Silverymoon

Silverymoon is the prime signatory state of the Confederation of the Silver Marches and therefore, viewed by many as the capital. It was ruled for centuries by High Lady Alustriel Silverhand (sister of Open Lord of Waterdeep, Laeral Silverhand), a powerful wizard and one of the Seven Sisters. After Alustriel Silverhand stepped down to instead take on the mantle of High Lady of the Council of the Marches, her apprentice, Taern Hornblade, succeeded her as the High Mage of Silverymoon.
Silverymoon is dubbed "the Gem of the North" and is viewed by many as one of the most cultured, peaceful cities in Faerun. Silverymoon is also famous for its pervading tradition of magic, and is home to many notable druids and wizards. One of its most famous structures, the Moonbridge, was created by magic. After the fall of its sister city of Myth Drannor, Silverymoon took in thousands of refugees and set up additional protected enclaves around the city to house them.
Geography
The city is divided into two sections, Northbank and Southbank, split by the River Rauvin. Northbank is the older section of the city. It is shaped roughly like a half-circle and has three gates in its wall at west, north, and east. A large area known as the Market divides Northbank west and east, cutting from the wall to the Docks at the river. There are many shops around the Docks. The High Palace is located on the eastern side of Northbank, just inside the walls. Most places of worship and the houses of the nobles are also located on the eastern side.
Southbank was originally an area for caravan business and warehouses, but it expanded to become nearly as large as Northbank and is known for containing most of the schools that are part of the famous Conclave of Silverymoon. The city also contains dwarven tunnels beneath its streets.
Defenses
The fighting force that protects Silverymoon is comprised of the famed Knights in Silver. There is also the Spellguard, an order of druids, wizards and sorcerers. The High Marshal of the Argent Legion, the army of the Confederation of the Silver Marches (composed of soldiers from every signatory of the confederation) also resides in Silverymoon. The current High Marshal is a half-elf fighter/wizard by the name of Methrammar Aerasumé.
Knights in Silver
Named by the adventurer and bard, Mintiper Moonsilver, the Knights in Silver slowly earned their reputation as a noble and chivalrous fighting force. Although they are often found protecting the walls of Silverymoon, they also roam the countryside around the city with members of the Spellguard to drive off monsters and invaders.
Spellguard
The Spellguard was established in 1255 DR as a personal bodyguard for the High Lord of Silverymoon, but over the intervening years has grown to a city-wide force, spreading their duties between the High Palace and the rest of Silverymoon.
Other Defenses
The Silverwatch polices Silverymoon's streets while the Moon Garrison protects the city from other external threats not handled by the Knights in Silver and the Spellguard. The High Guard, all veterans from the Knights, are responsible for the security of the High Palace and its environs.
Culture
The worship of Cyric is banned in Silverymoon.

Aliases Gem of the North
Region Luruar, Silver Marches, The Steadfast, Northwest Faerûn
Demonym Silvaeren
Major Imports Food (especially grain and livestock), armor, weapons, footwear, textiles and clothing
Major Exports Books, paper, herbs, inks, glass, glassware, furs, timber, valuable ores
Currency 1pp = 1 "unicorn" = 10 gold "dragons" = 20 electrum "swords" = 100 silver "shields" = 1000 copper "glints"
Politics Constitutional magocratic republic
Ruler: High Mage Taern Hornblade