varek

Varek is a fictional planet used in science fiction and tabletop role-playing settings. In its core depiction, Varek is an ocean world with a ring of archipelagos and several continental shelves, located in the Voranex sector of the Andara galaxy. The name is used across works to describe maritime civilizations and their environments.

Geography and climate: The surface is predominantly ocean, with major landmasses including the continents of Arem and Shal. The equatorial belt features extensive coral reefs and hydrothermal vents, while temperate zones rise into highland plateaus. Weather is shaped by powerful ocean currents and seasonal monsoons, creating distinct coastal and interior climates.

History and governance: Early settlements formed along shorelines as city-states. Over centuries, rival guilds and fishing cooperatives coalesced into the Varic League, a loose federation of settlements. The Varic Accord, an annually rotating council, coordinates defense, trade, and intercity policy, while local councils handle daily governance. Conflicts have traditionally centered on resource rights, fishing quotas, and environmental stewardship.

Economy and technology: Varek’s economy centers on maritime trade, deep-sea mining, shipbuilding, and aquaculture, supplemented by research institutions and exchange networks. Renewable energy from tidal and geothermal sources is common, and settlements often rely on wind and sail-powered logistics to connect dispersed communities.

Culture and society: The dominant language family is Varekish, a maritime creole with specialized nautical terms. Social life emphasizes apprenticeship, guild networks, and seafaring lore. Religious and cultural practices often honor sea cycles, currents, and ancestral explorers. Varek has appeared in several novels and RPG supplements, with variations in geography and governance across works.