Bankers Guild Builds/Funded Builds/Avereaux/H.I.P.S – Haven’s International Polo Stadium

Haven's International Polo Stadium, known across Elandra simply as H.I.P.S., now stands complete as the world's foremost arena for the spectacle of Mounted Polo. More than a sporting venue, it has become a landmark of international unity, welcoming riders, spectators, and extraordinary mounts from every nation to compete in contests of precision, strategy, and breathtaking athleticism.

At the heart of the coliseum lies the Field of Beasts, an enchanted biosphere unlike any other. Through carefully maintained Weave rites and ancient crafted artefacts overseen by the Crafters Guild Stewards, the pitch subtly reshapes itself throughout play, balancing terrain to accommodate the remarkable diversity of Elandra's mounts. Urdrevan warbears thunder across shifting earth beside mollusc-bound knights of The Wonder, while riders from distant lands test their skill against magical obstacles, rolling ground, and dynamic hazards designed to reward coordination, courage, and mastery.

Encircling the field, vast spectator galleries welcome visitors from every walk of life. Towering upper tiers provide commanding views for dignitaries and honoured guests, while the expansive moss-seated Commons offer comfortable spaces for merchants, travellers, and families to gather in celebration of the sport. Throughout the stadium, vendors serve regional delicacies, from roasted fire-beetle legs to chilled snail milk cordial, while shaded pavilions provide welcome respite during long tournament days.

Beyond the arena itself stands the Hall of Champions, preserving the legacy of Mounted Polo for generations to come. Retired mounts are honoured alongside legendary riders through carefully curated displays of trophies, equipment, and monumental statues commemorating the sport's greatest moments. Tales such as the Great Slime Skid of 342 and the unforgettable Bear-Back Moonshot of Year 7 have become permanent fixtures within its halls, inspiring every competitor who walks beneath them.

Each tournament held at H.I.P.S. has grown into a celebration of culture as much as competition, drawing nations together in friendly rivalry while showcasing the unique traditions and magnificent creatures of every corner of Elandra. At the pinnacle of these events stands the Celestial Cup, contested once every decade in a tournament so prestigious that many believe its outcome subtly influences the tides of fate themselves. Now complete, H.I.P.S. stands not merely as a stadium, but as a symbol of honour, fellowship, and shared endeavour, a place where rival nations meet not upon the battlefield, but upon the polo field, united by their respect for skill, sportsmanship, and the extraordinary bond between rider and beast.

Cost of Construction	2 Legends, 4 Myths
Location	AVEREAUX – Meadows at the base of the Embermount
Build Code	`BG.MRS.67`
Nation	Avereaux
Balance Remaining	FULLY FUNDED

Contributions

Contributor	Source	Amount
Crafters Guild		6 Myths
Anika Kleermaker	Bankers Guild	2 Myths
William Von Stirland	Morvalis	1 Legend, 16 Myths
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