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The City of Sin: City locations list
THE RED LANTERN DISTRICT LOCATIONS—
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🧭 RED LANTERN, LUST
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Dangerous Curves is an elegant-looking gentlemen's club and burlesque room. Located in a large, striking stone building with a rather dramatic interior, Dangerous Curves manages to make an impression right from the entrance, which is made up of a large staircase leading up to two heavy wooden doors. The club speaks to a higher-class clientele, and caters to them all over two stories covered in dark woods and weathered metals, with leather couches and chairs. Additionally, there's a main stage styled after old-fashioned theatre, complete with a heavy curtain. Performers of all types flock to the club, as it offers up a variety of different styles, rather than just the standard 'exotic dancer'.
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The Wiggle Room (close to the edge of the Tower District) is a classy burlesque club, known for its brothel-esque atmosphere and high-end clientele. In direct contrast to some of the other clubs on the very same street, The Wiggle Room appears surprisingly classy. Its front is lit up with red and gold lights, making it exceedingly visible (and also a little bit bright) to anyone who might approach. It's across the street from a small apartment building, but doesn't just rely upon foot traffic; it has a reputation for being one of the better clubs in the district, and draws people from around the city. Inside, it's decorated in the same palette of red and gold; it tries to be classy, but mostly ends up a little bit too much. The walls are periodically draped with falls of fabric to give it the feel of an exotic brothel-type space, and that's carried through in the throw pillows that decorate the booths that line the edges of the club. The stage is set front and centre and made impossible to miss, while the bar is positioned off to the side, willing to serve all manner of specialty drinks to its patrons.
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Le Rideau Rouge (formerly known as Lennox House) is right near the border of the Coliseum District, and is a gorgeous little brothel with additional performance space for the escorts to show off their skills. Despite some of its neighbours looking none too nice, Lennox House is a beautiful old four-story building that boasts some of the highest class prostitutes around. The interiors are all done up in deep, royal blues and golds, and always manages to catch the eye of everyone who walks in. Unlike some brothels, there are both women and men working, all of whom are more than happy to satisfy whatever needs a customer might have, sexual or otherwise. There is a small club on the main floor for performances, usually of a burlesque nature, that take place two or three times a week, and for a price, a lucky customer might get his pick of the dancers.
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The Den of Sin, closer to the river and the edge of Shantytown, is a nightclub for those who want to do more than just dance without fear of judgement. Though most people believe that the name of the place perfectly describes the interior, there's more to it than that. The Den of Sin boasts an anonymous appeal that few other clubs have, making it feel much more secret and isolated than others. With stark black walls and no windows to speak of, the only light comes from dim light fixtures. The main portion of the club has more couches than one can count, while the second floor plays host to private rooms. It's not abnormal to find couples (or more) in various states of undress in any of the areas, getting to know each other in the most intimate of ways. In fact, it's encouraged.
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Yusha, on the edge near the Garden of Pleasure, is a Lounge/Hookah Bar/Restaurant. Inspired by the hookah bars of the Middle East, this is where a person can come to smoke a bit of opium or tobacco (depending on preference). Here, someone can listen to Persian music, watch dancers (including belly dancers), and have a bit of Persian cooking. Drinks are available, mainly exotic varieties. In the back room, the more adventurous can find some gaming (roulette, black jack, dice, etc) where steep wagers are encouraged. This is a place that encourages vice and sin, unashamed in the darker desires of others.
FINANCE STREET LOCATIONS—
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🧭 FINANCE STREET, GREED
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Highgarden Shelter, very near to the border of the Tower District, is a shelter for homeless and other unfortunates, set up in one of many brownstones. Started by Margaery Tyrell, the Highgarden Shelter serves as a base for those less fortunate to get away from their lives for a short time and not have to worry about food or a roof over their heads. It plays host to numerous smaller rooms - most of which are little more than a warm bed - as well as communal eating areas, all decorated in a cosy, warm way that practically invites people inside. The goal is to provide a warm meal and place to stay for all in need, and it succeeds. Set up in a large brownstone on one of the main streets of Finance Street, it has plenty of space, as well as Magistrate backing to give it that much more credibility.
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The Red Lion, slightly nearer to Leisurebrook, is a high-class pub that elevates average food and drink to new heights. Known as one of the classier locales to get a pint and some decent food, the Red Lion boasts a warm, cosy interior, rather reminiscent of the traditional pubs found in England. Surfaces are made of carved wood and the ceilings boast thick exposed wooden beams on both levels of the two-story public house. Larger tables can easily be found, as can more intimate booths tucked away in corners, and, of course, the food is to die for.
