GARREG MACH MONASTERY:

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Location: Central Fódlan (amidst mountains)

About Fódlan: Fódlan is a continent located just off of Oceania. It is unknown to those who do not live in it. Its recorded history begins 41 years prior to the founding of the Adrestian empire. The Adrestian empire is one of the four existing countries of Fódlan. The others are: The holy kingdom of Faerghus (situated north of Fódlan, ruled by a monarch (it’s capital city is called Fhirdad)), the Leicester alliance in the east of Fódlan, and the Oghma Mountains - where Garreg Mach Monastery is located. The Oghma mountains are territory of the church of Seiros. Fódlan have a unique calendar.

Fódlan calendar (as below): Great Tree Moon (Otherwise known as April): Beginning of the new year and spring; people pray to realize their potential. Holidays and celebrations on this month include: Adrestian Empire Founding Day (1st). Harpstring Moon (otherwise known as May): Spring planting begins; saints are honored through joyful music-making. Holidays and celebrations on this month include: Saint Macuil Day (21st) Garland Moon (otherwise known as June): Rainy season begins; women weave white rose garlands as gifts for friends or lovers. Holidays and celebrations on this month include: None. Blue Sea Moon (otherwise known as July): The Blue Sea Star returns; the Goddess's rebirth is celebrated. Holidays and celebrations on this month include: Saint Cethleann Day (12th) Verdant Rain Moon (otherwise known as August): Frequent rains punctuated by rainbows; a reminder of nature's wildness. Holidays and celebrations on this month include: None. Horsebow Moon (otherwise known as September): Fall harvest begins; men hunt for game with horsebows. Holidays and celebrations on this month include: Leicester Alliance Founding Day (8th). Wyvern Moon (otherwise known as October): Wyverns flock south for the winter; people gather firewood and catch fish. Holidays and celebrations on this month include: Halloween (31st) Red Wolf Moon (otherwise known as November) Winter begins; hunters guard against prowling wolf packs at dusk. Holidays and celebrations on this month include: Holy Kingdom of Faerghus Founding Day (21st) Ethereal Moon (otherwise known as December): The Blue Sea Star departs; from the heavens, the Goddess prays for peace. Holidays and celebrations on this month include: Garreg Mach Establishment Day (25th) Saint Cichol Day (27th) Guardian Moon (otherwise known as January): Strong winds blow; the guardian Seiros first appeared during this moon. Holidays and celebrations on this month include: Saint Seiros Day (11th) Pegasus Moon (otherwise known as February): Cold winds and heavy snows; winter's beauty hides treacherous conditions. Holidays and celebrations on this day include: Valentine’s Day (14th) Lone Moon (otherwise known as March): End of the year and winter; time to reflect on partings and acquaintances. Holidays and celebrations on this month include: Saint Indech Day (2nd) [END OF CALENDAR - LOOP BACK TO GREAT TREE MOON AND REPEAT]

The five saints are: Saint Seiros, Saint Indech, Saint Maculi, Saint Cichol and Saint Cethleann.

There are two separate entities that hold headquarters in Garreg Mach Monastery. These are: the Officers Academy and the Church of Seiros. Additionally, there are the Knights of Seiros (who are not a separate entity as they are directly associated with the church of Seiros (who is its own entity)).

Officers Academy: Taking headquarters in Garreg Mach Monastery, it is a prestigious academy that teaches students the ways of weapons, magic and special skills. The royalty and nobility of the three Fódlan countries are usually sent to Garreg Mach Monastery to study under the Officers Academy. Typically, the students, depending on where they are from, are organised into three houses: the Black Eagles (for those from the Adrestian Empire), the Blue Lions (for those from the holy kingdom of Faerghus), and the Golden Deer (for those from the Leicester alliance). Typically, students from foreign lands (not from anywhere in Fódlan) can end up facing discrimination. The ratio for nobility and commoner at the officers academy is moreso leaning towards more nobility attending due to the hefty fee of enrolling. Each house is personally taught by a different professor and they compete in various tournaments at their time at the monastery (and officers academy). These competitions include: House Rivalry Battle - A relaxed mock battle between the houses on the outskirts of Garreg Mach. Held at the end of the Great Tree Moon (First month of the academic year). White Heron Cup - An annual event where a student from each house competes in a dancing contest. The winning student gains certification for the Dancer class (Ninth month of the academic year). Battle of the Eagle and Lion - A stricter mock battle between the houses at Gronder Field. Held at the end of the Wyvern Moon (Seventh month of the academic year). Church of Seiros: The greatest religious power of Fódlan, the Church is split into various regional branches across the continent - The Central Church: The major power, overseen by the archbishop. Several times it has been forced to act out against the other branches to bring them in line with what they consider the correct worship. The Eastern Church: Operating within the Leicester Alliance, it's the weakest branch and doesn't hold much in the way of an official military force, relying on the Central Church in such matters. The Western Church: Operating within the Holy Kingdom, it possesses a sizable military force of its own and in the present day starts a small-scale civil war with the Central Church over proper worship of the goddess, among other issues. The south church had been disbanded, unfortunately. The founder of the church of Seiros was actually Seiros herself. And she is still alive as the archbishop of the church under the new name of Rhea.

