Laachiia

Laachiia is the name of the loud, giant turtle where the only Abyssian village is. It is the largest animal in Talica, although no mates are known. It is, most hope, the last of its kind. Currently, its route consists of every port in Talica, counterclockwise, stopping to trade and rest.
Only Abyssians, more specifically the Laachiite reside on its back.

Demographics

100% Abyssians

Government

While Laachiia is governed primarily much like a large ship with a captain and his mates, those lack any power during dockings. Instead, the turtle's stewards are expected to handle anything related to the hosting cities.

Defences

Laachiia might seem harmless at first sight, but the turtle has been known to break ships in half with one bite, and move surprisingly fast. The village residents themselves know how to fend off attackers with spears, harpoons or nets, and they don't take too kindly to anyone that attacks their turtle. Given the steel around most of the animal's skin and shell, harming the turtle itself should also be beyond thought.

Industry & Trade

If you see Abyssians in your port (and after you figure out if they aren't invading you), you can expect them to try to sell fish, crabs, squids and maybe a shark or two.

Infrastructure

Most of the Laachiite profit from underwater, be it fishing or diving for jewels. Their technology focuses on nautical exploration, be it the creation of baits or weapons to fend off predators and pirates.

Assets

Long harpoons, reserves of salt and ice, steel coating around their turtle's shell.

History

No one knows when Laachiia first arrived in Fortressia, but it was long after Tiberius I's reign. Few Abyssians willingly talk about history, let alone where the turtle hails from or how they tamed it. Nowadays, they've reached such a routine that their presence is almost expected wherever they go. (Not desired though, that's a different achievement altogether)

Type

Village

Population

700

Inhabitant Demonym

Laachiite