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'''Atavia''' is an island to the east of [[New Yustona]] in the [[Nysdra Sea]] that is part of [[Urcea]]. | '''Atavia''' is an island to the east of [[New Yustona]] in the [[Nysdra Sea]] that is part of [[Urcea]]. | ||
Prior to the [[Nysdran Collapse]] which connected the Nysdra Sea to the [[Ocean of Cathay]], Atavia was a highland region which archaeologists believe was heavily settled by prehistoric Cronans due to its advantageous, defensible position, though little is known about these peoples. Human habitation continued on the island immediately following its becoming an island, but archaeologists believe these groups died off or departed for the mainland. Within the historical record, Atavia has been the home of many different types of peoples, most of whom being transient groups of fishermen who would settle on the island for the season and depart. | Prior to the [[Nysdran Collapse]] which connected the Nysdra Sea to the [[Ocean of Cathay]], Atavia was a highland region which archaeologists believe was heavily settled by prehistoric Cronans due to its advantageous, defensible position, though little is known about these peoples. Human habitation continued on the island immediately following its becoming an island, but archaeologists believe these groups died off or departed for the mainland. Within the historical record, Atavia has been the home of many different types of peoples, most of whom being transient groups of fishermen who would settle on the island for the season and depart. Permanent settlement of the island began around 1300 AD, and it was largely self governing until its conquest by the [[Algosh]] in [[1903]]. The island remained largely isolated until the late 20th century, when it began to modernize due to increased interaction with nearby [[New Yustona]]. The island was seized from [[Algoquona]] by [[Urcea]] in 2024 with restoration of local control and traditions being a top priority of the [[Government of Urcea]] following a century of Algosh rule. The island is home to a [[Royal Air Force (Urcea)|Royal Air Force]] base which will be the largest in the [[Nysdra Sea]] region. | ||
== Etymology == | == Etymology == | ||
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== Economy == | == Economy == | ||
Atavia's economy is primarily centered around fishing. As fishing boats and methods have become increasingly advanced on the island, support industries - such as boat mechanics and even some limited retail locations for fishing tools and paraphernalia - have begun to grow around it. Besides fish, Atavia's main export is what could be described as "cultural oddities", products specific to the Atani people and their traditions such as whale bone horns, miniature sized dolmens which have become popular in [[Urcea]] as {{wp|paper weights}} and desktop decoration, and other similar items which serve both as functional products as well as souvenirs. Construction is increasingly becoming the largest industry on the island as the [[Urcean military]] has been constructing bases all along the island. It is estimated that the service economy adjacent to the [[Royal Air Force (Urcea)|Royal Air Force]] base on the island will be the largest portion of the economy by 2050. | |||
== Demographics == | == Demographics == | ||
=== Ethnic groups === | === Ethnic groups === | ||
A small number of unassimilated [[Algosh]] people remain on the island, and they have been the victim of frequent discrimination and attacks by the native Atani people since [[Urcea]] took control of the island. The majority of these people are being voluntarily repatriated to the [[Algosh Republic]], though some have elected to stay. | |||
=== Languages === | === Languages === | ||
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=== Music === | === Music === | ||
The mixed heritage of Atani culture has produced an eclectic musical culture reflecting its mixed origins. While most music and songs of the Atani people are songs known on the mainland of [[Cusinaut]] with little to some regional variation, Atani culture has a long tradition of unorthodox instruments made from whale bones and other sea-related instruments such as shells. In recent years, Atavia has become a popular tourist destination for prominent [[Urcea|Urcean]] recording artists who bring in many of the best known Atani musicians to feature in their songs using unique instruments. Since the Urcean capture of the island in 2024, many Atani craftsmen have been producing instruments at increased rates, not only including their own native instruments for export but also typical [[Occidental]] instruments using local materials and craftsmanship. Atani-crafted guitars with whale bone accents have become a highly sought after item in [[Music in Urcea|Urcean musical circles]] and are becoming extremely fashionable in [[Levantia]]. | |||
=== Language === | === Language === | ||