Beyriläiset
The Beyriläiset are a culturally defined community of people in the Beyrila archipelago and adjacent coastal areas in the fictional world of Beyria. They share common customs, a historical lineage tied to seafaring, and a language known as Beyri. The name is formed from Beyri with the suffix -läiset, meaning “the people of Beyri.” The largest populations live in coastal towns and villages, with smaller communities in nearby regions and in diaspora.
Language and identity: Beyri is the community’s primary language, part of the Beyri-Karik language family, with
History: Beyriläiset communities emerged in the medieval period along the coast, building trade networks and towns.
Culture: Social life centers on kinship, maritime work, and crafts such as weaving and boatbuilding. Festivals
Economy and society: The economy combines fishing, aquaculture, agriculture, and growing tourism and services. Population estimates