selkeydelle

Selkeydelle is a fictional coastal town and commune in the western archipelago of Eldoria, commonly referenced in fantasy literature and tabletop role-playing game settings. It sits along a tidal inlet that connects the open sea to inland waterways, shaping its urban layout and economic life. The town is known for a network of canals, timber-framed houses, and a central quay that handles coastal trade.

Selkeydelle is governed by a mayor and a twelve-member town council elected by residents. The municipality is divided into four quarters, each with a quarter council that coordinates markets, public works, and safety. The population is described as diverse, including fishermen, artisans, and merchants; in-world sources typically place it at a few thousand residents.

The local economy centers on fishing, shipbuilding, harbor services, and small-scale rope and net manufacture. Seasonal markets attract traders from neighboring islands, and the port serves as a relay point for goods moving between inland lakes and the sea. The town’s culture emphasizes maritime crafts, folklore, and guild traditions.

Architecturally, Selkeydelle blends timber-framed houses with raised walkways and stone foundations to withstand tides. Notable landmarks include the Citadel of Dales, a hilltop fortress ruin, and the White Gate, the ceremonial entrance to the canal district. The town preserves a modest archives collection detailing past trade alliances with nearby polities.

The annual Turning Tide festival marks the harbor’s role in regional commerce, featuring boat parades, markets, and sea-shanty performances. The town’s fictional geography and institutions are used across multiple works within the Eldorian setting.