Ytrivae

Ytrivae (Tilennan: ; : Itrive ) is a in Central Tilenno, located in the region of Gantes. With a population of almost 4 million in 2018, it is the third most populous city-state within the federation. it is home to the fourth largest metropolitan area, which is called slightly different, namely Ytriva. The city-state surrounds the mouth of the Mesères river and is often divided up between the East and West side of the river. Off the coast some small islands lie in the lake of Gantes that belong to Ytrivae. The region borders Kertae and Limenae in the west, Mesères and Vange-Leronde in the north, Ashae and Kaesami in the east and the lake of Gantes in the south.

The name of the city-state comes from the city of Ytriva, the largest metropolitan area in Ytrivae and Gantes, of which it is the capital, and fourth largest in Tilenno, which itself derived its name from the Tilennan word for to search or research (ítrimachaerí) and the suffix for place (vaera), either referring to the migration out of Teruko towards Ytriva or to the fact that the city of Ytriva was a place of intellect and wisdom. Other notable municipalities in Ytrivae are Teruko-Kítrae further upstream from Ytriva, Lausares, near the western mountains and Kabes Eijo located on a peninsula in the east. The region is also sometimes reffered to as the first city-state as it was home to the kingdom of Teruko in ancient Tilenno.

Ytrivae is known for being one of the more open-minded cities within Tilenno and for its alternative atmosphere. Some notable sites within the city-state are the Ruins of Teruko, the Temple of Kòre, Geraeko University, Leta Nihones, Kabes Eijo Cliff and Luma Star Path. The city-state also features many cultural activities like museums, hotels, sport venues and more.

Ancient History
The city-state of Ytrivae was home to the capital of the oldest civilization within Tilenno, namely the Terukian Kingdom who firat showed up around 2800 BCE and ruled the Tilennan world between 2000 BCE and 1200 BCE after they came out victorious in the legendary Pan-Gantian War. The modern-day city of Teruko-Kítrae derived its name from this ancient kingdom. The ruins are located north of the city. In 1200 BCE the Terukian Kingdom fell and the city was abandoned for unknown reason. The inhabitants migrated downstream and founded the city of Ytriva with as first leader Serijes Màrautes.

During the Sailing Age, Ytrivae was one of the major proponents of the Làmosa-Gantian axis against the dominance of Glikaero on the trading routes between the two regions. Eventually they came out victorious. As Ytrivae was one of the most fertile areas of Tilenno they were happy staying put while the islanders explored far-out lands. During the age of the 3 Dynasties Ytriva was the capital of the Mento Dynasty who came out victorious after the second War of Hummingbirds, but not being capable of unifying the regions, a new war quickly arose. This shift in balance between the dynasties caused a societal collapse and left the dynasties weak.

During the colonial age large wars were fought between the Vallisian armies and the Tilennan armies for the area between Ytriva and Mesèra. Eventually it came to a standstill between the two armies and the border of split Tilenno was marked between the two cities, cutting them off from each other. Later during the Tilennan Christian Genocide, Ytrivae was a major player in the eradication of the Christians. They also attempted to incorporate lower Mesères back into their domain, but this idea eventually was abandoned.

Modern History
During the Civil War of Tilenno, Ytrivae was fully on the side of the Royalists and the preservation of the old regime. It was one of the major forces that was able to subdue to state of Umia. Afterwards they launched a major fleet together with the other Gantian states and Hireno towards Glikaero, which would eventually win the war.

Nowadays Ytrivae is one of the most progressive and open-minded cities within the federation, a stark contrast with their conservative past. As the region holds the capital of Gantes they hold great influence within Tilenno. Ytrivae is the only state in the federation that at least acknowledges the existence of different sexual orientations.

Geography
Geographically Ytrivae is centered around the mouth of the Mesères river, the largest river in Tilenno, with its two largest cities, Ytriva and Teruko-Kítrae being located there. The river valley is one of the most agriculturally productive areas in Tilenno, although rising urbinasation has reduced the space available for agriculture significantly.

The western part of the region is fairly mountainous with the highest point in South-Tilenno and 3rd highest point overall, Leta Nihones at 5243 m, being located on the tripoint between Ytrivae, Mesères and Vange-Leronde. Leta Nihones is often seen as the start of the larger Odeitan Mountain Range. The mountain has played an important part in Ytrivan folklore and mythology. Most of the western border with Limenae is mountainous. even so the Rives Tunnel crosses this border easily into the state of Limenae.

Most other cities are located along the western entrance of the lake of Gantes. In the south lies the Eijo Peninsula, home to the city of Kabes Eijo. Further off the coast also lie multiple smaller uninhabited islands that serve as nature reserves.

Population
Ytrivae has significantly increased in population over the past century. There were 2 major drops in population from around the time of the Civil War and the Osorra-Tilenno War.

Municipalities


Ytrivae consists of 17 municipalities of which Ytriva is the largest at more than 2 million inhabitants, about 55% of the total population. It is followed by Teruko-Kítrae at 533 thousand and Lausares at 227 thousand. Kabes Eijo and Reicha Beruso are the only other municipalities with over 100 thousand inhabitants. All other municipalities are smaller.

Ytriva
Ytriva is the biggest city in Ytrivae and the whole region of Gantes. This made it the capital of the Gantes region as well. It is often seen as the most open-minded city in Tilenno. Ytriva is also heralded as the safest city in Tilenno. Many progressive marches are also held in Ytriva.

Teruko-Kítrae
Teruko-Kitrae lies just north of Ytriva and is connected to it via continuos urban area. The two cities are often seen as one larger metropolis, which would make it the third largest metropolitan area in Tilenno, surpassing Saint-Martin. Culturally Teruko-Kítrae is very similar to Ytriva, although a bit more conservative. The famous ruins of Teruko lie in the north of this municipality.

Lausares
Lausares is located in the mountainous west. The views from the city are stunning and building are often built on sloped giving it a very particular look. Lausares is in particular famous for its deer meat production as it is one of the best in Tilenno, although production is limited driving up prices significantly.