Straits of Fire

The Straits of Fire, geographically classified as EL-19, is a region near the core of the Elvish Lands. It is home to many kingdoms due to its fertility. The region's name comes from the high amount of volcanic activity in the region, and the ash from the volcanoes are rich in nutrients, making the region a hotspot for Elvish colonization. =Geography=

Kingdom Placement
The Straits are thought to be one of the oldest sites for colonization outside of Cyclandia, and was home to over 40 tribes of Wolves who were banished when Elves arrived. The first kingdom in the region is Elverion, which was originally built as an outpost of Kreiantor, a kingdom in the High Islands. The kingdom evolved into a haven for all tribes. Elverion was built in the east of the region, near Oregon Strait, while the second-largest kingdom, Areinia, was constructed in the northwest. Despite being on the edge of the region, Areinia's authority was respected in the Straits and even outside of the region. Its strategic location enabled it to become a rich and prosperous country, and their respective colonies, such as Rheyalore and Mistui, became thriving kingdoms of their own.

Geology
The Straits are known for their high volcanic activity, and rings of volcanoes are located in the region. Many are still active, and others are dormant or dead; most of them host island chains, many of which are inhabited by Elves. The largest land in the region is the Baranu Island on which the kingdom of Arein is located.

Other Regions
The region borders many others, being very near to the Core of the Elvish Lands. It borders the Moonsliver Islands to the northwest; the Inner Isles to the northeast; the Kardon Sea to the southeast; and the High Islands to the west. Beyond the High Islands are the Deep Core, South Core, and Kazu Islands, which often initiate trading with kingdoms in the Straits, especially Arein. =Politics=

The SSF
The Senate of the Straits of Fire, abbreviated as SSF, is a group of rulers and representatives from the kingdoms in the Straits. They often meet in their house in Launciston, Rheyalore, and with the other regions' leaders in Renega, the capital of Bluerings. They make decisions which affect all the kingdoms and require the input of everyone.