Berinu Islands

Alias: The Naval Bastion, The Islands

Affiliation: Geban Empire (Willfully Assimilated Islands)

The Berinu Islands form a strategic archipelago south of Berinu and Thazvaar. Following their liberation from entrenched Thazvaari criminal regimes, they willingly assimilated into the Geban Empire. This transition marked a turning point in the Thazvaar conflict, as the islands became host to the Empire’s largest naval base and a vital research outpost. Over time, they emerged as a sanctuary for relocated minds—some brilliant, others dangerous—situated amid oceanic volatility and fertile lowland terrain.

Terrain

Coral reefs, volcanic spires, terraced lowlands, and nutrient-rich deltas sustain marine biodiversity and agricultural output. These formations remain vulnerable to erosion caused by stellar tidal forces.

Elevation

Predominantly low-lying with gentle hills and foothills separating inland districts. Volcanic protrusions provide natural elevation up to moderate heights—ideal for coastal defense, yet prone to seasonal flooding in certain basins.

Climate

Warm and humid subtropical, maintained by oceanic circulation patterns. Temperatures range steadily between 20–30°C year-round, influenced by equatorial positioning and indirect radiance from Saethern.

Weather

High-frequency cyclones, storms, and tidal surges persist due to deep-sea convection. Predictable wet seasons bring nutrient upwellings, with occasional auroral bursts triggered by Izhara’s solar ionization.

Historical Significance

Initially petitioning the Empire for rescue from criminal domination, the Berinu Islands became willingly integrated and rapidly militarized. Emperor Venar’Tal Kareth later established presence in the northern archipelago during Thazvaar’s concluding campaigns. In post-war cycles, the islands evolved into high-security research colonies, retaining critical naval and experimental significance well into the modern age.

Source Notes

• "Berinu reaches out to Empire for assistance in combating Thazvaan criminal organizations who were violently controlling their resources and government."
• "The Empire directly liberates Berinu and they willfully assimilate to retain autonomy."
• "The Berinu Islands become home to the largest imperial naval base, drastically changing the direction of the war with Thazvaar."
• "Emperor Tal moves to northern Berinu to personally fight in the final days of the war."
• "Known for research colonies and experiments. Historical home to the empire's largest naval base."
• "Oceanic convection risks."
• "Many of the Empire's most brilliant (or dangerous) minds have been relocated here, sometimes by force."
• "Berinu Islands south of Berinu known for research colonies and experiments."