Gohomi (고호미)
Gohomi is the City of Convergence and Conservation, located in the central plains of Ganaguk. It serves as the heart of water management for the Malnarr Empire, where aqueducts from across the empire converge to purify and redistribute water. Governed by the Water Keepers Council, Gohomi enforces strict water standards, ensuring the cleanliness of its waters and maintaining pristine rivers and ecosystems. The city is a technological marvel, featuring automated purification plants, an extensive network of underground canals, and advanced steam-powered transport systems. It is divided into distinct districts like the Convergence Core, Waterwheel District, and Greenview Heights, reflecting its blend of industrial, administrative, and residential functions. Known for its water-related industries and magical research, Gohomi symbolizes the empire's commitment to unity, innovation, and environmental stewardship.
Government
Structure: Gohomi’s governance revolves around the Water Keepers Council, a specialized governing body composed of engineers, chemists, and Artts practitioners. They are responsible for overseeing water quality, infrastructure maintenance, and enforcement of regulations.
Leadership: The city is led by the High Keeper, a position appointed by the emperor of Malnarr. The High Keeper must be both a skilled scientist and a wise administrator, ensuring that Gohomi remains an efficient and equitable city.
Public Accountability: A system of regional audits ensures that water from all parts of Malnarr meets strict standards. The council has the power to fine or imprison regional leaders for non-compliance, creating a culture of responsibility across the empire.
Industry & Trade
Water Purification: The city’s main industry revolves around treating and redistributing water.
Engineering: Gohomi produces advanced water filtration systems, airships, and pollution detection technology for the entire empire.
Magical Research: Artts-based advancements in purification and environmental protection are major areas of study.
Trade: Gohomi exports purified water systems, steam-powered machinery, and pollution-cleaning drones. Imports include agricultural products and raw materials, as Gohomi lacks significant farmland and mineral deposits.
Infrastructure
The Grand Aqueduct Network: Aqueducts from every region of Malnarr converge in Gohomi. Each aqueduct is equipped with advanced filtration systems and Artts-based safeguards to prevent contamination en route.
Automated Purification Plants: Semi-automated facilities use steam engines, chemical filtration, and magical purification to process vast amounts of water daily.
Convergence Pools:Central to the city’s design, these pools act as both water reservoirs and cultural landmarks, symbolizing Malnarr’s interconnected regions.
Underground Canals: Beneath Gohomi, an extensive network of canals transports purified water back to rivers and ecosystems, keeping the city’s streets pristine.
Transport Systems: The city is crisscrossed with steam-powered trams and canal ferries, making movement efficient and environmentally friendly.
Districts
The Convergence Core: Home to the Convergence Pools, the Water Keepers Council, and key monuments representing Malnarr’s regions. A hub of cultural and administrative activity.
Waterwheel District: An industrial zone powered by massive waterwheels, driving purification plants and mechanical workshops. Houses steamworks and facilities for producing water-cleaning drones and airship parts.
Greenview Heights: A residential district with vertical gardens, clean streets, and well-planned housing. Known for its public spaces and education centers for Water Keeper training.
Trade Quarters: A bustling marketplace where merchants trade water-related technologies, magical artifacts, and agricultural products. The site of biannual Water and Technology Expos, drawing inventors and traders from across the empire.
The Subterranean Ward: Beneath the city, a hidden network of tunnels and reservoirs is maintained by a secretive faction of Water Keepers. It handles overflow and houses backup purification systems.
Guilds and Factions
The Water Keepers: The most powerful faction in Gohomi, responsible for water management and policy enforcement.
The Steamwrights Guild: Specializes in maintaining and innovating the city’s steam-powered infrastructure, from trams to waterwheels.
The Artts Consortium: A collective of magical practitioners focused on improving purification Artts and experimenting with eco-friendly magical solutions.
The Purity Advocates: A grassroots organization that pushes for even stricter environmental regulations and accountability for regions that pollute.
The Grey Basin Syndicate: A shadowy group that operates in the Subterranean Ward, rumored to profit from waste disposal and black-market trade.
Architecture
Blended Styles:
The city’s buildings feature a blend of Ganaguk’s mountainous aesthetics and Inugeun-inspired technological design.
Structures incorporate natural materials like stone and brass, often adorned with flowing water motifs.
Vertical Gardens:
Greenery cascades down buildings, creating a natural aesthetic while improving air quality
Aqueduct Aesthetics:
Each aqueduct is uniquely designed to reflect the culture of the region it serves, with intricate carvings and cultural emblems.
Water-Integrated Design:
Public fountains, canals, and reflecting pools are everywhere, turning the city into a living symbol of water conservation.
Geography
Central Plains Location:
Gohomi lies in the heart of Ganaguk, surrounded by gently rolling plains that serve as a buffer for incoming aqueducts.
Climate
Temperate Climate:
Gohomi enjoys a mild climate with consistent rainfall, ensuring a steady supply of water.
Foggy Mornings:
Mist often settles over the convergence pools in the early morning, adding a mystical atmosphere.
Moderate Summers:
Thanks to the city’s condensation systems, summer temperatures remain comfortable.
Natural Resources
Water Abundance:
The city’s greatest resource is its control over Malnarr’s water systems, providing a strategic and economic advantage.
Limited Farmland:
Gohomi lacks significant farmland, relying heavily on imports and advanced farming techniques like hydroponics.
Biodiversity:
Surrounding rivers and wetlands are rich with aquatic life, contributing to local ecosystems and research.
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