Türetilii

Türetilii is a fictional archipelago and semi-autonomous region in the southern seas of the imagined world of Lyrathos. It consists of twelve inhabited islands joined by ferries, bridges, and a network of lagoons. The polity operates as a federative council with regional municipalities, prioritizing environmental stewardship and cultural preservation.

Name and language: The term Türetilii derives from the islanders' Türetilian language, combining words meaning "edge" and "people." In common usage, it denotes both the archipelago and its inhabitants.

Geography and economy: The islands feature volcanic terrain, mangrove belts, coral reefs, and a temperate-to-subtropical climate. Main economic sectors are renewable energy (tidal and wind), shipbuilding and repair, agroforestry, and culinary tourism. The region pursues a low-emission development model and notable sea-green industries.

History: Settlement histories center on seafaring communities trading along the southern lanes of the archipelago. A series of inter-island alliances led to the Türetilii Confederation, formalized by a constitution in the late 19th century, with a modern revival of environmental laws in the late 20th century.

Culture and society: Social life emphasizes communal decision-making, crafts, and education in science, maritime skills, and traditional healing practices. Architecture favors curved wooden forms and lime plaster, designed to harmonize with tidal cycles. Annual events include tides festival and harvest of sea greens.