Selnar

Selnar is a fictional coastal city-state used as a setting in speculative fiction and role-playing games. It is situated on the Mistshore Peninsula in the continent of Veridia, near major sea lanes. The city combines maritime commerce with urban guilds and a ceremonial culture.

Geography and economy: The harbor provides deep-water access and adjacent shipyards. The economy relies on shipbuilding, textile production, and port services, with markets trading timber, wool, ceramics, and spices. The city maintains a network of guilds that influence policy and licensing.

History: Selnar originated as a trading post in the early medieval era and grew through strategic alliances and treaty protections for sea trade. It achieved a degree of autonomy and developed a constitutional council that presides over commerce and municipal governance.

Government and society: The government is a council-led system with a magistrate serving as chief executive. Representation comes from merchant guilds and neighborhood assemblies. The population is diverse, with tradable skills and multilingual residents.

Culture and landmarks: Selnari culture blends maritime tradition with urban craft. Notable sites include the Azure Gate, the Old Harbor Market, the Lighthouse of Stormwatch, and the Grand Warehouse complex. The annual Water Market festival marks the start of the trading season.

In fiction: Selnar is widely used as a setting in novels and role-playing games, often exploring themes of trade, autonomy, and cultural exchange.