Shanghai City
Tucked inland from the corrosive rains that lash the western coastline, Shanghai City is a haven for unscrupulous mercenaries and those who deal in things that cannot be found in legitimate markets. The settlement's markets overflow with illicit, unsavory, and hard-to-find goods.
Visitors need two things to survive Shanghai City: raw cash and muscle. Without both, the chances of walking away alive are slim. The one honest thing about the place is that nobody pretends to be honest.
Visitors need two things to survive Shanghai City: raw cash and muscle. Without both, the chances of walking away alive are slim. The one honest thing about the place is that nobody pretends to be honest.
History
Shanghai City grew as a consequence of the Shattered Coast's lawlessness. With no central authority to enforce trade regulations, an inland settlement that welcomed all comers, asked no questions, and provided access to goods unavailable elsewhere was inevitable. The mercenaries came first; the markets followed.
Geography
Shanghai City sits inland from the Shattered Coast, positioned far enough from the shoreline to avoid the corrosive rains that eat through metal and flesh alike. This sheltered location makes it a viable staging point for those operating along the western coastline.
