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The Ever-changing City
The districts of the city are constantly shifting and changing, both in terms of who is in control of them, and also their physical makeup. As new groups seize power, the districts seem to change and shift to match their new rulers. With technology, magic and myth mixing together, these districts are all unique, and can range from a more standard cyberpunk neighbourhood full of neon and dark alleys, to rural areas of forest and castles, or even magical spaces that defy the laws of physics.
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Below are a few examples of some of the districts that can be found within The City.
The Sabati District
The Sabati District is a technological marvel, with multiple levels of streets and buildings stretching high into the sky. Ruled by an ever-changing conglomeration of the most profitable companies in the district, many people live and work amongst it's bustling blocks. Crime here is low, with the ruling group providing security and prosperity to those who live there, providing they pull their weight. Many others from around the city travel here, in hopes of making it big and living in a (relatively) more secure part of The City.
The Rhenstock District
In Contract to Sabati, the Rhenstock District favours more magical advances over technology, and although still densely packed and made up of skyscrapers, the people here prefer a more relaxed way of living, with communal decision making and an appetite for experimenting with new rituals and artefacts over constant work. A large lake sits in the middle of the district, and many small artificial islands have been created as spaces to experiment with more risky magics, and although many people have tried to take control, the community has always ensured they don't stay in power for long.
Borlatti Forest
A much more rural part of The City, Borlatti forest is comprised of multiple settlements interspersed by large swathes of thick forest and winding rivers. Recently, many have been flocking to the area to escape the cramped lifestyle, leading to rapid growth in the settlements, as well as many grand manor houses being established. A mysterious group of undead werewolves inhabit the woods, led by a powerful woodland goddess and utilising devestating nature magic. The clash between this group and the residents has caused both the settlements and manors to create powerful technological defences, and the struggle between city and forest is constant.
Iidimoni
Once known as The Morgut District, a powerful portal was created in the heart of the district to the Shadow Realm, ripping apart the very fabric of reality in the area. The Shadow Realm now leaks into the district, distorting buildings and releasing hundreds of beings into the area. Despite this, residents refuse to give up their home, fighting back the horrors that have emerged and making use of the powerful magic of the Shadow Realm to enhance themselves, and use their enemies' own weapons against them.
Yeork's Castletown
Once ruled by a highly intelligent vampire cabal, after an invasion by a powerful gang, they were overthrown and killed, and their district taken over. Comprised of a giant technological castle built into a large artificial mountain, this keep is slowly degrading due to lack of care, with areas crumbling and the advanced technology failing. The gang, led by a humongous ogre named Yeork, prefer to spend their time drinking and partying, enjoying the power they hold whilst it lasts. Many travel to Castletown to drink, gamble and partake in the great festivals and tournaments of the gang.
Granville
Looking not out of place in the american midwest, Granville is a large town surrounded completely by giant cornfields and scattered farmhouses. Used as a great food source, the crops in Granville are procedurally generated, meaning whilst it is easy to get in, trying to get out is near impossible, with these fields seemingly stretching forever. Large blimps patrol the skies, projecting hard-light digitised police to handle any troublemakers, and to keep whatever is lurking in the fields at bay.
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