OpenGeofiction:West Uletha

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West Uletha is the western half of the largest continent on OGF - Uletha. The eastern half is East Uletha. With great size comes great diversity in geography, culture, climate, geology, history, etc. West Uletha is imagined as the home of most European cultures including English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and many more. Along with those, it features certain non-European cultures including those from the Middle East, Southern Asia, Central America and the rest of the world. It is worth mentioning that West Uletha is NOT supposed to be a 1:1 copy of Europe and was and will never be imagined as such, however there are certain similarities between the two areas. The subcontinent is coordinated and managed by administrators Bixelkoven and Alessa. Basic info regarding West Uletha Geographically, West Uletha is incredibly diverse and complex. Although consensus regarding tectonic plates and fault lines has not been reached, there's clear indicators that West Uletha is packed with them. As a result, the subcontinent features numerous mountain ranges, island chains, peninsulas and even rift zones. Likewise, due to its massive land area, West Uletha boasts a wide variety of climate zones from the hottest to the coldest, and from the wettest to the driest. From the coldest fjords and tundras in the far north, deserts in the southwest, steppes and grasslands in Suria and the Egalian region, tropical islands in the Asperic Ocean, rainforests on the Liberan Island and everything in between. Culturally and linguistically, West Uletha roughly follows the cultural lines of Europe, however it is not identical to it. Alongside the 3 main linguistic and cultural groups (Romance, Slavic and Germanic) which dominate the cultural landscape of West Uletha, you can find the Baltic and Finno-Ugric people groups in the northern lands, Indo-Aryan, Iranian and Turkic groups in the south, Semitic and Hellenic in the southwest, as well as Celtic in the northwest. In between all these people groups is a wide network of community-created conlangs and variations. Finally, West Uletha has no defined socio-political and economical image, and that remains ever-changing with each new territory, however it is generally imagined that West Uletha is one of the wealthier subcontinents. The subcontinent is filled with various types of countries and governments, former colonial powerhouses, tax havens, empires, microstates, duchies, kingdoms, socialist republics, dictatorships, etc. This all adds up to the already rich tapestry of the unique territories in West Uletha. Fun facts: West Uletha spans between 79.5° N at Point Eldfjallafylki and -8° S at Ytakolo'my Island latitude wise. Longitude wise, it spans between 18° W at an unnamed island and 101° E at an unnamed point. West Uletha has 174 territories.

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Cultures and languages

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West Uletha is split into 17 sectors, numbered from 1-17, which designate areas with cultural similarities. These can be identified in the first two digits of West Ulethan territory codes (for example: UL17x is a territory in sector 17, the Iviran Coast region).

(Names in italic are proposed to be changed.)

South Hesperic Coast (01)

The South Hesperic Coast region is located in the southwestern part of the continent. It is composed of 4 territories, the largest of which is Sathria^∈⊾ covering over 80% of the region. It is home to Roantra^∈⊾, the first territory on OpenGeofiction.

Landscape The landscape is dominated by vast dry grassy plains and rugged rocky coasts. The region features a short coastline along the Mediterranean Sea, separated from the rest of the area by tall mountains.

Climate The region is characterized by a drier climate, resembling that of the Maghreb region in Africa along the coast, and Anatolia in the continental areas. The southern part is particularly arid, while the northern parts near the North Hesperic Coast region are more temperate and less dry.

Culture & language Dominated by the Sathrian culture (conlang). Also features Roantran (conlang) and Greek.

History The history of this region is largely undefined. The Mediterranean part was likely once part of the Romantish Empire. The Hellanesian colonies originated from Egani∈⊾.

Homelands This region is the homeland of Hellanesian culture, which is based on Greek culture.

Ghetoria (02)

Located in the southwest of the continent, this region is characterized by dry, desert-like landscapes and a diverse cultural collage. It comprises ten territories, the largest of which is Mazan^∈⊾.

Landscape Deserts predominate the interior landscape and extend to certain minor coastal areas. The remaining coastal regions are primarily of Mediterranean terrain, characterized by bushes and shrubs. Closer to the equator, the environment transitions to lush, dense forests with a more dynamic and rich wildlife.

Climate The northern part of the region is one of the driest areas in West Uletha, with minimal rainfall. The entire region experiences warm temperatures, among the highest in West Uletha. In the south, a seasonal wet climate prevails, resulting in more frequent rainfall that enriches the vegetation.

Culture & language Dominated by the Arabic culture and language(conlang), together with Greek, Maltese and Maurit (conlang) areas.

History The history of this region is largely undefined. The Strait of Kalkara and its surroundings were highly contested, with various states establishing settlements along its coast to exert control. This region also features Hellanesian colonies and areas of influence.

Homelands This region is the homeland of the Kalkaran and Mazanic cultures, which are influenced by Maltese and Arabic cultures, respectively. This region is the homeland of the Maurit culture.

Liberan Island (03)

This region represents the southernmost territories in West Uletha, distinguished as the sole area extending south of the Equator. Comprising 13 territories, it bears a predominantly colonial heritage.

