Bogenhafen

Bogenhafen has a population of about 5,000, and sits at the highest point of the river Bogen which is navigable by large, river-going vessels. It acts as a local market centre: goods from Altdorf, Nuln and Marienburg come to Bogenhafen by river, and are traded for local wool and wine. Lead and silver, brought down from the mountains, are transported here, for distribution to all parts of The Empire.

Trade is the mainspring of the town's economy, mercantile interests dominate the town's political life, and the real power in Bogenhafen lies in the hands of just four wealthy families: the Haagens, Ruggbroders, Steinhagers, and Teugens.

The town lies within the boundaries of the Barony of Saponatheim and falls under the jurisdiction of Baron Wilhelm who holds court at Castle Grauenburg, some 25 miles to the North. He takes little interest in the town's affairs, however, being content to hold irregular audiences in his castle when he has no more pressing engagements - like "huntin', shootin', and fishin'".