illmouth

Illmouth is a fictional location featured in the Discworld series of novels by Terry Pratchett. It is a city situated on the coast of the Circle Sea, described as a sprawling, often grimy, and perpetually damp port town. The name itself is indicative of its nature, suggesting a place where unpleasant things and diseases might gather.

The city is known for its diverse and often eccentric population, a melting pot of various species and professions typical of Discworld. Illmouth is a hub for trade, smuggling, and a variety of less-than-legal activities. It is also home to a significant number of wizards, though they tend to be of a lower academic standing than those at Unseen University in Ankh-Morpork.

Illmouth has served as a setting for several Discworld novels, notably featuring in stories involving the Thieves' Guild and certain magical characters. Its atmosphere is often depicted as one of neglect and decay, with narrow, winding streets, ramshackle buildings, and a pervasive smell of fish and the sea. Despite its unsavory reputation, Illmouth is a vital part of the Discworld's geography and culture, representing a rougher, more independent element compared to the more dominant city of Ankh-Morpork.