Kogutavale

Kogutavale is a fictional village and municipality used in literature and tabletop role-playing contexts. It is described as a rural settlement situated in a temperate valley surrounded by low hills, with farmland and a small river shaping its landscape.

Etymology: The name combines the Slavic word for rooster, kogut, with vale, an English toponym for a valley, reflecting its agrarian setting.

History and economy: It is depicted as founded by agrarian settlers in the early modern period and developing into a small agricultural community. The local economy centers on poultry farming, dairy production, and crafts, with tourism centered on markets and seasonal events.

Demographics and governance: The settlement is portrayed as home to roughly 1,800 to 2,200 residents. It is governed by a municipal council and a mayor, with an emphasis on local services, education, and community programs.

Culture and features: A notable event is the annual Poultry Festival, featuring poultry shows, folk music, and regional cuisine. There are local crafts and a traditional dialect in some depictions. Notable features commonly described include the Kogutavale Reserve and a historic stone bridge.

In literature and media: Kogutavale functions as a setting for stories about community resilience, rural life, and the interaction between tradition and change, often illustrating ideals of cooperation and self-reliance in a small-town context.

See also: List of fictional places.