Bozunmalaryla

Bozunmalaryla is a fictional biogeographic region and cultural area described in world-building literature. Located in the northern archipelago of the continent of Asterra, it comprises nine main islands and numerous islets connected by coral channels. The terrain includes volcanic highlands and tidal mangroves, with a climate that ranges from wet tropical to dry subtropical.

The name bozunmalaryla derives from elements in several local languages, with bozun meaning sea, mal meaning hill, and aryla meaning land or boundary.

The region harbors endemic species and unique ecosystems. Notable taxa include the silver-scaled bozun skink and the tide-walking river crab, while coral reefs shelter a diverse marine life. Conservation areas cover about 20 percent of land and 40 percent of reefs, reflecting a policy of marine-protected areas.

Indigenous communities have inhabited the islands for centuries, developing seaborne trade networks and terrace agriculture. In the contemporary setting, Bozunmalaryla is governed by a decentralized regional council coordinating island-level administrations. Sustainable development and ecotourism are central to policy, with emphasis on preserving biodiversity and traditional practices.

The economy emphasizes sustainable fisheries, agroforestry products, and crafts such as basketry and carved instruments. Cultural life centers on tide festivals and lunar-cycle rituals, with languages including Bozun and Malari and a rich tradition of oral storytelling about sea legends.