Fortleva

Fortleva is a fictional town created for use in fantasy literature and tabletop gaming. In its canonical imagery, it is a fortified urban center in the fictional nation of Valoria, serving as a regional administrative seat and commercial hub. The name Fortleva combines a fortification motif with a suffix common in Valorian toponymy.

Geography and climate: The town is set on a basalt plateau overlooking the Elar River, with a temperate climate and agricultural hinterland.

History: Fortleva originated in the 12th century as a fortress built to defend river traffic and cross-border trade. By the 14th century a walled town formed around the citadel. It endured sieges in regional conflicts and grew as a market town by the early modern period. The fortifications were expanded in the 15th and 16th centuries; many historic structures remain within the old town core.

Administration: Fortleva is the seat of Fortlevan District; municipal government consists of a mayor and a town council elected every four years. It hosts a regional hospital, a public library, and a district court.

Economy and culture: The local economy blends tourism focused on historical sites, artisanal crafts, and agriculture. Key landmarks include the Fortleva Citadel, the Stone Bridge, and Market Square. The Fortleva Festival, held annually, celebrates history through reenactments and crafts, attracting visitors from the region.

Transportation: The town is connected by regional roads and a rail spur with a central station linking to larger cities.

In fiction: Fortleva features in multiple novels and role-playing games set in Valoria, with variations of its geography and institutions used to suit different narratives.