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Theatre of Ghosts, closer to the outskirts of the city (the entrance is off an alleyway), is a theatre house/bar. The entrance is simple yet purposeful. There is a marble archway with a tarnished silver keystone bearing the theatre's name. Red carpet, which is somehow always kept clean, leads inside to an intimate lobby scattered with random pieces of dated furniture and unsettling paintings. A simple bar sits off to the side. The lobby is beset with various ornate columns and a single, enormous chandelier. Inside, the concert hall feels larger than would be expected. The seats wrap around the stage in a half-circle. A black curtain obscures the stage, stirring in an inexplicable breeze. There is a space off to the side for a modest orchestra.
The theatre has a resident acting troop but hires actors from the community for special/supplementary roles. Even when there is not a show, the bar is usually open. The theatre tends to explore themes of the abstract, the existential, and the tragic.
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Copies R Us, near the edge that is closest to Tower, is a business-like office store that provides everything office, from devices to paper, to pens. Copies are, of course, also made here. It's a very generic office store, somewhere between Office Max and a big warehouse store.
EMPLOYEES: Noah Bennet—Paper salesman and mid-shift Manager.
THE COLISEUM DISTRICT LOCATIONS—
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🧭 THE COLISEUM DISTRICT, WRATH
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The City of Sin Police Department, halfway between the Coliseum proper and the Tower proper, is a relatively nondescript, surprisingly large building, with stonework on the outer walls and an oddly modern interior. As the main hub for all anti-criminal activity in the City, the Police Department's main station is a relatively innocent looking building. It looks like most others in the district, not taking the time to really call any attention to itself if it can help it: it is, effectively, a building undercover. Slightly taller than some of the other buildings in the district, the station is roughly four stories high, with offices for the various detectives and officers on the top three levels, a ground level for interrogations, reception, and the like, and a basement that serves as archives, forensics, and jail alike. Though the exterior is brick, the inside is surprisingly light: the walls are painted white, and there are plenty of windows to keep the space from getting too dark inside. All things considered, it's a fairly nice little place. There is an additional jailing facility located just outside city limits for housing criminals for extended periods of time.
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The City of Sin Volunteer Fire Department is located in this district.
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The City of Sin Public Library, near the edge close to Finance Street, is a grandiose building that seems both cosy and welcoming to all. Though it's not quite as grand a landmark as the Coliseum itself, the Public Library is definitely up there. It's one of the nicer buildings in the district, made of sandstone, expansive and made up of numerous stories of available books and research space. Each level boasts high ceilings and stacks upon stacks of books, organised on high bookcases set in aisles, making it rather easy to get lost. They are relatively organised, if you know how to search through them, but curiously enough, there's nothing to be found on the City itself. Not a single word. Anything else, though? That can be found.
EMPLOYEES: Diana Abel—Evening Librarian/Director of Adult Education Coursework, and chief of evening services.
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The Coliseum, near the forested edge of the City, is a massive arena visible from most points in the City simply due to size. Best resembling the famous colosseum of ancient times, the City's Coliseum plays host to similar carnage. Volunteers (and sometimes criminals) can be found either under their own names or under stage names, working their way to the top through a series of one-on-one battles. Rarely are they to the death, but every now and then, the crowd wants a little blood.
EMPLOYEES: Grog Strongjaw—Security.
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The Bullet Hole, right near the Police Department, is a public shooting range that doesn't try to be anything it isn't. An expansive one-story building in the Coliseum District, The Bullet Hole tends to be the go-to for most of the off-duty police officers who want to spend a little of their free time practicing their marksmanship. The first floor is host to a professional shooting gallery with 22 stalls, and a private observation section for visitors to keep an eye on the others, and a small shop area in the very front. The basement, which is led down a spiral staircase from the shop area, boasts an obstacle course and open range for law enforcement training exercises and competition matches. It's one of the more industrial-looking buildings on the block, and is a very clean, sterile white on the inside, with concrete floors.
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The Outlaw, located a little closer towards the forest edge of the City, north of the Coliseum proper, is a blue-collar bar that boasts a very nice selection of bourbon and whiskey. Located a few blocks away from St John's on Second, The Outlaw is a small, no-frills drinking establishment with a vaguely western theme, catering to a rougher clientèle than some of the upscale bars around; mostly fans and fighters from the Coliseum. It offers a limited menu of typical bar food, plus a couple of pool tables and dart boards available for friendly competitions. Legal services also available.
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The Blind Beggar, near the Police Department, is a mid-level pub that caters to the working class while providing an inviting atmosphere. Generally known as a good place to blow off a little steam after work, the Blind Beggar provides good drinks, good food, and good atmosphere to anyone who comes through its doors. Locals know it as a great hang-out with relatively low-key patrons, perhaps due in part to the proximity to the police station: it's not often known for its bar fights.
EMPLOYEES: Harry Dresden—Cook.
