Sokras

Sokras is a term used in speculative fiction to denote an ethnolinguistic group and their homeland, appearing in several world-building works. Because there is no single canonical depiction, details vary by author, but several common elements recur. In many portrayals, Sokras inhabit a highland or plateau region characterized by terraced agriculture, stone architecture, and a tradition of communal decision-making. The group is typically organized into kin-based clans or lineages, with governance provided by a council of elders and, in some narratives, a rotating chieftain.

The Sokran language is usually presented as part of a fictional language family; descriptions emphasize a complex morpho-syntactic system and a script used in inscriptions and ritual manuscripts. Ancestor veneration and rite-based apprenticeship are common cultural motifs; craft specialization such as metalworking or weaving features prominently in several depictions.

Historically within these fictions, the Sokras are depicted as one of the older settled cultures in their world, with epochs of flourishing trade and architecture followed by disruption due to external conflicts or natural disasters. Their economy is often described as mixed, combining subsistence farming, pastoralism, and regional trade with neighboring cultures.

In contemporary media, Sokras appear in novels, role-playing games, and fantasy video games, where authors adapt their traits to suit different story needs. As with many fictional peoples, the specifics—names, customs, and geography—vary between works, contributing to a flexible archetype rather than a single canonical profile.