Black Landing

within the Province of the Storm Coast, Continent of Valdemar

Black Landing is the southernmost city-state in Valdemar’s eastern province of the Storm Coast. It began as a humble haven for pirates from the Savage Bay to the south, but over time grew because of the security the town offered. This security only came after a particularly vicious pirate lord gained dominance and imposed strict rule. Thievery and pirating were to be kept outside the city walls, and few wanted to hijack trade meant for a pirate stronghold. The growth the cities security led to turned it into a bustling mercantile center, with trade sailing from all along Valdemar and the pirate enclaves to the south, which most other cities of the Storm Coast refused to deal with.

Over the years, this affinity for trade with all factions has resulted in Black Landing being the most prosperous trade center in the Storm Coast, and a haven for the Black Brotherhood. It is said you can find anything within its walls, if you know who to ask. While the city itself is not the largest of the province’s city-states, it is considered the wealthiest. This wealth supports its massive mercenary forces, enabling it to field the largest army of all the city-states. While these soldiers are paid like all others, they are not bound to service for any particular Lord and can seek out the service of the highest bidder. This has resulted in their reputation for being highly skilled, even if very expensive. The city today is ruled by a council of merchant lords.