Leidhu
Leidhu is the name used for both a small ethnolinguistic community and their language in the Leidhu Highlands, a highland region on the island chain that forms part of the fictional Veridian Republic. The Leidhu people are culturally distinct from neighboring groups, and linguists generally classify Leidhu as a language isolate with no proven relatives.
Geographically, the Leidhu Highlands are characterized by terraced plateaus, evergreen forests, and frequent mists. The main
Historically, Leidhu is attested in oral tradition to have formed as a highland micro-society that maintained
Linguistically, Leidhu is spoken by roughly 2,800 to 3,200 people. It features a subject–object–verb (SOV) word
Leidhu is considered endangered, with language shift toward Veridian becoming evident among younger generations. Community-driven education
Culturally, the Leidhu sustain a rich tradition of weaving, woodcarving, and ritual singing. Social life centers