Októl

Októl is a fictional coastal town in the northern archipelago of the world of Lyria, created for fantasy literature and related media. It appears in novels, role-playing games, and fan lore, serving as a modest harbor town where sailors mingle with merchants and artisans.

Geography and climate: Októl sits in a sheltered inlet along the Strait of Nyra. It features steep shoreline streets, terraced houses, and a foggy, temperate climate with strong sea winds. The harbor is protected by a stone breakwater and the lighthouse called the Eye of Októl.

History: Founded by fishing families in the early medieval era, Októl grew through coastal trade in salt, timber, and fish. It experienced a period of decline after a devastating storm in the 17th century, then revived through shipbuilding and guild crafts in the 18th and 19th centuries. In many later works, it became a gateway to the northern regions of Lyria.

Administration and economy: Októl is governed by a mayor and a town council. The economy centers on the harbor, small-scale fisheries, shipyards, and crafts such as rope-making and glasswork. Tourism has grown in recent decades thanks to the annual maritime festival.

Culture and landmarks: The town hosts the Night Market and the Maritime Festival in early summer. Notable sites include the Eye of Októl lighthouse, the Salt House, and the Cove Gate, a natural arch used by local storytellers as a stage for performances.

In fiction: Októl is widely used in world-building circles and fan-curated timelines. Canon varies between works, with different authors elaborating on its history, demographics, and customs.