Eada

Eada is a large south-eastern island within Arlok with a warm, tropical climate. It is situated between two bodies of water: the New Eir Sea to the north and Great Southern Eir to the south. It is described as a sun-drenched paradise, where the sunrise and sunsets have inspired dozens of notable poets and artists. 'Eada' translates to 'east' in the Arlain language.

The continent is shared by two major kingdoms, divided by the central Jenguard Mountains: Temparis, to the south-west of the mountain range, and Bordent, to the north-east. The central region of Dragon's Head is a disputed area where several battles have taken place between the two warring kingdoms. The stronghold of Mare, situated in Mareland, is considered a semi-autonomous, or minor, kingdom within Temparis.

Settlement

Eada was settled by nomadic Ancients during the later stages of the Dichotome, during a time when the island was connected to Nirtoh by a sandy peninsula. It was previously a part of the super-continent, 'Neolok' (New Island), but was separated from Nirtoh by the New Eir Sea after the effects of Kao Kao Da rose sea levels significantly.

The main ancient tribe that settled on Eada were the Bykan-Rid, who built a large civilization in the low-lying Hinterland rain forest on the eastern side of the mountains. The Bykan-Rid survived the mass extinction event of Kao Kao Da and persisted into the Empiric age, even after new settlers arrived to Eada via ship approximately 800 battre. Modern (Empiric) explorers from Nirtoh and Siytoh Minor quickly found great value in Eada's rich soil and established two large shipping ports at opposing ends of the island, called the Bay of Dusk and Bay of Dawn, where the kingdoms of Temparis and Bordent arose, respectively and in parallel. Competition over land and exports initiated the rivalry between these two warring sides.

The settlers of Mareland were largely fishermen who came from the Dreary, located in the southern region of Win Wenada. After establishing an alliance with Temparis, the Marish were allowed to own land, build their own castle, and engage in fishing exportation under the guidance and direction of the Temparishan monarch.

Climate and environment

Eada is known for its warm temperatures year-round. The island is surrounded by large, white-sand beaches, rocky cliffs, and coral reefs. Other than the dry Jenguards, most of the region is highly fertile with adequate rainfall to supply both kingdoms' crops. Hinterland is more low-lying than the western half of Eada, creating a humid rain forest filled with exotic plans and animals. The Jenguards are the most elevated region on the continent, and experiences higher temperatures - sometimes severe heatwaves - than the lowlands either side of it. Across the continent, the temperature frequently remains warm year-round. Rainfall is highest in the wet season and much less in the dry season.