Talvians
The Talvians are a fictional ethnolinguistic group described in worldbuilding and speculative fiction. They traditionally inhabit the northern highlands and coastal archipelagos of Norda, a cold-temperate continent. Their name derives from the winter season, a central element of their culture.
Language and identity: The Talvian language, part of the northern language family, is agglutinative with a rich
Society and economy: Talvians organize themselves into kin-based clans and seasonal villages. Local governance relies on
Culture and belief: They maintain a tradition of winter rituals, sagas, and oral poetry. Spiritual practices
History: Archaeological and textual sources describe migrations from southern regions several centuries ago, followed by the
Contemporary status: In modern contexts, the Talvians face issues of cultural preservation, language maintenance, and integration