The Kines (kənɛs) islands are a group of 59 islands in the Empty Sea. They are inhabited by humans, pigs, ducks, and various other animals, many native to the islands. It is estimated they were first inhabited by humans about 7000 years ago, around 6500YBU. All of the islands are now inhabited, and the islands have a total population of 20,147,498. They are the most densely populated area in the world, and contain 16 sovereign states. 100% of the population speaks the Holon language, which originated in what is now Oparal.