Ohnnen

Ohnnen is a fictional city-state that appears in various works of fantasy literature, role-playing games, and related media. In most portrayals, it sits on a sheltered maritime or riverine estuary in a temperate region and serves as a commercial and intellectual center. The name Ohnnen is attributed to an ancient local tongue in several texts, with etymologies ranging from “harbor of many paths” to “shadowed haven,” though specifics vary by author.

Geographically, Ohnnen is described as a densely built urban core with stone warehouses along a broad harbor, rimmed by low hills or riverbanks. Its population is depicted as diverse, including merchants, navigators, artisans, scholars, and clerks. The economy centers on trade, shipbuilding, and crafts, and markets are a frequent setting in stories.

Historically, the city is often presented as a longstanding port with medieval to early modern origins. Politically, many depictions show a constitutional framework in which a council or senate, composed of guild representatives and property owners, selects a mayor or magistrate. Ohnnen is commonly shown maintaining alliances with neighboring polities and hosting diplomatic missions.

Culturally, Ohnnen emphasizes scholarship and craftsmanship. Recurring institutions include a city library, a navigation school, and guild halls. Landmark features commonly cited are the harbor promenade, arcaded streets, and a central square that hosts annual festivals, such as the Harbor Market and Night of Lights.