Welcome 2 Neovisca
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Neovisca is an archipelago consisting of 6 main islands and is located North East of Australia, also considered an Australian territory. The population is very diverse in cultural backgrounds and (fish) species!
The 6 main islands of Neovisca are Heladi, Pauxiti, Luspil, Topiki, Oosisc, and Mayajaal
lil map for u guys
Heladi is the poster child of the islands, considering it’s the only island that allows tourists year round along with having the biggest size. It’s filled with beautiful beaches, architecture and tons of fun activities for both merfolk and humans. Often referred to as the headquarters of the archipelago because of the fact all goods enter and leave through this island since it’s the only place with a public airport and dock. All goods are distributed to the other islands after.
Neoviscans often compare the entire island to the idea of Los Angeles, with its densely populated cities and artistic community. It's a popular destination for a weekend getaway for merfolk, but most of them would never want to live there unless they wanted to be an artist or a tourist scammer.
Pauxiti is often overlooked, but rarely forgotten. It's the best island for retirement due to the already high population of retired mers, and its strong emphasis on tradition makes it one of the most comfortable spots to live.
Though day to day life here is slow, during the holiday season it can get quite lively due to the influx of families visiting their parents or grandparents, even then it’s still a very calm island. This island is also the only one that doesn’t allow tourists at any point in the year, mostly because its residents can’t be bothered to hide their scales or tails. Come on gramps… Though they do allow tour boats and scuba divers to pass by since there is a wonderful coral reef between them and Heladi. Wouldn’t want to miss that
Luspil’s population lives mostly underwater, with plenty of unique caves, coves and lagoons, it’s a fun spot to adventure in. The community is very welcoming with the high number of visitors from other islands as well as tourists wanting to visit some beautiful natural wonders. Just make sure to be aware of when the low and high tides are, because it's very common for tourists to leave some belongings on the beach and come back to said belongings floating on water. That's why we have the rescue service to retrieve belongings during high tides, it's a very needed job here.
Topiki is arguably the prettiest island, a not so hidden gem. With its cluttered streets creating a unique environment that goes crazy on aesthetic influencers social media. When the season is right and the island opens up for tourists, it’s quickly flooded with people. Its the second most populated island, and the second biggest tourist destination. Brightly painted buildings, simple yet creative decoration, lagoons and shops crowded with people, familiar and new faces all looking around in awe.
Hotels and homes with balconies people only seem like they exist in romcoms set in Paris, flowerbeds overgrown and vines growing up walls with geometric patterns made with ceramic tiles. Which can all be seen in the cable cars that go around the island, well most of the island.
Oosisc is the current home of yours truly,the dream location for spring break and the home of some of the nicest people you may ever meet. Technically apart of Topiki, but often referred to as its own island. Friendly faces are almost as common as food trucks, which are beloved because of how good the food here is considered. Restaurants owned by families for generations, the quality of the food prioritized over the wait time. But don't worry, because you can always order it to go and go pet the local cats or stare over the ocean until your food is ready.
That's not to say the cats won't steal your food, because if you get distracted by the colorful brick paths or window shop for too long and you might have some bite marks in your take-out container.
Mayajaal the underdog, full of tradition and culture, the melting pot of Neovisca. The place people go to get food that feels like home, the place with the most beautiful bike trails. Nature that feels untouched even with the towns resting at the bottoms of mountains or along coastlines. Farms you can tour and get a basket of fresh picked fruit, cramped villages or homes resting over the water. The odd shape of the island allows for plenty of fishing or tour boats to go around which are all wonderful experiences.
Fun fish facts !
༄ Neovisca is only around 1,000 years old
༄ There is no official language
༄ Our currency is called Shoals (paper bills) & Pearls (coins) But most of us call them dollars
༄ Most traditions originate or have been adapted from other countries cultures that were brought here
༄ You have to have immediate family be a resident of Neovisca or the archipelago in Europe to become a citizen (because humans trying to infiltrate mers…)
༄ Tourists are only allowed seasonally for the same reason
fish friends : @easyboyrecliner // @ashstwr // @tadaffied // @ananaloghorrorgirl (the actual reason I included the map) // @ipodcord // @l1ttlejellyf1shy // @elyssshft // @emotionallyderanged // @delicatelullaby // @sireneptune
mermay is really ruining my tough guy appearance. Also I’ve had this in the drafts since 2024
