berahtaz

Berahtaz is a fictional city in the high fantasy setting of Eldoria, frequently appearing in role-playing game modules and fantasy literature. It lies at the mouth of the Silver River on the eastern coast, where a natural harbor has sustained centuries of trade and cultural exchange. The city is known for a basalt citadel surrounding a busy harbor district, a glassworks quarter that produces reflective wares, and a lively traders' market. Governance operates through a council composed of guild representatives, with a mayor elected for a fixed term. The economy centers on shipping, textiles, and ceramics, complemented by import of spices and timber from inland and overseas routes. Historically, Berahtaz served as a treaty-capital during regional conflicts and evolved into a cultural crossroads, hosting scholars, merchants, and artisans alike. The population is diverse, including humans and several allied races, with guilds playing a prominent role in social and economic life. Notable landmarks include the Moon Gate, the Iron Market, and the Berahtaz Library, which houses navigational charts and maritime logs. In lore, the city faced a defining crisis in the Eclipse Year, a confrontation between merchant interests and arcane powers that was settled by a pact between civic leaders and mages. The name is thought to derive from an ancient coastal language, though exact etymology varies by source.