Thornwinds

Thornwinds is a popular and generally peaceful port city on the west coast of Æwrûn, it is outside of what is considered Dyrt.   Thornwinds is a village located on the temperate seacoast, where the vegetation is thinned out, but used to be thick. The nearest landmark is the large statue one must travel under if coming by sea, it is often referred to as the Guardian's Greaves. The population is apx. 75,000 but around 15,000 of that fluctuates based on season and other factors. There are around 12,425 buildings.  

Demographics

Mostly humans and dwarves, but a wild mix as it is an important hub of trade.

Government

Thornwinds is governed by an Elected Representative government, but many are aware that the real power is the conglomerate of thieves guilds in the shadows.

Defences

Law & Order
Law in Thornwinds is very much punitive based, and those that breach the laws can expect hard labor, incarceration, or sometimes public execution. The crime is generally low as the criminals are already in charge and they know they don't want to ruin the community they have here. It is not a very well-kept secret how the city is actually run by criminals in the shadows, even if their organizations and names are the best kept secrets. Due to this most are afraid to break any serious laws here. Magic is treated with suspicion, and guards look for any excuse to put a magic user away behind bars.

Industry & Trade

Economics
Trade in Thornwinds is mostly free, with some taxes applied to goods and services rendered in the city. People live a squalid existence because of it. Welfare is bad. Citizens can expect the bare minimum of death services. Healthcare and education are fringe cases, and citizens would do better to seek a private benefactor than try and receive treatment from the government.

Districts

Copper Docks These are the Southern Docks and tend to be more about general trade and economical transports.   West Docks These are the Northern Docks, and tend to be more about luxury goods or passengers, especially as it is on the North side of the River.   Castle District The castle district is the main civic district, as well as where the wealthy go. Starway Reach This is where much of the commerce and markets are to be found, this is also where the bulk of the dwarves live and so there are nicknames along the lines of "Dwarvenville" or "Little Dwarf Hole"   Winegate To the south is the more "wealthy" farms and so there was an expansion of the city with Winegate being from the original nickname of the gate at the wall.   Bone Arch Most raids in the past came against here or Ashen Point, giving them their names. Bone Arch is also where there are most of the temples and schools   Ashen Point In the past this was one of the most dangerous areas of the cities, due to raids and such. The soil here now is vey great for most farming -- possibly due to all the past fires.   Old Town In the originally city this was the wealthier part of the city and so it would seem that it still is, with its access to the Castle District it is generally considered a hub for the Nobles and Financers in the city.   The Gardens These parks are tended by a prominent Druid Guild.   Stonefall Gate The Stone Fall Gate is an area most tend to avoid.   Blackbridge, aka Black's Bridge The bridge is the main access point between the two halves.

History

This port used to be a grand port and had a large statue of a warrior fighting a large dragon that greeted and warned those who came to the large city. At some point, long lost to history it was destroyed, leaving the legs of the warrior, the head of the dragon, and only a narrow way that ships can go through or risk hitting the submerged statue parts. At some point before the Great King a band of pirates from Carrune resettled the area, and over time were able to build the area up. With the lands of Dyrt and the knights who train there it became a way to bring goods in and a port for adventurers seeking glory to the west. Thornwinds grew around a coastal harbor, and is comprised . They are an egalitarian feudalist democratic republic that.

Geography

Very green plains and hills.

Climate

North of the equator, temperate.

Natural Resources

They are a natural hub for commerce due to their location. Coral is exported from here with their connections to the nearby underwater kingdom. Seafood of various kinds are found in the region as well as a variety of Mediterranean-styel nuts and foods. Various metals like iron, tin, and non-coin types are found in the area and mined.
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Exports

