Gegwind

Gegwind is a fictional town and civil parish in the region of Northmere, Veridia. It lies on the banks of the Geg River, approximately 40 kilometers north of the regional capital Northgate. The population is about 4,900 people.

The landscape consists of gently rolling farmland interspersed with small wooded areas. The climate is temperate, with mild summers and cool winters, and the area experiences regular fogs along the river valley.

The name Gegwind is of uncertain origin, though local tradition links it to the wind-swept plains that surround the town. The first documented references date to the 12th century, when the settlement served as an agricultural outpost. A cluster of windmills emerged in the 17th and 18th centuries and remained prominent into the industrial era.

Economy and infrastructure: The local economy centers on agriculture—grain, dairy, and poultry—supplemented by timber processing and small-scale manufacturing. Gegwind is connected by regional roads and is served by a bus network; the nearest railway service is in Northgate. The town has a small commercial center, a market square, and a public library.

Culture and landmarks: Notable landmarks include the historic Gegwind Windmill and the stone Causeway Bridge over the Geg River. The annual Wind Festival celebrates local agriculture and wind-energy heritage. The community speaks a locally influenced dialect within Veridian language groups.

Governance and services: Gegwind falls within the Northmere District and is governed by a parish council with an elected chair. Public services include a primary school and a volunteer fire service; secondary education and higher-level health services are located in Northgate.