Tormiss

Tormiss is a fictional coastal city-state located on the northern coast of the continent of Eldoria. It controls a sheltered harbor at the mouth of the River Verran, with stone quays and a network of canals that connect to inland markets. In peacetime it functions as a crossroads for maritime trade between inland kingdoms and distant ports.

The city is governed by the Conclave of Tides, an elected oligarchy comprised of twelve guildmasters who oversee maritime affairs, trade regulation, and public safety. The Conclave works with a municipal magistrate and a standing council to administer daily governance, adjudicate disputes, and organize defense.

Economy and infrastructure revolve around fishing, salt production, shipbuilding, and cargo trade. The Azure Market draws merchants from various regions to buy spices, textiles, timber, and metals. The harbor is watched by the Lantern of Dusk, a lighthouse that marks the entrance to the inner bays and channels.

History and culture emphasize seamanship and guild honor. Tormiss traces its roots to seafaring clans that settled the bay several centuries ago, expanding through alliances among merchant houses. The culture includes bilingual street speech, maritime rites, and festivals such as Tide Week, which celebrates the harbor’s renewal after storms.

Notable features include the Stone Gate, harbor fortifications, and the Waterway Quarter with warehouses and shipwrights. In fictional settings and games, Tormiss is often portrayed as a bustling port city with careful diplomacy and a backdrop of maritime intrigue.