Alacaz

Alacaz is a fictional coastal city used in fantasy and world-building. It is typically portrayed as a harbor town along a western coastline, characterized by stone arcades, narrow streets, and fortified towers. The name’s origin is debated; in many texts it is attributed to merchant slang or to a constructed linguistic root, emphasizing its role as a setting rather than a real place.

Geography and climate: Alacaz lies at a river mouth with cliffs to the north and a delta to the south. The temperate climate features wet winters and dry summers, shaping dockside life and markets.

History: In its lore, Alacaz was founded in the 9th century by coastal guilds and grew into a regional trading hub for spices, textiles, and metals. Fortifications were added in the 12th century; the city endured sieges and periods of decline, then experienced later revivals in crafts and maritime culture.

Economy and culture: The economy centers on shipbuilding, port trade, and artisanal crafts. Guilds, markets, and seasonal festivals define public life. Local cuisine emphasizes seafood, citrus, and preserved goods drawn from trading networks.

Notable features: Frequent landmarks in the fiction include the Lantern Gate, the Market of Veranda, and the Sea Cairn, as well as waterfront promenades.

Usage: Alacaz appears in novels, role-playing games, and world-building guides as a template for a port city with a rich maritime tradition.