| Caer Merel | |
|---|---|
| Nation | Kastalshire |
| Type | County City |
| Duchy | Caer Thian |
| Ruler | Count Edran Pellor |
| Location | Golden fields of wheat and corn, southwestern Kastalshire |
| Notable For | Grain production, mage-run pest control, watchtower ring |
Situated in golden fields of wheat and corn, Caer Merel is a city built on the backs of farmers. It boasts large and highly secure grain houses and storage facilities. Caer Merel employs an army of mages to deal with vermin, mostly rats. This practice is highly respected, and the duty is not taken lightly. Caer Merel is not walled, but rings of watchtowers extend roughly 20 miles around the city to warn of invaders or monsters.
Ruler
Count Edran Pellor is an adventurous former sea captain whose noble family traded in foodstuffs. He made his reputation sailing shipments into difficult and dangerous places. He retired inland to oversee Caer Merel after the death of his father in the year 1018. With a booming voice and a hundred stories, he is beloved by the farmers who feed the kingdom. Rumors suggest he is growing bored and that his attention to duty is slipping.