# Grenoble - Medieval Fantasy City

## Basic Information
- **City Name**: Grenoble
- **Type**: Fortified medieval fantasy city
- **World**: [World:camelot-world]
- **Government**: Mage Guild Council
- **Population**: Mixed magical and non-magical citizens
- **Primary Function**: Center of magical learning and knightly orders

## Architectural Signature Elements (NEVER CHANGE)

### Core Structures
- **Central Castle**: Massive stone castle with twin cylindrical towers topped with crenellated battlements
- **Defensive Walls**: Thick stone walls with regular watchtowers on three sides
- **Stone Bridge**: Wide multi-arched bridge crossing the defensive river
- **Main Gates**: Massive fortified entrance flanked by garrison watchtowers

### Distinctive Visual Markers
- **Twin Towers**: Iconic cylindrical towers dominating the city skyline
- **Weathered Sandstone**: Primary building material creating warm, aged appearance
- **Terra Cotta Roofs**: Distinctive red-orange clay tile roofing throughout the city
- **Cobblestone Streets**: Narrow winding medieval streets in organic pattern
- **Timber Framing**: Traditional medieval construction with exposed wooden frameworks

### Material Palette
- **Stone**: Weathered sandstone for walls and foundations
- **Wood**: Dark timber framing and shutters
- **Roofing**: Red-orange terra cotta clay tiles
- **Metalwork**: Iron fixtures and defensive elements

## Districts and Locations

### Central Castle District
- **[Location:central-castle]**: Mage Guild headquarters and [Character:camelot]'s residence
- **Castle Grounds**: Training chambers, laboratories, libraries, council halls
- **Magical Infrastructure**: Enchanted facilities for magical research and education

### Civic Center
- **[Location:central-square]**: Main town square with town hall as focal point
- **Commercial District**: Traditional markets and merchant establishments
- **Administrative Buildings**: Civic governance and guild offices

### Residential Districts
- **Noble Quarter**: Higher-status residences near the castle
- **Artisan District**: Craftsmen and magical item creators
- **Common Quarter**: General population housing

### Defensive Perimeter
- **[Location:main-gates]**: Primary fortified entrance with garrison
- **Watchtowers**: Regular defensive posts along the walls
- **River Boundary**: Natural defense on fourth side

## Transportation Network

### Primary Routes
- **Main Thoroughfare**: Bridge → Main Gates → Central Square → Castle entrance
- **Secondary Streets**: Organic medieval street network branching from main route
- **Waterway Access**: River provides trade and transportation routes

### Bridge System
- **Stone Bridge**: Multi-arched defensive bridge with strategic importance
- **Moat Crossing**: Controlled access point for all land-based entry

## Society and Culture

### Population Composition
- **Magical Practitioners**: Mages, apprentices, magical researchers
- **Knights and Guards**: Military orders and city defense
- **Craftsmen**: Artisans specializing in magical and mundane goods
- **Merchants**: Trade specialists and shop owners
- **Common Citizens**: General population supporting the magical community

### Cultural Focus
- **Magical Education**: Primary center for magical learning and advancement
- **Martial Traditions**: Knightly orders and combat training
- **Craftsmanship**: High-quality magical and mundane item production
- **Community Integration**: Harmonious coexistence of magical and non-magical citizens

## Environmental Characteristics

### Natural Features
- **Defensive River**: Wide flowing river providing protection and water source
- **Elevated Position**: Castle positioned on high ground for defense and visibility
- **Surrounding Landscape**: Medieval countryside with agricultural support

### Climate and Atmosphere
- **Temperate Climate**: Suitable for year-round habitation and agriculture
- **Magical Ambiance**: Subtle magical energy throughout the city
- **Medieval Authenticity**: Genuine medieval atmosphere with fantasy integration

## Visual Generation Guidelines

### Preferred Camera Angles
- **Castle Overview**: Elevated shots showing twin towers and city layout
- **Street Level**: Ground perspective showing medieval architecture and daily life
- **Bridge Approach**: Dramatic view of fortified entrance from bridge
- **Central Square**: Community gathering space with town hall focal point

### Lighting Recommendations
- **Golden Hour**: Warm lighting on sandstone creates beautiful contrast
- **Evening**: Magical illumination from castle and guild facilities
- **Daytime**: Clear lighting showing architectural details and bustling activity

### Seasonal Variations
- **Spring/Summer**: Vibrant colors, active street life, clear skies
- **Autumn**: Warm colors complementing terra cotta roofs
- **Winter**: Light snow on roofs, warm glows from windows

## Cross-References

### Residents
- **[Character:camelot]**: Chief Mage, lives in central castle
- **[Character:eliot]**: Son of Camelot, initiated mage
- **[Character:bart]**: Young mage, friend of Eliot

### Key Locations
- **[Location:central-castle]**: Mage Guild headquarters and Camelot's residence
- **[Location:central-square]**: Main civic and commercial center  
- **[Location:main-gates]**: Primary defensive entrance

### Associated Items
- **[Item:camelot-staff]**: Wielded by the city's chief mage
- **[Item:apprentice-staff]**: Used by mage students in the guild

### World Context
- **[World:camelot-world]**: Native realm with high magical civilization

## Reference Image Status
- **City Overview**: [Pending - wide shot showing castle and layout]
- **Castle Detail**: [Pending - close-up of twin towers and architecture]
- **Street Scene**: [Pending - medieval street life and buildings]
- **Bridge Approach**: [Pending - dramatic entrance view]

## Subdirectories
- `images/` - Generated city images
- `prompts/` - Successful prompts archive
- `locations/` - Detailed descriptions of specific locations within the city

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*Last Updated: [Date]*  
*Visual Consistency Level: LOCKED - Core architectural elements cannot be changed*  
*Established as home city of Archmage Camelot and center of magical civilization*