Saltmarsh

Summary

Saltmarsh is a nondescript fishing village tucked away on the southern coast of the Kingdom of Keoland. It has existed along the coast of the Azure Sea for over a century, serving as a fishing mecca for fisherman and as a political stronghold for the forces that have battled over it-- namely King Skotti of Keoland and the Sea Princes.

Politics

Saltmarsh is overseen by the Saltmarsh City Council, who consist of a handful of important peoples from various backgrounds. They meet once weekly to discuss town matters. King Skotti's conquest of Saltmarsh was politically dividing for many of the denizens of the town. Those who begrudgingly live under the new royal of the crown and yearn for simpler times before a king call themselves traditionalists, while those who have taken a liking to the security and prosperity that Keoland has provided have dubbed themselves loyalists.

Commerce

Commerce in Saltmarsh flourishes thanks to the many skills and trades that can be found amongst the city. The average adventurer will be able to meet all of their basic needs in the city-- whether it be weapons, armor, adventuring gear, or anything in between. The majority of Saltmarsh's wealth comes from its fishin industry, a good majority of which is owned by Anders Solmor and Gellan Primewater. Recently, the new Copperlocks Mine has provided an alternative means of work and a promising new industry for the area as well.

Major Points of Interest

City Council Hall

Where the majority of political hearings and meetings are held by the City Council.

Docks

The lifeblood of the city, where all major commerce and seafaring adventuring takes place. It is always teeming with activity.

Mariner's Guildhall

The only guild for seafarers in Keoland, this guildhall houses the Mariners' Guild, which has its own expansive politics and subculture.

The Green Market

A flea market alongside the Kingfisher River provides the home for the majority of commerce that takes place in Saltmarsh. Most anything an adventurer needs can be found between the odds and ends of the many vendors here at the market.

The Empty Net

Although traditionally for smugglers and rapscallions, the Empty Net (owned by Kreb Shenker) is a local favorite for patrons of all walks of life in Saltmarsh.

Bloodlines

Sunderkeen

A lineage of dwarves who have operated a The Green Market Potion Shop for three generations.

Solmors Family

The Solmors family has owned the largest fishing company in Saltmarsh for over thirty years.

Demographics

Saltmarsh is composed almost entirely of humans, although a healthy number of wood elves have migrated here from the Silverstand, as well as a number of dwarves who have come from Cloud Peaks.

History

Saltmarsh was built on the ruins of a much older settlement, which is sometimes called Old Saltmarsh or the Old Harbor. It operated as a small, indepedent village until it was annexed by Keoland.

Holidays

Flockfest

On the evening before the month of Flocktime, or rather the 28th Day of Planting, the denizens of Saltmarsh throw a city-wide celebration known as Flockfest. Meant to celebrate the good fortune that the city has enjoyed in the form of unnaturally plentiful fish, the festival attracts travelers far and wide for its joyful atmosphere, excellent food, and its eccentric Fish Toss event.

Maps

Saltmarsh
A long-time fishing hub and home for many resting adventurers, the backwater town of Saltmarsh is where the region draws its name from.

Type

Large town

Population

2,022

Inhabitant Demonym

Saltmarsher

Location under

Saltmarsh Region

Included Locations

Owner/Ruler

King Skotti

Owning Organization

Keoland

Characters in Location

Remove these ads. Join the Worldbuilders Guild

Saltmarsh

Summary

Politics

Commerce