Changeling/Theme/Neighboring Freeholds/Old Iron Freehold
Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania
History: Old Iron Freehold was founded in 1855 when the railroad first came to Allentown, bringing with it a surge in population, trade, and industry. It affected the Freehold strongly. As trade in the city grew, the Gentry turned their sights on taking advantage of the downtrodden factory/coal/mill workers, those who were easily captured (and valued for their skills). Much of the Freehold thus was created from these same captives who later escaped and returned or those who simply wished to take up the cause. It created a culture that values hard work, but also comradery.
Crowns:
- Spring: Astoria Bradley (She/her, Elemental Bright One) - Astoria is sprightly and cheerful, bringing life to any party she attends. She loves to gossip and has a tendency to get catty with other Springs, but has a good heart. She loves old cars and motorcycles, and has dedicated her mortal life to customizing the most awesome rides. Despite being so stereotypically feminine, she never turns down the chance to get her hands dirty inside an engine.
- Summer: Red-Handed Nick (He/His, Beast Hunterheart) - Nick is a gentle giant, a literal bear of a man, who is prone to being quite shy and quiet. He's fearsome when angered, but mostly he just wants to give gentle bear hugs. He's made a name for himself in construction, volunteering in various local charities to build homes for the homeless and families in need.
- Autumn: Marie Temple (She/her, Ogre Muse) - She’s a no-nonsense lady that always says what is on her mind, no matter how cutting it might be. It’s not so much that she’s cruel. She can be very kind, even maternal, but only to those she's taken under her wing. She owns a local restaurant that many of Old Iron hang out in, which is filled with fresh locally farmed food year round.
- Winter: Smokestack Stan (He/his, Darkling Artist) - Stan is the oldest Monarch, having worn the crown since the 80s (and a part of the Freehold for even longer). He’s the grandpa of the Freehold, the one everyone feels safe and guided by. Has substantial ties to local industry and unions.
Other Known Members:
- Enyo Stygia
Old Iron controls the far end of the Stable Trod that passes through Philidelphia and ends down at Cape May (which is considered to be part of Shackamaxon's responsibility. The part of the Stable Trod which is between the Freehold Hollows and the Lehigh Valley is shared responsibility between Old Iron and Shackamaxon.