Agriculture

Climate, agriculture and society by island

Alta

30–40°N, Western Ocean

Climate

• Dry Mediterranean / Semi-Arid
• Key Influences: Hot dry summers, mild wet winters, water scarcity

Agriculture

• Winter rains support cereal crops (wheat, barley) planted in autumn and harvested in spring.
• Vineyards, olives, citrus, almonds thrive on poor, dry soils with long summers.
• Irrigation systems (cisterns, aqueducts, qanats) are vital.
• Grazing animals (goats, sheep) on dry hillsides.

Society

• Strong seasonal rhythm: labour-heavy in spring, dry rest in high summer.
• Architecture built for heat: thick walls, whitewash, shaded courtyards.
• Likely value water, drought resistance, and trade for food diversity.
• Culture may emphasise resilience, resourcefulness, and rituals tied to rainfall.

Isla Arbojan

35–40°N, Eastern Ocean

Climate

• Humid Subtropical or Monsoonal
• Key Influences: Hot humid summers, storms, mild winters

Agriculture

• Long growing season: two or more harvests per year.
• Wet rice, millet, soybeans, sugarcane, tea in lowlands.
• Fruit trees (plums, peaches, citrus) thrive in warm wet springs.
• Risk of storm damage and flooding—levees, terraces, and flood-resistant crops are common.

Society

• Dense populations supported by intensive farming.
• Likely bureaucratic or collectivist structures to manage irrigation.
• Culture may revolve around weather prediction, ancestor worship, and respect for nature’s cycles.
• Architecture adapted for heat and rain: sloped roofs, raised houses.

Veridia

45–55°N, Large West–East Island

Climate

• Oceanic / Maritime Temperate
• Key Influences: Cool summers, wet year-round, strong westerlies

Agriculture

• Hardy grains (rye, oats), root crops (potatoes, turnips), and brassicas (cabbage, kale).
• Dairying, sheep, and forest-based economies in the west.
• Eastern areas may grow fruits, flax, hops, and develop more complex farming if sheltered.
• Shorter growing season, less reliable harvests.

Society

• Communities used to overcast skies and stormy weather.
• Emphasis on storage, preservation, and community cooperation.
• Strong maritime culture in the west; eastern regions may be more agrarian and culturally distinct.
• Society might revere the sea, wind gods, or hold autumn festivals after harvest.

Climate summary

Island	Latitude	Position	Climate type	Key weather features
Alba	30-40° N	Western ocean	Dry Mediterranean or Semi-Arid	Hot dry summers, mild wet winters
Isla Arbojan	35-40° N	Eastern Ocean	Humid Subtropical or Monsoonal	Hot humid summers, storms, mild winters
Veridia	45-55° N	Large W–E island	Oceanic / Maritime Temperate	Cool, wet, windy; cloudy with mild summers