Krzyko

Krzyko is a small town and commune in the Veridian Republic, located on the Krza River in the Veridian Highlands. It is the administrative seat of Krzyko Municipality. As of 2023, the population is about 6,200.

The town sits at roughly 420 meters elevation, with a temperate climate of warm summers and cold winters. Surrounding countryside is mixed farmland and forest, with several streams feeding the river.

Krzyko is first mentioned in records from 1324. It grew around a market town and a small monastery, and expanded in the 19th century with a textile mill. Modernization followed in the late 20th century.

The local economy relies on dairy and grains, small-scale manufacturing, and services. A regional road network supports commuting to nearby towns, and an industrial park opened in the early 2000s.

Landmarks include the 13th‑century St. Mary Church and the Market Square. The town hosts an annual harvest festival and a weekly farmers’ market.

Krzyko is governed by a municipal council and a mayor. The population is primarily Veridian-speaking, with small minority communities. The religious landscape is broadly secular with a Catholic minority.

Regional roads connect Krzyko to surrounding towns; the nearest train station is in Nivor, 12 kilometers away. There is no airport. Education is provided by Krzyko Primary School and Krzyko High School.