Pokroilé

Pokroilé is a fictional town in the highlands of the imagined country of Nyradia. Created as a setting for literature and gaming, it appears in several works that explore rural life, regional identity, and the tension between tradition and modernization. The name Pokroilé is presented as derived from a local dialect, with historical roots dating to the late medieval period in the lore.

Geographically, Pokroilé sits at roughly 600 meters above sea level, beside the Valaen River. The surrounding landscape comprises mixed woodlands to the west and open pastures to the east, with a cool, temperate climate and snowy winters. The town is built on terraces that follow the riverbank, preserving views of the surrounding valley.

Historical records within the fiction describe Pokroilé as founded in the 12th century by settlers from nearby valleys. The town endured several major fires, notably in the mid-15th century and again in the late 19th century, after which it was rebuilt with stone and brick. A local archive preserves chronicles of guilds, merchants, and church life.

Within its fictional governance structure, Pokroilé is a municipal town with a council and a mayor. As of the contemporary period in the works, the population is about 8,000 residents, with a diverse artisan and farming community. It forms part of the wider district of Lyrdar and relies on forestry, craft workshops, and agritourism for its economy.

Cultural life centers on the annual Pokroilé Days festival, featuring wood carving, folk songs, and markets. Notable landmarks include the St. Michael's Church, the Clock Tower, and a centuries-old stone bridge. The town preservers a local dialect and traditional crafts, while contemporary writers and game designers expand its lore.

Pokroilé has been used as a setting for novels, a fantasy role-playing game supplement, and short films, where it serves as a microcosm of rural resilience and communal memory.