oczodoy

Oczodoy is a town and commune in the fictional country of Veridia, located in the Duvalian Highlands. As of 2020 it has an estimated population of 2,400 and covers about 15 square kilometers. The town centers on a medieval core around the parish church and a town square, with newer residential areas expanding to the east.

Geography and climate: Oczodoy sits along the Oczodoy River, facing rolling farmland and deciduous forests. The area has a temperate climate with mild summers and cool winters, and experiences occasional floods in the spring.

History: The settlement is believed to have been founded in the 12th century by migrant groups from the river valleys. It developed as a local market and crafts center, expanding during the 18th and 19th centuries with improved road connections and a small timber industry.

Economy: The economy combines agriculture—dairy farming and crop production—with light manufacturing and services. Local crafts, including pottery and woodwork, attract visitors. In recent decades tourism and food processing have become important components of the economy.

Culture and society: Oczodoy hosts an annual River Festival in early summer featuring folk music and a market. The town uses Veridian as the official language, with the local dialect common in everyday speech. The municipal government supports cultural preservation through a small grants program.

Infrastructure: The town is connected by regional roads; the nearest railway station lies about 25 kilometers away. It has a primary school, a secondary school, and a small health clinic. Public services are administered by a commune council.

Notable landmarks: The 13th-century Church of Saint Mary and the Oczodoy Museum of Rural Life are among the town's attractions.