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Darhi Teku

The Darhi Teku ocean, the biggest of Mytilias' five oceans, is still uncharted in land-based societies. Sailors, pirates, and fishermen have explored the ocean for different reasons. What lies beneath the surface of Darhi Teku remains unknown except for what they have passed down in stories and records.

Geography

This is the ocean that flows around The Krug Islands. This ocean is surrounded by the continents of Ofay, Poina, and Bas' Gate.

Localized Phenomena

Merfolk

  Sailors, pirates and fishermen share stories of the Darhi Teku ocean as a realm of mystery and wonder. According to the, they have come across captivating creatures, half-human and half-fish, known as merfolk. Myths describe these creatures as having enchanting beauty and extraordinary abilities.  

Selkies

  Selkies, beings that morph from seals to other sapient species, live in the Darhi Teku ocean. Coastal folklore and legends often depict these magical creatures as possessing an enchanting allure.   These legendary creatures are both fascinating and thought to by mythical.

Fauna & Flora

Bioluminescent Fish in Darhi Teku by Kat Sanders with MidJourney AI
 

Delights of Darhi Teku

  The ocean is home to a variety of captivating marine creatures. Legends tell of giant squid, whose enormous size and powerful tentacles evoke both wonder and terror. Dolphins, which are known for their intelligence and playful nature, reportedly inhabited these waters. Some accounts describe what of immense sizes, compared to houses, creating a feeling of magnificence and splendor. The Darhi Teku ocean is a mesmerizing spectacle thanks to the bioluminescent fish that illuminate the dark depths with their radiant glow.  
The Kraken of Darhi Teku by Kat Sanders with MidJourney AI

Terror in the Depths

  Legends not only speak of magnificent sea creatures but also of savage beasts lurking in the abyss, whose true nature and form remain a mystery. Among the ocean's creatures, there are sharks with teeth as big as a man's arm, and they emanate a feeling of peril and aggression. These apex predators roam the depths, instill both fear and fascination in those who cross their paths.   The Darhi Teku ocean is also home to the legendary kraken, a colossal and frightening sea monster. According to legend, it is a gigantic cephalopod with strong tentacles that can drag entire ships underwater. The other creatures of the seas worship as a god. The kraken is a symbol of the deep mysteries and dangers of the ocean, often inspiring seafarers and storyteller alike.

Natural Resources

Shimmering Coral Reef by Kat Sanders with MidJourney AI
  Shimmering coral formations adorn the ocean's underwater landscape, creating vibrant and colorful ecosystems. The coral reefs offer a home and nourishment to all manor of sea creatures, which contribute to the diversity of the underwater world. The sea creatures that receive nourishment from the shimmering coral of Darhi Teku are a delicacy for the surface world.
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Cover image: Darhi Teku by Kat Sanders with MidJourney AI

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