In sharp contrast to the other nations, Shahryar is a arid, hot land that lies to the east of Marchen. It is ruled by a Sultan who is well known for his cruelty. Betrayed by his bride, he put her to death, and demanded that all the virgins in the land be given. to him. One by one, they arrive and are feasted, married, and killed the next day to prevent infidelity.
The city is known for the magical spices that grow in the many oases that dot the landscape. Cities have sprung around them, to cultivate and harvest the valuable spice. They are known to have great power, some to heal, some antidotes to poison, some poisons themself.
The capital of the land is Ogran, which is a dizzying city made of tall buildings of stone and glass.