Nairopolis

Nairopolis (Nye-rah-poh-lus) is a port city in the far north of Duskfar. The population numbers a few hundred with an area of approximately 15 Square Miles (39 sq. km).

Nairopolis serves as a maritime hub, offering safe harbor to merchant ships.

History
Nairopolis was established in the year 16 AE by refugees fleeing the destroyed city of Arhestiri from the south.

Geography
Nairopolis has a moderate climate, experiencing mild days and small amounts of rain during the dry summer season and cool days with frequent rain showers during the wet winter season. The city is situated between the Northern Coast of Duskfar, in the Nairo Bay and the Nairo River. The adequate soil in the surrounding area supports patches of grass and bushes, while the land further inland is home to sparsely populated forests. Deer, armadillos and hyenas are known to wonder the wilds outside of Nairopolis, and salmon, tuna, and dwarf whales are often found in the bay.

The foothills and mountains to the south and west of Nairopolis are known to contain metals, gems and minerals and boast impressive waterfalls at the head of the Nairo River.

Governance
The city of Nairopolis has no central established government. It instead relies on the guidance of elder members of the community.

The sheer isolation of Nairopolis allows it to forgo a traditional garrison or guard. Threats made against the city are usually dealt with by the armed residents themselves.

Common law is respected for the most part in Nairopolis, with criminals usually punished by their victims or friend's and families of their victims.

Economy
The economy of Nairopolis relies mostly on revenue brought in from its maritime guests via taverns, brothels and harbor fees. Many residents own and operate fisheries, selling their catches to merchants an other townspeople.

A handful of mines operate in the foothills surrounding Nairopolis. The lack of roads and dangerous mountain goats deter a lucrative arrangement, but the few mines in operation extract moderate amounts of iron and copper.