South Sea

The South Sea is a large, open body of water located between the southern Earth Kingdom and the South Pole. It extends from the southern coast of the continental Earth Kingdom to at least the islands that form that nation's southernmost territories in the south, as well as from Whale Tail Island and the former Air Nomad territories in the west to the narrow strait between the Earth Kingdom and the central one of its three large islands in the east. The sea is fairly isolated; due to the low importance of its bordering areas, there is little commercial or military traffic.

The Earth Kingdom coastline bordering the sea is fairly uneven, with a large inlet at the mouth of the Nan Shan River. The only coastal city of note is Chin Village. Though the sea is bordered by several very large islands, including Whale Tail Island, the only island of note in the sea is Kyoshi Island.

The south sea is rich in marine life, including many species of fish, octopi, the famous giant elephant koi, the unagi sea serpent, and possibly whales. fishing, therefore, represents the major industry of the region.