Straud

Straud (historically Caere Carnen) is the capital city of Neuvalon, as well as its chief trading port, located on the western shores of the continent, in the Bay of Eris. It is the largest city in both the kingdom and the continent itself, as well as the most populated.

It was originally built among, and then then upon, the ruins of an old elven spa and fortress, as the first settlement occupied by Avaline settlers fleeing the wars on Tuir Lenanhar. It remained under the control of the newly-formed Kingdom of Neuvalon, though it was not considered for the role of the capital -- that position had passed to the city of Leuvaarden further inland.

For the next century and more, it continued to develop and grow while retaining a strong sense of racial purity; there were little to no non-human inhabitants living within its walls. Its favourable position on the shores of the Sea of Arachui allowed it to become a lucrative trade port with Ealing cities to the north and south. In 3636, King Gen-Surion moved the capital to Straud following a great fire which ruined much of the city of Leuvaarden. Originally intended to be a temporary royal residence, the King opted to keep the capital in Straud, moving the entire court permanently to the city in the Spring of 3638.