skorom
Skorom is a fictional coastal town in the northern region of Eldoria, a continent in a long-running world-building project. It serves as a representative example of a small port town and is used in settings exploring maritime trade, rural life, and local governance.
The name Skorom comes from Skoric, a historic coastal dialect, meaning 'harbor of echoes.' Geographically, Skorom
Founded in the 12th century by seafarers, Skorom grew as a trading post and fishing settlement. It
Its economy centers on fishing, crafts, ship maintenance, and tourism. The town has a modest port, a
Governance is by a five-member town council elected for four-year terms, with a mayor chosen from among
Cultural life centers on the Harbor Festival and boatbuilding. Notable sites include the Old Lighthouse, the