Coer

Coer is a fictional town and civil parish in the northern valley of Valara, a setting used in fantasy literature. It lies along the winding Coer River, sheltered by the Nethwood hills and about 28 kilometers from the regional capital of Seryn. The climate is temperate, with wet winters and dry summers, suitable for cereal crops and orchards.

Historically, Coer developed around a medieval ford and was granted town status in the 14th century. Its fortifications were modernized during the early modern period, and the town served as a local administrative center and market town for surrounding villages. The railway arrived in the late 19th century, stimulating small-scale industry and crafts.

Today, Coer's economy combines agriculture, small manufacturing, and services. The market square hosts weekly markets and a harvest festival each autumn. The town has a primary school, a library, a hospital outpost, and a volunteer fire brigade. Local governance is provided by a municipal council, led by a mayor, with representation on the county board.

Culturally, Coer is known for its stone architecture, traditional music sessions in taverns, and a yearly tapestry exhibition. Notable landmarks include the old ford, the 16th-century windmill, and the parish church of Saint Mela. The town figures in regional folklore as a place where rivers and hills meet, symbolizing resilience and trade.