Kalmontep

Turning to the savanna region of Jakkurin, Kalmontep has become a center of technology and warfare for the Kingdom of Darkia, from a critical base which it once was. It is only one thousand kilometers from the city, two kilometers to the east of the river Darkia and one kilometer to the eastern coastal line, that Kalmontep is a rapidly developing city, both harmonizing history with the state-of-the-art technologies. Its advantageous geographical position, as well as extensive mineral resources, has enabled the city not only to put up an airship plant but has also been a cause for taking the kingdom to a whole new stage in terms of its scope of activity and influence.
Kalmontep has ceased to be merely a forest city; presently, it acts as the military power of the breed and is one of the most favored aspects of the economy in the aristocratic Dominion of Darkia. Its airships give the kingdom a strategic edge, allowing for faster communication, troop movements, and trade over vast distances. With the ever-increasing output of the airship construction in Kalmontep, the heading is toward integration with the kingdom's growth and defense objectives.
In the city context, it reveals the coexistence of tradition and art. The city is now in this energetic state of a geographic area, and the quiet timber city turned into the center of aerial control, which allows The Kingdom of Darkia to dominate the skies.

Government

Kalmontep operates under a dual governance system that balances its historical roots as a resource hub with its modern military and technological significance. The city is governed by a Council of Engineers and Military Commanders, each representing the vital industries that have shaped Kalmontep's growth. This council reports directly to the Kingdom of Darkia's central government, with a royal representative overseeing major decisions, particularly those involving military strategy. The Head Engineer, elected by the powerful engineering guilds, works alongside the Airship Commander, who controls the city’s airship fleet. Together, they ensure that the city's economic, industrial, and defense systems function smoothly.

Defences

Kalmontep is one of the most heavily defended cities in the Kingdom of Darkia. The Fortress of the Sky serves as both a military headquarters and a defensive stronghold, equipped with powerful anti-aircraft weapons, artillery, and magical wards. The Airship Port is also guarded by a network of defensive towers, capable of fending off both aerial and ground assaults. In addition to the city's natural defenses, airships stationed at the port are always ready to defend the region, making Kalmontep nearly impervious to enemy attacks.

Industry & Trade

Kalmontep’s economy is driven by three key industries: airship manufacturing, timber production, and military equipment. The city's airship industry is the largest in the kingdom, producing merchant vessels, military warships, and advanced sky technology. Timber production remains a significant part of the economy, with durable woods harvested from the savanna forests and used in both shipbuilding and export. The city is also a major center for weaponry production, crafting advanced artillery, airship weapons, and defensive equipment for the Kingdom of Darkia.
Kalmontep relies on Tanbu Wood, which is harvested from the Kanthar Jungle. Tanbu Wood is prized for its flexibility and strength, being as hard as metal while retaining enough flexibility for use in both airship hulls and sea vessels. This unique wood is transported from Kutabarasht, the port city on the southeastern coast, to Kalmontep, supporting both the airship and naval industries. The combination of Fego Wood and Tanbu Wood creates airships that are not only fire-resistant but also structurally resilient, capable of withstanding extreme pressures both in the sky and at sea.

Infrastructure

The development of Kalmontep as a center for construction and military applications for aircraft has influenced the way in which its infrastructure is designed. To begin with there is the Airship Port, which is the principal architecture of Kalmontep and hosts massive airship launching platforms. Along the perimeter of the port, there are a chain of workshops and shipyards which are responsible for the timely building of new airships as well as the maintenance of the old ones. To integrate all these processes, the roads within the city are wide with a good maintenance standard in place for the smooth transportation of goods and building materials. These airship yards are connected to the other parts of the city through a network steam-powered vehicles. The open air parks are painlessly utilized and there are wind farms at their disposal so as to get additional power in the industrialized part of the city.

Districts

Airship Port District: The lifeblood of air vessels of a city is its airship port which includes the mega structure – The Great Sky Yard. This area is filled with engineers, workers, and pilots, who welcome incoming and outgoing airships on the routine.
Timber Walk: Central to Kalmontep's historical development, it is devoted not only to the storage and linking of the forest products flowing from the rivers of the savanna, but it also manages those products. Though improved, it remains faithful to the city’s beginnings in terms of open air markets and ancient-based crafts.
Fortress District: Stuck right in the vicinity of the Fortress of the Sky, this area is not open to the general as it houses the military sections of the city - soldiers, captains of airships, and fortification workers. No wonders here administration is very harsh towards the most. Artisan’s Ring: A vital part of the town full of creating masters of new mechanisms, arms production and sections of airships, etc. Engineering guilds and the most powerful inventors in the town can also be found here.

