Finalizing Arcane Crossroads
1. The Final Month of Construction on Arcane Crossroads
The last month on Staros was a whirlwind of activity. As the sun rose each day, magical workers of all kinds—goblins, wizards, house-elves, and other magical creatures—busied themselves with finishing the grand city of Arcane Crossroads. The streets were paved with enchanted stones that shimmered softly underfoot, reflecting the magical energy flowing beneath the city. Buildings reached skyward, their spires glinting in the light, while magical banners unfurled above shop doors and homes.
Government Buildings: Ready for Leadership
The Ministry Building was now complete, with its various departments, including Transportation, Interspecies Cooperation, and Dangerous Research, all ready to begin their work. Wizards and magical creatures alike moved into their offices, enchanted parchments and scrolls filling desks as they prepared to govern this new world.
The Council Building was finished, with courtrooms equipped with magical wards to ensure truth and justice during trials. The Artifact Misuse Office was already in full swing, ensuring the safe handling of magical objects found in this new land.
Judicar's Spire, with its gleaming white and gold architecture, now stood tall, ready to house the Wizengamot for their future sessions of lawmaking and judgment. Statues of past leaders were placed in alcoves, watching over the new generation of lawmakers.
Arcane Lotus Trading House
Harry watched proudly as the grand doors of the Arcane Lotus Trading House opened for the first time. Magical auctioneers and traders set up their displays, and soon, the first items from Astaria would be bought and sold by magical beings across the continents. The auction house's intricate design, with its floating platforms and anti-theft wards, dazzled everyone who visited.
City Square and Public Spaces
The City Square was vibrant, with fountains and statues depicting the six guardians of Astaria, their forms carved in gleaming stone. The walkways were lined with benches, picnic tables, and enchanted lamps that lit the paths at night. Magical flowers bloomed year-round, thanks to subtle enchantments woven into the soil.
In the evenings, Harry, Luna, Neville, and the others often gathered there, taking in the beauty of what they had created—a city that symbolized unity, magic, and the promise of a new world.
2. Hearth Sanctum: A Village of Healing
On the outskirts of Arcane Crossroads, a smaller village had been completed: Hearth Sanctum, the home of the Aurora Sanctum Hospital and Enchanted Haven Hot Springs Resort. The air was filled with the calming scent of herbs, and the magic of the land seemed to pulse through the waters of the hot springs.
The Aurora Sanctum Hospital was now fully operational, its Healing Wings and Specialist Wards ready to treat patients from all over Astaria. The Phoenix Rebirth Spa and Crystal Cavern Therapy Rooms had quickly become popular among those seeking healing and rejuvenation.
The Enchanted Haven Hot Springs Resort offered a peaceful retreat for those looking to relax and restore their magical energies. Each pool, filled with waters enchanted with natural healing properties, glowed softly under the moonlight, making the resort a favorite destination for those in need of both physical and magical healing.
3. The First Meeting in Wizengamot Hall
The morning of the first of the new month was a bright and auspicious day. It marked the third official gathering of the leaders, but it would be the first meeting held in the grand chambers of Wizengamot Hall. Leaders from all the continents arrived at Arcane Crossroads, many staying in their newly completed manors or the guest wings of the Council Building.
As they entered the Judicar's Spire, the leaders were struck by the majesty of the hall. The ceiling was enchanted to reflect the sky outside, so as the meeting began, sunlight poured through the illusion, casting a soft glow over the room. Each leader took their seat at the circular table, their medallions gleaming.
At the head of the table, Harry stood. "Welcome to our new home. Arcane Crossroads is complete, and now we can turn our attention to the next steps in building our world together."
4. Discussing Transportation
The first topic was magical transportation between the continents. Everyone knew that traveling across Astaria would need to be efficient, reliable, and, most importantly, magical.
Teleportation Hub: The leaders agreed that the teleportation hub would be housed in Arcane Crossroads, with branches in major cities on each continent. These would allow for instant travel through portals or enchanted transportation networks.
Portkey Stations: In addition to teleportation hubs, portkey stations would be placed strategically throughout each continent. Each portkey would be regulated to prevent accidents, and magical creatures could receive special permits for portkey use.
The goblins offered their expertise in runic transportation magic, suggesting they build transportation hubs that used ley line-powered portals for instantaneous travel across great distances.
5. Planning the Dawn to Dusk Academy of Magic
Next, Harry presented his proposal for the Dawn to Dusk Academy of Magic, the first magical school of Astaria. He spread out a detailed map, showing the location he had chosen for the academy—a coastal region surrounded by ancient forests.
House System: Harry described the six magical houses, each named after a guardian of Astaria. The leaders were intrigued by the balance between light and darkness, and the way the school would foster harmony between the different magical creatures.
Classes and Clubs: The leaders suggested adding unique courses and clubs that would cater to their communities. Ideas included courses on interspecies cooperation, elemental magic, and creature care, with clubs focusing on magical sports, alchemy, and dueling.
Magical Transportation to the School: The leaders agreed that the teleportation network and magical trains would allow students from all across Astaria to attend the academy without issue.
6. Hearth Sanctum's Role in the Magical World
After the discussion on the academy, they turned to Hearth Sanctum. Harry explained how the village would be dedicated to healing and rejuvenation, with both the Aurora Sanctum Hospital and Enchanted Haven Hot Springs playing key roles.
Healing Magic: The hospital would focus on both physical and magical ailments, with new methods being developed using the land's unique magical qualities. Harry also suggested that healers from across the world come to Hearth Sanctum to train and share knowledge.
Expanding the Hot Springs: Some leaders proposed expanding the Enchanted Haven Hot Springs to include special facilities for magical creatures, ensuring that everyone—regardless of magical species—could benefit from its healing waters.
7. New Laws and Final Notes
As the meeting drew to a close, the leaders discussed a few more laws that needed to be established. These included laws about magical creature rights, the regulation of dangerous magic, and how to handle disputes between continents. The Wizengamot Hall was now fully operational, and it was clear that this council would play a vital role in maintaining peace and justice in Astaria.
At the end of the meeting, Ramon, the scribe, made enchanted copies of the meeting notes, ensuring that each leader would leave with a clear record of what had been discussed and agreed upon.
As the leaders dispersed, Harry lingered in the Judicar's Spire, looking out over the city they had built. Arcane Crossroads was finished, and the magical community was finally settling into its new home. There was still much to do, but the foundations were strong.