Bert Verwaest

GRAND HALL - Part 2 of 3 [Arcane University]

Added 2024-12-28 05:31:16 +0000 UTC

It's almost the new year! Here's to part 2 of the university.

Just south of the library lies the entrance to the university, accessible only by small boats that ferry visitors to the secluded institute. Nestled beneath the looming shadow of the cliffside is a modest dock and boathouse, which serve as the gateway to the Grand Hall. Within the hall, students and faculty gather to enjoy elaborate meals under the warm glow of ornate chandeliers. At the head of the hall, the Headmaster presides from a grand table, delivering announcements about school policies and upcoming events.

The Grand Hall opens into a cozy sitting area, complete with plush seating and an overhead balcony that adds a touch of grandeur. Beyond a pair of double doors lies the bustling kitchen, where skilled chefs prepare a variety of dishes. Attached to the kitchen are a well-stocked pantry, a chilled cellar, and a servants’ quarters. Nearby, the ground floor also houses essential facilities, including toilets, a laundry room, and a storage room stacked with dusty crates.

Ascending the grand staircase leads to the balcony above, offering a bird’s-eye view of the sitting area below. The upper floor is home to several vital rooms: a small hospital wing where sick students are tended to, a closet stocked with healing salves and potions, a secondary storage room, and the bathing rooms, which feature private baths for students and staff.

The towering dormitory serves as a sanctuary for the students, with cozy rooms filled with sturdy bunk beds. At the heart of the dormitory lies a welcoming common room, furnished with soft couches, communal tables, and even a piano, fostering camaraderie and relaxation among the students.Patrons can access these maps right here: