1. #1Main

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   # Setting Alternate Earth, 1999. In this timeline, society, government, and culture stagnated worldwide in the early-to-mid 1600s, while technology advanced much more quickly, resulting in a world of feudal-era culture and '90s cyberpunk technology. Lords, noble houses, and monarchies utilize technology to maintain their power, with knights in mechanized suits of plate armor governing fiefdoms while peasants and laborers toil on automated crop farms and server farms alike.

   Technomancy

   They are known by many names, but the individuals responsible for the world's current state are most often referred to as technomancers. They are widely known as the primary driving force behind new discoveries worldwide, which has led many cultures to revere them as mystic, holy figures, while others fear them despite secretly exploiting their knowledge. The specifics of how their abilities work are a closely guarded secret worldwide, but it is generally known that they result from a brain mutation and that those with it possess an instinctual, borderline psychic knowledge of physics, engineering, mathematics, and other hard sciences. Some are said to be able to manipulate physical forces, like radiation, gravity, magnetism, or even dark matter, in ways akin to magic. These stories, however, are often dismissed as fables and urban legends. Estimates place the chance of a child being born with the technomancer mutation at approximately 1 in every million (0.0001%). Many do not live past childhood, and those who survive are often taken by those who seek to utilize their abilities, most often governments. Being a technomancer can be a great blessing or a horrific curse, depending on where they find themselves, who they associate with, and what they choose to do with their abilities.

   Technology

   Technological levels vary worldwide, but it is generally a high-tech, cyberpunk version of what was found in the late '90s. Compact phones, pagers, and physical media can be found alongside cybernetic augments, mech suits, androids, advanced AI, and even a worldwide Cybernet. Many warriors worldwide still use weapons of the medieval era, improved, refined, and upgraded for the modern age, with thermal blades, nanoscale cutting edges, rocket-assisted thrust, and nonlethal electro-stun features all being much more common than firearms. This is because when technomancers first appeared, their knowledge was applied to upgrading existing weaponry, and by the time firearms were developed, enhanced traditional weapons were already viable and ingrained in warriors' cultural prestige.

   Nations

   The nations and countries of this world range from the familiar to the wildly different, from the isolationist Oyashiman Shogunate in the east to the warring Commonwealth of Britannia and the Royal Kingdom of England in the west. Many nations exist in a form of tense peace with one another, kept only by the threat of mutually assured destruction via both known and unknown technologies, especially in the wake of the War of the Heavens. While space-based weaponry is not likely to be used in the next major world conflict, each nation is suspected to harbor similarly destructive weapons in secret, and the leaders of the world know it.

2. #2Setting History

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   # Setting History This timeline branched off in the late 1400s to early 1500s with the emergence of a subset of the population blessed with enhanced, almost supernatural knowledge of, and affinity for, technology and science. It is not widely known where they came from, but the first generations were feared, hunted as witches or sorcerers. However, the ruling class quickly realized the potential of wielding them for their own purposes and began stealing them away. By the late 1500s, the rulers of the world were establishing their rule as absolute, with technology unlike anything seen before, from advanced engineering and architectural principles developed centuries earlier to the discovery and harnessing of electricity, magnetism, and even radioactivity. The Renaissance, Enlightenment, and other similar eras simply never happened, as the world began a singular drive toward innovation while culture stagnated. The social structure of the medieval era became increasingly entrenched in the human psyche, so much so that revolutions and new governments simply perpetuated the system. Soon, nothing but the hoarding of technology, knowledge, and power could remain competitive.

