Agwaetiti Anunu

Often abbreviated by non-locals to Anunu, the Agwaetiti Anunu is an archipelago a few hundred miles off the southern coast of Haoshem. Throughout history, the islands were relatively isolated. The indigenous population evolved a complex social system including nation-states and federated governments.

Geography

Located at the intersection of three oceanic tectonic boundaries, there is a large amount of geothermal activity. Islands range from hundreds of thousands of years old to decades old, and underwater volcanic eruptions create new islands a few times every century on average. The islands are largely formed from shield volcanoes, many of which are still active.

Ecosystem

The ecosystem of Agwaetiti Anunu is largely based around amphibious and marine animals and birds, due to the relative isolation of each island within the archipelago. Plant life is more diverse, and tends towards angiosperms since birds were the primary carriers of seeds prior to sentient population. In addition to seafaring humans, tritons also visit the islands relatively often. Many of the islands have unique species, leading to one of the most diverse locations in the world.

Ecosystem Cycles

Seasons are relatively unheard of in the Agwaetiti Anunu, leading to very little seasonal variation with food production and other agricultural and aquacultural activity. Systemic change usually only happens with significant volcanic events, which every so often will create ash winters, known as Igwe Ojii in the local language.

Localized Phenomena

The Igwe Ojii are the primary unique weather phenomenon in the area, though they are relatively infrequent happening about once or twice a century. These events last usually for upwards of a month, and create harsh conditions for the residents. Igwe Ojii generally kill a large portion of annual crops especially grain, though orchards and other perennials often survive.

Alternative Name(s)

Anunu, The Blue Islands

Type

Archipelago