Sehir is a busy, wealthy, and organized place.  Busy: There are
constantly things going on, schemes being advanced. All manner
of people pass through the city on their way to other places
every day. The city sits on both sides of a river, promoting
trade. In addition, it exists outside of any kingdom or fiefdom,
making it an ideal destination for exiles and fugitives. Sehir
sits on a river delta.  Wealthy: The trade routes passing
through the city and its position on the river make for good
cash inflow. The city taxes a percentage of all goods passing
through, as well as collecting a tax from Inns, Taverns, and
other places of entertainment. Merchants within the city are not
taxed on their sales, and they are exempt from the normal tax on
goods coming in. As a result, the city is home to many
merchants, selling all manner of goods. This results in many
folks coming to the city to shop, often spending time in the
tavern, inn, or other places of entertainment. The city also
collects property taxes, as any city