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The Royal Capital (王都, Ōto?) is the capital of Li and the Central Province. It contains notable locations such as the Imperial Palace and the Red Light District, making it a main setting of The Apothecary Diaries.

Overview[]

The royal capital was previously a city built on top of ruins from Li's original inhabitants and a tourist attraction. To cater to visitors, a red light district was built nearby.[1] During the time of the Former Emperor's predecessor, the capital was moved to its current location, due to the Shrine of Choosing being there.[2]

A main road runs north to south in the royal capital, and hosts a bustling market.[3] High-ranking officials and rich people live in the northern part of the capital, closer to the imperial palace,[4] while the poorest live in the southern part, near the red light district. This is also reflected in shop quality and public safety; both decrease the further south one goes.[3][5]

Notable Locations[]

Power Hierarchy[]

In the world of The Apothecary Diaries, power is highly based on the status of one's family background including connections to the Imperial Family, governance over land, and economic background. The below is a rough approximation of the power hierarchy for men and women respectively.

Men[]

Women[]

References[]

  1. ↑ The Apothecary Diaries light novel: Volume 3, Chapter 8
  2. ↑ The Apothecary Diaries light novel: Volume 3, Chapter 12
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 The Apothecary Diaries light novel: Volume 5, Chapter 4
  4. ↑ The Apothecary Diaries light novel: Volume 2, Chapter 4
  5. ↑ The Apothecary Diaries light novel: Volume 6, Chapter 10
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