   In 1882, this world was flipped on its head. Up until this point, space exploration was just beginning, with the first space stations and lunar bases being built in the mid-1800s. However, the assassination of a major world leader ignited a conflict that quickly became global, then interplanetary. Orbital platforms armed with advanced energy weapons operated by powerful technomancers launched targeted, devastating attacks on population centers worldwide as each nation fought for its own survival. Some capitals, like Osaka of Oyashima, were almost entirely destroyed. When the war came to an end three years later, it was dubbed the War of the Heavens, and in its wake, almost all forms of spacefaring vehicles and satellites were unilaterally banned. Only low-orbit, geostationary communication and research satellites were permitted to remain, and all other objects were shot down and destroyed with impunity. Attempting to violate this agreement risked retaliation from the rest of the world, even for neutral or benevolent purposes, effectively ending any form of future space exploration and leading to the world's current, tense peace.

3. #3Shogunate of Oyashima

   Keys: Oyashima, Oyashiman, Shogun, Shogunate, Yakuza, Ronin, Samurai, Neo-Osaka, Osaka, Osakan, Soki

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   # Summary The Shogunate of Oyashima is an authoritarian military dictatorship located in modern-day Japan. In this timeline, the Edo period was established by a clan that defeated the Tokugawa clan with superior technology, one that still rules the region with an iron fist to this day from the capital of Neo-Osaka. Ancient sokoku ("locked country") law dictates absolute isolationism from the outside world in every aspect, from trade and goods to travel, information, communication, and even ideas. Unlike the Edo period, however, the nation has done away with the pretense that the imperial dynasty are the divine leaders of the nation and has officially delegated them to ceremonial roles beneath the Shogun, though many who attempt to reclaim the spirituality of the old Empire secretly regard them as the rightful rulers.

   Politics

   The current Shogun is an enigmatic figure who has only appeared in speeches and addresses through a distorted hologram of a masked and armored figure for the past 30 years. Theories as to why range from physical deformities, social ineptitude, and simple arrogance to conspiracies whispered in secret, though these are all unconfirmed and quickly silenced by the authorities. Regardless of their true nature, the Shogun is no less of a commanding leader, known to be ruthless and totalitarian in their command of the nation.

   The Oyashiman imperial dynasty still exists, the current holder of the Chrysanthemum Throne being 27-year-old Empress Yukihime. Though young for a monarch, she is a shrewd diplomat and has amassed a following greater than many of her recent predecessors dared. It is rumored that her father was assassinated by the Shogun. The Shogunate seems reluctant to risk public outrage by taking direct action against her, likely because that would risk civil unrest.

   Societal Structure

   Oyashiman society follows a rigid class structure and social hierarchy that has kept order for centuries. The highest authority of the land is unquestionably the Shogun, whose rule is absolute. Below them are the imperial dynasty, the ceremonial and spiritual leaders of the nation, and the 77 Daimyo lords, who each govern a sector of the nation. The rest of the population falls into one of four classes:

   • Samurai: The warrior caste and the only one permitted to openly carry weaponry. They act as enforcers of their lord's will. Some follow the old ways of bushido, but in the past several centuries, it has become much less of a requirement and more of a suggestion.
   • Merchants: A caste primarily centered around finance and trade, mostly consisting of businessmen, distributors, accountants, bankers, and other white-collar positions. Most belong to a specific merchant clan tied to a particular business.
   • Artisans: A caste of individuals dedicated to a craft of some kind, from technicians and mechanics to artists, musicians, and more, though the latter are reserved to the upper class.
   • Peasants: The farmer caste, once second to only the samurai for their honorable position. Modernization has rendered many obsolete since. Oyashiman society also includes most unskilled workers in this caste, such as those in the maintenance, retail, and service industries.

   An Oyashiman citizen's caste is denoted by a small tattoo of their caste's kanji on the back of their neck. Below it are two hexadecimal codes separated by a colon: a 3-digit code denoting the prefecture and district of the person's birth, and a five-digit personal identification number. Embedded in the skin beneath this tattoo is an identification chip. The tattoo and chip together are known as one's shimon ("fingerprint"). Tampering with one's shimon is a severe offense and leads to suspicions of criminal activity or yakuza ties.

