Shelter Lake
Shelter Lake is a farming community of the Tritos Dominion. Thanks to its distance from the capital, the town is both a common settling point for those wanting to get away, and the launching point for those looking to escape the simple life. The town rests in a lush countryside with The Emerald Wood to the north, green year round. To the west is a large fresh-water lake that the town shares its name with.
The well-traveled road that winds through buildings is split near evenly between stone and wooden foundations. After a fire generations ago, much of the town was rebuilt. This has led to a clear divide between what the locals call "Old Town" and everything else. None of that seems to bother the folk who live there these days. Either on your way in or out of Shelter Lake, as the road circles around the water, you will pass by friendly waves from boaters bobbing near the shore.
Shelter Lake is built on the edges of a large freshwater lake of the same name. To the north is The Emerald Wood and to the south numerous small farms surround the countryside. The land is hilly but mostly open plains, halted only by the woods.
Geography
Shelter Lake is built on the edges of a large freshwater lake of the same name. To the north is The Emerald Wood and to the south numerous small farms surround the countryside. The land is hilly but mostly open plains, halted only by the woods.
Demographics
The majority of the townsfolk are crafters, farmers, fishers, and laborers. The people are friendly but hope to stay out of the way of those in power. A large portion of the population lives in the countryside and on farms miles away from the town.
History
Shelter Lake is old by most modern standards. It was founded during the formation of Innex, which is now the Tritos Dominion. The town has stood through most everything, a solid foundation for the kingdom. It often suffered from dragon attacks during its founding, frequently in the path of Scaborous the Pure. Across the region the pangs of change are being felt. During recent years the major conflict of the Demon War left the town relatively unscathed. However, with the political conflicts in the southern region, farming has changed. Now owned by Serawa, the Yarrow Valley provided a major source of food for the Tritos Dominion so demand on the smaller farms has grown. Across the water, the town of Forhold has had a partnership with Shelter Lake since its inception. With the recent change in borders, disputes about the lake have begun to cause problems with fishing and trade.
Government
Shelter Lake falls under the rule of the King of Ania, leader of the Tritos Dominion. Regionally it is run by Baron Druceff who oversees the countryside. The Baron resides in Dondarian, leaving the local rule to Lawmaster Teft.
Crime
While the Crown doesn't have a heavy handed presence in Shelter Lake, a few bandits always seem to think the townsfolk are easy pickings. A well-handled militia led by Lawmaster Teft handles the small amount of theft and vandalism that occurs. If anything escalates beyond that aid is sought after from the garrison in Dondarian.
Defenses
Shelter Lake relies on armed citizens for defense. The guard post on the southern part of the lake is a last line of defense, but is now under the control of the nation of Serawa. Lawmaster Andias Teft handles the majority of disputes.
Industry & Trade
The majority of exports are fish and lumber, including the unique Greenwood from The Emerald Wood. Most crops are brought through Dondarian instead of Shelter Lake.
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Shelter Lake
Shelter Lake is a farming community of the Tritos Dominion. Thanks to its distance from the capital, the town is both a common settling point for those wanting to get away, and the launching point for those looking to escape the simple life. The town rests in a lush countryside with The Emerald Wood to the north, green year round. To the west is a large fresh-water lake that the town shares its name with. The well-traveled road that winds through buildings is split near evenly between stone and wooden foundations. After a fire generations ago, much of the town was rebuilt. This has led to a clear divide between what the locals call "Old Town" and everything else. None of that seems to bother the folk who live there these days. Either on your way in or out of Shelter Lake, as the road circles around the water, you will pass by friendly waves from boaters bobbing near the shore.
The Town of Shelter Lake
Country
Tritos Dominion Founding Date
4,361 DA Population
1,460 (70% Human, 20% Dwarf, 10% other) Rulers
Lawmaster Andias Teft
Baron Druceff Points of Interest
The Docks of Shelter Lake, The Firepit, Greenwood Estate, Greenwood Mill, The Hanging Trout, The Temple of the Hammer
Tritos Dominion Founding Date
4,361 DA Population
1,460 (70% Human, 20% Dwarf, 10% other) Rulers
Lawmaster Andias Teft
Baron Druceff Points of Interest
The Docks of Shelter Lake, The Firepit, Greenwood Estate, Greenwood Mill, The Hanging Trout, The Temple of the Hammer