Veekah

Veekah is a coastal city in the fictional archipelago of Lyria, central to the political, economic, and cultural life of the Veekan world. In the narrative, it is depicted as a diverse port city with a long trading heritage, a sheltered harbor, and a network of hills and quays that shape its urban character.

The name Veekah derives from the Veekan language, combining elements that are commonly interpreted as wind and harbor. This etymology reflects the city’s enduring association with seafaring and trade.

Geography and climate are described as a crescent bay on which the Serin River forms an eastern delta. The surrounding landscape includes low wetlands and limestone hills, and the climate is temperate with a distinct wet season that influences daily life and local markets.

Historically, Veekah emerges in the fictional record as a trading post that grows through commerce, craft, and maritime technology. It attains municipal standing in the late medieval period within the broader realm of Lyria and evolves into a regional hub for merchants, scholars, and artisans. In contemporary narratives, Veekah expands its port facilities and cultural institutions while preserving traditional markets.

Governance is modeled on a city council led by a mayor, with departments focused on ports, urban planning, and culture. The economy centers on shipping, logistics, shipbuilding, and crafts, supported by markets, warehouses, and a regional transport network described in the lore.

Veekah is known for its Night Market, performing arts scene, and coastal-influenced cuisine. Notable landmarks include Crescent Gate, Moonwatch Tower, the Central Market, and the Harbor Museum, which preserves maritime artifacts and local history within the fictional setting.