Favreaus

Favreaus is a small town in the highlands of the fictional nation of Lyridia. It lies along the Malar River, about 40 kilometers from the regional capital, and functions as an agricultural and artisanal hub for the surrounding valleys. The surrounding landscape is characterized by terraced fields, pine forests, and rocky outcrops, with a temperate climate and four distinct seasons.

Favreaus occupies a valley floor at roughly 700 meters above sea level. Soils are loamy and well-suited to crops such as oats, barley, and hay. The town experiences a maritime-influenced climate with cool winters and mild summers.

Founded in the 12th century by agrarian settlers, Favreaus grew around a market square and a stone parish church. It endured periodic lordship changes and defensive conflicts in the medieval period, and gained self-government rights in the early modern era.

Favreaus is governed by a mayor and a town council. The eight-member council is elected to four-year terms, and the mayor acts as the executive head with responsibility for budget and services.

As of the last census, the population is about 3,200. The community is predominantly Lyridian in ethnicity, with a local dialect of the Lyridian language. The town is religiously diverse, with Lutheran and traditional folk beliefs represented.

The economy centers on dairy farming, grain production, and craft workshops producing cheese, pottery, and textiles. Tourism is modest, focused on historic architecture and countryside.

Notable sites include the Bastion Gate, the Church of Saint Alder, and the Old Market Hall. The annual Harvest Festival features processions, music, and crafts.