Vaihla
Vaihla is a coastal city-state and archipelago in the eastern seas of the fantasy continent of Meridia. It comprises a cluster of volcanic islands linked by ferries and causeways. The capital, also called Vaihla, sits on the largest island and serves as its political and economic center. The population is around 50,000 residents, with a cosmopolitan mix due to long-standing maritime trade; Vaihli and several minority communities live there, and multilingualism is common, with Vaihli as the lingua franca in trade.
Geography and climate: The islands experience a temperate maritime climate with mild winters and strong summer
History: Vaihla began as a loose federation of fishing villages in the 12th century. It rose as
Government and society: Vaihla is governed by a merchant council elected by guilds in major industries such
Economy and culture: The economy concentrates on shipbuilding, timber, fisheries, and port services, with exporting goods