Skyways

The most common pattern in the Open Blue are the Skyways, air currents of varying sizes and speeds, much similar to ocean currents. They are easily detectable by a navigator's tools or a psychic's far sight. Most Skyways occur frequently, others are tentative and unreliable, while others are rare and may appear and disappear on a whim. Classified as a Frequently Occurring weather pattern, they are used very often by fliers for a faster trip; voyages are even planned specifically for riding a Skyway that was currently active at that time.

As it is often the case with Skyways, they are safe and reliable in that airships can ride them to wherever they lead with ease and without having to stir much. However, some Skyways dissolve and disappear unexpectedly at times, even the ones which are considered stable. Like ocean currents, navigators and geologists have observed that Skyways come and go with the seasons and shift with the temperature of the sky. Navigators from all around the world have recorded appearances of Skyways while notable Skyways that are reliable for fliers to use are printed on every Sky Map that is used for air travel.