Zaun - City of Innovation and Shadows

Zaun - City of Innovation and Shadows

By Marcus Chen

November 24, 2024 at 10:06 PM

Here's a more concise and valuable rewrite focused on the key information about Zaun:

Zaun is a large undercity district located beneath Piltover, known as the City of Iron and Glass. Once united with Piltover, they are now separate but symbiotic societies connected by hexdraulic conveyors and trade.

The city exists in perpetual twilight due to toxic industrial fumes filtering through corroded pipework and stained glass architecture. Despite the harsh conditions, Zaun thrives with a vibrant culture and innovative spirit.

Key Characteristics:

  • Environment: Industrial, urbanized, with toxic air known as "Zaun Gray"
  • Technology: Focuses on chemtech rather than hextech
  • Economy: Thriving black markets and unrestricted technological development
  • Social Structure: Divided into levels (Promenade, Entresol, Sump)
  • Culture: Values freedom of expression and technological advancement

Notable Locations:

  • Promenade Level: Commercial zone where Zaun meets Piltover
  • Entresol Level: Main industrial and residential area
  • Sump Level: Deepest, most toxic area with refineries and slums
  • The Cliff: Historical site of the disaster that separated Zaun from Piltover

Government:

  • Ruled by powerful Chem-Barons who control various industries
  • Limited formal governance structure
  • Strong criminal element and black market economy

Technology:

  • Chemtech: Chemical-powered machinery and augmentations
  • Industrial innovations: Focus on practical applications
  • Augmentation: Common practice of mechanical body modification

Zaun's relationship with Piltover is complex - while they depend on each other economically, there's constant tension between Piltover's regulated progress and Zaun's unrestricted innovation.

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