Lumenvein Bay

Type: Major bay (within the Glassflow Sea)
Shorelines: Arya (west) and Dravis (east)
Header Image (canon): Wide bay scene with outfall glow and beacon chains (Lumenvein Bay)

Overview

Lumenvein Bay is the vast basin where three branches of the Coldfire River debouch into the sea. Here, the water displays luminous “veins”—bands where white-sand particulates stream through clear, glassy currents beneath a surface that can show undulating white flames edged in blue during certain conditions.

Hydrology & Outfalls

• Tri-Mouth System: Three distinct Coldfire mouths discharge into Lumenvein, each with its own circulation pattern and beaconed lane.
• Energy Behavior: Coldfire energy is strongest inside the bay, tapering toward the Dispersion Line at the bay’s mouth; beyond that line, Glassflow conditions resume.

Hazards (Concentrated Here)

• Paleflame Fog: Dense, luminous fog banks that form and shear without warning.
• Glare: Powerful white-blue glare at dawn/dusk; visor panes required.
• Sandglass Streaks: High-density plumes that score hulls and can frostbite exposed timbers.
• Frostbite Slicks: Super-chilled films on calm surfaces; pilots read beacon cadence to avoid them.

Navigation & Control

• Beacon Chains: Lane buoys outline Mid, East, and South East Veins.
• Pilotage: Mandatory within the lanes; transits are timed against fog advisories and glare windows.
• Harbor Practices: Tinted signal lamps; warded light-towers echo alerts when intent wards on nearby infrastructure ping.