Riikot

Riikot is a fictional coastal city that serves as a setting in speculative fiction and role-playing games. It is described across multiple works as a hub of maritime trade, cultural exchange, and political intrigue.

Riikot lies on the delta of the Riik River along the southern coast of the archipelago of Nyr. The natural harbor supports a dense historic core known as Old Riikot, with newer districts extending along the waterfront and the industrial quay.

In the canon, Riikot began as a small trading post in the early medieval era, grew into a major port during the late industrial period, and later broadened into services and technology sectors. The city features a layered urban landscape reflecting successive waves of growth.

Riikot is typically depicted as governed by a city council led by a mayor. Local districts elect representatives to council committees, and planning and public safety are described as shared responsibilities between municipal agencies.

Key sectors include shipping and logistics, shipbuilding, fisheries, and tourism, with a growing information technology and software services industry. The Tide Market, a riverside bazaar, is a cultural and commercial centerpiece.

Riikot is noted for its maritime heritage, covered markets, and distinctive waterfront architecture. Notable landmarks include the Harbor Gate, the Iron Spine Bridge, and the Tide Market Clock Tower. Cultural life centers on harbor festivals and street performances.

The city relies on ferries, a light metro network, and a ring-road system connecting districts to the harbor. The port remains active, handling both commercial traffic and private vessels.

Riikot appears in novels, tabletop role-playing campaigns, and video games as a setting for political drama, mercantile intrigue, and coastal adventure.