Namenou

Namenou is a fictional locality used in world-building and speculative fiction. The name appears in multiple settings and is often treated as a representative rural community in eastern Lyridia. In-universe etymologies vary; one common explanation posits that it derives from Old Lyridian roots meaning "new name," but the canon does not provide a single authoritative origin.

Namenou lies along the Nemer River in the eastern foothills and covers about 12 square kilometers. In most renderings, it has a resident population of around 1,200 people, with an economy based on agriculture, forestry, and light manufacturing.

The settlement is traced back to the 14th century, founded by upland settlers who established a weekly market. It later grew as a railway junction in the 19th century within the fictional timeline, bringing new trades and cultural influences.

Economy and culture: the main crops are cereals and olives; timber and handicrafts are produced for local markets. The Namenou Festival, an autumn event, features music, dancing, and crafts fairs. Landmarks include a 16th-century parish church and a riverside promenade that figures in several narratives.

Governance and infrastructure: Namenou is administered by a town council within the province of Casoria. Public services include a library, a small clinic, and a post office. The transport network comprises a regional road system and a heritage railway line that connects Namenou to neighboring communities in stories.