Liialta

Liialta is a fictional coastal region and city-state used in world-building, literature, and role-playing games. In its canonical setting, Liialta lies on the eastern shore of the continent of Therra and comprises a main peninsula with several offshore islands, totaling about 12,000 square kilometers. The population is described as roughly 1.3 million people.

Geography and environment: The region has a temperate maritime climate, with rugged coastlines, fjord-like inlets, and extensive kelp forests. Its offshore waters host diverse marine ecosystems and are the focus of sustainability initiatives.

History and politics: Liialta originated as a loose alliance of coastal communes in the medieval era and later emerged as an autonomous region within the Therra Union. The government is a constitutional republic with an elected Governor and a bicameral Regional Assembly. The capital city is Aelorn.

Economy and society: Key sectors include sustainable fishing, aquaculture, shipbuilding, and maritime logistics, along with wind and tidal energy projects. The region maintains marine protected areas to balance conservation with industry. The main languages are Liialtan and Therran; education is centralized in the Liialta Institute of Oceanic Studies and regional universities.

Cultural notes: Liialta hosts annual maritime festivals, seafood cuisines, and traditional crafts focused on ropework and weaving. Its cultural identity emphasizes communal decision-making, environmental stewardship, and a history of seafaring trade.