Klua

Klua is a coastal city in the fictional archipelago of Nyrin, situated on the southern shore of the island of Seleron. It functions as a regional administrative center and a major trading hub, with a population in the tens of thousands. The city’s name is believed to derive from an old Klian term meaning “harbor” or “shelter.”

Geography and climate: The city occupies a natural harbor with hills rising to the north. The climate is temperate maritime, with mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. The harbor opens into a protected basin, enabling fishing, shipping, and cargo handling.

History: Klua grew as a port settlement during the early medieval period, expanding under merchant guilds that controlled regional trade routes. It achieved autonomous municipal status in the late era and remained economically resilient through regional upheavals and changing maritime lanes.

Governance and economy: Klua is governed by a city council representing guilds, merchants, and residents, led by a mayor elected for a four-year term. The economy centers on port activities, fishing, shipbuilding, and crafts, with growing sectors in tourism and light industry.

Culture and society: The city hosts regular markets and cultural festivals that celebrate maritime heritage. The local language, Klian, is widely spoken alongside trade linguae used by merchants. Life blends seafaring traditions with crafts, and local cuisine emphasizes seafood and root vegetables.

Landmarks and infrastructure: Notable sites include the Old Fortress, the Market Gate, and the Waterfront Promenade. Transportation relies on the deep-water harbor and a regional rail link. Klua is home to the Klua Academy of Trade, a secondary institution focused on maritime and commercial studies.