Qudra

A major power in the northern reaches of Zakhara, Qudra, or the City of Power, was ruled by mamluks who were fiercely devoted to the Grand Caliph in Huzuz. It was considered one of the three great cities of Zakhara. Qudra was a model of duty and organization; overlooking the Great Sea about 300 miles (483 km) northwest of Hiyal, Qudra was Zakhara's bastion against the unenlightened lands outside its borders. The city's fortifications had been increased over a long history of pirate raids and barbarian incursions. As of 1367 DR, Qudra had the strongest bulwarks in all of Zakhara, presenting a stern gray face to the north. This city was noted for its well run and well treated slave market, its mamluks, amor, and trade in northern goods.