Travelogue: Duchy of Greystoke

East of Cymru is the Duchy of Greystoke, managed by His Grace, Chance Takashi.

The area is comprised largely of water, with a relatively narrow strip of land connecting it to Cymru to the west and Oxbridge Village to the north. As the Duke notes, the area "is currently under construction. Please feel free to explore, but we cannot be responsible for any harm that may befall you." (Of course, the sign has been there ever since I arrived in Caledon.)

The ironwork bridge provides a rail connection between Oxbridge Village and Caer Firnas.

An aerial vehicle of unique design lies earthbound in the duchy.

The small covered area affords a wonderful view of the spires of Oxbridge.

Numantia and Numantia Maris

Rounding out my tour of the western isles, adjoining the new Stella Maris, is Numantia and the new Numantia Maris, both owned by Miss Stonehedg Magic and Mr. Wordsmith Jarvinen.

Approaching from the sea, the stone lighthouse is the most striking feature on land.

The town itself has a high wall on two sides, providing protection from the sea...or invaders. At the center is a castle made of light-colored stone.

The terraced gardens provide a pathway from the castle toward the sea.

On the far side of the island is a small village.

Numantia Maris is a new section of the duchy, consisting of much water. The striking feature of this area is an airship mooring tower.

A grassy meadow grives way to this stone building.

The strange lands of the Caledonian West...

The Duchy of Caledon Stella Maris

The Duchy of Westmoreland has faded, but Stella Maris has appeared in its place. Established by Miss Patty Poppy and occupied by a Professor Wombat as well (though I have not had the pleasure of his acquaintance), this area is best approached by the sea or air, as it has no direct connection with the Caledon mainland.

As though celebrating the area's naval heritage, the manor house takes the form of a large ship embedded in the rocks.

Another flat surface - of which the area has few - contains this humble block structure.

Duchies for Sale

Recent months have seen a number of Caledon duchies change hands or be offered for sale. Miss Ilsa Munro just announced the sale of Loch Avie; Miss Diamanda Gustafson is shopping the Sound; Perenelle changed ownership from Dame Ordinal Malaprop to Miss Anna Darwinian and Mr. Ambiant Kukulkan to Miss Alana Steamweaver and Miss Kitsuko Pelazzi, all in a matter of months; and the changes in Rothesay have become the stuff of legend, with Miss Gabrielle Riel returning to the duchy (Carntaigh) she once sold.

Below two pictures: Loch Avie




Below two pictures: Carntaigh (in Rothesay)




Below: Perenelle


Below: the water-filled Sound


Is this a good time to be buying a duchy? Or a good time to be selling one?