Hazelden

Geography
Hazelden is a coastal city built on cliffs overlooking the western sea in northern Hearth. With the aid of dwarves from Jörvask, the people of Hazelden have carved into the cliffs themselves to better move products to and from the docks constructed below at sea level. Several major roads split just outside of the town, funneling goods only available by sea to the rest of Hearth.

History
What began as a small fishing community quickly developed into a booming economic trade center for Hearth. Merchants, both from within Hearth and from beyond, used Hazelden's meager docks to move goods in and out of the nation. As more business came through, the town grew into the powerful state it is today.

Government
In a town where coin flows freely, it can be had to keep corruption out of politics. Hazelden attempts to combat such eventualities with a chamber of representative, refereed to as "Speakers", that are chosen at random through a lottery. Speakers serve a three year term and decide how to best allocate the town's funds.

Inhabitants
Hazelden's population consists primarily of dockworkers, sailors, merchants, and traders. It's also one of the most diversely populated towns within Hearth, with representation from just about every race imaginable.

The Docks
Without dispute, the docks are the busiest location in the entire town. With so many ships coming and going at all hours, its even developed its own tourist-friendly marketplace and nightlife.

Chamber of Commerce
The largest building of the city is actually a massive guildhall where merchants, traders, and investors wine and dine each other in hopes of striking a deal.