The Moebius Cosmopolitan #1

Moebius is a big place!

From the Proustian empire to the isles of Merriloc there is much to see and do.This Gazette proposes to bring you a taste of the world without leaving the comfort and security of your keep. Our staff scours the known world to bring you the history, culture and latest happenings so that you won't have to be embarrassed at your lack of knowledge when you are at the latest ball or gladitorial event. So sit back with a nice pint of Bitter Halfling Ale™ or a pipe of the finest elven dreamweed and remember "Here there be dragons"™

The first locale we will visit is the mighty yet charming Proustian Empire.

The Proustian Empire was formed in the year 3291 after a century long battle for land between the humans that started arriving by ship in 3172 and the indigenous Dwarven Population known as the Callak Morg or simply "The People" This bloody conflict inflicted massive casualties on both sides. The humans had the advantage as far as Arcane power, but the
Callak Morg where masters of the Automata; Giant Iron Warriors, needless to say there were many spectacular battles however the war had been at a stalemate for 50 years before the intervention of Illiandrelaa the beautiful Elven queen of the Eyther'tythilar in the year 3288.
The Humans and the Callak Morg joined together with the People of the Eyther'tythilar serving as advisors and adjudicators to form the greatest, most powerful culture to every grace Moebius: The Proustian Empire; named after Bog Proust's farm where the treaty was signed.

The Proustian Empire of today is a rich melting pot of culture. It is known for it's unique foods, beautiful forests and massive cities. Proustians are known for their industry, love and support of the arts and the quality of metalwork that is produced in it's tireless forges. The Proustian Empire is also the proud home of Bitter Halfling Ale™ as well as other regional wines and ales.
The Capital of the Proustian Empire is Mekagrakenheim where the affairs of state are conducted by the beautiful and fair Empress Josephine Proust who is advised by a congress that represents the interests of all those that call the proud Proustian Empire home.

Food: Travellers to the Proustian Empire have a wide varieties of dishes to satisfy every palatte
A staff favorite is Grubenmokshor, a delicate blend of shaved beef in a red wine sauce served over thick dumplings garnished with a spicy blend of local herbs. We recommend it be accompanied by a refreshing pint of Bitter Halfling Ale™ The best Grubenmokshor can be found at the Minotaur's Maiden, a fine eating house in the theatre districk of Mekagrakenheim.

Culture: The Proustian Empire has always been known as a trendsetter in the world of Art and Entertainment. Whether your delight is seeing a traditional Proustian Drama put on by the golden apple theater company or taking in an avant garde production by the spinning banshee performance collective there is something to be found for every taste. Is your fancy tickled by more musical endeavors? The Proustian Empire is known for it's pop stars, you would have to be a zombie to not get swept up in the rhythm and excitement of such stars as Elf Fever! or Angel X

Places not to miss: If you are planning a trip to Mekagrakenheim, then we recomend taking a tour of the Imperial Palace, make sure you devote a day to it, because there is alot to see; a lunch of traditional Proustian fare is provided for a small fee. For the more academic minded the Catacombs of erudition is the largest library in the known world, it sits adjacent to Harkamor University and is open around the clock, remember silence is golden! For a glimpse of nature in the heart of the city we recommend the Eyther'tythilar gardens, gathering exotic plants from all over Moebius there is nowhere else like them!

This concludes the first issue of the Moebius Cosmopolitan. We hope you have enjoyed this trip through the Proustian Empire and remember "You can drink like a king with Bitter Halfing"™