Gregminster

Gregminster (グレッグミンスター, Guregguminsutā) is a city which appears in both Suikoden and Suikoden II. It is the capital of the Toran Republic and its predecessor, the Scarlet Moon Empire.

Suikoden
The city of Gregminster was actually virtually destroyed during the War of Succession but the rise of Barbarosa Rugner to the throne saw the city rebuilt, more beautiful than before.

As the city prospered under Scarlet Moon rule, Gregminster housed many high-ranking officials of the Empire. Its culture and economy eventually centred around the mercantile industry, making the city famed for its art and ceramics above all else. The architecture of the city reflects this and all houses are built with ivory-coloured walls and contrasting red doors. A vast contrast when compared to the small towns and villages which dotted the Empire, some citizens felt that the capital only survived on the taxation of others. Meanwhile, some Gregminster residents complained of the country folk bringing down the tone of the city.

In the middle of the city stands the Golden Goddess statue. This statue was made by the renowned artist, Basil. It is said that the statue is a mirror image of Barbarosa's late wife, Claudia.

Gregminster suffered greatly during the Gate Rune War, the city eventually becoming isolated from the rest of the nation. Eventually, after a final climatic battle, Gregminster fell to the forces of the Toran Liberation Army, ending the war. Following the war, Gregminster remained the capital, now of the Toran Republic.