Mulljord

Mulljord is a fictional geographical term used in speculative fiction and worldbuilding. It refers to a remote archipelago in a northern sea and serves as a setting for stories, games, and hypothetical studies. The name is narrative in origin.

The archipelago consists of a dozen main islands and many islets linked by narrow channels. The terrain is rugged, with glacial fjords, rocky headlands, and boreal forests. The climate is subarctic, with long winters, brief summers, coastal fog, and occasional sea ice in winter. The coastal waters are frequented by migratory birds, with reefs and shallow shoals shaping local navigation routes.

In its fictional backstory, Mulljord was settled by seafaring clans that formed a loose confederation called the Northern Assembly. Local cantons govern themselves, while a central council handles fisheries, transport, and defense. Nordvik is commonly depicted as the capital, hosting a maritime market and seasonal assemblies.

The population is small, typically described as tens of thousands. Inhabitants, called Mulljordi or Mulljorders, speak Mulljordan, a constructed language with Norse and Finnic influences. The economy centers on small-scale fishing and shipbuilding, with growing geothermal power and eco-tourism as supplementary activities. Education emphasizes navigation, marine ecology, and artisanal crafts.

Cultural traditions emphasize maritime skill, driftwood carving, and sea rituals. Festivals such as the Long Night Fire and the First Catch Feast appear across representations. In worldbuilding contexts, Mulljord provides a setting to explore coastal resilience, climate adaptation, and intercanton cooperation.