   A modernized form of mon (文) is the Oyashiman currency. They come in hexagonal copper/zinc alloy coins with a traditional hole in the middle, bank notes used for larger denominations, and e-Mon for digital transactions.

   Culture

   The social structure of Oyashima is heavily reflected in its culture. Those in lower social classes often face discrimination and are looked down upon by those above them. However, it is not a simple linear scale, as the wealthiest peasants may eclipse artisans and even mid-tier merchants in social standing, and those in the poorest districts rarely recognize these social classes. It is possible, albeit rare, to traverse castes, but this is tightly controlled and typically only possible through marriage.

   Younger generations often chafe under the strict structure of Oyashiman culture, especially among the poorer and more oppressed classes and districts. However, it is difficult for any real change to occur, as the samurai will violently quell even peaceful protests and social movements. Many instead turn to crime, leading to the many yakuza gangs that carve out territory throughout Oyashima.

   Weaponry, including combat implants, can only be openly worn by the samurai caste, making them a status symbol. It is not uncommon to see samurai with gold-plated katana hilts and ornate designs etched into forearm blade implants displayed proudly. For any others, owning or wielding a weapon is illegal and seen as highly suspicious or indicative of yakuza ties. Because of this, many who wield weapons outside of the samurai caste do so discreetly, with hidden combat implants or concealed weapons.

   Technomancers are rarely ever seen in Neo-Osaka. Any suspected technomancer finds themselves mysteriously disappeared, and it is rumored that a secret facility underneath the Old City of Neo-Osaka is where they are broken and re-forged into tools for the Shogunate's use. Urban legends tell stories of technomancers with supernatural abilities stalking the streets at night, taking the lives of those unfortunate to come across their path.

   Most outsiders and foreigners, or gaijin, are regarded with distrust and suspicion, a consequence of centuries of physical and cultural isolation from the rest of the world. Even Oyashiman citizens with mixed blood are often viewed as not being true members of society.

   Technology

   Oyashiman technology is among the most advanced in the world. The Shogun has placed high emphasis on development in the past several decades, even by the standards of this world. Sokoku law allows the Shogun to permit select technologies and ideas into the Shogunate strategically, ensuring the Shogunate keeps pace with developments elsewhere in the world while tightly controlling all Oyashiman technologies. The nation boasts a powerful military/police force, massive industrial capabilities, and nationwide infrastructure for power, communication, transportation, and more. Oyashima has also developed an internal Cybernet, though it is tightly monitored and permits very little access to the outside world.

   Factions

   Merchant Clans

   The merchant clans of Oyashima are massive, multinational conglomerates and financial powerhouses rivaling the power of the Shogunate itself. A common point of contention is when merchant clans grow too large and too powerful, leading to conflicts with the samurai caste when they assert themselves as being above the system. Merchant clans tend to devote themselves to a single industry; clans centered around vehicles, cybernetics, weaponry, agriculture, fashion, and more can be found.

   Imperial Loyalists

   Many in the Shogunate are loyal to Empress Yukihime, viewing her as the rightful ruler of Neo-Osaka. These loyalists remain secret, as public knowledge of their alignment could result in heavy penalties or even execution, but rumors circulate about the ones bearing chrysanthemum seals.

   Yakuza

   Yakuza clans are organized crime syndicates run by oyabun, crime bosses who take a surrogate parent role in their 'families'. These groups have varying motives and methods but often terrorize the populace and exploit them for profit through intimidation, bribery, and conspiracy with merchant clans and government officials. They carve out territory in major cities and defend it fiercely, demanding protection money from the population in exchange. Prominent clans include:

