Sukkia

Sukkia is a fictional city-state and the capital of the Sukkian Commonwealth, imagined as a major maritime hub on the southern coast of Valoria. With a population of roughly 420,000, it combines dense urban areas with nearby fishing harbors and shipyards.

Geography and climate: The city sits at the mouth of the Serene River, sheltered by a crescent coastline; the climate is subtropical, with wet winters and dry summers.

History: Sukkia traces its origins to 10th century trading posts; it gained greater autonomy in the 16th century and became the Commonwealth's political center by the 18th.

Economy and infrastructure: The harbor handles commercial shipping, ferries, and ship repair; the economy blends logistics, fisheries, tourism, and light manufacturing; Sukkia University and a research park anchor innovation.

Culture and society: The city is multilingual, with Sukkian as official and trade lingua franca; common cultural events include the Wind Festival and Lantern Market; cuisine emphasizes seafood, citrus, and sea salt.