Velsbjord
Located deep in a narrow fjord, behind a shielding point of land, Velsbjord is a bustling port. The port serves many fishing boats and whalers looking to sell their cargo for transport to the southern ports. Traders from deeper in the fjord bring fur, deer, elk, and more exotic creatures from the high mountains into the town.
Recent sightings of dragons have raised concern in the town and along the adjacent coastline. A black dragon has been spotted swooping over the town and approaching ships, terrifying villagers and sailors alike, breathing fire on them.
Demographics
This town has a small population of permanent residents, with waves of traders, fishermen, and other sailors and treasure seekers that swell its numbers throughout the year as seasons shift, and the weather changes.
Government
There is a very loose oversight here. Nominally, Velsbjord is the seat of a minor duchy, but Duke Enik resides in Bayport and oversees his interests from that city. He is concerned with his shipping interests, which are managed by Gavin Jackson, chief foreman of his warehouse. Between Gavin and the dock wardens, affairs at the waterfront are managed carefully. The other merchants and resident townsfolk look to Gareth Blackhammer, the local constable. There is a divide between the two groups, with the townsfolk suspecting organized crime in the workings of the port.
Geography
Built along a swift stream flowing down the steep walls of the fjord from the high mountains at the sea's edge. The town is exposed at the edge of the sea with barren slopes running up to a ring of evergreen woods leading into the mountains.
Natural Resources
The sea's bounty, mixed with wood, furs from trapping and hunting, and the wealth of ore being mined in the mountains further inland.
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