A large complex of landing caverns, above-ground berths, and repair facilities, the Naval Base is one of the strongest of its kind anywhere. Currently, the [[The Royal Navy of Bral|Royal Bralian Navy]] numbers six hammerships, eight squidships, two lamprey ships armed with blunt rams, a vipership, and three armed tradesmen. In addition, one to three elven men o'war are here at any given time. There is sufficient room in the caverns to dock every one of these vessels, plus four heavy warships and eight additional light warships. Dozens more could easily be accommodated on the level landing and parking area outside the caverns without interfering with the base's operation. Generally, one hammership, two squidships, and one of the lighter vessels is patrolling the immediate area at any given time. In addition, one to four ships will be out on long missions of diplomacy or exploration. Half of the warships remaining in port are either being refitted or undergoing repair work, others are crewed by sailors who are on liberty. These vessels would not be available to scramble in response to a sudden threat, but could be ready on 24 to 72 hours notice. The rest of the fleet could be underway in as little as 10 to 30 minutes after the alarm sounds. In fact, the navy often has practice alerts to ensure the fleet can sortie in rapid order. The Royal Bralian Navy numbers about 600 officers and men. This is sufficient to provide crews to all the ships of the fleet, but not enough to bring them up to their maximum complement. Several hundred sailors and retired veterans are maintained as a naval militia, occasionally called to duty to bring the fleet to full battle status. In addition, a full battalion (five companies) of the Royal Army has been trained in shipboard combat and often sails with the Navy. The naval base has several large barracks, a mess hall, and numerous storerooms and supply warehouses. Spare naval artillery pieces such as catapults are kept on hand, as well as tools and mounting pieces, so that weapons, damaged in battle, may be quickly refitted. The naval base also features warchambers, planning rooms,and comfortable apartments for the use of the prince and the admirals in charting naval actions.