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Overview

Langtide (Nortongue \ˈlæŋɡtaɪd\) is named for its elongated shape. Lore about Langtide is thorough and accurate. It is highly civilized, well mapped, and studied by scholars and historians.

History

Langtide is one of only two islands in Mercatia to never have been renamed. For much of the Shattered Age, Langtide was the most populous and wealthiest of islands in Mercatia, home to three pirate companies, each allied for decades through family ties. It wasn't until the rise of Suentius in the late Shattered Age that Goldreach outpaced Langtide in population, wealth, and power.

Populations

Kopakita has a population of 73600, across 2 cities and 6 villages. High quality roads connect all of the settlements. The northern city is famous for artists, including painting, drawing, sculpture, and more. It is also famous for having a Temple of Pattern where Suentius himself was Herald before becoming God of Pattern, where he nurtured and blessed many artists. The southernmost village is famous for a Herald of Form ritual site which is used to ward off The Strange Tide from Acrolon.

Geography

Langtide is one of the largest Isles of Splendor, spanning almost 200 miles from north to south. Most of the island is grassy plains. The northern tip of the island is a small marsh. The western coast has a small patch of jungle. In the center of the island is a stretch of forested hills with spring-fed rivers. The southern tip of the island is clay shrubland.

Economy

Langtide has one of the most robust diversity of natural resources. It has enough fish, building stone, lumber, textiles, and agriculture to serve its large population. It also exports a surplus of agriculture, lumber, textiles, and building stone. From its jungle, it exports dyes and medicines. It also has significant exports and local markets of art from local artists.