboratories in Hylan, and conduct more dangerous experiments in the land between them and Waithe. Being close to the great forges allows an unlimited supply of materials for work, and the surrounding mountains house multiple observatories. In Hylan the knowledge of physics are key to manipulation everything from earth to fire, and the myriad tunnels below are perfect areas to work with little worry of collateral damage (while at the same time safe from prying eyes).

The proximity to Fault means that the military has ready access to promising experiments occurring in Hylan, and it isn't uncommon to see large men in uniform go to and fro, conducting unknown business. While Parnassus shuns militarization of their efforts, Hylan depends on it for funding, and the tunnels below are filled with more than just engines and reagents.