Survenian

Survenian refers to the people and language of Survenia, a fictional island nation. The term denotes a shared cultural and national identity tied to the land and sea.

Geography and demographics: Survenia is an archipelagic nation spanning about 12,600 square kilometers with a population near 1.25 million. Veloria, on the central coast, is the capital. The terrain includes coastal plains, mangroves, and a central highland; the climate is maritime tropical.

History and politics: Inhabited since antiquity, Survenia united as a regional power in the medieval era, was briefly colonized in the 17th century, and gained independence in 1879. It is a constitutional republic with a directly elected president, a prime minister, and a unicameral legislature elected by proportional representation.

Language: Survenian is the official language, generally treated as a language isolate with regional variation. It uses the Latin alphabet with diacritics. Education is conducted in Survenian; Eldari is spoken in some highland districts.

Culture: Seafaring heritage shapes cuisine, crafts, and folk music. Festivals include Harvest Wave, and social life centers on communities and storytelling.

Economy: Key sectors are fisheries, agriculture, eco-tourism, and light manufacturing. The economy benefits from renewable energy development and regional trade, with public health and education systems funded by the state.

See also: Survenia (fictional country).