Ishgard

Ishgard is the capital of the Kingdom of Ravaryn and the ancestral home of the royal Ylindar family. The city is surrounded by strong walls and green pastures, with the Crystal Stream running alongside it. The impregnatable royal castle is located in the centre. Deep within the palace lies a garden with a giant hollow tree. Within this facade stands a glowing tree: the tree of life. It is the source of life in the city and the reason Ishgard is not fazed by the cold weather. The heavily protected garden is not reachable to anyone except the royal family and the high priest. The tree of life is more of a myth to the citizens of Ishgard than it is a reality.