   • Neon Serpent Clan: Financial criminals specializing in fraud, extortion, and money laundering with ties to merchant clans. Operate primarily in financial districts.
   • Gilded Lotus Clan: Geisha, escorts, and artists running entertainment venues as a front for information brokering and blackmail. Operate in red light and entertainment districts.
   • Scarlet Apothecary: Producers and dealers of illicit substances, from cheap slum stimulants to high-end extracts. Present themselves as elegant herbal suppliers.
   • Kitsune Syndicate: Tech-savvy anarchists and hackers targeting both yakuza and the Shogunate with cyberattacks. Reject tradition and disregard collateral damage.
   • Brotherhood of the Broken Crest: Disgraced ronin mercenaries and bodyguards for hire, bound by a self-serving bushido code. Also run protection rackets in lower-class areas.
   • Ascendants of Iron: Fanatic body-modifiers who replace flesh with cyberware, treating it as spiritual ascension. Run black market augmentation shops and traffick illegal cyberware.
   • Wako Drifters: Smugglers and pirates operating out of port districts, bypassing sokoku law. Believe the seas belong to no one.
   • Oni Clan: Violent, unorganized criminals with no code or leadership. Terrorize slums with murder, kidnapping, and robbery while wearing distinctive oni masks.

   Ronin of the Five Rings

   A loosely-organized group of freedom fighters, vigilantes, and/or domestic terrorists, depending on who you ask. Cells exist all over the nation, operating independently toward the same goal: the protection and freedom of Oyashiman citizens from all those who seek to exploit them, be it merchant clans, yakuza, or even the Shogunate itself.

4. #4Oyashiman History

   Keys: Oyashima, Oyashiman, Shogun, Shogunate, Yakuza, Ronin, Samurai, Neo-Osaka, Osaka, Osakan, Soki

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   # History The Oyashiman Shogunate was founded shortly after the beginning of the Edo period. In this timeline, Oda Nobunaga's son, Nobutada, did not commit seppuku during the events of the Honnō-ji Incident. Instead, with the help of Matsuhime, his love born a technomancer in this timeline, he made his escape undetected. In the following years, he built an army of early mechanized samurai as he waited patiently for an opportunity, driven by the belief that all the warlords succeeding his father had betrayed him to take power. Later, while the Tokugawa clan was spread thin in their attempt to establish their new order across the region, Nobutada led the Oda clan to victory, razing Kyoto to the ground in a single swift, decisive, and bloody day of battle. He moved the nation's capital to Osaka, honoring its ancient legacy and foreseeing its growing commercial and industrial capabilities to be instrumental in the forging of an eternal Shogunate. Oda Nobutada would go down in history as the most legendary warlord in Oyashima, and Matsuhime would become his wife and the first of Oyashima's legendary technomancers. Nobutada's intentions were to end the endless warring in Oyashima and establish an era of peace, prosperity, and safety for his people.

   Over the centuries, however, the Shogunate became something barely resembling its former self. Radical scholars today believe that the old empire's principles, honor, and dignity were all sacrificed, piece by piece, to fuel the ever-churning wheel of progress. The old social hierarchy, consisting of samurai, farmers, artisans, and merchants, was flipped on its head beneath the samurai. The once-honorable profession of farming was reduced to the lowest class, while merchants, who were previously at the bottom for profiting from others' hard work, rose to a status approaching nobility. Samurai codes of bushido and honorable conduct were lessened to mere suggestions for the sake of expediting the bureaucratic process. This came to a head when a shogun in the 1800s officially declared the imperial dynasty, long regarded as the true and divinely ordained rulers of Oyashima, to be purely ceremonial and symbolic figures, making light of the centuries-old unspoken truth.

5. #5Neon Serpent Clan

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   # Neon Serpent Clan A yakuza clan specializing in financial crime, from fraud and extortion to insider trading and money laundering. They have ties to nearly every merchant clan and primarily operate in the financial districts of Oyashiman cities. They consider themselves distinguished businessmen, preferring not to do dirty work themselves, instead hiring thugs or even other clans. Their symbol is a coiled neon green and yellow snake. Their oyabun is a man named Takashi Otsuka. Though only in his late 20s, he took the position through cunning, ruthlessness, and charisma. His personal guard are elite soldiers known as the Serpent's Fangs.
6. #6Gilded Lotus Clan

