Whiterun is the administrative centre for the Vallani estates and the Vallani Canals that pass through them. It relies mainly on fishing and trade for its income, but is starting to develop a more rounded economy. However, there is little civic infrastructure.

Updated Jan 2021

• Whiterun Barracks - units of the Vallani House Guard patrol the village and hinterlands.
• Safiya's House - home to the leader of the Vallani Estates.
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• Andoletta's House - Grandmother Crow is a minor deity, and a proponent of respect, security and education.
• Yuelral's House - dedicated to the elven Goddess of Magic, known as The Wise, who is patron to magic users and jewellers.
• Whiterun Ophanage - provides a safe haven and education for children, whose parents can no longer look after them.
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• Senas' Wondrous Arcane Goods - sells a selection of alchemical and minor magical items. The proprietor, Gaius Senas is treasurer of Vallani Holdings.
• Vallani Trading - House Vallani's merchant arm, trades from Restov in the north, right down to Tusk, and brings them to sale in the local market.
  • Vallani Jetty - Now the canals have been opened, boats regularly visit settlements between Tusk and Restov - as well as fishing in the River Shrike.
  • Vallani Market - this small market specializes in local produce and good brought in by Vallani trade vessels.
• Winter Sun Merchants - this merchant house specialises in landbased, local trade.
  • WSM Serai - provides a second trade link to Ringbridge and Tusk, but also runs mule trains out through Outpost and Junction right up to Oston.
  • WSM Shop - provides a sales outlet for goods brought in by WSM mule trains, as well as general items.