Knights of Seiros: The Knights of Seiros are an order of knights within the Church of Seiros. Like the Church itself, the knights are headquartered in Garreg Mach Monastery in central Fódlan. Within the order are distinguishing ranks. These are: Squires, who train to become knights, then the Knights, who serve as the organization core forces, and finally; the Holy Knights, the best warriors of the order, who can wield a Hero's Relic (e.g. Sword of the Creator (owned by Sothis (a goddess and the mother of Seiros/Rhea) used (currently) by Byleth)

Locations in Garreg Mach Monastery: First Floor: Marketplace - A market in front of the monastery, through which merchants come to exchange goods. Entrance Hall - The entrance of the monastery, which connects to the dining hall and other notable locations in Garreg Mach. Dining Hall - The dining hall is directly adjacent to the entrance hall, through which residents of the monastery regularly eat meals at any time. Greenhouse - A greenhouse through which plants for cooking and gifts are raised. Fishing Pond - A pond through which residents can fish utilizing bait. Fish from many locations in Fódlan are gathered here: sometimes, extremely rare fish can be caught, or at times large amounts of fish can be caught at once. Dormitory - A two-floor facility that functions as a residence for students of the Officers Academy. While the staff of the academy tries to reduce discrimination between nobles and commoners, such prejudice still exists, and as such, the nobles almost always take up the second floor while commoners are relegated to the first floor rooms. Byleth's personal quarters are located amongst the first floor rooms. Sauna - A building located between the dormitory and the training ground that functions as a relaxation facility, where residents can refresh in a steam room. Training Grounds - A place where knights and students alike come to hone their combat skills. Every month, a tournament is held where the winners can achieve both money and a prize as a result. Stables - Horses are raised here. Sometimes, students of the Officers Academy are assigned to group tasks involving taking care of the horses and pegasi here. Knights Hall - The Knights of Seiros gather and socialize in this hall. There are targets for practice as well as books and a lounge here. Graveyard - Behind the Knights' Hall is a graveyard where notable people who are now deceased are laid to rest. Cathedral - At the most rear point of the monastery, connected to the remainder of Garreg Mach via a bridge, is a cathedral where devout believers worship the goddess Sothis and the saints. Statues of the Five Saints are located here. Choir practice is held here. An advice box is also located here where students can ask for advice. Central Building - A three-story facility in the central part of Garreg Mach housing the offices of Church administrative staff and other facilities listed below: Reception Hall - On the first floor of the main building is the reception hall, where social events such as the annual Ball during the month of Ethereal Moon are held. Second Floor: The second floor is home to several different facilities, such as: Audience Chamber - This is where the archbishop Rhea often stands during her work. The professors of Garreg Mach regularly report here at the start of each month to obtain their missions. Advisory Room - The archbishop's advisor, Seteth, works here to speak with Rhea/Seiros. Seteth's Office - This room is Seteth's personal work space, where he can often be found while exploring the monastery. Captain's Quarters - A room where the captain of the Knights of Seiros resides. Jeralt once took residence here when he was with the Knights, and retook the room after returning. Crest Scholar's Office - An office where Professor Hanneman conducts his research on Crests. Infirmary - A facility run by Professor Manuela where the injured and the sick are taken care of. Library - Numerous books and historical texts are here for reading. It is also used as a study space for members of the Officers Academy. It is run by a librarian named Tomas. Cardinal's Room - The main room for the cardinals of the Church of Seiros. Sometime, it functions as a war council room. Goddess Tower - A tower near the cathedral where, if a couple make a wish together, it will come true. Third Floor: Archbishop's Room - The archbishop (Rhea/Seiros) takes residence in this room. Quick fact; Cyril can often be seen in here trying to keep the room organised. Star Terrace - A high balcony offering a view of the monastery.

