Arvara

Arvara is a fictional city-state created for fantasy fiction and role-playing games. It is portrayed as a coastal political and economic hub in the realm of Eldoria, often serving as a center for trade and diplomacy among neighboring realms.

Located on a crescent bay along the Serene Sea, Arvara features a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers. The city sits on terraces above the harbor and is crossed by two rivers that provide fresh water and power for mills.

According to fictional sources, Arvara was founded during the Great Migration era by maritime families from the northern cliffs. It grew as a trading post and became independent through the Pact of Dawn. The city expanded during the Era of Builders and later joined the Coastal Confederation.

Arvara is governed by a Magistrate and a City Council composed of representatives from merchant guilds, artisan houses, and landholders. The population is diverse, including humans, elves, and other races common to Eldoria, with several languages spoken, though Common is the lingua franca.

The economy centers on port trade, shipbuilding, and crafts. The city hosts the Meridian Market, which draws traders from distant regions. Cultural life emphasizes music, sculpture, and seaborne cuisine; festivals include the Lantern Tide.

Notable landmarks include the Silver Gate, the Archive of Lumen, and the Hall of Maps. The University of Arvara is known for nautical science and seamanship.