The Clay Guardhouse is located in the Four Merchants district, on the terrace of the Hand That Crafts in Laelith. Its imposing, military-looking structure is built from local stone covered in clay, hence its name. The guard house maintains its vigilance on this prosperous district to ensure the safety of all the artisans and merchants who work and live here.

Inside, the organization of this guard post is similar to that of the Pearl, the main guard post of the adjacent Mist terrace.

The ground floor is divided into several areas: the reception room, the tax-collection room, the kitchen, and the guardroom. The guards on duty are always present, ready to intervene if needed. There is also a collective cell for common delinquents at this level.

The upper floors house the armory, the provisions, the collectors' office, and the weapons room where the guards train. There is also an infirmary and a “luxury” cell for situations that require it.

The Clay Guardhouse is equipped with a sophisticated alarm system, including a semaphore and a balloon release, to signal a serious and imminent danger. Indeed, despite its location in a prosperous district, the post is not free from risks. The wealthy merchants often attract unsavory characters, necessitating constant vigilance from the guards.

In summary, the Clay Guardhouse is a bastion of security and order at the heart of the bustling The Hand That Crafts, tirelessly watching over the Four Merchants and their precious shops.

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