Town Council of Saltmarsh
In 576 CY, the Saltmarsh Town Council is comprised of prominent figures who oversee the town’s affairs. Each member holds distinct ties to one of the two main political factions: the Traditionalists or the Loyalists. These factions represent the ongoing tensions between maintaining Saltmarsh’s heritage and embracing Keoland’s influence and development. This council structure reflects the delicate balance of power in Saltmarsh, with each member contributing to the ongoing debate over the town’s future.
Traditionalist
Role: Senior member of the council and a respected merchant.
Background: Eda is the matriarch of a long-standing Saltmarsh fishing family. She represents the hardworking, traditional values of the community and is deeply skeptical of Keoland’s growing interference.
Faction Ties: As a leading Traditionalist, Eda strongly opposes the kingdom’s plans to expand Saltmarsh into a bustling port, fearing it will disrupt the town’s quiet way of life.
Role: Wealthy merchant and influential council member.
Background: Gellan is a charming and cunning entrepreneur whose wealth stems largely from legitimate trade and smuggling. His financial success has made him a key figure in Saltmarsh’s economy.
Faction Ties: A Traditionalist, Gellan resists Keoland’s oversight, which threatens the lucrative smuggling operations that thrive in the shadows of Saltmarsh.
Loyalist
Role: Captain of the town guard.
Background: A veteran of Keoland’s military campaigns, Eliander is a disciplined and principled leader who values order and law. His stern demeanor and military experience make him a natural ally of the crown.
Faction Ties: As a Loyalist, Eliander supports Keoland’s development plans, believing they will strengthen Saltmarsh’s defenses and improve its standing within the kingdom.
Role: Representative of the dwarven mining operation near Saltmarsh.
Background: Manistrad is a no-nonsense leader who oversees the mining operations that have brought wealth and resources to Saltmarsh. Her efforts have created jobs and strengthened ties with Keoland’s trade networks.
Faction Ties: A staunch Loyalist, Manistrad supports Keoland’s influence in Saltmarsh, as it aligns with her goals of expanding the mining industry and securing the region.
Neutral
Anders Solmor
(Leaning Traditionalist)
Role: The youngest council member and heir to a prominent fishing business.
Background: Recently inheriting his family’s fortune, Anders is ambitious but inexperienced. His youthful idealism and connections to the local fishing community make him sympathetic to Traditionalist values, though he often acts independently.
Faction Ties: While not formally aligned, Anders leans toward the Traditionalist side, as he sees the value in protecting Saltmarsh’s heritage and the livelihood of its fishermen.