Arbl

Arbl is a fictional city-state and regional capital on the western coast of the continent of Deloria in the world of Eldoria. The name Arbl is derived from the Arblin language, meaning "edge of the harbor." The city sits at the mouth of the River Vire and is sheltered by offshore reefs known as the Arbl Shoals, giving it a natural harbor and a temperate maritime climate.

Arbl is governed by the Arbl Compact, a constitutional oligarchy comprising a twelve-member Council and an elected Magistrate who serves as chair. Citizens with long-term residency may vote in municipal elections, and the council approves major policy and budget decisions.

The city traces its origins to a mid-era seafaring settlement that grew into a trading hub. It achieved formal city-state status after regional conflicts of the early Delorian era and later joined the Maritime Confederation, a loose alliance of coastal states.

The economy centers on shipbuilding, fishing, and cross-continental trade. Arblite glassware and textiles are notable exports, and the harbor hosts a bustling market quarter and shipyards. The cultural life is marked by the Tidefall Festival, a yearly event featuring lantern processions and boat parades. The city supports a university and a renowned public library, and Arbl cuisine emphasizes seafood and dairy.

Landmarks include the Lighthouse of Arbl, the Colonnade Market, and the Old Docks. The term Arbl also appears in historical texts to denote the harbor’s jurisdictional law within the Arbl Compact.