Salidor

Salidor is a fictional coastal city commonly featured in fantasy fiction and tabletop role-playing games. It is depicted as a principal trading hub in the southern archipelago, with a cosmopolitan population, an active harbor, and a reputation for commercial acumen.

Situated at the sheltered delta of the Serath River, Salidor spans hillside districts and broad quays; its climate is temperate maritime with cool winters and warm summers. It hosts an ethnically diverse population, with residents speaking Salidorian, Common, and various creole forms.

Founded by merchant guilds in the early medieval period, Salidor developed into a wealthy port during the Golden Fleet era. It endured sieges from corsairs and rival city-states, and recovered after a major earthquake in year 1426, which reshaped its harbor and street plan.

The city is governed by a council drawn from major guilds, with a mayor elected from among councilors. Guild influence remains strong in trade regulation, harbor duties, and municipal affairs. Social structure includes merchant households, maritime workers, artisans, and scholars.

The port facilitates imports of spices, metals, and timber, and supports shipbuilding and repair. Markets are known for textiles, glassware, and ceramics. Annual festivals celebrate seamanship, harvest, and a patron saint of travelers. Landmarks include the Grand Bazaar, the Lantern Gate, and the Hall of Records.

In popular culture, Salidor features in multiple novels, the Echoes of the Sea series, and role-playing campaigns, where it serves as a nexus for smugglers, merchants, and adventurers.