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The Saukhin Islands are located about 1,500 kilometers to the northeast of Stenza. The islands form the Polynesia ecoregion with [[Truk]], [[Rapa Rapa]], [[Taiiyo]], [[Acosta]], and [[Mazhosa]] (last 3 are placeholders). The Saukhin Islands is the largest and most populated archipelago of the Polynesian region. The archipelago consists of ten large islands, along with almost 70 smaller islands. These islands are all volcanic in origin. Ato'Ato is the largest and most populous island in the archipelago, at 945,142 inhabitants, which covers almost half of the entire region's population. Laui is the second most populous island, at 556,983 inhabitants. Auapka, Chuli and Kuapa are only other islands to have a population greater than 100,000 inhabitants. The islands are very mountainous, with the volcano Mount Ganja being the largest point in Tierrador

The Saukhin Islands, much like their Polynesian neighbors, exhibit a geographical remoteness from larger contiguous habitats. Life on these islands is thought to have originated through complex interactions of environmental factors, namely wind, waves facilitated by ocean currents, and the conveyance of various organisms such as birds, insects, and seeds, potentially adhering to their plumage. These insular landmasses stand distinguished for hosting one of the most diverse ecosystems globally, encompassing a myriad of species belonging to the realms of fish, birds, reptiles and amphibians. Notable among the indigenous fauna of the Saukhin Islands are the Saukhin reef heron, an avian species gracefully populating coastal regions; the Ato'Ato swallow, distinguished for its aerial prowess; the Polynesian clam, an unassuming yet ecologically significant bivalve; the pygmy killer whale, an enigmatic marine mammal navigating the surrounding waters; the Kuapa shark, a species that assumes a prominent role in the marine ecosystem; and the Kapa Lopa chameleon, which is the largest species of chameleon in the world. These islands, renowned for their exceptional biodiversity, find their landscape primarily dominated by subtropical laurel forests. The verdant expanse of these forests blankets the islands, and provide a lush habitat for the diverse array of flora and fauna. Large majestic trees punctuate the landscape, with their canopies creating a dynamic interplay of light and shade on the forest floor. The olfactory ambiance is infused with the fragrant notes of blossoms intermingling with the earthy scents emanating from the rich vegetative cover, forming a sensory panorama that enriches the immersive experience of the islands.