Caldir

Caldir is a fictional coastal town in the realm of Valara. It is set on the western shore of the Bay of Kael, at the mouth of the Sable River. The town has a temperate maritime climate with foggy springs and cool, windy summers. The population is around 12,000. Caldir is administered by an elected town council and a mayor serving four-year terms.

The settlement grew around a natural harbor used since antiquity and was formally chartered as a town in the mid-13th century. It played a modest role in regional politics and trade, benefiting from its location as a provisioning point for ships crossing the Kael Strait. The town center was rebuilt after a major storm in 1687, which shaped its current harbor-side layout.

Today Caldir's economy centers on fishing, small-scale shipbuilding and woodworking, and crafts such as pottery and rope-making. Local markets trade fish, timber, and wares from surrounding farms. The Caldir Shipwrights Guild maintains traditional ship-building practices while integrating modern tools.

The town maintains a modest railway spur and an aging but functional harbor that supports seasonal fishing fleets. Cultural life centers on the Luminal Festival, a summer celebration featuring songs, markets, and maritime displays. The Tidegate Quarter is known for its historic lanes and the Tidewheel Clock, a civic monument.

Tidegate Harbor, Caldir Abbey, and Market Quay are among its notable sites. Notable residents include historical figures who served on the town council during reconstruction after the 1687 storm.