Pelagora

Pelagora is a fictional coastal city-state in the Pelagic Archipelago, a temperate maritime region of several inhabited islands. The urban core sits on the largest island, with satellites connected by bridges and ferries. The surrounding sea supports a busy port and rich marine habitats.

Pelagora is a constitutional republic. A president serves as head of state, while a prime minister heads government. The bicameral legislature—the Senate and the House of Representatives—is elected every four years by universal suffrage. An independent judiciary interprets the constitution.

The economy centers on maritime trade, fishing, aquaculture, and marine research. The harbor is a regional hub, and the blue economy includes seaweed farming and renewable-energy projects such as tidal and offshore wind. Pelagora University and the Institute of Marine Science drive innovation.

Protected marine areas surround reefs and nesting sites. The climate is mild and wet, with storms in the shoulder seasons. Urban planning emphasizes flood resilience and sustainable transport, including ferries and cycling networks.

Founded by fishing guilds in the medieval period, Pelagora grew as a trading hub and later attained autonomous status within a regional federation in the modern era.

The population is diverse, with coastal and inland communities and a significant research workforce. The official language is Pelagoran; many residents are bilingual. The tide festival and marine-science outreach are notable cultural features.