Balakirev is a town in Ravka, west of Os Alta. It is a popular place for Grisha to visit for sleigh rides and festivals.[1]
History[]
The Too-Clever Fox[]
When Lev Jurek and his half-sister, Sofiya, passed through Balakirev, they were said to have stripped the forests bare and left the towns overflowing with deer meat and furs. Koja's sister lived near the town, and her seven kits were killed so their tails could be used as the collar of Sofiya's cloak.[2]
King of Scars[]
Nikolai Lantsov flies towards Balakirev in demon form one night, where he perches on the spike of the church's bell tower. Zoya Nazyalensky attempts to stop him, but instead is attacked and injured before Tamar Kir-Bataar sends the demon into unconsciousness.[1]
Rule of Wolves[]
Balakirev suffered from an attack of the blight. The affected area stretched for about a mile.[3]
Description[]
The main square of the town features the courthouse, the town hall, and the offices of the local governor. There is a large fountain featuring a statue of Sankt Juris defeating the dragon. Balakirev also features a church with a tall bell tower.[1]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 King of Scars, chapter 7
- ↑ The Too-Clever Fox
- ↑ Rule of Wolves, chapter 3