Ca'taal

The sacred lake of the a'Shari, Ca'taal is a shallow pan lake in the Shar. Important to a'Shari farming, transit, and veneration of Und'jin, Ca'taal is central to aShari culture in many ways.

The lake is deep in the north and shallower in the south. The northern lake is known for its deep water, colorful corals and abundant fish life. The southern lake is shallow, with rich soil and reeds, and abundant bird and animal life. Kolchie reeds grown on the lake are said to have special properties, from healing to carrying the blessings of the spirits.

Aziir, the capital city of the a'Shari, sits at the edge of the lake, across the the outlet into the D'juma river.