Tessel

Overview
Tessel is an island off the coast of the former Escharian Empire which has been a conflict region on several occasions. Key events which have happened here include the Turtlonian Wars, the Pit Conflict, the founding of Pittsburgh, the founding of Iron-Spire, the Auroran Occupation of the Island, the Auroran Deportation of the Island, and the Imperial Reclamation of the Island.

The western most part of the island was home to the civilization of Turtlonia, while the eastern part held an Elven subspecies before they were driven from the Island by Escharians. The Eastern Island is also home of the Tess who unbeknownst to the Escharians were in magical hibernation on the island, and are relatives of the Elves who were driven out. Later the western part of the island sunk during the Soleannen Ascension ritual, the major world event which saw the Escharian Capital be destroyed and sunk beneath the waves as well, as a result of West Tessel sinking.

As of April 10th, 2023, The eastern island is controlled by Farania, while the Western Island is controlled by the Soleannen Empire.

Etymology
Tessel is named for the Escharian word for turtle, in reference to its original inhabitants. The word itself is a joke name originating from "Kessel" due to the connotations of it being a hive of crime.