Talladoa

Talladoa is a fictional archipelago used in fantasy literature and tabletop role-playing games. It does not correspond to any real place, but it is described as a tropical cluster of islands situated in a warm ocean that fosters maritime trade and diverse ecosystems.

The archipelago comprises roughly a dozen major islands and numerous smaller islets. Terrain ranges from low-lying coral cays and mangrove swamps to verdant highlands with volcanic origins. The surrounding sea hosts reefs, sheltered harbors, and seasonal currents that influence navigation and weather.

In most depictions, Talladoa serves as a crossroads for inland kingdoms and distant maritime powers. Its coastal towns prosper on fishing, pearl diving, spice cultivation, and crafts such as carved woodwork and sailcloth. The inhabitants speak a blend of local dialects and coastal pidgins, with oral traditions and sea-based ceremonies playing a central role in community life.

Governance tends to be decentralized, with city-states or merchant councils regulating trade, resource use, and maritime law. Local communities maintain customary rights to fishing grounds and land, while yearly gatherings resolve disputes and coordinate collective defense or disaster response. The economy relies on fisheries, pearl production, timber, and the export of crafts, while imports bring metals, grains, and imperial goods.

Talladoa has appeared as a setting in multiple works and game modules, often used to explore themes of cultural exchange, environmental stewardship, and resilience in coastal communities.