Asukohas

Asukohas are a fictional ethnolinguistic group commonly used in world-building and speculative fiction. They are depicted as coastal hunter–fisher communities with seafaring traditions, a matrilineal kinship system, and a rich oral literature.

Name and language in fictional works are invented for each narrative.

Geography: Asukohas inhabit a string of islands in a northern archipelago. Major settlements cluster on ten principal islands; smaller villages dot lagoons and coral coasts. Demography: In fictional sources, population ranges from 40,000 to 100,000 depending on the story.

Culture: Society centers on kin groups led by elder councils; descent is matrilineal. The economy relies on fishing, seafaring, weaving, and agriculture, with boatbuilding as a key craft.

Religion and language: Animist beliefs link people to sea spirits and ancestors. The Asukohan language family includes Northern and Southern dialects; its grammars and vocabularies vary by island.

History: Founding myths describe coastal migrations; historical narratives emphasize trade contacts, shipbuilding, and later external influence, shaping governance and bilingualism.

Impact: Asukohas serve as settings for maritime exploration, cultural exchange, and political intrigue, with details adapted to each author’s world.