Pehej
Pehej is a fictional island nation created for world-building and study of maritime societies. It lies in the temperate southern seas and encompasses three main islands—Avar, Luma, and Keshi—and a scattering of smaller islets. The archipelago covers about 12,000 square kilometers. Terrain includes volcanic highlands on Avar, mangrove belts along Keshi, and rolling plateaus on Luma. The climate is maritime subtropical, with warm, wet summers and mild, dry winters, supporting diverse flora and fauna.
Pehej has a population of about 1.2 million. The official language is Pehejian, a constructed language designed
Historically, Pehej was settled by seafaring communities in the early medieval era and remained fragmented into
Key sectors include sustainable fisheries, seaweed farming, ecotourism, and light manufacturing. Pehej operates a major east–west
Pehej culture features coastal crafts, marine-inspired art, and festivals that celebrate the ocean's cycles. Cuisine centers