   Keys: Gilded Lotus, Lotus

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   # Gilded Lotus Clan A clan of geisha, masked artists, and escorts running noh theaters, pachinko parlors, gambling halls, and other institutions of ill repute in the entertainment districts of Oyashima. Their primary business is information, secrets, and blackmail, turning vices into leverage with honeyed words and collecting rumors as payment. While they put up a veneer of elegant entertainers, they are no less deadly than other clans, their kunoichi operatives among the most feared in the underworld. Their symbol is a gold and pink lotus flower.
7. #7Scarlet Apothecary

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   # Scarlet Apothecary A network of producers (gardeners), chemists (apothecaries), runners (groundskeepers), enforcers (pruners), and dealers (shopkeepers) selling illicit substances of all kinds, from back-alley stimulants to high-end narcotics. They present themselves as reputable suppliers of medicines and herbal remedies, but are ruthless in the defense of their territory and trade. They also deal in other illegal substances, from explosives to counterfeiting supplies. Their symbol is a poppy flower.
8. #8Kitsune Syndicate

   Keys: Kitsune Syndicate, Kitsune

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   # Kitsune Syndicate A gang of disillusioned and tech-savvy anarchists, tinkerers, and hackers who reject tradition entirely, adopting the visage of the kitsune for their mysterious and mischievous nature. Some believe the whole system is broken, others just want to break things. They don't appear in person often, instead targeting other yakuza and the Shogunate alike with cyberattacks to disrupt the status quo. They clash with the Five Rings over a disregard for collateral damage. Their symbol is an ASCII art fox, which they leave as a digital calling card.
9. #9Brotherhood of the Broken Crest

   Keys: Brotherhood of the Broken Crest, Broken Crest

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   # Brotherhood of the Broken Crest A collective of disgraced ronin who adhere to a self-serving interpretation of the bushido code emphasizing loyalty to one another, personal freedom, and warrior's honor above all else. They are mercenaries, bodyguards, and soldiers for hire, but will only accept jobs their honor permits. They also run protection rackets in lower-class regions, and pride themselves on their souped-up rides ranging from muscle cars to hoverbikes. Their symbol is a kamon, or family crest, cracked down the middle.
10. #10Ascendants of Iron

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    # Ascendants of Iron Fanatic body-modifiers who see human flesh as a representation of earthly attachment, shedding it to ascend spiritually and replacing it with cyberware. They run black market augmentation shops, traffick illegal cyberware, and forcefully convert new followers. They claim to be ascetic and idolize technomancers as prophets. High-ranking Ascendants replace nearly all of their body, becoming more machine than human. Their symbol is a jawless skull with a square representing a CPU in the forehead.
11. #11Wako Drifters

    Keys: Wako Drifters, Wako, Drifter

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    # Wako Drifters A loose confederation of smugglers, pirates, and sailors operating out of the roughest port districts in Oyashima. Smuggling, trafficking, and outright piracy are what they're known for, even bypassing sokoku law to move product, people, and information in and out of the nation. They believe that the seas belong to no-one, especially not the Shogun, and it is primarily through them that anything passes into or out of the nation. Their symbol is an isonade, a massive shark-like sea monster.
12. #12Oni Clan

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    # Oni Clan A self-given name for the most violent, dangerous, and unstable criminals that stalk the slums. The Oni have no oyabun, no code, and no formal organization of any kind. Most operate in small gangs and terrorize their local area, with crimes ranging from murder, kidnapping, and armed robbery to worse. Their crude oni masks and distinctive red markings strike fear in the hearts of slumgoers across Oyashima, and other yakuza look down at them as being savage and uncouth.
13. #13Ronin of the Five Rings

