oksiston

Oksiston is a fictional city and regional capital in the sovereign republic of Valoria, located in the eastern Kestrel Basin along the Jagna River. The metropolitan area is home to about 420,000 people and serves as a major political and economic center.

The site was settled in the 12th century by merchant families who built a riverside market. It expanded through guilds and river trade, industrialized in the 19th century, and shifted toward services after the mid-20th century.

Geography and climate: Oksiston lies on a river delta with rolling hills to the north and fertile plains to the south. It has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters, averaging about 700 mm of precipitation annually.

Economy: The city has a diversified economy anchored in logistics, manufacturing, education, and public administration. The river port and rail network make it a regional logistics hub, while several universities and research centers drive innovation.

Governance: Oksiston is governed by a mayor and a 48-member city council elected for four-year terms. It sits within the Valorian regional assembly and maintains multiple international sister-city relationships.

Culture and infrastructure: The city hosts the Valorian Institute of Technology and Arts, theaters, museums, and cultural festivals such as Riverfest. Oksiston is served by Oksiston International Airport, a central railway hub, and a network of expressways; the Jagna River supports port and recreational activity.