Abbey

This medium-sized Abbey can be found near the shores of the Mo Ce Sea in the northwestern Earth Kingdom. Over four hundred years old, the ancient structure expresses a simple design of high walls and a large courtyard, reflecting the simple life of the nuns that dwell within it. Though situated in the Earth Kingdom, the nuns have come to claim the Abbey as neutral grounds. However, as a result of its location, many Fire Nation battles have been taken place in the surrounding area and the Abbey often suffers collateral damage. In recent years, the Abbey has been used to manufacture large quantities of organic perfumes and oils that have been sold throughout the world.

Description


The abbey is located at the foot of a tall, wooded mountain. It is built with dormitories, storage rooms, and kitchens all arranged around a paved central courtyard. To allow the nuns to live in solitude, none of the rooms have windows facing outward, and there is no entry to the abbey save through the main gate. At each of the four corners of the courtyard is a tower, which is pierced with two windows on each side. A stream flows through the middle of the courtyard, and feeds a small covered well. To the back of the courtyard is the large Main Hall, a multi-storied building with deeply curving roofs supported by wooden columns. Unlike the rest of the abbey's constructions, which are made of brick or stone plastered in warm tones, the Main Hall is wooden, with a half-timbered, white-plastered exterior.

Recent History
When Aang and his friends stopped by the abbey, they were attacked by June, Iroh and Zuko. A battle broke out, and both Katara and Sokka were hit by June's Shirshu, rendering them paralyzed. Sokka and Katara were revived by some perfume given to them by the nuns, and Sokka had the idea of blinding the Shirshu by disrupting its sense of smell. The nuns poured out all their perfumes, and Katara Waterbended them to cover everything. Since the Shirshu can only "see" with its nose, it became confused, due to the many scents in the air, and began lashing at random people, including Zuko and June. Team Avatar escaped in the confusion. It is unknown what happens next to the nuns of the Abbey.

Trivia

 * Although a holy place, the inhabitants in there are involved in business (perfume-making). This is in contrast with the abbeys in the real world.

Notable Figures

 * Mother Superior

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