Pyper's Island is an island in the Titan Empire.
Pyper's Island serves as a significant historical and geographical landmark within the narrative of the Titan Empire. It originated as the desired settlement for the Huggie citizens who aspired to establish a democracy and achieve equality separate from the Huggie Empire. Upon arriving at Pyper's Island after a long journey, these citizens, identifying themselves as Pyperians, began to expand their influence by taking control of surrounding islands, including Lasstass Island.
However, this expansion came with challenges, notably the difficulty in growing wood due to the Huggie trees' incompatibility with the Eastern Island environment. In response to this issue, the Pyperians resorted to stealing trees and resources from Titar, which strained their relationship with that state. To mitigate tensions, the Pyperians sought strategic advantage by crossing the bay, positioning themselves better for potential military conflict.
This hostile backdrop led to the outbreak of war, particularly marked by "The Battle of Truth," which occurred near present-day Truth City. Although the Pyperians were defeated in this initial battle, support came later from Titassa, a state with its own grievances against Titar. This alliance strengthened the Pyperian Kingdom, allowing it to gain control over Titar after a few years.
Over the years, the Pyperian Kingdom eventually evolved into the Titan Kingdom following a period of political upheaval resulting from the unexpected death of Titassa's leader, creating a power vacuum. This newer nation experienced a notable era of peace and growth, with economic expansion and educational advancements. However, peace was disrupted when the Huggie Empire attacked the Titan Kingdom, leading to a difficult decision to surrender in order to protect its citizens during the Huggie World War II. This war eventually culminated in a rebellion that restored the Titan Kingdom, allowing it to flourish once more.Â