Virelya

(Western Continent)

Virelya is the western of the two major continents of Omain, covering approximately 38.6 million square kilometres. Although slightly smaller than the Eastern Continent, Virelya hosts significant cultural, ecological, and historical diversity. The continent contains five modern nations and several prominent geological regions including notable mountain systems and major freshwater networks.

1. Overview

Historically home to numerous tribal societies representing diverse races and cultures, Virelya existed independently and largely undocumented by foreign civilizations until the arrival of the Erulian Empire in 134 A.H., when an imperial expedition formally charted its coasts. This event marked the beginning of Virelya’s recorded political history and initiated the Erulian era of continental expansion.

Despite later urbanization and state formation, many indigenous cultures continue to persist across the continent, particularly in frontier regions.

2. Political Divisions

Virelya is presently divided into five sovereign nations, each varying significantly in landmass, governance, and development.

Based on its total land area, the continental size is provisionally distributed as follows:

Country	Relative Size	Approx. Area (km²)	Notes
Uxbrid	Largest	15.2 million km²	Dominates central and northern landmass.
Thaxted	Medium–Large	9.1 million km²	Borders the Western Dragon Mountains.
Garenia	Medium	7.6 million km²	Known for volcanic terrain and cascades.
Hatland	Medium–Small	5.4 million km²	Hosts the Asahe Mountain Range.
Grantia	Smallest	1.3 million km²	Coastal nation with limited territory.

These values reflect proportional regional influence rather than historical claims.

3. History

Early Inhabitants

Before imperial contact, Virelya was home to numerous tribal confederations, nomadic groups, and early city-states belonging to varied races and species. Their historical development is often fragmented as most recorded accounts originate after imperial arrival.

“Discovery” by the Erulian Empire

Year of Contact: 134 A.H.
Event: First Erulian exploratory expedition
Outcome: Initiated continental mapping and led to overseas expansion of the Erulian Empire

Although widely referred to as the continent’s “discovery,” this term primarily reflects Erulian historiography and is debated by scholars studying indigenous civilizations.

4. Notable Geological Features

Western Dragon Mountains

A major mountain chain forming the natural border between Thaxted and Hatland. Known for steep volcanic ridges, draconic folklore, and difficult overland crossings.

Asahe Mountain Range

Located entirely within Hatland, the Asahe Range defines much of the nation’s interior and influences regional climate. It contains several high-altitude valleys and mineral-rich slopes.

Lakes of Talios

A collection of large freshwater lakes situated in northern Uxbrid. They serve as major ecological hubs, supporting dense forest biomes and trade networks across the northern frontier.

Orcish Cascades

A series of rugged cliffs, steppe plateaus, and cascading waterfalls in Garenia. The terrain is historically associated with orcish migrations and remains sparsely settled due to environmental difficulty.

5. Summary

Virelya is defined by:

Five sovereign nations with diverse territorial scales
A history shaped by indigenous cultures and later imperial contact
Major mountain ranges and distinctive freshwater and cliff systems

As one of Omain’s primary landmasses, Virelya continues to serve as a central region of cultural exchange, continental politics, and ecological significance.