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 ===== Overview =====
-Zedari, the Western Section of the [[south_midbelt_sections_east_and_west|South Midbelt Sections]] of the [[habitual_belt|Habitual Belt]] on [[the_planet_voi_700_d|VOI 700 D]], is a region of complete mystery. Unlike its twin section, [[revari|Revari]], which has been partially explored through Exohuman expeditions, Zedari remains Terra Incognita—a land entirely uncharted by Exohuman explorers. No expedition has ever set foot in Zedari, and its geography, ecosystems, and tribal cultures are known only through speculation and second-hand accounts from [[the_natives_tribes_of_voi_700_d|Native Tribes]] in Revari.
+Zedari, the Western Section of the [[south_midbelt_sections_east_and_west|South Midbelt Sections]] of the [[habitual_belt|Habitual Belt]] on [[the_planet_voi_700_d|VOI 700 D]], remains the last great Terra Incognita in the Belt. Unlike its twin section, [[revari|Revari]], which has been partially explored through [[the_humans|Exohuman]] expeditions, Zedari has never been reached by Exohuman explorers. It is the only known region within the Habitual Belt where no official expeditions have set foot.
-Since Exohuman exploration in the Habitual Belt ceased following the signing of the [[peace_treaty|Peace Treaty]] in 2631, the region remains entirely off-limits. Scientists and historians rely on the [[Twin-Section Hypothesis|Twin-Section Hypothesis]], which suggests that Zedari should mirror Revari in its landscapes, climate, and biodiversity. However, without direct observation, the accuracy of this hypothesis remains unverified.
+Zedari is bordered to the north by [[zilari|Zilari]], to the south by the [[south_pole_section|South Pole Section (Virari)]], to the west by the [[desert_side|Desert Side]], and to the east by [[vazhak|Vazhak]] on the [[dark_side|Dark Side]].
-===== Geography and Landscapes =====
+The region exists entirely outside of Exohuman knowledge. No maps, no surveys, and no first-hand accounts exist. With the signing of the [[peace_treaty|Peace Treaty]] in 2631, the era of Exohuman exploration in the Habitual Belt came to an end, ensuring that Zedari remains an untouched frontier. Scientists rely on the [[Twin-Section Hypothesis|Twin-Section Hypothesis]], which proposes that Zedari should share geographic, climatic, and ecological similarities with Revari. However, without direct observation, the accuracy of this hypothesis remains unverified. Given the vast geological diversity of VOI 700 D, it is possible that Zedari holds undiscovered landscapes, unknown species, and civilizations that have never encountered outsiders."*
-The geographic features of Zedari are entirely theoretical, based on the assumption that it mirrors Revari. However, environmental anomalies, undiscovered geological structures, or entirely unique ecosystems could exist, making this assumption unreliable.
+===== Climatic Conditions, Geography and Landscapes =====
-==== Expected Geographic Features ====
+Zedari’s geography is entirely theoretical, constructed from indirect sources and the assumptions of the Twin-Section Hypothesis. If this hypothesis is accurate, Zedari should share similar landscapes with Revari, including rolling steppes, dense forests, and river systems. However, without direct exploration, the existence and precise layout of these features remain unknown. Additionally, its borderlands — where it meets the South Pole Section (Virari) and Vazhak on the Dark Side — may exhibit distinct microclimatic shifts, influenced by the unique environmental conditions of these regions.
-Extensive Grasslands & Steppes – If the Twin-Section Hypothesis holds, Zedari should have vast open plains similar to Revari’s Varo Steppes.
+==== Eastern Borderland Microclimate (Transition to Desert Side) ====
-Forested Regions – Scientists assume that dense forests, comparable to the Veltani Forest in Revari, may exist, but their locations and species composition remain unknown.
+If Zedari follows the Twin-Section Hypothesis, then the easternmost parts of the region may experience gradual shifts toward arid conditions due to the influence of the Desert Side. This transition zone would likely feature:
-Rivers & Lakes – If the hypothesis is correct, Zedari should have water sources analogous to Lake Jirvana and the Revari River, but no confirmation exists.
+  * Sparser vegetation, with semi-arid grasslands replacing dense foliage.
+  * Increased temperature fluctuations due to exposure to dry winds.
+  * Periodic dust storms, similar to those recorded near Revari’s western border.
-Unidentified Geographical Features – Since no Exohuman has seen Zedari, entirely unique landforms—such as deep canyons, isolated plateaus, or hidden wetland systems—may exist, contradicting expectations.
+==== Western Borderland Microclimate (Transition to Vazhak / Dark Side) ====
-===== Flora =====
+To the west, where Zedari borders the Dark Side’s Vazhak region, the landscape may be influenced by reduced sunlight exposure. If this is the case, the transition zone might include:
-With no recorded botanical surveys, all knowledge about Zedari’s plant life is speculative. If the Twin-Section Hypothesis is correct, similar vegetation to Revari should be present, including:
+  * Cooler temperatures and increased moisture retention.
+  * Unique vegetation adapted to thrive in dimly lit environments.
+  * Mist-covered valleys and slow-growing, shadow-adapted forests.
-Steppe Grasses – Hardy plants likely covering the open plains.
+==== Expected Geographic Features ====
-Forested Flora – A mix of coniferous and deciduous species, possibly similar to the Veltani Forest.
+  * **Extensive Grasslands & Steppes –** If the Twin-Section Hypothesis holds, Zedari should have vast open plains similar to Revari’s Varo Steppes.
