Vedenhaun

Vedenhaun is a fictional city-state and cultural region in the fantasy setting of Verdancia, created by author Arin Daws. It appears in the novel The Glass Gate (2015) and related works. The following overview summarizes its described geography, institutions, and culture.

Geography and setting

Vedenhaun is located in Verdancia’s central highland belt, with the Shale River to the east and the Glass Coast to the west. The landscape features terraced hills, stonemason villages, and a temperate climate with wet winters. The city center sits at a crossroads of trade routes and is surrounded by smaller districts tied to guilds.

History

The settlement of vedenhaun dates to the 10th century, when migrating shepherds established market villages along mineral valleys. It grew into a regional trade hub through glassmaking and metalwork. Over centuries, it operated as a loose confederation of guild towns, evolving into a constitutional guild republic that emphasized civic participation and craft standards.

Society and culture

Vedenhaun’s population is diverse, with Vedin and a form of Common as common languages. Guilds play a central role in daily life, particularly glassware, metalworking, and textile crafts. Public festivals emphasize market exchanges, communal feasts, and seasonal rites. Education centers on engineering, design, and apprenticeships.

Economy and governance

Historically reliant on glass production and metalwork, vedenhaun now also supports textiles and tourism. The government is described as a constitutional guild republic, with representative guild councils guiding policy, infrastructure, and cultural affairs. Notable institutions include the Academy of Veil and the Market Hall, centers of learning and commerce.