Domh

Domh is a fictional microstate and archipelago in the northern seas of the continent of Ardentia, created for the Domh Chronicles. The name derives from the Domhian word for shore, reflecting its coastal geography. The archipelago comprises five principal islands and numerous islets, covering roughly 2,600 square kilometers; the population is around 150,000, with Lysa as the capital.

Domh's government is a constitutional parliamentary republic with a ceremonial monarch as a head of state and a prime minister as head of government. The Domhian Parliament is elected by proportional representation; local councils administer the islands. The political system emphasizes marine management, regional cooperation, and civilian oversight of security forces.

Economy is driven by fisheries and mariculture, shipbuilding, nautical tourism, and offshore wind energy. The coastal location supports a robust port network with two major harbors: Northhaven and Seaford. The state prioritizes marine research, sustainable fisheries, and climate adaptation to protect coastal communities and ecosystems.

Language and culture center on Domhian as the official language, with Ardentic widely used in education and media. Cultural traditions emphasize seafaring heritage, including sea shanties, knot work, and craft guilds. The cuisine highlights fish, seaweed, and salted products, reflecting the archipelago’s maritime base. Education emphasizes marine science and sustainable resource management, with public universities and maritime academies training a skilled workforce.

International relations in the fiction place Domh within a network of regional partners. It participates in regional dialogues and maintains observer relations with neighboring states, notably within the fictional Litoran Assembly. The Domh Chronicles treat Domh as a living, evolving polity with a distinct maritime identity.