Texterna

Texterna is a fictional archipelago used as a setting in contemporary fantasy literature and tabletop role-playing games. The name is derived from in-universe Texternan language, reflecting motifs of weaving and horizon. The archipelago is depicted as a northern cluster of wind-swept islands connected by ferry routes and treacherous straits.

Geography and environment: It comprises about a dozen main islands, with rugged coastlines, fjords, conifer forests, and peat bogs. The climate is cool and wet, with frequent storms; biodiversity includes seabird colonies, kelp forests, and driftwood beaches.

History and politics: In the lore, Texterna's islands were settled by seafaring clans in the early Middle Ages and later formed a loose confederation known as the Council of Isles. Governance emphasizes guilds and mariners' assembly rather than centralized rule; there are periodic skirmishes with neighboring realms in the fiction. In-universe chronology features voyages of exploration, trade treaties, and eventual efforts toward cultural consolidation.

Culture and economy: The society prioritizes craftwork—textiles and woodcarving—and marine industries such as fishing and salt manufacture. Texternan is the spoken language on all islands, with regional dialects; religion centers on sea spirits and seasonal harvest rituals. Festivals mark solstices and safe passage rites.

In media and influence: Texterna appears in novels by author X and in the tabletop RPG Isles of the North. It is frequently cited as an example of nautical world-building and is used to explore themes of identity, tradition, and autonomy.