CoFwaarden

CoFwaarden is a fictional region used in Dutch-language speculative fiction and tabletop role-playing campaigns. The name suggests a coastal-lowland setting and evokes the Dutch landscape of dikes and rivers.

Geography and environment: The region comprises low-lying coastal plains, tidal creeks, and small forests. It lies along a major river estuary and is cut by a network of dikes and canals. The climate is temperate maritime, with mild winters and cool summers; weather can be influenced by storms from the sea.

History and governance: In the fictional chronology, early settlements appear in the medieval era, followed by a coastal administration that built the dikes. In modern times, CoFwaarden is imagined as a federated region with a regional council drawing representatives from municipalities. The capital is the town of Nieuwe Waard.

Economy and culture: The economy centers on agriculture (potatoes, dairy), small-scale fishing, and renewable energy projects, notably wind farms along the shore. Tourism focuses on cycling routes, birdwatching, and historic dike systems. Local culture features a Dutch-influenced regional dialect and seasonal festivals celebrating water management and harvests.