Railsea by China

Or, The Half-Made World

In a world where vast stretches of intertwined railways cover the earth, a young apprentice named Sham Yes ap Soorap embarks on a journey aboard a moletrain, hunting giant moles that burrow beneath the tracks. As Sham navigates this perilous landscape, he discovers a mysterious photograph that hints at a hidden truth beyond the known world. Driven by curiosity and a desire for adventure, Sham's quest leads him into encounters with pirates, salvagers, and the enigmatic creatures of the railsea, ultimately challenging his understanding of the world and his place within it.