Rokpelnis

Rokpelnis is a fictional town and administrative unit created for use in Baltic-inspired literature and role-playing games. It is described as lying in the northern region of Nordmark along the Hlidr River, with a landscape of rolling farmland, mixed forest, and small ponds. In this setting, Rokpelnis has a population of about 6,500 and serves as a local hub for agriculture, crafts, and light industry.

Historically, Rokpelnis is portrayed as a market town established in the late medieval period to support river trade and milling. It experienced growth in the 17th and 18th centuries, followed by periods of rebuilding after regional conflicts. The town maintains a historic core centered on a market square, a parish church dating from the 14th century, and a timber-framed town hall.

The economy blends farming—grain, dairy, and vegetables—with small manufacturing and services. The Hlidr River and the regional rail line link Rokpelnis to neighboring communities, supporting commuting and trade. Public services include a school, a library, a clinic, and a small museum focused on regional crafts.

Culturally, Rokpelnis hosts an annual harvest festival and weekly markets. Local cuisine emphasizes rye bread, smoked fish, and mushroom dishes, reflecting forest and river ingredients. The town’s architecture features a mix of medieval remnants and later renovations, with the Old Mill Park as a notable green space.

Name origin is presented in the folklore of Nordmark as a compound meaning “river bend dwelling,” though as a fictional construct its etymology varies by author.