Type: River

Location: Habitual Belt, Eastern Equatorial Section, Asari Region

The Tijonara River originates in the Tijonara Mountains and flows southeastward through the Senti Tribe’s ancestral territory before merging with the Arla River in the vast wetland of Lake Tijonara. Although relatively short compared to the Arla River, the Tijonara is ecologically and culturally vital. It forms the western boundary of Senti territory and is considered sacred, both as a natural resource and as a symbol of tribal identity and guardianship.

Because it flows through steppes, grasslands, and transitional wetlands, the Tijonara River connects diverse biomes and serves as an ecological corridor. Its significance has only increased since the Peace Treaty following the Great War, as it is now protected and preserved under Native stewardship.

• Source in the Tijonara Mountains: The river rises from spring-fed mountain streams on the southern slopes of the Tijonara Mountains. Its high-altitude origin ensures a clean, reliable flow year-round.

• Open Steppes and Grasslands: Descending into the Senti plains, the river flows through rolling grasslands grazed by native herds like the Odo. The land here is semi-arid but fertile near the riverbanks, supporting seasonal vegetation.

• Confluence at Lake Tijonara: The river slows and branches as it enters Lake Tijonara, where it meets the Arla River in a dynamic delta system filled with wetlands, reed forests, and rich aquatic habitats. This area is of immense spiritual and ecological importance to the Senti.

• Length: Approximately 220 kilometers from its source to its merging point with the Arla River in Lake Tijonara.

Exohuman records of the river's plant life stem from limited Beta Age expeditions. Most of the region was protected or hostile to Exohuman intrusion, especially near Senti land. Post-war access is prohibited.

• River Grass: Hardy grass species that line the riverbanks, stabilizing the soil and feeding migratory herbivores.
• Bluefern Moss: A bluish aquatic moss found in shaded patches along the upper river, aiding in water filtration and microhabitat creation.
• Glowrush Reeds: Tall, flexible reeds in the delta zone, glowing faintly in the dark and used by the Senti for ceremonial purposes.

• Beta Age Conflict: Set during the Beta Age, the Exohuman exploitation of the river and the subsequent conflict with the Senti Tribe provides a rich backdrop for adventures. Players might act as Exohuman settlers navigating tensions, Senti warriors planning a rebellion, or neutral mediators seeking to prevent escalation.
• Ecological Quests: The river’s vibrant ecosystem offers opportunities for exploration and survival challenges, such as retrieving rare resources like Glowrush Reeds or studying the behaviors of unique species.
• Historical Investigations: Players might uncover remnants of the Exohuman courier station or base, discovering artifacts.
• Sacred Guardianship: The river’s sacred status to the Senti could lead to spiritual quests, such as uncovering myths tied to the river or defending it from violations of the Peace Treaty.

• Habitual Belt
• Asari Region
• Tijonara Mountains
• Lake Tijonara
• Arla River
• Senti Tribe
• Exohumans