Driftwood
Driftwood is a bustling port city located on the eastern coast of the continent of Valtara and the home to House Laviathan . The city is built on the edge of a natural harbor, with ships from all over the world coming and going from its docks. Driftwood is a cosmopolitan city, with people from all walks of life and cultures living and working together.
The lord of Driftwood is a woman named Lady Elara Morgenstern. She is a stern but fair ruler, and is known for her unwavering dedication to the safety and prosperity of her people. Lady Elara is a tall, imposing figure, with long, flowing black hair and piercing blue eyes. She is often seen wearing a suit of gleaming plate armor, with a sword at her hip.
Under Lady Elara's leadership, Driftwoodhas become one of the wealthiest and most prosperous cities in all of Valtara. The city is a hub of trade and commerce, with goods from all over the world passing through its markets and warehouses. The docks are always busy, with ships coming and going at all hours of the day and night.
Travelers often visit the The Typsy Dragon located off the Driftwood Marketplace. The ex-pirate Mara runs the establishment.
Despite its prosperity, Driftwood is not without its problems. The city has long been a haven for smugglers and pirates, who take advantage of its location to engage in illicit trade and plunder. Lady Elara has worked tirelessly to root out these criminal elements, and has earned the respect and loyalty of the city's guard and militia.
In recent years, Driftwood has also become a center for magical research and experimentation. Lady Elara has welcomed mages and scholars from all over the world to study and practice their craft in the city, and has invested heavily in the development of new magical technologies and innovations. This has led to some controversy among more conservative elements in the city, but Lady Elara has remained steadfast in her support of magical progress and innovation.
Overall, Driftwood is a city of contrasts and contradictions, where wealth and prosperity sit side-by-side with danger and intrigue. Under Lady Elara's leadership, the city has thrived and grown, and its people look to the future with optimism and hope.
Guilds and Factions
This is the home of House Laviathan
Points of interest
The Citadel: This imposing fortress is the seat of power in Driftward, and is home to Lady Elara and her council. It is heavily fortified, with high walls, towers, and a deep moat, and is guarded at all times by Arcturian soldiers.
The Market District: This bustling area is the heart of Driftward's economy, where traders and merchants from all over Valtara come to buy and sell goods. The market is home to a wide variety of shops and stalls, selling everything from exotic spices and textiles to rare magical artifacts.
The University: Driftward's university is renowned throughout Valtara for its scholarship and research. It is home to some of the most brilliant minds in the world, and is a hub of magical and scientific discovery.
The Arena: This massive coliseum is where Driftward's citizens come to watch gladiatorial contests and other spectacles. It is also used for military drills and other training exercises.
The Cathedral: This grand temple is the spiritual center of Driftward, and is dedicated to the worship of the city's patron deity. It is a magnificent building, with soaring arches, stained glass windows, and intricate carvings.
The Docks: Driftward's docks are a hub of maritime activity, hand home to House Laviathan with ships coming and going from all over Valtara. The city's fishermen also bring their daily catch here, which is then sold at the market.
The Slums: Despite Driftward's prosperity, there are still those who live in poverty and squalor. The slums are a dangerous and lawless place, where crime and desperation are commonplace.
Type
City
Population
9500
Inhabitant Demonym
Driftwards
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