KeVstäs

KeVstäs is a fictional city-state and cultural region used in speculative fiction, worldbuilding, and role-playing games. In its in-universe setting, it sits on a protected harbor along a rocky coast in the northern archipelago of the realm of Aeloria, with a landscape of pine forests, basalt outcrops, and terraced hills.

The name derives from the constructed KeVstian language, with 'Ke-' indicating affiliation and 'stäs' meaning home or seat. The population is depicted as ethnically diverse, including fishermen, artisans, merchants, and scholars.

Governance is a constitutional council led by a ceremonial governor. The economy centers on shipbuilding, glassmaking, timber, and seafood, and the city is known for its stained glass and wood carving. Apprenticeships are a cornerstone of its craft traditions.

Culturally, KeVstäs emphasizes storytelling, music, and craft. The annual Lumen Festival celebrates light and glasswork and attracts visitors from neighboring regions. Local cuisine features rye bread, smoked fish, and berry preserves.

Prominent sites include the Old Quarter, the Glass Hills, and the Docks of Veil. In fiction, KeVstäs is often used as a compact model of artisanal economy and civic participation, allowing writers to explore themes of regional identity, autonomy, and cultural exchange.