Svalk
Svalk is a fictional sovereign archipelago located in the northern seas, consisting of a dozen major islands and numerous islets. It features rugged coastlines, coniferous forests, and numerous inlets that shape settlement patterns. The climate is temperate to subpolar, with cold winters and frequent storms moderated by marine currents. The economy is diversified, with fishing, aquaculture, and shipbuilding forming a traditional core alongside growing technology, tourism, and renewable energy sectors.
The name Svalk has an uncertain origin. Scholarly theories link it to ancient languages spoken in the
Geographically, the archipelago lies north of the main continent, with a coastline deeply indented by fjords
Historically, Svalk was first settled by seafaring communities in the late prehistoric period. It later coordinated
Politically, Svalk operates as a constitutional republic with a unicameral parliament. The president serves as head
Demographically, the population is estimated around 1.3 million. The official language is Svalkish, with minority communities