The northern boundary of Iqes Sound is marked by the Pin Isles — a chain of narrow, pointed islands stretching between Iqes and Gyosha. The isles are named for their distinctive shapes: vertical spires of rock that jut from the water like pins stuck in a cushion.
The Pin Isles mark the boundary between Iqes's waters and Gyosha's sphere of influence. Fishing rights in the channels between the pins are contested; Iqes fishermen and Mirko-affiliated boats from Gyosha regularly clash over the best grounds. These disputes rarely escalate beyond thrown punches and cut nets — neither side wants to start a real conflict — but tensions simmer constantly.
The isles themselves are uninhabited. The rock is too steep for settlement, the soil nonexistent, the exposure too brutal. But the channels between them are excellent fishing grounds, and the spires make useful landmarks for navigation. Several of the larger pins have been marked with painted symbols — territorial claims, navigation aids, or warnings, depending on who you ask.