Vanheim
Vanheim is a small trade town located in the east of Elderan, situated on the banks of the Elderna River, and within the Elderna Woodlands. A high number of the town's population are Dwarves.
Vanheim is under the jurisdiction of the Kingdom of Dun'Vol, and due to it's unique position within the Elderna Woodlands, it has access to a unique set of resources, which are then exported down to the Elderna River to be traded across the rest of the world, primarily fruit and nuts.
Due to it's location, Vanheim is also positioned as a diplomatic hub between the Kingdom of Dun'Vol and the Eternal Grove, where diplomats from both factions can maintain their partnership, discuss current events, and facilitate the trade of unique resources, only available to the settlements of the Eternal Grove.
Despite being located within the Elderna Woodlands, the people of Vanheim are forbidden from having an adverse effect on the the local environment, such as felling trees, as to not upset the Eternal Grove, who see the Elderna Woodlands as a sacred place. If the people of Vanheim ever want to extend the town's borders, or even cut down a tree, they need permission from the Eternal Grove, witch is uncommon, and even then, the Druids of the Eternal Grove will arrive to perform Magically ceremonies over the tree before it is felled. These restrictions are resulting in a growing tension and negative sentiment for the Eternal Grove among the population of Vanheim.
Government
Vanheim is governed by a Burgomaster, who is appointed by the Kingdom of Dun'Vol. The Burgomaster oversees the affairs of the town and it's population, as well as serving as a diplomat, on behalf of the Kingdom of Dun'Vol, who is responsible for maintaining the kingdom's relationship with the Eternal Grove.
Defence
Vanheim is defended by a small garrison of Stonewatch, the local guard of the Kingdom of Dun'Vol.
Commerce
Vanheim is a trade town, cultivating and trading rare goods that can only be found within the Elderna Woodlands, primarily that of local fruits and nuts. Vanheim also facilitates trade with the settlements of the Eternal Grove, giving it access to rare resources and craftsmanship, either harvested or created by the druidic people of the Eternal Grove.
Vanheim also has a small trade of fish, harvested from the Elderna River, though the haul of the local fishermen is carefully monitored, to prevent detrimental effects on the environment, in accordance with the town's partnership with the Eternal Grove.
Geography
Vanheim is located within a small clearing, amidst the Elderna Woodlands, situated on the banks of the Elderna River.
The town is a collection of simple buildings, a mix of wood and stone, with a market located in it's centre, and a small harbour located at the riverfront. The buildings furthest from the centre of town can be found spread out amidst the trees.
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