Var'vhenas

Var'henas is a settlement on the northeastern edge of the isle of Llomerynn. It is the only majority-elven settlement in all of Thedas, and one of the only permanent settlements of Dalish elves on the continent, as well. The Dalish elves who live here speak Elven and strictly keep their traditions, but many also tend to understand Rivaini and Common.

The town is home to the Temple of the Nine Gods (aka The Evanurisan), which was built relatively recently in 9:09 Dragon, which is right in the center of the city, in the shade of the main Vhenadahl. The Vhendadahl at the heart of the city is massive.

The town is walled off, and people are on guard around humans. The people of Var'vhenas largely keep to themselves and rarely leave the island community, although they do welcome visiting Dalish tribes. The pirates are their main trading partner.

The town is a bit different than other Dalish communities. It is much bigger than most of the wandering clans, at about 8000 people, and is comprised of three distinct clans: Clan Lathbora, Clan Eran, and Clan Ralaferin.

Each clan has its own neighborhood. The entire city is overseen by a Council of Hahren (Sages), appointed by each clan. Each neighborhood also has its own Keeper. The three Keepers alternate years as High Keeper for the entire town. The High Keeper technically has final say on all matters, but is expected to abide by the decisions of the elders unless they are hopelessly divided.