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Glossary and World Information - Arc 1

Greetings, welcome to the world of Thanes. This world is not new to conflict and wars. After the birth of the Anglic Religion, the world entered the age of the Common Time or the Current Timeline (C.T.). Thanes had eight continents with the largest, Asea where the setting of this story takes place.

Here are the information about the setting and the story of Bio-Mech Warrior.

Characters

Andrew Rowley - Lieutenant in Valhalla Limited, a Fereldian military contractor. Tactical, sharp-eyed, and a natural leader. Known for his marksmanship and calm under pressure.

Tanya Petrenko - A medic-sergeant who often works alongside Andrew. Though professional in the field, she's also a stabilizing personal presence in Andrew's life. Resilient and resourceful.

Mikhail Alekseev - A sniper with a reserved demeanor. His precision and discipline make him one of the unit's most lethal members. Keeps a low profile and carries the weight of past battles.

Peter Foreman - A demolition expert from Cornalia who now serves Fereldia. Charismatic and energetic, he's the morale booster of the team.

Colonel Gray - Commander of the Black Hounds, an elite division under Valhalla Limited. A battle-hardened officer with sharp instincts and a mysterious past.

Setting

World

A rocky planet where 70% of the surface is covered by vast oceans. It is home to eight continents: Arabia, Asea, Oceania, Northwald, Sudeland, Europa, Silkland, and the New Frontier. Known for its long history of wars, especially following the rise of the Anglic Religion, which marks the beginning of the Common Time (C.T.)—the current calendar system.

Continent 

The largest continent of Thanes, with diverse geography and climate. Asea stretches from the Pacifica Ocean in the east to the mountainous borders with Europa and the deserts of Arabia in the west. It serves as the main stage for this story.

Nations

New Sandesta

A middle-sized archipelagic republic located in Asea. Divided into three major island regions—Agahon, Cornalia, and Suvi—the country plays a pivotal role in continental conflicts and technological warfare.

Regions

Agahon Region - The agricultural heartland of the nation. Fertile rivers and lakes such as Dane's Lake make this region the breadbasket of New Sandesta. It is also the most economically stable.

Cornalian Region - A conflict-prone region covered by dense jungles and mountainous terrain. Warlordism and rebel factions hinder its tourism and economic development. Despite its instability, it holds strategic and ecological value.

Suvi Region - Rich in natural resources, including oil, rare earth elements, and precious metals. Its arid southern zones contain untapped wealth, making it a high-interest area for development and conflict alike.

Military and Law Enforcement

Federal Armed Forces of New Sandesta (FAFNS)

Tasked with defending the nation against external threats. Their role includes border defense, military operations, and protecting the sovereignty of the republic.

New Sandestan Constabulary

A centralized national police force headquartered in Agahon. They handle civil law enforcement across the country.

Regional Defense Forces

Each region in New Sandesta maintains its own paramilitary units to assist in national defense:

Cornalian Defense Forces (CDF)

A combination of local army, air patrol, and naval units. Active in counter-insurgency and joint missions with the FAFNS.

Agahon Defense Group (ADG)

Protects the Agahon region. Works in tandem with federal forces during times of war or national emergency.

Suvi Local Defense Group (SLDG)

A similarly structured force securing the Suvi region and its vital natural resources.

Other Factions

Oceanic Union of Fereldia - The world's dominant superpower located in the Oceania continent. Fereldia commands unparalleled military, economic, and diplomatic influence.

Union of State Republics of Yuan (USR Yuan) - The largest and most populous country in eastern Asea. An emerging power with growing ambitions, especially in contested regions like New Sandesta.

Warfare and Biological Agents

SynthMech - A hybrid mechanical construct using both organic and non organic components. These weapons are deadly, agile and fast mimicking that of a human's. The development of such weapons are mired in controversy which is debated by world powers whether to ban or continue it's usage.

Exoskeletons - exosuits used to augment an operator's capabilities. Protected from biological, chemical and radioactive threats. These exoskeletons uses heavy weaponry and additional upgrades.

Biological Agents

Progenitor Strain - these viruses were discovered in nature. It was being weaponized during the great war. Due to the damage it had caused, world governments had banned it's usage.

Rover Virus - mutated strain of the progenitor viruses. These causes rabid infections and unpredictable mutations. Without the use of controllers, the infected could independently attack any non-infected organisms.

Other Information

Mints - The currency used in Federal Republic of New Sandesta

Honor Credits - The export version of Oceanic Union of Fereldia's currency. 5 Honor Credits is equal to 1 Honor Standard.

Honor Standard - The currency circulated inside of Oceanic Union of Fereldia. 

Date and Time Format

The story uses military time or the 24 Hour format.

Example: 0100 Hours means 1:00 am, 1300 Hours is 1:00 pm and 2400 Hours is 12:00 midnight.

Date: is 12/30/2019 in the story it is described as 30th of the 12th Month of 2019 C.T.

Note: This guide will be updated as the story progresses. Thank you for reading!

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