Cerdis
Cerdis is a fictional city-state that appears in speculative fiction, world-building exercises, and role-playing games. It is commonly portrayed as a coastal urban center with a long trading tradition and a layered history. In most renderings, Cerdis occupies a sheltered bay on the eastern coast of a large archipelago, with narrow streets, stone houses, and a citadel overlooking a busy harbor.
Historically, Cerdis is depicted as an autonomous polity that grew from a medieval market settlement into a
Economy and society in Cerdis emphasize trade, shipbuilding, and crafts. The harbor handles a diverse cargo,
Culture in Cerdis blends maritime tradition with urban cosmopolitanism. Residents speak several languages; festivals celebrate sailors,
Notable landmarks, when named, include the Gate of Lyr, the Grand Bazaar, and the Citadel of Dawn.