Ancient Court of Eternal Ice

The Ancient Palace of Eternal Ice is an old structure built by the Alv race and is governed by the League of Freedom Cities Eastal, although there is currently no distinct owner. It was constructed on a foundation of magical ice and rises skyward with spires overlooking broad, tree-filled courtyards.

Relative to Akiba, it is located where Tokyo's Hamarikyu Gardens is to the present-day Akihabara district. In game terms, this means it is approximately a two-hour horse ride from Akiba. The scenery along the route between the two locations resembles that of downtown Akiba -- dilapidated remnants of modern-style buildings overgrown with moss and vines.

Conferences
The League of Freedom Cities Eastal and other NPC nobles gather here once or twice a year to hold meetings focusing on various topics including:
 * Discussing political issues
 * Improving relationships among themselves
 * Providing opportunities for their children to debut to the noble society
 * Conducting horse racing
 * Bringing up marriage pacts between nobles
 * Helping each other in the face of monsters
 * Advertising new ingredients or dishes that potentially bring wealth

Each city sends one representative, two advisers, and four to five other attendances. Some representatives also bring their children. In total, the attendance at each meeting can include hundreds of participants and guests.

In addition to meetings, these events also include opportunities for formal dancing and socializing. Many attendees wear Western-style formal-wear -- tailcoats and ballroom dresses.