Vauren
Vauren is a province shaped by its geopolitical location, diverse infrastructure, and cultural tensions between tradition and modernity. With cities like Lancerre, Cataena, and Fronthé offering distinct approaches to technology and governance, Vauren thrives on diversity. However, the province's public agenda remains torn—caught between the allure of innovation and the comfort of familiar traditions, creating a vibrant but delicate balance across the region.
Structure
Vauren is governed by a Governor, serving as the central authority of the province. The Governor oversees military defense, infrastructure development, trade policies, and negotiations with neighboring entities, such as those bordering the Strait of Makiri.
Culture
The province is divided in its approach to modernization. While some parts embrace new technologies like electricity, others resist it, holding on to older, steam-powered innovations. This creates a cultural clash between regions—places like Lancerre prefer steam tech and magic-enhanced tools, while areas like Cataena and Fronthé cautiously incorporate electricity.
Knighthood, honor, and tournaments play a huge role in Vauren's culture, with cities like Lancerre blending old chivalric traditions with modern steam mecha. Meanwhile, the teachings of Quisai in Cataena foster curiosity, humility, and empowerment, influencing both the military and civilian population.
Public Agenda
Lancerre rejects electricity outright, sticking with steam-powered systems and Magha-enhanced technology.
Cataena and Fronthé, on the other hand, have adopted electricity to varying extents. Cataena even exports hydroelectric power, giving it significant influence over regional energy dynamics.
The population debates whether electricity leads to overreliance on unstable systems, especially with blackouts frequently disrupting cities like Fronthé. Meanwhile, engineers experiment with hybrid solutions to balance electricity and traditional energy sources.
History
Timoug Empire vs. Kanlurra Order – One of the earliest known wars, where the struggle for dominance first shaped the region.
Sapphiro Empire vs. Rubio Empire – Another critical conflict that left a lasting influence on Vauren's alliances and rivalries.
Ysanaf Great War – A large-scale conflict involving multiple empires (Rubio, Sapphiro, and Emerall Empires) clashing for control, further adding to the complexity of Vauren's geopolitical landscape
Agriculture & Industry
Lancerre is known for weapon manufacturing and steam technology, producing rifles, exosuits, and mecha components.
Cataena boasts terraced farms and mines, providing essential food supplies and minerals like iron and copper. It also exports hydroelectric power.
Fronthé specializes in shipbuilding, whaling, and fishing, contributing to the economy with whale oil and exotic marine goods.
Infrastructure
Lancerre: Powered by a public steam network, it features the Grand Colosseum, where tournaments are held year-round. Its infrastructure reflects a steampunk aesthetic, with iron spires, brass statues, and mechanical systems integrated into daily life.
Cataena: Fortified by mountain walls and fortresses, it has an advanced electrical grid powered by hydroelectric plants. The city retains steamworks infrastructure as a backup system for trams and elevators, emphasizing resilience.
Fronthé: Positioned along the coast, it features hybrid power systems that switch between electricity, diesel, and steam to avoid disruptions. Canals and airship docks facilitate trade, while engineers monitor energy consumption from the Pulse Tower to manage blackouts effectively.
Type
Geopolitical, Province
Capital
Alternative Names
Battleground of Empires
Ruling Organization
Major Exports
Weapons, steam tech, hydroelectric power, fish products, whale oil, enchanted artifacts, and power-efficient tools
Major Imports
Exotic spices, alchemical ingredients, textiles, and metals from places like Malnarr and Jakkurin.
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