PaxOku, Tokuno, Chesapeake (PaxLair Times) – August 1, 2011 – by Ashlynn and Tatania Karthina – Hopefully the first in a series of articles that look at the settlements which make up the Statehood, we begin with PaxOku, City of Culture and Enlightenment. The town is something of a hub within the Alliance – a place where meetings are held and people gather. That all alliance townships have teleporters which lead to the PaxOku Tea House is something which as contributed to this.
The town is located on Homare Jima in the lands of Tokuno. A moongate to the island is located just beside a road that has come to be known as Monk’s Crossing and following the road in a north-easterly direction will bring you to the settlement. PaxOku also neighbours the town of Kijustsu Anei which lies immediately south west of it, also along the road.
Unfortunately I was not present at the time of the town’s founding but the current mayor of the town, Lady Tatania Karthina, has given me a concise summary of the history of PaxOku just for this article. Hopefully those who are not as familiar with the town’s history will find it enlightening.
The Town of PaxOku
PaxOku was established on November 3, 2003 as a PaxLair outpost and the city was named on June 20, 2004. by Minister of Knowledge, Neo Lothlore. The name PaxOku means “The place that PaxLair founded.” PaxOku City is located on Homare-Jima, Tokuno Islands, Chesapeake.
PaxOku has been through many changes over the years both structurally and Culturally. In years past, PaxOku was a thriving, bustling city steeped heavy in commerce. The Blue Light Tavern was the sight of many gatherings for fantastic adventures. In current times, however the city is lower key, a place of culture and enlightenment. Whether you visit the beautiful Teahouse for a conversation with friends, old and new alike, The Drunken Friar’s Pub for a bottle of Beny’s Spiced Rum or visit the Silent Rose Library to research some history or just read a good book, you’ll find a city that is both welcoming and diverse. Although lower key than in years past, PaxOku City is still a place which thrives and seems to breathe with the ebb and flow of subtle changes that take place in the lands.
Another draw to PaxOku is the Fishing Industry. Whether you’re fishing for shallow or deep water fish, PaxOku has an abundance of both. The Giant Koi, Giant Samurai and Golden Tuna can only be found in the lands of Tokuno. PaxOku is also involved in the Fishing Hall of Fame. The Hall is located next to the Tea House, between the cities of PaxOku and Kijustsu Anei Village and ran by both cities. Here, you’ll find many record fish of the lands and perhaps catch a tournament.
A big day in PaxOku’s history was December 7th, 2009. On this day, PaxOku received it’s City Banner. The Stand on which the Banner rests is made of white marble with a Hunter Green rug, two book cases and two bronze globes. The globes are inscribed with the words “Welcome to PaxOku. A Cultural Center of the PaxLair Statehood” and “Monk’s Crossing”. The banner is Hunter Green and White. Replicas of the bronze globes can be found at every building within PaxOku. In time, the city was also graced with stables, found near the City Banner.
We hope you visit PaxOku soon whether to enjoy a drink with friends, read a book, fish or meet up for adventures. Whatever your pleasure, PaxOku awaits you!
Mayor Tatania Karthina