Landscape The landscape is characterized by dense jungle forests, offering a balanced combination of mountains and lowlands reminiscent of the Caribbean and certain regions of Mexico.

Climate The climate predominantly aligns with rainforest conditions, with portions in the north experiencing a seasonal wet climate as they distance themselves from the equator. Often subjected to monsoons, this region is reputedly one of the wettest in West Uletha, while maintaining consistently high temperatures.

Culture & language Culturally, Spanish influence holds sway, although vestiges of French, Italian, Nahuatl, and Mayan cultures can be found, owing to historical colonial ties. The indigenous peoples of this area remain unidentified, with much of the culture rooted in colonial heritage.

History The historical narrative of this region is largely shaped by its colonial past, with Valony and Plevia establishing colonies alongside Castellanese dominance.

Homelands This region possesses no homelands of any culture, however it does feature Mayan culture.

Asperic Romanthia (04)

Situated as the southern extension of the expansive Romantish sphere of influence, this region borders the Asperic Ocean to its south, divided into western and eastern sectors by the Strait of Vela. Comprising seven territories, it stands as a nexus for some of the world's most influential cultures, notably including the Spanish homeland.

Landscape The landscape presents a predominantly Mediterranean and arid character, characterized by shrublands, sparse forests, and intermittent rivers. In the western sector, terrain varies between lowlands, predominantly flat highlands, and rugged mountains forming part of the expansive Great Ulethan mountain chain. Conversely, the eastern reaches are predominantly mountainous, marked by multiple ranges traversing the area.

Climate In terms of climate, the region experiences a Mediterranean and arid coastal climate, marked by high temperatures tempered by occasional drops in winter, owing to the elevated topography in certain locales. Rainfall is relatively scarce, contributing to the region's distinction as one of the sunniest in West Uletha.

Culture & language Culturally, the area is overwhelmingly characterized by Latin influence. Spanish culture predominates in the western sector, alongside Portuguese and a Spanish-based constructed language. Meanwhile, the eastern region boasts a blend of Catalan, Occitan, and Spanish cultures, with a minor presence of Arabic influence.

History Regarding its historical narrative, the region's past remains shrouded in mystery. It is widely speculated that much of the territory was under the dominion of the Romantish Empire. The strait area, historically a bustling maritime thoroughfare, has been subject to various conquests and conflicts throughout its history.

Homelands This region is home of the Castellanese (Spanish), Florescentian (Portuguese), Larcetan (Catalan) and Lustrian (Occitan) states.

West Asperia (05)

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Homelands This region is home of the Gobrasi and Khaiwoonese, fictional cultures native to the region, alongside various other tribal cultures.

Aryana (06)

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Homelands This region is home to the Aryan (Persian) and Hindi (broadly)(currently unnamed) cultures.

Mediviria (07)

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Homelands This region is home of the Turkic cultures, including but not limited to Turquese (Turkish), Yughut* (Uzbek) and Naphonan(?) (Hebrew).

* - ''Yughut (Uzbek) is noted on the Index:Languages wiki page, but is not present in any territory as a dominant culture.

Romanthia (08)

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Homelands This region is home of the Romantish (Latin) cultural group and some of its subgroups, including Valonian (French), Plevian (Italian), Rhaeto-Roman, Navennan (Venetian), alongside various other cultural groups.

North Hesperic Coast (09)

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Homelands This region is home of the Kalmish (German) culture.

Wallentha (10)

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Homelands This region is home of the Ingerish* (English) culture.

* - Name is undergoing potential change

Hetzer-Morcanol (11)

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Homelands This region is home of the Celtic language group including Cambric (Welsh) and Irish. Alongside those, the Lentian (Dutch) culture calls this region home.

West Ulethan Subarctic (12)

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Homelands This region is home of the Greenlandic, Gaskúšillimigiella (Pitä/Arjeplog Sámi), Jiemiesillimigiella (Northern Sámi), Norlensk (Icelandic), Danish and Svennish* (Swedish) cultures, alongside numerous other smaller groups. It also features the Finnish culture.

* - ''Svennish (Swedish) is originates in this region, but is not the dominant culture in any territory.

Western Glynia (13)

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Homelands This region is home of the Lechian (Polish) culture.

Eastern Glynia (14)

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Homelands This region is home of the Saave (Estonian), (Dregolesian) Ukrainian, and Silesian cultures, as well as being partly the origin of the Baltic and Uralic groups.

Egalia (15)

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Homelands This region is home of numerous Slavic languages and cultures, including Livnian (Serbian), Mallyorian (Croatian), Drabantian (Czech), Beldonian (Slovene), Macedonian, Dregovinian (based on Belarusian), Podolian (Slavic conlang). Alongside that, it is also the homeland of Hungarian. It is potentially the homeland of the Slavic cultural group.

Suria (16)

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Homelands This region is home of the Surian (Russian) culture. Likewise, it is partially the homeland of the Kartvelian (Georgian) culture. It is potentially the homeland of the Slavic cultural group.

Iviran Coast (17)

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Homelands This region is home of the Albanian culture, as well as numerous conlang cultures such as Iviran. It is partially home to the Kartvelian (Georgian) culture.