Neélin

Neélin is a fictional coastal city in the fantasy setting of Eldoria. It sits on a crescent bay along the Zephyr Sea and is the capital of the province of Lyrath.

The population is depicted at about 28,000, with a mix of communities and bilingual everyday life, using Common Tongue and Eldorian. The city is bounded to the north by limestone cliffs and to the south by a deep harbor that shelters fishing fleets and merchant ships.

Neélin was founded in the 6th century by seafaring merchants and developed into a trading hub and medieval guild center. It experienced revival during a renaissance and underwent modernization in the 19th century, with rebuilding after a major earthquake in 1723 shaping its urban form.

The economy centers on fishing, shipbuilding, timber, and glassmaking, with the harbor supporting regional trade. The Seabreak Market anchors its commercial life, and a university offers maritime-focused programs.

Cultural life emphasizes maritime crafts and coastal literature. The Windsong Festival celebrates sea-based arts, and the city features timber-framed architecture and narrow lanes.

Governance is provided by a municipal council led by a mayor; Neélin is part of the Eldorian Confederation, a loose federation of coastal city-states.

Notable landmarks include the Windward Gate, Seabreak Market, and the Library of Neélin.