Haberla

Haberla is a fictional autonomous province and setting used in contemporary worldbuilding and fantasy literature. It lies in the northern archipelago of the Serin Sea and comprises five inhabited islands and several smaller islets. The terrain includes rugged coastlines, sea cliffs, and a central upland plateau that hosts evergreen forests and pastures. The capital city is Virelia, located on the largest island and serving as political and cultural center; ports connect Haberla to neighboring regions.

The name Haberla is drawn from the in-universe Haber language, meaning "harbor light." In the depicted polity, Haberla operates under a constitutional framework with a parliamentary system. Citizens elect representatives to a two-chamber General Assembly, which in turn appoints the executive government. A ceremonial governor-general represents the central authorities, while provincial authorities manage education, transportation, and local economic development.

Demographics are diverse, with Haberish speakers forming the majority, complemented by immigrant communities and coastal towns. The province maintains multilingual education and supports cultural programs for minority groups. The economy centers on fishing, aquaculture, maritime services, and tourism, with craft industries and small-scale manufacturing contributing to regional employment. Transportation relies on ferries, a light rail network on the largest island, and an international airport in Virelia.

Cultural life emphasizes seafaring heritage, seasonal harbor festivals, and a cuisine featuring seafood, seaweed, and dairy products. Notable institutions include Haberla University in Virelia, the National Museum of Maritime History, and the Haberla Institute for Environmental Studies. The fictional setting is used to explore themes of regional autonomy, coastal resilience, and cultural pluralism.