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{{ | {{Town | ||
| color = | |color=Blue | ||
|title1=Ascalon | |||
|title1 = Ascalon | |image1=[[File:Coatofarms.png|thumb]] | ||
|image1 = [[File:Coatofarms.png|thumb | |Coordinates=7040,-5856 | ||
| | |Continent=Asia | ||
| | |region=Middle East | ||
|mayor = Alonjak | |mayor=Alonjak | ||
| | |Established=March, 2024 | ||
|Nations=Israel[[File:Flag of Israel.svg.png|thumb]];Holy Land[[File:Holy Land Israel - FEB 2024..png|thumb]] | |||
}} | }} | ||
Ascalon is more of a monumental structure than a town, as it is not open for residence, only for visits. | Ascalon is more of a monumental structure than a town, as it is not open for residence, only for visits. | ||
[[File:Hall of Ascalon.png|thumb]] | [[File:Hall of Ascalon.png|thumb]] | ||
==History and Name== | == History and Name== | ||
Ascalon was established by the player Alonjak as an art project on early 2024. | Ascalon was established by the player Alonjak as an art project on early 2024. | ||
The name "Ascalon" was adopted from the | The name "Ascalon" was adopted from the medieval name of the modern city of "Ashkelon." During the medieval period, it was referred to as "Ascalon." Ascalon in real-life has a rich history as a significant port city situated on the southern shores of what is now modern-day Israel. | ||
medieval name of the modern city of "Ashkelon." During the medieval period, it was referred to as "Ascalon." Ascalon in real-life has a rich history as a significant port city situated on the southern shores of what is now modern-day Israel. | |||
==Principles== | == Principles== | ||
[[File:2024-04-01 17.32.20.png|thumb]] | [[File:2024-04-01 17.32.20.png|thumb]] | ||
Ascalon is not a religious structure, its guiding principles revolve around beauty and aesthetics. However, according to local folklore, both the town and the surrounding bamboo forest are believed to possess mystical powers and inhabited by mystical spirits. | Ascalon is not a religious structure, its guiding principles revolve around beauty and aesthetics. However, according to local folklore, both the town and the surrounding bamboo forest are believed to possess mystical powers and inhabited by mystical spirits. | ||
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[[File:2024-04-01 17.34.04.png|thumb|[[File:2024-04-01 18.21.35.png|thumb]]]] | [[File:2024-04-01 17.34.04.png|thumb|[[File:2024-04-01 18.21.35.png|thumb]]]] | ||
Ascalon is a part of the nations of [[Aurora:Israel|Israel]] and the [[Holy Land]]. Additionally, it is a part of the [https://discord.com/invite/bUwPYjp8cR Middle Eastern Strategic Alliance], and the [[Holy Roman Empire]] by virtue of belonging to the Holy Land.[[File:Alonjak.png|thumb|Alonjak]] | Ascalon is a part of the nations of [[Aurora:Israel|Israel]] and the [[Holy Land]]. Additionally, it is a part of the [https://discord.com/invite/bUwPYjp8cR Middle Eastern Strategic Alliance], and the [[Holy Roman Empire]] by virtue of belonging to the Holy Land.[[File:Alonjak.png|thumb|Alonjak]] | ||
==Location== | ==Location== | ||
[[File:2024-04-01 17.34.14.png|thumb]] | [[File:2024-04-01 17.34.14.png|thumb]] | ||
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==Materials and Structures== | ==Materials and Structures== | ||
Ascalon predominantly consists of white concrete, white terracotta, clay and cyan concrete. The town features numerous pods and water fountains, serving as habitats for diverse marine wildlife. The main structure also incorporates elements of glass and wood. The second floor of the main building serves as a library and a meeting space, while the third floor functions as a dormitory.[[File:2024-04-01 17.34.34.png|thumb]][[File:2024-04-01 17.31.13.png|thumb]] | Ascalon predominantly consists of white concrete, white terracotta, clay and cyan concrete. The town features numerous pods and water fountains, serving as habitats for diverse marine wildlife. The main structure also incorporates elements of glass and wood. The second floor of the main building serves as a library and a meeting space, while the third floor functions as a dormitory.[[File:2024-04-01 17.34.34.png|thumb]][[File:2024-04-01 17.31.13.png|thumb]] | ||
[[File:צילום מסך 2024-04-01 180016.png|thumb]] | [[File:צילום מסך 2024-04-01 180016.png|thumb]] | ||