THE TOWER DISTRICT LOCATIONS—
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🧭 THE TOWER DISTRICT, PRIDE
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The Tower, located at the very central point of the City, is a modern, high-rise skyscraper set to act as the main focal point of the City. Though it plays host to a number of minor businesses and offices, everything within the Tower is controlled by the Sun. On the ground level is a two-story ballroom used for Magisterial events, and the majority of the office spaces above are used for some sort of administrative purpose. There are accountants, lawyers, assistants, engineers, and whatever else you can think of. At the very top level, the Sun has her second office. Because of this, there's also very tight security, and few people can get in without an actual appointment.
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The Lounge, fairly close to the central Tower, is a very upscale jazz lounge. Catering almost entirely to the wealthy clientele of the Tower and surrounding area, the Lounge is everything it initially appears to be: it's elegant and extravagant and perhaps a little bit ostentacious. It boasts two levels, the upper offering a bit more privacy than the lower, but neither is any less gorgeous than the other. The music is excellent, the food - the small bites that it offers, that is - is more so, and the drinks are free-flowing. For a price, of course.
EMPLOYEES: Sara Lance—Singer (part-time).
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The Courthouse / City of Sin District Attorneys Office, is an extremely recognizable government building, recently rebuilt. The CoS DA's Office is a wing within the Courthouse itself.
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THE GARDENS OF PLEASURE LOCATIONS—
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🧭 THE GARDENS OF PLEASURE, GLUTTONY
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The Nook, located an equal distance from the borders of the Tower District, Shantytown, and the Red Lantern District, is an arty cafe / lounge located, fitting, in a bit of a nook just below street level. A little hole-in-the-wall cafe and lounge, The Nook is probably open every hour of every day without fail. It's one of those places that people have come to rely upon for either their coffee, their spiked coffee, or their straight alcohol, as well as all sorts of delightful Asian fusion cuisine. Like many places in the Gardens, it focuses on one thing and does it really well - not surprisingly, it's almost never less than half-full. The interior is dim, and generally unsure if it would prefer to be a proper lounge or an actual cafe: the seats are all nicely upholstered leather in deep browns, backlit by a small line of bright lights hidden just behind the edge to give the place a light glow that did come from above, and the tables are all warm woods. Somehow, though, it manages to look put together, and acts as an upscale hang-out for the City's citizens. Additionally, they tend to hang local artists' work on the walls, always available for sale.
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The Alley Cat, located right near the corner where the Gardens meets Shantytown, is a very simple, middle-of-the-road bar with few exciting draws. The Alley Cat is a place for those who want to disappear into a crowd to go. It’s not the nicest place in the world, but neither is it exactly the worst. In fact, most people don’t even realise it’s there; however, it still manages to have plenty of regulars. It plays host to pool tables, darts, and plenty of table space for people to mingle and hang out, along with a long bar across the back of the room for those who prefer to sit alone.
EMPLOYEES: Clark Kent—Head bartender, bouncer.
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The Rising Sun, located on the border of the Red Lantern District, nearest to the Tower District, is a supernaturally-run tattoo parlour with a crisp, modern design and a very clean, welcoming atmosphere. Run by a demon - and obviously so - The Rising Sun is a very nice, well-kept shop that caters to the slightly strange side of the City. This is a place where your tastes will never be questioned, and any request will be filled, even those that may not be, strictly speaking, legal. Though no one talks about what goes on in the back rooms, everyone who leaves walks out happy, and often with a very beautiful tattoo.
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The Backyard Market, in the corner nearest the borders of the Tower District and Leisurebrook, is a classy farmer's market filled with locally grown vegetables, herbs, and fruit. Despite the City's tendency to import all manner of things from parts unknown, there is a small group of people who come together to sell all sorts of organic produce to those who might want it, with the addition of cheese, eggs, milk, or honey, among other things floating in as available. Prices run along the usual level for organic: pricey, but not overly so. It's a relatively organised affair, set up permanently in what used to be a parking lot. There's a market open every day from 6 am until noon offering the normal wares, and in the evenings from 5 pm until 8 pm. The evenings periodically boast wine tastings or pairing sessions at one or two of the booths.
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Spade Investigations is a Private Investigations business. Typical for the area building, the only exception would be the shingle mounted on the brick of the street facing wall. Once inside, it was fairly Spartan. There would be a desk with two chairs for potential clients, with another door leading to a small kitchenette containing a futon with a bathroom to the side. The latter area wouldn’t be privy to most that stopped by.
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A Little Bit of Home. It is boarding house where people with feel safe if they are housed in Shantytown, and more information is located here.
