Daijkan

Daijkan is a fictional coastal city in the fantasy setting of Eldara. It is commonly depicted as a major trading hub situated on the southern shore of Lake Verin, where river traffic meets maritime routes.

The city lies at a natural harbor enclosed by limestone cliffs, with a temperate climate characterized by warm summers and mild, wet winters. The surrounding hinterland supports orchards, vineyards, and small-scale farming.

According to most chronicles, Daijkan developed during the early centuries of Eldaran civilization as a port of call for caravans and ships. It is governed by a bicameral council of merchants and elders, led by a mayor.

Its economy centers on trade, shipbuilding, and glass production. Daijkan hosts regular markets, shipyards, and workshops that export wares regionally. Cultural life centers on harbor festivals, artisan guilds, and a tradition of public storytelling.

Notable sites include the Grand Harbor, the Glass Dome marketplace, and the Old Citadel perched on the eastern promontory. The city is also known for its mosaic pavements and lantern-lit evenings along canal streets.

Daijkan appears in various novels and role-playing games within the Eldaran canon, where it is often used as a setting for political intrigue, mercantile diplomacy, and sea-borne adventures.