Osterhaus

Osterhaus is often referred to as a 'ghetto' by most other cities. It's where the asians of 'lower class' are put, when they aren't permitted into Shivat. It's a very flat area, with the majority of the population being fairly poor. When you get closer to the gate leading to the middle ring, you will find more 'middle class' families, usually working at leaving the city.

The people of this city tend to be very racist, and don't like any outsiders in their city. They strongly discourage people from any non asian race from coming, and even look down on people of mixed race. Because of this it is almost impossible to find someone who isn't asian who comes from Osterhaus.

The city tends to have a fairly high crime rate compared to most cities, making the 'higher class' families work even harder at trying to earn their way into Shivat. Many of the people act as farmers or shop owners, but most of their money is earned through exports. The people in Shivat would never farm their own food, but like to eat their asian inspired meals so most of their crops get imported from Osterhaus. Sometimes, a person or family from Osterhaus may be hired to be live in 'help' in Shivat, and those seeking to leave jump on this opportunity. However, there are many in Osterhaus who hold negative feelings for those living in Shivat, due to the fact that the wealthy people there often look down on people from Osterhaus, considering them to be uncivilized pigs and expendable. Because of this, nobles from Shivat often come with armed guard if they ever have a reason to enter Osterhaus, as it is not uncommon for them to be attacked by angry citizens.

The people from Osterhaus are considered race wise to be Oriental or Asian, or simply Osterhausan.