Theonen

Theonen is a city-state in the eastern lowlands of Aramor, a fictional continent. It serves as a regional commercial center and administrative hub with a history spanning eight centuries. The city sits at the mouth of the Theon River and along a busy river-and-canal network, with a natural harbor that has supported maritime trade since its early days.

The economy is dominated by trade and services, shipbuilding, and textiles. Exports include grain, timber, and pottery, while imports bring metals, spices, and luxury goods. Theon coinage, known as the Theonen Shard, circulates alongside regional currencies.

Theonen is governed by the Assembly of Guilds, a seated council of representatives from major districts and merchant guilds. An elected mayor serves as the executive, subject to assembly oversight and annual budget approval. The legal system is a civil code influenced by mercantile law.

Theonen has a multilingual community, with Theon as the ceremonial language and two regional languages spoken in markets. The city hosts annual Harvest Tide and Founders’ Day festivals. Architecture features arcaded streets, brick-and-timber buildings, and a prominent city hall.

Notable landmarks include the Theon Gate, the Silver Docks, the Hall of Guilds, and the Theon Library. The population is diverse, with humans forming the majority and smaller communities of artisans and traders representing other backgrounds.