Ohuestians
The Ohuestians are a seafaring cultural group native to the Ohuesta Archipelago in the northern seas. The archipelago comprises several islands with rugged coastlines, inland hills, and coral reefs that support a fisheries-based economy. Coastal towns and hillside villages have historically shaped a maritime way of life.
Etymology and language: The name "Ohuestian" derives from the Ohuestian word ohu meaning shore, with the suffix
Society and governance: Society is organized into kin-based clans; local authority centers on councils of elders
History and culture: Settlement dates back several centuries; early contact with traders in the early modern
Economy and modern era: The economy centers on fishing, seaweed farming, and small-scale shipbuilding; ecotourism and
Statistics and demographics: The population is estimated at around 28,000 spread across multiple settlements. The majority