Oratia

Oratia is the capital city of Panterra.

Located in the western foothills, it is ideally located for both freshwater flow from the mountains, produce from the farmlands of Roto, and fish from the sea. Its temperatures are mild, but it can get cold and snow in the winter thanks to its position near the mountains.

Oratia consists of several districts, with quality of housing, construction and amenities varying wildly. Higher quality buildings in Oratia, such as the Capitol building, tend to be made from the white stone mined from the mountains to the city's east. Marble is also popular in interiors.

Like most cities, Oratia comes with its pros and cons. The crime rate is higher than in smaller towns, but goods and services tend to be more affordable.

The grand chancellor of Oratia - the most powerful position in Panterra - is Tobias Maxwell. He resides in the Capitol building where cabinet meetings (meetings between the Chancellor and the cabinet ministers) occur and the government does any work involving a) Oratia, or b) countrywide issues. Occasionally those in lower positions such as governors or mayors of individual districts or towns will visit the Capitol building when an issue requires their input, or is simply of importance to them or their constituents.