    Keys: Ronin of the Five Rings, Ronin, Soki

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    # Ronin of the Five Rings A loosely-organized group of freedom fighters, vigilantes, and/or domestic terrorists, depending on who you ask. Cells exist all over the nation, operating independently toward the same goal: the protection and freedom of Oyashiman citizens from all those who seek to exploit them, be it merchant clans, yakuza, or even the Shogunate itself. Their philosophy is based on the teachings of Miyamoto Musashi, and each cell interprets them differently; some focus on community outreach and support, others subtly undermine the other factions, while a few bold groups take direct action.
14. #14Neo-Osaka

    Keys: Osaka, Neo-Osaka, Old City, Jade Quarter, Port Sector, Industrial Ward, I-Ward, Entertainment District

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    # Summary Neo-Osaka is the capital of the Oyashiman Shogunate. It is a wide-spanning megacity with a population in the tens of millions built upon the ruins of old Osaka, which was almost completely destroyed during the War of the Heavens. It has since been rebuilt to dwarf its former self, with Osaka Castle, one of the only remaining buildings of old Osaka, at the heart of a sprawling metropolis. The Shogun rules from this historic building, which, despite its traditional construction, is among the most secure facilities in the world.

    Geography

    Neo-Osaka stands on the site of old Osaka, on Osaka Bay at the mouth of the Yodo River. However, as a result of its history, Neo-Osaka is vastly different from the Osaka of the past. Only the Old City reflects its original layout, while the rest was redesigned from the ground up after the War of the Heavens.

    Neo-Osaka is divided primarily into five superdistricts; the Old City, Jade Quarter, Port Sector, Industrial Ward, and Entertainment District. These superdistricts, with the exception of the Old city, are massive, practically their own sub-cities, each containing residential, commercial, and industrial zones, as well as infrastructure and areas of varying income and influence.

    Superdistricts

    Old City: The administrative heart of Neo-Osaka, home to Osaka Castle, the Shogun's seat of power, and the wealthiest citizens, with access strictly limited to the elite and those with work passes. Jade Quarter: A high-class financial and residential district of skyscrapers, luxury condos, and merchant clan headquarters, hiding yakuza corruption beneath a polished veneer. Port Sector: A massive shipping and distribution hub that grows rougher the further northwest you go, rife with smuggling and yakuza activity in its seedier warehouse blocks. Industrial Ward: A gradient from high-tech fabrication facilities near the Old City to choking factories and stacked artisan housing at its southern edge. Entertainment District: A neon-soaked playground of clubs, pachinko parlors, and hostess bars where all castes intermingle, growing seedier the further southeast you venture.

    Slums

    The slums of Neo-Osaka are where the poorest denizens of Neo-Osaka, an ever-growing majority, reside. They are concentrated southwest of the Industrial Ward and north of the Port Ward, but desperate people make their homes wherever they can. Infrastructure and law enforcement are practically nonexistent, overcrowding and underfunding are the norm, and the yakuza rule supreme, all because the Shogunate has designated it an "area of relative unimportance." However, despite the rampant crime, blatant corruption, and 35% average reduction in lifespan, some argue that it is here that true Osakan culture lives and breathes. Osaka's reputation as the street food capital of the world is well-deserved, and anonymous artists leave their mark with experimental, rebellious, and even downright anarchic works inspired by the simple fact that people can never truly be silenced.

15. #15Neo-Osaka History

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    # History Osaka was originally chosen by Oda Nobutada for his capital for several reasons. Primarily, it boasted strong commercial and industrial capabilities, which would prove instrumental in his plans to forge a new order. Osaka Castle was also the masterwork of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, one of the "great unifiers" that Nobutada viewed as having betrayed his father, so making it his seat of power cemented his position as being superior to those who had attempted to backstab his clan. Finally, it was the historic capital of the nation nearly a thousand years prior, granting it legitimacy in the eyes of the populace.

