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| === Geography | (Twin) Sections of the Habitual Belt === | === Major Planetary Zones | (Twin) Sections of the Habitual Belt === |
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| ====== EQUATOR SECTIONS EAST AND WEST (ASARI AND ZILARI) ====== | ====== EQUATOR SECTIONS EAST AND WEST (ASARI AND ZILARI) ====== |
| ===== Overview ===== | ===== Overview ===== |
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| The Equatorial Sections, [[Asari|Asari]] in the east and [[Zilari|Zilari]] in the west, are the most fertile and ecologically diverse regions of the [[habitual_belt|Habitual Belt]] on [[the_planet_voi_700_d|VOI 700 D]]. Together, these sections form a vast, lush expanse that stretches from 45 degrees north to 45 degrees south latitude along the planet’s equator. | The Equatorial Sections, Asari in the east and Zilari in the west, are Twin Sections of the [[habitual_belt|Habitual Belt]] on [[the_planet_voi_700_d|VOI 700 D]]. They are located between the [[north_midbelt_sections_east_and_west|Northern Midbelt Sections]] and the [[south_midbelt_sections_east_and_west|Southern Midbelt Sections]], making them the central and most ecologically rich zones of the Habitual Belt. |
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| Each section accounts for roughly 17% of the Habitual Belt, with a length of approximately 3,400 kilometers and a consistent width of 110 kilometers. These regions are bordered to the east by the [[dark_side|Dark Side]] and to the west by the [[desert_side|Desert Side]], with mountains serving as natural boundaries that protect the Habitual Belt from the extreme conditions of these adjacent areas. | Each section accounts for approximately 17% of the Habitual Belt’s total area, spanning roughly 3,400 kilometers in length with a consistent width of 110 kilometers. The Equatorial Sections are bordered to the east by the [[dark_side|Dark Side]] and to the west by the [[desert_side|Desert Side]], with imposing mountain ranges serving as natural barriers that protect them from the extreme conditions beyond. |
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| Like other sections of the Habitual Belt, Zilari remains largely unexplored by [[the_humans|Exohumans]]. In contrast, Asari is the most thoroughly explored region due to the Exohuman crash-landing of the [[last_frontier|Last Frontier]] spaceship, which made it the primary area of settlement and study. During the [[beta_age|Beta Age]], most Exohuman efforts focused on stabilizing their foothold in Asari, leaving much of Zilari and its deep forests unknown. In the [[the_gamma_age|Gamma Age]], the restrictions imposed by the [[peace_treaty|Peace Treaty]] with the [[alliance_of_native_tribes|Alliance of Native Tribes]] further limited Exohuman movement beyond Asari’s settlements. While [[the_natives_tribes_of_voi_700_d|Native Tribes]] have lived in these sections for generations, vast portions of the rainforest and mountain interiors remain untouched, potentially harboring undiscovered species and ancient tribal sites. | While both sections are characterized by dense rainforests, expansive floodplains, and vast river systems, their level of exploration by Exohumans differs significantly: |
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| | ==== Asari (Eastern Equatorial Section) – The Most Explored Region: ==== |
| | [[asari|Asari]] is the most thoroughly explored and settled region of the Habitual Belt. Following the crash-landing of the [[last_frontier|Last Frontier]], it became the primary area of Exohuman settlement and scientific study. Throughout the Beta Age, most Exohuman expeditions focused on stabilizing their foothold in Asari, mapping its geography, and interacting with Native Tribes. By the Gamma Age, Exohuman expansion had ceased due to the restrictions imposed by the [[peace_treaty|Peace Treaty]] with the [[alliance_of_native_tribes|Alliance of Native Tribes]], confining Exohuman presence to designated settlements. |
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| | ==== Zilari (Western Equatorial Section) – The Most Explored of the Western Sections: ==== |
| | While still largely unexplored, Zilari remains the most documented region of the Western Habitual Belt. It was the final destination of the [[Westward Passage Expedition|Westward Passage Expedition]] during the Beta Age, an initiative aimed at validating the [[twin-section hypothesis|Twin-Section Hypothesis]]. In the case of Zilari, the expedition confirmed that it shares similar climatic conditions with Asari, supporting the theory that Twin Sections exhibit parallel environmental features. However, despite this confirmation, much of Zilari’s deep forests, river systems, and mountainous terrain remain uncharted, and its [[the_natives_tribes_of_voi_700_d|Native Tribes]] have had far less direct contact with Exohumans compared to their counterparts in Asari. |
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| ===== Climatic and Geographical Features ===== | ===== Climatic and Geographical Features ===== |
| The Equatorial Sections are home to approximately 600,000 Natives, equally divided between Asari and Zilari. These populations are further distributed among numerous tribes, some of which are nomadic, while others live in permanent settlements. Additionally, about 30,000 [[the_humans|Exohumans]] from Earth reside in Asari, predominantly in four major settlements. | The Equatorial Sections are home to approximately 600,000 Natives, equally divided between Asari and Zilari. These populations are further distributed among numerous tribes, some of which are nomadic, while others live in permanent settlements. Additionally, about 30,000 [[the_humans|Exohumans]] from Earth reside in Asari, predominantly in four major settlements. |
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| The Native Tribes have a deeply symbiotic relationship with the land, living in harmony with its ecological cycles. Despite geographical and cultural variations, the tribes share common linguistic roots and spiritual beliefs. | **Observations from expeditions in the Equator Sections have revealed a recurring pattern among Native Tribes:** |
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| | * The tribes of Asari and Zilari share the same creation stories and core beliefs as other documented Native societies across VOI 700 D. |
| | * They speak [[shang_telu|Shang Telu]], the common indigenous language, though with distinct regional dialects. |
| | * Despite this linguistic and cultural connection, most tribes have no awareness of other tribes beyond their immediate surroundings. |
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| ==== The largest tribes in Asari: ==== | ==== The largest tribes in Asari: ==== |
| During the [[beta_age|Beta Age]], Exohuman settlement in Asari led to tension with the Native Tribes, while Zilari remained largely untouched. | During the [[beta_age|Beta Age]], Exohuman settlement in Asari led to tension with the Native Tribes, while Zilari remained largely untouched. |
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| * **"The River Guardians" –** The Arla River, a sacred Native waterway is being polluted by Exohuman activity, sparking unrest. Players must navigate the conflict and decide whether to mediate or take sides. | * **"The River Guardians" –** The [[arla_river|Arla River]], a sacred Native waterway is being polluted by Exohuman activity, sparking unrest. Players must navigate the conflict and decide whether to mediate or take sides. |
| * **"The Zilari Expedition" –** A group of explorers has disappeared while mapping an uncharted valley deep in Zilari’s jungle. The players must uncover what happened. | * **"The Zilari Expedition" –** A group of explorers has disappeared while mapping an uncharted valley deep in Zilari’s jungle. The players must uncover what happened. |
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| ==== Gamma Age (starting 2631) – The Era of Tension and Resistance ==== | ==== Gamma Age (starting 2631) – The Era of Tension and Resistance ==== |
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