Otoskoon

Otoskoon is a fictional town and municipality in the northern archipelago nation of Veridia, created for a contemporary world-building project. It serves as a regional center for fishing, timber, and coastal tourism within its fictional province of Northreach. The town lies on a sheltered bay along the Otoskoon Sound, with surrounding terrain of coastal hills, mixed forests, and small rivers. The climate is temperate maritime, with mild summers and relatively high precipitation.

Otoskoon was founded in the early 18th century by settlers from nearby Eldmere. It grew as a maritime and timber hub, expanding with the construction of a regional port and associated industries in the 19th and early 20th centuries. In the modern period, the economy diversified toward services, fisheries, and sustainable tourism, aided by a community college and local cooperatives.

The local government operates under a mayor-council system within Veridia's provincial framework. The town council oversees planning, social services, and cultural programs. The population is around 11,000 residents, with a demographic mix typical of Veridian coastal towns.

Culturally, Otoskoon is known for the Otoskoon Festival, a summer celebration featuring sea music, craft markets, and traditional boat races. Points of interest include the Otoskoon Lighthouse, the Old Mill heritage site, and the Maritime Museum. The port area supports fishing fleets and ferry connections to neighboring islands, while the rail and road networks connect Otoskoon to the regional capital.