Newfaire

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Newfaire

Type	City
Government	Democracy
Location	Northern end of Noma, Osugbo
Inhabiting Race	Human

The city of Newfaire, located in the Northern end of Noma on the continent of Osugbo.

About

Newfaire is a sprawling metropolitan center in the northern reaches of Noma and the nation’s second largest city. Though overshadowed in political authority by Blackspire, the federal capital to the south, Newfaire has long nurtured a lively rivalry with it, contrasting Blackspire’s stern industrial tradition with its own culture of innovation and civic energy. The populace is overwhelmingly human, and encounters with non-human species are almost unheard of, a consequence of the Fracturing of the Weave that pushed the extraordinary out of daily life and left magick remembered only as folklore. The rare stories that surface are treated as urban legends and quickly dismissed as hoaxes, further reinforcing the belief that the age of the arcane has long since passed. Though the movement of Spiritualism taking root in the city would suggest otherwise.

Despite its bustling streets and growing districts, Newfaire has begun to sense the first signs of a shifting age. Beneath the familiar rhythms of urban life lies a subtle unease, a feeling that the certainty of the last century is beginning to thin. As the capital of the Fairelands, the city wields significant regional influence, yet its relationship with Noma’s federal institutions remains distant. Communication flows through a secure telegraph network that most citizens never encounter, reinforcing the sense that decisions guiding their lives are shaped far from Newfaire’s crowded avenues and marketplaces.

In the glow of its streetlamps and the rumble of its rail lines, Newfaire stands poised between the comfort of the mundane and the quiet suspicion that something long suppressed may be stirring again.

History

In the aftermath of the Great No Man’s War of 27 CR, a delicate balance of faith, law and order holds the Fairelands together beneath the watchful eyes of The Primacy, Noma’s Central Government; its presence felt more in decree than in flesh,The Ascendancy, the religion of this area and the Periphery, a militant police force.

Now, in 37 CR, strange happenings have begun to take hold in Newfaire’s streets, the Scarlet Woods, and the Bridleborn mountains surrounding. A realm, completely cut off from all others and having nearly forgotten what dangers they hold, finds itself on the threshold of another plane, The Flare. The Flare has found itself brushing against Newfaire as the boundaries thin, releasing the aberrant and eldritch horrors that those who now occupy the city have long forgotten.

Government

Following entry in the CR era, Newfaire follows the broader provincial model of Noma, where each province is governed by an elected Premier who serves as the highest civil authority. The Premier is chosen directly by the people of the province every five years and may serve no more than two terms in a lifetime. As one of the twelve Premiers who make up the Noman Assembly, Newfaire’s Premier plays an active role in national governance and participates in the closed special session held every five years to elect the Prime Minister, a responsibility overseen by the Grand Magistrate.

The Premier governs through a framework known as the Triumvirate, which consists of the Primacy, the Ascendancy, and the Periphery. The Primacy oversees political administration and the operation of civic institutions. The Ascendancy guides spiritual and ceremonial matters and is centered on the worship of the traditional triad of deities known as the Father, the Mother, and the Child. The Periphery manages public order, policing, and law enforcement. Although these branches share responsibility across different facets of governance, the Premier maintains final authority over provincial affairs.

Supporting the Premier is the Chamber, a body composed of Chamberlains elected from each district of Newfaire. Chamberlains also serve five-year terms, following the same electoral cycle as the Premier and the Prime Minister. After each election, the Chamberlains convene to choose one among them to serve as the Prefect of the Chamber, who represents the entire city before the Premier. The Prefect functions as Newfaire’s civic leader in practice, fulfilling a role similar to a mayor and conveying the collective concerns of the city’s districts. The Chamber manages daily administration, coordinates regional governance, and ensures that Newfaire’s operations remain consistent with national expectations.

Judicial System

Newfaire’s courts are set up in a way that gives each district room to manage its own legal needs while still tying the entire province together under a single, consistent system. At the local level, each district has its own District Court, led by publicly elected judges who handle everything from routine civil disputes to smaller criminal cases. These courts are often the first point of contact for residents, and they help keep justice close to the communities they serve.

More serious cases, as well as appeals from the district level, are handled by the Fairelands Superior Court, which serves as the highest provincial court. Superior Court judges are elected across the entire province and serve five-year terms. Their rulings shape how the law is interpreted throughout Newfaire and the rest of the Fairelands, giving the court a great deal of influence over everyday life. Although the Superior Court technically falls under the broad oversight of the Primacy, it operates independently and is viewed as one of the most stable and respected institutions in the province.

Each district also elects its own District Attorney, who leads a team of Assistant District Attorneys responsible for prosecuting crimes. The DA’s offices work closely with the Periphery during investigations and decide how cases will be charged and brought forward. Because every district has its own legal team, the city is able to respond directly to local issues while still following the same provincial laws and procedures.

Taken together, the District Courts, the Superior Court, and the network of DA offices create a system that is both responsive and cohesive. It gives Newfaire’s residents a meaningful role in choosing the people who interpret and enforce the law, while still maintaining the consistency expected in a major provincial capital.

Notable Publications

 The Civil Tribune

The Civil Tribune is the largest paper in the city and widely seen as the unofficial propaganda arm of the Primacy. Its long history gives it easy access to politicians who are more than willing to pay for favorable coverage, and the paper rarely turns them down. Because of its loose relationship with the truth, few outside Noma consider the Civil Tribune a reliable source for news about Nomann affairs.

The Halen Star

The most notable progressive paper with enough money and establishment support to feasibly compete with the Civil Tribune. This paper is known for its wide array of international journalists, and is often at odds with the Periphery. This paper is the most likely to report on any magickal phenomena with any degree of truth. Local investigative reporters include one, Elizabeth Nightshade.

The South Soffit Defender

The South Soffit Defender is a respected progressive paper known for its commitment to straightforward reporting and its focus on the concerns of the working class. Although it lacks the resources of the city’s larger publications, it has a loyal readership in the Soffit and the Sidle, where its coverage of labor issues and everyday life resonates most strongly. The paper is also remembered for the tragic loss of several staff members in 37 CR, including its editor in chief, Ruth Calder, whose death remains an important part of its identity. Despite these hardships, the South Soffit Defender continues to serve as a steady, honest voice for the people it represents.