Qudra

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