+  * **Forested Regions –** Scientists assume that dense forests, comparable to the Veltani Forest in Revari, may exist, but their locations and species composition remain unknown.
+  * **Rivers & Lakes –** If the hypothesis is correct, Zedari should have water sources analogous to Lake Jirvana and the Revari River, but no confirmation exists.
+  * **Unidentified Geographical Features –** Since no Exohuman has seen Zedari, entirely unique landforms—such as deep canyons, isolated plateaus, or hidden wetland systems—may exist, contradicting expectations.
-Wetland and River Plants – If comparable to Revari, the region should host aquatic plant species along potential water sources.
+===== Flora =====
+With no recorded botanical surveys, all knowledge about Zedari’s plant life is speculative. If the Twin-Section Hypothesis is correct, similar vegetation to Revari should be present, including:
-Unique Adaptations – Possible variations in flora due to undiscovered environmental differences, leading to unknown species.
+  * **Steppe Grasses –** Hardy plants likely covering the open plains.
+  * **Forested Flora –** A mix of coniferous and deciduous species, possibly similar to the Veltani Forest.
+  * **Wetland and River Plants –** If comparable to Revari, the region should host aquatic plant species along potential water sources.
+  * **Unique Adaptations –** Possible variations in flora due to undiscovered environmental differences, leading to unknown species.
 ===== Fauna =====
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 ===== Tactical Advice for Dungeon Masters =====
-Zedari offers an unparalleled setting for mystery-driven adventures, where everything is an unknown and players have the opportunity to make historic discoveries—or face unseen dangers.
+Zedari is unlike any other region in the Habitual Belt — it is truly unexplored, with no Exohuman expeditions having set foot in its territory. Because of this, Dungeon Masters have complete creative freedom when designing adventures in this Terra Incognita. However, to maintain consistency within the storyworld of 102 Lightyears Away from Home, we recommend that Dungeon Masters use the Twin Section Hypothesis as a baseline for worldbuilding.
+The Twin Section Hypothesis suggests that Zedari shares key environmental features with its twin region, Revari, such as its temperate climate, grasslands, forests, and river systems. While Dungeon Masters can generally use Revari as a template, Zedari does not have to be an exact copy — small deviations, undiscovered anomalies, or unique evolutionary paths can be introduced to enrich the setting.
+When adding these special ingredients, it is important to follow the general rules of the storyworld and stay true to the Sci-Fi Western genre. This means that while mysteries, unexpected threats, or lost civilizations can be introduced, they should align with the established technological, cultural, and ecological limitations of VOI 700 D.
+==== Beta Age (2625–2631) – The Era of Speculation and Lost Expeditions ====
-==== Exploration and Survival Challenges ====
+During the Beta Age, Exohumans theorized about Zedari but never attempted to explore it. Instead, their assumptions were based entirely on the Twin Section Hypothesis and second-hand Native accounts. Despite this, adventurers, outlaws, and rogue explorers may have tried to enter Zedari — only to vanish without a trace.
-  * **Proving or Disproving the Twin-Section Hypothesis –** Are Zedari’s landscapes, creatures, and cultures truly parallel to Revari, or do fundamental differences exist?
+  * **"The Last Log of the Argus" –** A group of independent Exohuman explorers defied orders and secretly attempted to cross into Zedari in 2627. They never returned. However, in 2639, a fragment of their last expedition log was found drifting down a River in Zilari, hinting at an unknown presence or danger deep within Zedari. Players are tasked with deciphering the log’s cryptic messages and deciding whether to follow in the lost explorers’ footsteps.
-  * **The Last Uncharted Wilderness –** What dangers or treasures lie in a region where no Exohuman has ever set foot?
-  * **Survival Without Maps –** With no prior Exohuman knowledge, players must rely on instinct, luck, or Native guidance to navigate the terrain.
-==== Mysteries and Hidden Dangers ====
+==== Gamma Age (2631–Present) – The Forbidden Frontier ====
-  * **The Forgotten Tribes –** If Zedari is inhabited, have its tribes developed technologies, rituals, or survival strategies unknown to any other part of the planet?
+With the Peace Treaty in effect, Exohumans are forbidden from setting foot in Zedari. However, this does not mean that all are obeying the restrictions. Rogue factions, corporate smugglers, and radical explorers may be operating in the shadows, seeking forbidden knowledge.
-  * **Undiscovered Predators –** Without field research, it’s possible that Zedari hosts the most dangerous creatures on VOI 700 D.
-  * **Ruins of an Unknown Civilization? –** Revari’s tribes whisper of ancient structures far to the west. Are these merely legends, or could an entirely different history of the planet be buried beneath Zedari’s soil?
+  * **"The Map That Shouldn’t Exist" –** An Exohuman [[loners|Loner]] ([[outlaws|Outlaw]]-Faction) has been captured in [[new_kourou|New Kourou]], carrying a detailed treasure map of Zedari — a region that no one has ever explored. Where did he get it? Did he cross into Zedari, or was it given to him by someone (or something) within? The players must uncover the origins of the map and decide whether to expose or exploit its secrets.
 ===== Related Pages and Further Information =====
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   * [[Wildlife of Revari]]
-**Neighboring Regions:**
+**Neighboring Regions (Perspective from Zedari to north):**
   * [[Zilari|Zilari]] (Northern / Habitual Belt)
   * [[south_pole_section|South Pole Section]] (Southern / Habitual Belt)
-  * [[Dark Side|Dark Side]] (Western)
+  * [[Vazhak|Vazhak]] (Western)
   * [[desert_side|Desert Side]] (Northern)