    Over the centuries, Osaka grew rapidly, both in size and advancement. During the War of the Heavens, a Chinese orbital weapons platform fired a massively powerful energy weapon at the city, vaporizing a majority of the city in an instant. Osaka Castle and a several-mile radius around it were only spared because of a powerful shield constructed to protect the Shogun, which activated moments before the impact but was not large enough to protect the entire city. In this great dishonor, the Shogun at the time saw opportunity, taking advantage of the clean slate to rebuild the city from the ground up as an unassailable stronghold for the Oyashiman Shogunate.

16. #16Old City

    Keys: Old City, Osaka Castle, Yodo

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    # Old City The Old City is a circular district located at the center of Neo-Osaka and bisected by the Yodo river. It is equal parts historical and functional, serving as the administrative headquarters of the Shogunate and its military. All historical sites, from the historic marketplaces and temples to the famous Shitenno-ji Temple, are kept immaculately preserved for the history and glory of the Shogunate. The wealthiest of the wealthy make their residence here, and lower-caste citizens are typically prohibited from entering without a work pass or being accompanied by a resident. The most accessible portion of the Old City is the outer wall, which is a transportation hub given the Old City's location at the center of Neo-Osaka. All are permitted to witness the Shogunate's majesty, after all; just not join it.

    Osaka Castle, preserved since the founding of the Shogunate, is the undisputed crown jewel of the Old City. Despite being dwarfed by modern construction, it is a towering, imposing structure befitting the absolute power of the Shogun, standing tall among the skyscrapers around it reaching into the sky like knives. It is guarded by the traditional defense of layered walls and moats, in addition to unseen modern defenses that none dare attempt to breach. Very few are permitted to enter, even by Old City standards.

17. #17Jade Quarter

    Keys: Jade Quarter, Merchant Clan, Neon Serpent, Serpent

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    # Jade Quarter The Jade Quarter is a high-class financial and residential superdistrict located to the east of the Old City. Skyscrapers, luxury condos, noble estates, and upscale shopping centers dominate the area. Any merchant clan with status has its headquarters here, though the clean and orderly district hides corruption and yakuza activity beneath its veneer of civility. Further east, the skyscrapers part to quieter upper-class neighborhoods, suburbs, and estates along the eastern bank of the Yodo river, far from the smog and pollution the lower classes contend with.
18. #18Port Sector

    Keys: Port Sector, Wako Drifters

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    # Port Sector One of the largest distribution and shipping centers in the world, Neo-Osaka's Port Sector is located to the west and northwest of the Old City and is among the city's largest superdistricts. Massive cargo ships, warehouses, and docks are common sights here, though the crowds get rougher the further northwest and away from the Old City you get. Smuggling is rampant in the seedier parts of the district, and officials tend to turn a blind eye when they find extra mon in their pockets. Several yakuza clans make their headquarters here, and visiting the warehouse blocks after dark is considered a fool's errand.
19. #19Industrial Ward

    Keys: Industrial Ward, I-Ward

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    # Industrial Ward Located alongside the Port Ward and to the south of the Old City, the Industrial Ward, also referred to as the I-Ward by locals, mirrors its sister superdistrict in many ways. Near the Old City, advanced fabrication facilities manufacture luxury items and advanced technology, from high-end cyberware to personal aerial vehicles. Further to the south, the high-tech buildings give way to mid-tier repair garages, grimey workshops, and art studios. At the far end of the district, factories choke the air with smog and pollution, server farms hum endlessly, and low-class artisan caste housing is stacked high.
20. #20Entertainment District

    Keys: Entertainment District, Gilded Lotus

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    # Entertainment District Neo-Osaka's Entertainment District is one of the only places where people of all castes intermingle. Located southeast of the Old City, between the Industrial Ward and Jade Quarter, the downtown region of the area is a glitzy, neon-tinged center of high-end clubs, pachinko parlors, and themed hostess clubs for all tastes. Further southeast, near the poorer areas of the Industrial Ward, the entertainment grows seedier, from back-alley sake bars to yakuza-run gambling halls. It is a bright, loud, and chaotic place that serves a vital role to the Shogunate; it keeps the population happy.

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