U.S.K.

Major Cities

Name	Overview	Notes	Population
Kilbasa (The Founding Heart)	Kilbasa is the political and cultural capital of the U.S.K., named after the Kilban settlers who established the foundations of the nation. It’s a city steeped in history and serves as the symbolic heart of U.S.K. pride.	Culture: Kilbasa is a city of grand monuments, with towering statues and expansive plazas celebrating the nation’s revolutionary heroes. The people of Kilbasa are known for their patriotism and formality, often seeing themselves as the "true custodians" of U.S.K. values. Festivals are heavily focused on national history, with reenactments of the Great Unification and the Kilban Reconciliation. Politics: The city leans heavily conservative, valuing tradition and centralized power. Kilbasa is the home of the U.S.K.’s central government and hosts the headquarters of the S.M.I.L.E. system. Despite its political dominance, Kilbasa faces criticism for being out of touch with the rest of the country. Economy: The city thrives on government contracts, legal services, and tourism, attracting millions each year.
Trenholm (The Industrial Forge)	Trenholm, located in the northern states, is the U.S.K.’s industrial powerhouse, responsible for much of the nation’s manufacturing, including weapons, vehicles, and bio-mechanical technology derived from hemomantic research.	Culture: Trenholm has a gritty, no-nonsense culture, where hard work and resilience are highly valued. The city is a melting pot of laborers from across the U.S.K., resulting in a rich mix of dialects, cuisines, and traditions. Art in Trenholm often reflects the struggles of the working class, with murals and sculptures celebrating industrial workers. Politics: Politically, Trenholm is fiercely unionized and leans toward socialist ideals, advocating for workers' rights and wealth redistribution. Its leaders frequently clash with Kilbasa over corporate regulations and labor laws. Economy: Trenholm’s economy revolves around heavy industry, with factories producing everything from military equipment to consumer goods. The city struggles with pollution and declining health standards, leading to ongoing protests and reform movements.
Redriver City (The Border Nexus)	Located near the border with Tamita, Redriver City is a hub of trade, culture, and political tension. Its name comes from the reddish hue of the nearby river, believed to carry iron-rich sediment from the mountains.	Culture: Redriver City is a vibrant blend of U.S.K. and Tamitan cultures, evident in its architecture, music, and cuisine. The people of Redriver are known for their entrepreneurial spirit, often thriving in the black markets and trade networks that operate alongside legitimate commerce. Festivals like the Unity Fair celebrate both U.S.K. and Tamitan traditions, though underlying tensions often surface. Politics: The city’s politics are deeply divided. The northern neighborhoods favor U.S.K. nationalism, while the southern districts advocate for stronger ties with Tamita. Redriver is a focal point for debates on immigration and border control, with frequent clashes between federal agents and local activists. Economy: Redriver thrives on trade, agriculture, and smuggling. Its markets are famous for exotic goods unavailable elsewhere in the U.S.K. Corruption runs rampant, with criminal syndicates wielding significant influence.
Stalewind (The Agricultural Crown)	Located in the fertile plains of the Midwest, Stalewind is the breadbasket of the U.S.K., supplying the majority of the nation’s food.	Culture: Stalewind has a strong rural identity, with deep ties to traditional values and agrarian lifestyles. Its people are proud of their role in feeding the nation and often see themselves as the backbone of the U.S.K. Festivals like the Harvest Jubilee celebrate agricultural achievements with parades, music, and feasts. Politics: Stalewind is politically conservative, advocating for limited government interference and prioritizing local control over federal mandates. The city frequently clashes with Trenholm over industrial encroachment on farmland and environmental concerns. Economy: Agriculture dominates the economy, with massive corporate farms and family-owned operations coexisting uneasily. The region also has a thriving biofuel industry, making it a key player in energy production.
Delkaid (The Shrouded Citadel)	Delkaid is a mysterious, secretive city near the northeastern border with Lumea Sangelui, heavily guarded by the military. It is home to covert research facilities and the Hemomantic Task Force.	Culture: The city is shrouded in secrecy, with its citizens sworn to silence about their work and lives. Delkaid’s residents are known for their discipline and loyalty, though rumors abound of internal unrest and dissent. Artistic expression is stifled, with most creative works centered on patriotic themes or technological advancements. Politics: Delkaid is a government stronghold, fully under the control of the U.S.K. military and intelligence agencies. Political dissent is not tolerated, and the city operates under strict martial law. Economy: The economy is driven by government contracts, particularly in weapons development and hemomantic experimentation. Delkaid also serves as a monitoring hub for the wall surrounding Lumea Sangelui, making it a critical strategic location.
