# The House of Yist > [!info] Quick Facts > | | | > |---|---| > | **Type** | Palace / Headquarters | > | **Continent** | [[Continent - Iros\|Iros]] | > | **Region** | Yistoran Dynasty (Southeast Iros) | > | **Nearby City** | High Kalaphan (capital below) | > | **Elevation** | ~5,000 feet above the capital | > | **Known For** | Assassin orders, monk training | ## Overview The House of Yist is the high palace of the **Yistoran Dynasty**, a strange ruling family who have carved out an area for themselves in the southeast of Iros. The palace overlooks the surrounding area from a height of almost five thousand feet, perched above the capital of High Kalaphan. ## The Region The Yistoran lands are characterised by: - Low valleys - Jungles shrouded in mist - Torrential warm rains - Shrouded mountain cliffs This geography gives the area a tranquil and alluring atmosphere. ## The Palace The House of Yist itself is a marvel of construction, shaped from the magical stone that lies within the local mountains. The palace serves dual purposes: 1. Royal residence of the Yistoran Dynasty 2. Meeting place for local assassin orders ## Assassins and Monks > [!danger] World-Renowned Killers > The Yist are best known across Gryth as exporters of extremely efficient and dangerous assassins and monks. These warriors specialise in secretive fighting styles that appear as graceful as dancing to outsiders. Their techniques are taught within the walls of the House of Yist and are highly sought after—and feared—across the continents. ## Connections - [[Continent - Iros]] - Parent continent - High Kalaphan - Capital city below the palace - Yistoran Dynasty - Ruling family --- ## Gallery ![[image-18.png]] --- *See also: [[Locations]]*