Mazah

The **Mazah** region is a region of the Pokémon world. It was inspired by the Youtube channel Subjectively (largely by channel members Jack and Claire) and introduced in the game Pokémon Untamed.

## Etymology and design concept

### Design concept

Mazah is largely based on the real-life country of Mexico and the surrounding regions, as explained by Claire.

## History

### Ancient History

Long before the Mazah region was inhabited by humans, Pokémon ruled the land. Wild and unruly, the native species were kept in check by two legendary entities: Maripome and Hylarmos. In order to preserve a healthy cycle of life and death, the two legendary Pokemon ensured that both predators and prey could live in balance. Maripome watched over the prey, teaching them how to run, hide and defend themselves. Hylarmos lorded over the predators ensuring that they did not take more than they needed to survive. The first human civilizations to form in the Mazah region were called the Imata and Katalu, and over time each society grew to acknowledge and revere the legendary Pokemon that shared their home. The Katalu were followers of Hylarmos the first hunter, the Imata worshiped Maripome the first hunted. Consequently, the Imata and Katalu adopted lifestyles similar to their respective deities. Some favored the way of the predator: stagnant, unchanging and always hungry for more. While other humans sought the life of prey. Ever moving, ever vigilant, and wary of danger. While the teachings of Hylarmos were understood by the Pokemon of the Mazah region, the humans misconstrued their message. The two tribes began feuding with one another over their ideologies. Seeing their respective deities as valuable weapons in the upcoming battle, both the Imata and Katalu took control of Hylarmos and Maripome using specially crafted jewelry. Against their will, the two great beasts clashed in an epic battle that ravaged the land and resulted in the loss of countless people and Pokemon. Realizing their mistake, the people of both the Imata tribe and Katalu kingdom abandoned their violent ambitions and agreed to work together to save their home. They imprisoned their two gods in an ancient tomb, sealing them away for all eternity.

Another ancient civilization that worships Elorimanda existed in the Mazah region, yet was lost to time. Not much is known about them.

### Modern history

Today, the tribes of the Katalu and Imata seem to have faded into the past, with only strong ideologues still feuding over the beliefs of tradition and progression. Many spots in the current Mazah region have been developed into tourist destinations. Some Mazian residents resent the destruction of old sites with history, while others praise the immense progress being made into making the Mazah region even better than before.

## Geography

Mazah's geography takes direct inspiration from Mexico and Latin America, such as the inclusion of structures reminiscent of the Yucatán Peninsula and the Gulf of Mexico. Artistic liberties have been taken, however, as Mazah contains features not found in its real world counterpart.

### Climate

The Mazah region has a variety of climates, ranging from temperate, to shrubland, to desert, volcano, mountains, jungle, and coastland.