Calitian
Calitian is the demonym for residents of Calitia, a fictional island nation in the western seas of the Veridian world. The term is used in literature and world-building to refer to people from Calitia and, by extension, the Calitian language.
Calitia consists of several main islands and a network of smaller islets. The capital is Lyrath. The
Calitia traces its seafaring roots to ancient trading communities. It emerged as a loose federation and achieved
The government is led by a prime minister who heads the cabinet, while a ceremonial president serves
Calitian culture emphasizes maritime skills, storytelling, and crafts. The cuisine centers on seafood and island vegetables.
The Calitian language belongs to the Veridian language family and uses a Latin-based script. Education commonly
Notable Calitians in fiction include navigator Mira Valen and policy reformer Joren Kade, who appear in contemporary