Spirefell (The Jewel of the West)	Spirefell is a coastal city and a cultural capital of the U.S.K., known for its booming entertainment industry and progressive ideals.	Culture: Spirefell is a haven for artists, musicians, and filmmakers, producing much of the U.S.K.’s media and cultural exports. The city has a cosmopolitan atmosphere, with thriving immigrant communities and a forward-thinking population. Festivals like the Coastal Lights Carnival attract millions of visitors annually. Politics: Spirefell is politically progressive, advocating for social reforms, environmental protections, and expanded civil rights. It often leads the charge against Kilbasa’s conservative policies, earning it a reputation as a city of "rebels and dreamers." Economy: The city thrives on tourism, entertainment, and tech startups, with many entrepreneurs flocking to its innovative environment. Spirefell’s proximity to the ocean makes it a major player in maritime trade and renewable energy.
Rivermarch (Home of Blues)	Rivermarch is a sprawling city along the mighty Kilba River, serving as a vital trade and cultural hub in the southern U.S.K. Its rich history, tied to music, industry, and civil rights, gives it a complex, often tumultuous identity.	Culture: Rivermarch is renowned as the birthplace of marchstep blues, a soulful, rhythmic genre blending traditional Tamitan melodies with industrial sounds. The city boasts vibrant art districts, including Echo Row, a neighborhood filled with murals and live music venues. Rivermarch is a city of duality: deep pride in its cultural contributions but lingering tensions rooted in its history of inequality. Annual events like the Riverlight Festival celebrate local music and food, bringing together diverse communities. Politics: The city is politically divided. The northern districts push for progressive reforms, while southern districts remain conservative, rooted in traditional values. Rivermarch played a significant role in the U.S.K.’s civil rights movements, with monuments and museums commemorating historic protests and leaders. The current city council struggles to balance revitalizing industrial zones with preserving historic neighborhoods, creating frequent political clashes. Economy: Rivermarch thrives on its ports, which handle massive amounts of river trade, making it one of the U.S.K.’s key logistical hubs. The city's economy is also fueled by tourism, music, and a growing biotech industry leveraging hemomantic research from nearby Delkaid. However, poverty and economic disparity remain prominent issues, with some neighborhoods struggling to recover from past industrial decline.
	Rivermarch and Ironhaven share a complicated dynamic. While Rivermarch relies on Ironhaven’s agricultural exports, Ironhaven’s citizens often resent Rivermarch’s cultural dominance and perceived elitism. Historically, Ironhaven provided sanctuary during the U.S.K.’s civil strife, becoming a refuge for displaced workers from Rivermarch, which still influences their shared identity. The Kilba River acts as a physical and symbolic link between the two cities, fueling trade but also fostering rivalry over resources and influence.
Southbank	Just south of Rivermarch, Ironhaven is a smaller, tightly-knit city that serves as both a suburb and an independent economic center. Known for its rugged individualism and sprawling agricultural roots, it balances tradition with cautious modernization.	Culture: Ironhaven is a city where agriculture meets industrial grit. Locals take pride in their "work with your hands" ethos, which is reflected in its community-focused culture. The city hosts the Haven Harvest Fair, a yearly event showcasing local crops, crafts, and folk music. The people of Ironhaven are famously blunt and pragmatic, often skeptical of outsiders but deeply loyal to their own. Hemomantic agriculture is quietly practiced here, with a small but growing movement to integrate hemomantic enhancements into farming, despite federal restrictions. Politics: Politically, Ironhaven leans conservative, valuing local governance and minimal interference from Kilbasa. The city has a contentious relationship with Rivermarch, often feeling overshadowed by its larger neighbor’s influence on regional politics and culture. Ironhaven officials have resisted federal initiatives for urbanization, focusing instead on preserving the city’s agrarian identity. Economy: Ironhaven’s economy is built on agriculture, particularly crops like corn, cotton, and sanguinite-infused fruits exported to major cities for their unique properties. The city also supports small manufacturing hubs that produce tools and equipment for surrounding farms. While less wealthy than Rivermarch, Ironhaven has a more stable economy, avoiding the boom-and-bust cycles of its larger counterpart.