Vanari

The Vanari are a fictional ethnolinguistic group in the fantasy world of Anoria. They inhabit coastal highlands and island archipelagos and are known for seafaring, craftsmanship, and a tradition of wind and star lore.

The name Vanari is believed to derive from an ancient word for wind, reflecting their historic reliance on wind patterns for navigation and weather forecasting.

Geographically, Vanari communities are concentrated in the Windspire Highlands and the adjacent Liric Sea coast, with a population estimated around 120,000. They maintain fortified hill towns as well as maritime towns.

Socially, Vanari society is organized into kin-based clans that trace descent through two lines. Leadership traditionally passes through elder councils and a head of clan; decisions require broad consensus among clans.

Language and writing: The Vanari speak the Vanari language, a member of the Vaelic family, with several dialects. They use a script known as the glyph of Sion for inscriptions.

History and culture: Early migrations from upland valleys shaped their coastal culture. They developed advanced shipbuilding, wind- and tide-based navigation, and stone architecture. In modern times, they engage in regional trade and cultural exchange.