Overview
River Melneans live in the far north, focus more (as a rule) on game hunting and agriculture rather than sea faring. That said, like all decedents of the Melothians, they take pride in their boats and sailing skills, whether focused on freshwater or saltwater sailing. Being less likely to travel abroad than Northern or Southern Melneans, they tend to be more clannish, saving loyalty for their extended family units rather than country as a whole. However, they can be rallied to a cause if it is made clear that threat to one is a threat to all.
Ships
Since most of the coastline is prone to freezing (if not perpetually frozen), most ocean going vessels are large ice breakers, with reinforced hulls that are less maneuverable than ships favored by their southern brethren. In fresh water they favor smaller keel-hull ships, again with reinforced hulls, or highly maneuverable 1-2 person kayaks.
Cities and Encampments
Peaked roof homes that typically house large family units of a clan, each in their own wing. Larger buildings rely on A-frames, and in the larger cities the massive buildings can extended 4-5 stories. Generally in such buildings access to higher levels is increasingly restricted.