LEISUREBROOK LOCATIONS—
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🧭 LEISUREBROOK, SLOTH
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City of Sin General Hospital, bordering on the Tower, is a fairly large, modern-looking building with a mostly glass exterior. The City's main hospital sprawls out on the border between the Tower District and Leisurebrook. Perhaps unsurprisingly for the City, medical care varies greatly depending on your ability to pay for it; the prosperous are housed in comfortable private rooms, while those of lesser means crowd into understaffed wards. Still, the medical staff are professional and efficient, if overworked, and they have the skills to save your life - if you can afford it. If not...maybe an arrangement can be reached. The hospital also features waiting rooms of various sorts, small recreation areas for patients, a cafeteria with varying qualities of hospital food (it's not that great), and, of course, a little shop.
EMPLOYEES: Sara Lance—Lab technician.
Claire Bennet—Medical Assistant.
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Leisurebook, in a roughly central location, slightly nearer to the border of Finance Street, is a quaint, two-story bookstore with a faded yellow shopfront. It looks like it was squeezed between a matching pair of sandy stone walls that belong to the shops and buildings beside it. On the second level, there's a door that opens up onto an iron wrought balcony, decorated with a few small chairs; it's shaded by a delicate canopy that adds to the quaint, faded yellow storefront. There's a bright blue sign reading Leisurebook in shiny cursive lettering. On the ground floor, French windows show at a glance that what the store lacks in width, it has in length. Dark mahogany bookshelves line 90% of the walls, all filled with a wide variety of assorted genres of books; a metal spiral staircase in the back right corner of the shop leads up to the second level, equally filled. The other 10% of the visible walls is occupied by a countertop and register, but even behind that sits a glass case with the store's first editions neatly set on display.
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The Steam Room, located centrally on the water's edge, is an adorable seaside cafe with slightly obnoxious decorations that veer towards a grandmother's cottage. The Steam Room is a popular hangout for the young citizens of the City. It's got gorgeous views, waitresses who seem to enjoy their job, and the best waffles around. It might be a small, quaint little place, with one too many floral curtains for any one place, but the food's excellent and the decor is easily ignored.
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Liam's, on property overlooking the water, is a cafe/bar. There's a nautical theme! Seriously, overloaded on the ship-related stuff here. The menu consists entirely of food that would have been eaten by sailors (don't worry, there's still fresh food and vegetables and stuff), and the employees all have job titles akin to the titles they would have on a ship's crew: the owner/proprietor is the Captain the assistant manager is the first mate, whoever assists with the ordering/books is the quartermaster, etc. The decor inside is entirely nautical themed as well, with porthole windows, anchors on the wall, pictures of ships and the sea, etc. Inside his office is a painting of a ship that viewers could swear is named the Jolly Roger, except that can't be because that's not a real ship. There's a sign hanging above the door that simply is painted wood, white letters on a black background: Liam's, with a painted anchor. The bar itself looks like the hull of a ship. There's a brick patio outside, with a few round tables, which will provide an excellent view of the sea when the weather is good.
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OHM, an industrially-themed club with a focus on showcasing local talent. The building is a blend of styles, prominently featuring an industrial vibe combined with accents of unfinished exposed brick, open ceilings and concrete floors. On the main wall opposing the main entrance, spanning nine feet of wall space, it's impossible to miss the artwork featured there, courtesy of Devi D. Factory windows line the left side, floor to ceiling while the right is split into two levels. Below is the main bar where anyone can order just about any drink they please. Up above is the VIP area, where those on a pre-selected list can enjoy a bit of a quieter atmosphere. Up here, there's another artwork courtesy of Devi, along with numerous comfortable couches and another bar. Down in the basement, there's a recording studio.
EMPLOYEES: Devi D—Owner and manager.
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The Fairfield Inn, right near the border with the Finance District, is a quaint little bed and breakfast that grew bigger and became a small inn, run by an adorable older couple who are now tending to the property in their retirement.
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Thelxinoê Cinemas, edging towards the Tower, is a movie theatre. Thelxinoê Cinemas is a large, striking building that harkens back to days of old. It is the premiere movie watching location in the City, and it looks it. Outside it is all pale stone with a cream and red marquee that lights up brilliantly once the sun sets. The movies are a mix of modern and classic, although the movie theater does have an appreciation for the spooky, and period pieces. And they will never play anything Christmas-y. (Yes they play at least some Halloween-appropriate movies year round.) INSIDE it is all beautiful art deco. And of course there’s concessions to go with their movies. Candy and soda, as well as a variety of flavours of popcorn, not just plain buttered. And alcohol.
SHANTYTOWN LOCATIONS—
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🧭 SHANTYTOWN, ENVY
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Current Affairs is a Laboratory/Repair shop for various tech devices. While the Rooks had territory in Shantytown, one of the warehouses was allocated to Ral for him to have room to collect broken/malfunctioning tech from across the city to tinker with, and build on. Since this stuff ain't free, he's also grudgingly taking work for repairing various technological items that people bring in, or doing custom upgrades for people who bring him the materials.
code credit & modified slightly by sinfulmods
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