Where seven great roads converge, Crosshaven stands as the beating heart of Elvarien’s trade network. This bustling city of 15,000 permanent residents (swelling to 25,000 during market days) rises in concentric rings around the ancient stone circle marking the original crossroads. Protected by neutrality enchantments that have maintained peace for centuries, the city operates under the governance of the Council of Seven Roads, with representatives from all races ensuring fair treatment for visitors and residents alike. The legendary Wayfarer’s Rest Inn stands at its center as the oldest continuously operating establishment in the realm, while the sprawling marketplace accommodates hundreds of merchant stalls selling goods from every corner of Elvarien. From the towering Merchant’s Guild Hall to the mysterious Wishing Well that occasionally grants minor requests, Crosshaven embodies the Heartlands’ spirit of commerce, diversity, and boundless opportunity.