Guilds and Factions

Kalmontep is home to numerous influential guilds, each wielding significant political and economic power. The Engineers’ Guild is the most prestigious, overseeing airship production and technological innovation. The Timber Guild ensures that timber harvesting remains sustainable and profitable, while the Sky Pilots Guild represents airship pilots and navigators, ensuring that those who take to the skies are well-trained and well-compensated. Competition between these guilds is fierce, particularly between engineering guilds vying to develop the next great airship design.

History

Kalmontep’s origins as an airship powerhouse date back several centuries, when the savanna city was primarily a hub for timber production and traditional trade. However, the discovery of Fego Wood and its fire-resistant properties set the stage for the city’s transformation. The first airship, known as the Ukbenez, was constructed in Kalmontep during a period when steam technology had not yet been developed.

The Ukbenez Airship:

The Ukbenez Class airship was a pioneering marvel of its time. Built entirely from Fego Wood and Tanbu Wood, it relied on sails, much like traditional sea vessels, using the power of the wind to travel across the skies. The Ukbenez marked the beginning of Kalmontep’s airship industry, a time when air travel was still experimental and risky, but full of potential. These early airships had limited maneuverability and were slower than modern airships, but they provided the Kingdom of Darkia with its first taste of aerial superiority.
As word spread of Kalmontep’s achievements, the city quickly became known for its skilled artisans and innovative engineers. Over time, the Ukbenez Class evolved, incorporating minor magical Artts to aid navigation and stability, though its reliance on wind sails persisted until the development of steam-powered engines.

Rise of Steam Technology:

With the eventual discovery and adoption of steam technology, Kalmontep began to phase out the sail-powered airships and move towards more advanced airships that could travel faster and farther, regardless of wind conditions. However, the Ukbenez Class remained a beloved symbol of the city’s aerial heritage, often referenced during festivals and parades as the airship that “first took Darkia to the skies.”

Legacy:

The Ukbenez is still celebrated in Kalmontep’s Sky Festivals, with replicas of the ship displayed in the airship port. Though modern airships have far surpassed the original design, the Ukbenez symbolizes the city’s ambition and innovation—the first step in Kalmontep’s rise as the airship haven of the Kingdom of Darkia.

Points of interest

The Airship Port of Kalmontep: The city's crowning achievement, this massive facility is a hub for airship activity, with vessels from all over the kingdom docking for trade, repair, and resupply.
Fortress of the Sky: A military stronghold perched above the city, serving as the command center for airship operations and a defensive bastion.
Timber Walk: A historic district where traditional timber is processed, blending old world craftsmanship with new-world industry. The Great Sky Yard: An expansive shipyard where the kingdom’s most advanced airships are constructed and tested.

Tourism

Kalmontep is very much thriving based on what it can offer in terms of business and military but the city’s special science and beauty collage will never leave anyone indifferent. And the greatest thrill for the residents of Kalmontep is seeing the annual air show called Sky Festival. This is a grand spectacle that brings together thousands of people, who admire flights of airships, as well as aerial acrobatics. The Timber Walk provides a more laid back cultural experience, uncovering the traditional skills of the inhabitants. Moreover, Savanna Safaris lets the visitors encounter the neighboring grasslands in such place in the galaxy as Kalmontep with whatever is high and tight.

Architecture

When pondering the design of Kalmontep, one can easily notice two different periods of the city’s history that are reflected in the two seemingly incompatible kinds of landscape – the countryside and the homeland. But most houses are built of wood or stone and seems a the rolling savannah too if that colors (previous hist) and quite the contrary if that colors (linked to present) one it may. Then there are the airship terminal and the shipyards that are towering with their immense steelworks and gigantic piers suspended in the sky from solid structures. Steam pipes, propelling gears, rotary air compressors and industrial cranes having stacks and booms abound here and hold relations with the city’s high capabilities. The Fortress of the Sky stands out as an example of a fortified construction in the city with fortified stone walls and metal-forged towers.

Geography

Kalmontep is located in the savanna region of Jakkurin, east of the Darkia River and close to the eastern coastline. The land around the city consists of rolling grasslands dotted with clusters of hardy trees, while the seasonal rains bring life to the region's scattered forests. The strategic location between the river and the sea makes the city a critical hub for both land and air trade routes​.

Natural Resources

Airships built by Kalmontep are an example of the existing technology and materials’ association. In particular, they use Fego wood, which is a wood species highly anticipated by the wood industries of the world mainly in the savanna areas. Not only is this wood resistant against fire, but it also boasts a high level of durability, and because of these reasons, its protocol application can be seen in the construction of both military and civilian airships.
The region is known for its mineral deposits, including iron and copper, which are used in airship construction and weaponry production. The city’s access to both natural resources and magical Artts allows it to produce advanced, magically enhanced airships.

Type

City

Location under

Jakkurin