Mid Port
The Shipwrights' Haven
Nestled on the rugged eastern coast of the island, Mid Port is a place of precision, tradition, and industry. Home to the renowned Vanron-Lurk Shipwrights, named in honour of Misteth Vanron and Arastmith Lurk, Mid Port is the beating heart of Cruentum's shipbuilding legacy, the port serves as both a workshop of unmatched craftsmanship and a sanctuary for those who labour to keep Cruentum’s seafaring dominance unrivalled.
A Natural Fortress
The waters leading to Mid Port are treacherous, protected by a curving underwater wall of jagged rock that acts as both a shield and a gatekeeper. This natural barrier, forged by the island’s volcanic past, makes it nearly impossible for unskilled sailors or uninvited vessels to reach the harbour. Only those who know the "Vanron Channel", a narrow and winding safe passage through the rocky defences, can navigate safely to the port. Local pilots, trained in the region’s quirks and tides, are often hired to guide unfamiliar captains through the dangerous approach.
For outsiders, the rocks are a deterrent; for the Vanron-Lurk Shipwrights, they are an ally—shielding their work and wares from prying eyes and rough seas.
The Shipyards of Vanron-Lurk
The heart of Mid Port lies in its vast shipyards, where the Vanron-Lurk name has become a byword for quality and innovation across the Glass Sea. The shipyards hum with activity from sunrise to dusk, filled with the sounds of hammers striking timber, saws cutting planks, and the rhythmic creak of ship frames taking form.
The Vanron-Lurk Shipwrights specialize in everything from nimble trading vessels to massive warships, their designs refined over generations. Ships crafted here are renowned not just for their durability and speed but also for their artistry—elegant carvings along the prows, reinforced hulls designed to weather violent storms, and sails woven with precision to harness the winds of any sea.
Workshops line the docks, their walls heavy with the smell of fresh-cut wood, tar, and salt. Master shipwrights oversee every project, teaching apprentices who come to Mid Port seeking to learn from the best. It is said that "to sail on a Vanron-Lurk is to sail on perfection", and captains across the seas hold their Mid Port ships as badges of honour.
The Community of Mid Port
The town itself sprawls around the shipyards, a settlement built to serve the shipwrights and sailors who make their livelihood here. Taverns like The Rigger’s Respite and The Shining Mast offer hearty meals and stiff drinks to labourers at day’s end, while blacksmiths, carpenters, and sailmakers ply their trades in smaller workshops. Mid Port lacks the bustling chaos of Arastmith or South Port—it is a place of focused industry, where every man and woman knows their role in ensuring the success of the Vanron-Lurk name.
Though pragmatic and hardworking, the people of Mid Port are proud of their craft. Their voices carry an unshakable confidence when they speak of their ships, and every family seems to have a connection to the shipyards—be it a carpenter, a sailmaker, or a master craftsman who worked on the admiral’s own vessel.
A Symbol of Legacy
Mid Port is more than a shipbuilding hub; it is a living tribute to the legacy of Misteth Vanron and Arastmith Lurk. Statues of the two founders stand at the centre of the main square—a half-elf admiral holding a mariner’s compass and a pirate lord gazing toward the horizon. Together, they watch over the town, reminders of Cruentum’s origins and its enduring mastery of the seas.
The Heart of Cruentian Craftsmanship
In Mid Port, ships are not just built—they are forged, tested, and perfected. Each vessel that leaves the docks is a testament to the precision of the Vanron-Lurk Shipwrights and a declaration of Cruentum’s naval power. For those who find their way through the perilous rocks to Mid Port, the reward is worth the danger: a ship that will carry them to glory, fortune, or legend on the endless waters of the Glass Sea.
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