Citadel District

The citadel consists of the entire walled area north of the Noble District. It contains the North Barracks, the Rainbow Palace, the palace grounds, and the royal docks.   The citadel sits on a low hill overlooking the city, bordered on two sides by water and cliffs. The sheer cliffs are 75 feet at their highest. The walls that surround the citadel are the same height and size as the city walls. The cur­ tain walls that surround the docks are only 25 feet high and five feet thick. The gates are stout and well-maintained.   The palace grounds are one of the most beautiful places in Lankhmar. The trees that line the main avenue from the docks to the palace each blossom in a different color, giving the region the true appearance of a rainbow each spring.   The Overlord's personal bodyguards maintain frequent patrols throughout the citadel. If PCs enter the area without permission, check every five rounds (1/2 turn) for an encounter with a guard patrol. There is a 50% chance of an encounter. Patrols contains 2 to 20 guards. If four or more guards are present, one is a sergeant. If 12 or more guards are present, two are sergeants and one is a captain.   Citadel guards are nearly incorruptible. There is a maximum 25% chance that a group of guards can be bribed, and the DM should adjust this percentage downward depending on circum­ stances.