Occupants of Garreg Mach Monastery (Format: [NAME] - [DESCRIPTION]):

Church of Seiros: Rhea - The incumbent Archbishop of the Church of Seiros, who exhibits a calm and kind demeanor, but fiercely opposes dissent from the church's teachings. Seteth - The Archbishop's right hand who is serious and stubborn with most, but dotes on his younger sister. Flayn - Younger sister of Seteth who, having lived a sheltered life, sometimes seems to lack common sense. Cyril - Orphaned boy from Almyra taken in by Rhea/Seiros who at the time was working as a cleaner at the monastery before becoming the archbishop of the church of Seiros. Currently, Cyril is the janitor of Garreg Mach, thus taking Rhea/Seiros’s old Job prior to becoming Archbishop. Tomas - Librarian of Garreg Mach who has had a lengthy tenure at the monastery. Aelfric Dahlman (Formerly) - A Cardinal of Garreg Mach Monastery who oversees Abyss and formed the Ashen Wolf House. Knights of Seiros. Jeralt Eisner (Formerly) - A renowned mercenary who was formerly a captain of the Knights of Seiros, and is the father of Byleth. Gilbert Pronislav - A former Kingdom knight who abandoned his service of the Kingdom due to his feeling of guilt over past events. Alois Rangeld - A Knight of Seiros who was well-acquainted with Jeralt in the past, who is friendly, trusting and upbeat. Catherine - Wielder of the Hero's Relic Thunderbrand who deeply reveres the Archbishop. Shamir Nevrand - A member of the Knights of Seiros and a sniper native of Dagda who's unusual among her peers in that she does not believe in the Church of Seiros's teachings. ———————————————————— Officers Academy Professors: Byleth Eisner - A stoic, capable professor and child of the former captain of the Knights of Seiros, Jeralt. Hanneman von Essar - A crest scholar and professor at the Officers Academy, who exhibits an enthusiatic passion for Crest research. Manuela Casagranda - A professor at the Officers Academy, who was formerly a songstress at the Mittelfrank Opera Company. Has a penchant for drinking and seeking romance. Jeritza von Hrym - An instructor at the Officers Academy, who specializes in weapons training. ———————————————————— Black Eagles: Edelgard von Hresvelg - Princess and heir apparent of the Adrestian Empire whose steadfast ambition is veiled by her elegant, self-confident demeanor. House leader of the Black Eagles. Hubert von Vestra - The son and heir of the current Marquis Vestra who has sworn complete fealty to Edelgard. Ferdinand von Aegir - The accomplished son and heir of the current Duke Aegir who works hard to live nobly. Linhardt von Hevring - The heir to House Hevring who has a hypersomniac tendency and prefers studying only his interests. Caspar von Bergliez - The second son of House Bergliez whose lack of inheritance motivates him to be an accomplished fighter. Bernadetta von Varley - The anxious daughter and heir of the current Count Varley, who staunchly avoids social interaction. Dorothea Arnault - A former songstress of the Mittelfrank Opera Company who appears flirtatious and outgoing. Petra Mcneary - The granddaughter of the king of Brigid who, despite her imperfect speech, gives her all in everything she does. ———————————————————— Blue Lions: Dimitri Alexandre Blaiddyd - Crown prince of the Holy Kingdom of Faerghus. Known for his chivalry, it seems a darkness may lurk beneath the surface. House leader of the Blue Lions. Dedue Molinaro - A survivor of the tribe that inhabited the Duscur Region who swore loyalty to Dimitri after being saved by the prince during the pogroms following the Tragedy. Felix Hugo Fraldarius- The heir to House Fraldarius who lost his brother in the Tragedy of Duscur. Ashe Ubert - The adoptive son of Lord Lonato who loves reading stories about chivalry. Sylvain Jose Gautier - The heir to House Gautier, despite being the younger son. He possesses a flirtatious attitude to women. Mercedes von Martritz - The adopted daughter of a merchant family with a gentle, easygoing personality. Annette Fantine Dominic - The daughter of Gustave and niece of the current Baron Dominic who is ever the good student, but can sometimes overdo it. Ingrid Brandl Galatea - The heir to House Galatea who lost her fiancé in the Tragedy of Duscur. ———————————————————— Golden Deer (Third house (officer’s academy)): Claude von Riegan - Heir to House Riegan, the leading house of the Leicester Alliance. Employs both an easygoing attitude and an effortless skill for scheming. House leader of the Golden Deer. Lorenz Hellman Gloucester - Heir to House Gloucester, who often touts his status, but is also devoted to his responsibilities as a noble. Raphael Kirsten - Son of a merchant family, who displays an easygoing attitude and a liking for bodybuilding and eating. Ignatz Victor - Son of a merchant family, who prefers his personal interests in painting over his family's wishes of his becoming a knight. Lysithea von Ordelia - The determined daughter and heir of the current Count Ordelia who hates being treated like a child. Marianne von Edmund - The adopted daughter of Margrave Edmund who came under her current, renowned adoptive father after losing both parents. Hilda Valentine Goneril - The daughter of House Goneril who has a lazy personality and a habit of manipulating people into doing things for her. Leonie Pinelli - Commoner girl from a hunting village, who is inspired by Jeralt. Has a blunt and competitive personality.