Copper, coral, Foods (to Outding especially), nuts, wine  

Some Notable Establishments

 
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  Adventuring Supplies
  • The Wandering Wyvern
  • The Pack Peddler
  • The Reliable Rogue
Alchemist Shop
  • The Emerald Alembic
  • The Concoction Corner
  • The Subtle Alchemist
Animal Trainer
  • The Whispering Wilds
  • Beastly Bonds
  • The Nature's Whisperer
Antique Shop
  • The Dusty Tome
  • Relics & Rumors
  • Whispers of the Past
Arcane Shop
  • The Arcanium Arcane
  • The Weave's Waypoint
  • Stardust & Scrolls
Archaeologist
  • Delver of Lost Lore
  • The Unforgotten Past
  • Unearthing History
Armorsmith
  • The Ironclad Elephant
  • The Gilded Griffin
  • The Unbreakable Bulwark
Arrow Shop
  • Fletching Feathers
  • The Quiver & Quill
  • Swiftstrike Arrowsmith
Art Dealer
  • The Gilded Gallery
  • The Muse's Market
  • The Wandering Canvas
Bakery
  • The Elven Hearth
  • The Honeyed Horn
  • The Traveling Oven
Bank
  • The Iron Vault
  • The Coincounter's Consortium
  • The Griffon's Gamble
Barber Shop
  • The Razor's Rest
  • The Shorn Shield
  • The Dapper Dwarf
Black Market
  • The Veiled Market
  • The Shadow's Bazaar
  • The Whispering Coin
Boat Builder
  • The Driftwood Dreams
  • The Oaken Mariner
  • The Steady Stream
Bookseller
  • The Inkwell & Quill
  • The Tome & Tankard
  • The Lorekeeper's Library
Butcher
  • The Cleaver & Cleaver
  • The Rations Roost
  • The (Six Meat Cleavers)
Calligraphy Shop
  • The Scribe's Scroll
  • The Inkwell Muse
  • The Flourished Quill
Candle Maker
  • The Flickering Flame
  • The Wondrous Wick
  • The Luminescent Lantern
Candy Store
  • The Sugarplum Pixie
  • The Candied Cauldron
  • The Gummy Goblin
Cartographer Store
  • The Ink-Stained Map
  • Unfurling the Realms
  • The Wayfinder's Waypoint
Casket Maker
  • The Somber Carpenter
  • The Eternal Rest
  • The Final Journey
Clothing Store
  • The Traveler's Thread
  • The Stitching Siren
  • The Clothier's Cauldron
Druidic Supplies
  • The Verdant Grove
  • The Whispering Wood
  • The Wildwood Wares
Fish Market
  • The Drowned Deal
  • The Nettle Net
  • The Fin & Finny
Fishing Supplies
  • The Bobber & Bait
  • The Hook, Line, & Sinker
  • The Reeling Reel
Fletcher (Makes Arrows)
  • See Arrow Shop options above.
Fortune Teller
  • The Seeing Eye
  • The Fate's Favored
  • The Crystal Caravan
Game Store
  • The Dice Den
  • The Rollicking Realm
  • The Tavern Trinkets
General Store
  • The Peddler's Pack
  • The Wandering Wares
  • The Crossroads Confluence
Glassware
  • The Blown Bubble
  • Crystal Clear
  • The Gilded Goblet
Herb Store
  • The Verdant Vials
  • The Petal & Pestle
  • The Whispering Wilds
Hunting Goods
  • The Hunter's Horn
  • The Stalking Stalker
  • The Fangs & Feathers
Incense Store
  • The Smoking Spire
  • The Aromatic Oasis
  • The Whispering Wisp
Jeweler
  • The Glittering Gem
  • The Gilded Graven
  • The Spark & Stone
Leatherworker
  • The Hide & Hoof
  • The Stitched Serpent
  • The Tanned Tunic
Locksmith
  • The Unbarred Gate
  • The Keymaster's Keep
  • The Clinking Cog
Magic Items
  • The Arcana Emporium
  • The Enchanter's Enclave
  • Wonder & Wyrd
Market Stalls (individual vendors)
  • The Spiced Salamander (food)
  • The Clattering Cogs (gadgets)
  • Glimmering Trinkets (jewelry)
  • The Painted Pony (art)
Mask Shop
  • The Visage Veil
  • The Many Faces
  • The Shifting Visage
Masonry Shop
  • The Stone Carver
  • The Steadfast Slab
  • The Builder's Block
Medical Supplies
  • The Healer's Hand
  • The Restorative Remedy
  • The Balm & Bandage
Moneylender
  • The Usurer's Pouch
  • The Coincounter's Consortium (see Bank)
  • The Loanly Lizard
Music Shop
  • The Bard's Bounty
  • The Lyre & Lute
  • The Melodious Muse
Oddity Shop
  • The Curious Cabinet
  • The Wondrous Wares
  • The Troll's Trinkets
Oracle
  • The Seeing Sisterhood
  • The Whispering Wind
  • The Fate's Finder
Ore Shop
  • The Veins of the Earth
  • The Mountain's Bounty
  • The Glittering Glimmer
Panhandler
  • Old Scratch (derogatory)
  • The Coin Cadger
  • The Songbird (if they sing for coin)
Perfume Shop
  • The Whispering Petal
  • The Essence Emporium
  • The Amphora of Aroma
Potion Shop
  • The Bubbly Brew
  • The Curative Cauldron
  • The Glowing Vial
Religious Supplies
  • The Devout Shop
  • The Holy Symbol
  • The Scribe's Sanctuary
Rope Store
  • The Knotty Nettle
  • The Coiling Coil
  • The Hemp Haven
Scribe
  • The Inkwell & Quill (see Calligraphy Shop)
  • The Illuminated Script
  • The Pagesmith
Seed Store
  • The Sprouting Seed
  • The Verdant Vittles
  • The Petal & Pod
Siege Workshop
  • The Battering Ram
  • The Stone & Sling
  • The Warworks Wonders
Shady Dealer
  • The Veiled Vendor
  • The Murky Market
  • The Blackfinger Bazaar
Tailor
  • The Stitching Star
  • The Noble Needle
  • The Fashionable Finery
Tattoo Parlor
  • The Inscribed Ink
  • The Marked Muse
  • The Skin & Sigil
Tavern
  • The Rumbling Flagon
  • The Prancing Pony
  • The Thespian's Tankard
Tea Shop
  • The Steaming Steep
  • The Serene Sip
  • The Whispering Willow
Tinker Shop
  • The Cog & Cauldron
  • The Gadgetwright's Gear
  • The Clanking Contraption
Toy Store
  • The Whimsical Wand
  • The Giggling Goblin
  • The Joyful Jest
Trinket Shop
  • The Bauble Bazaar
  • The Gilded Gimmick
  • The Trinket Trove
Undertaker Supplies
  • The Graveweaver's Grasp
  • The Final Farewell
  • The Dour Decor
Useless Magic Items
  • The Fumbled Focus
  • The Disappointing Doodad
  • Elmer's Enchanted Emporium (plays on a common glue brand)
Wagon Shop
  • The Wheelwright's Way
  • The Sturdy Stallion
  • The Roaming Roadworthy
Wandwright
  • The Wyrd Wood
  • The Staff & Scepter
  • The Carven Cane
Weaponsmith
  • The Anvil & Arm
  • The Steely Stallion
  • The Gleaming Glaive
Wig Maker
  • The Hairy Head
  • The Tressed Treasure
  • The Follicle Foundry
Wine Shop
  • The Grape & Grain
  • The Fermented Flagon
  • The Bacchus Bounty
 
I really do try to make most of this original, but since Forgotten Realms is an integral part of the world I can't help if anything is used without formal permission, but is still "fair use" as I am just using this for my private games.
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Publication Date
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