Jelzk
Jelzk is a sovereign city-state on a temperate peninsula along the northern coast of the continent of Ardent. It serves as a commercial and financial hub for the region and operates under a constitutional framework. The population is about 520,000, and the city covers roughly 145 square kilometers. The official language is Jelzkan, with English widely used in government, business, and education. The urban core combines historic districts with modern districts and a long waterfront promenade.
Government is a Mayor-Council system within a constitutional framework. The City Council is elected to legislate,
History traces to early medieval settlements. Jelzk gained prominence as a port city in the late Middle
Economy centers on finance, logistics, information technology, and life sciences. The Port of Jelzk is a regional
Cultural life includes theaters, museums, and festivals. Multilingual education and public programs emphasize inclusion. Notable events