Remmarna

Remmarna is a fictional realm widely used in fantasy literature and tabletop role-playing games. It is portrayed as a coastal archipelago with a mainland hinterland, situated in temperate latitudes of a northern maritime world. The landscape features rocky shores, deep fjords, misty highlands, and dense temperate rainforests. The capital and principal port is Vayla.

Geography and climate: The archipelago comprises basalt headlands, sheltered bays, and numerous islets. Climates are maritime, with cool summers and wet winters, sustaining lush forests and abundant marine life. Endemic flora include silver fern and emberwood, while fauna includes the sea otter and the stormhawk.

History: In lore, Remmarna was united through treaty after a period of clan rivalries known as the Fragment Wars. A maritime republic tradition developed over centuries, with a focus on shipbuilding, trade, and navigational science. The realm endured frequent inclement weather and long sea voyages, influencing its culture of seamanship.

Society and culture: Remmarni society emphasizes guilds, maritime apprenticeship, and coastal towns that trade across the archipelago. The dominant languages are Remmaran and a coastal pidgin used by merchants. Cultural festivals celebrate the solstice and the winter seas, featuring sea-shanties and woodcarving.

Economy and infrastructure: Key sectors include timber, fishing, canning, glassmaking, and shipyards. The port network centers on Vayla, Lykor, and Drosmark, with roads and ferries linking inland towns. Remmarna also exports salt cod and cedar.

Etymology and naming: The name Remmarna appears to combine roots meaning sea and homeland across several in-world languages.