Solara
Solara
Grand City of The Sun | |
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| Country |  Nucilandia |
| Voivodeship | Solara |
| County | Solara |
| Construction began | 30 June 2023 |
| Opened for residence | 5 July 2023 |
| Founded by | Hori |
| Named for | The Sun |
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| • Palatine | Hori |
| Population (29 March 2024) | 11 |
| Demonym | Solaran |
| Time zone | Global Nucicraft Time (GNCT) |
Solara, nicknamed The Grand City of the Sun, is a city located at the border between the Kingdom of Nucilandia and the Brotherhood of the United Blocks. It is situated not far from Enada, a city in the FBU. Solara started as a collaborative project part of the Friendly Towns Programme, and although it is a sovereign Nucilandian territory, both nations worked together on a local governance level during the construction and early days of the city, similar to how Enada was resettled before it.
Geography
Solara is situated on large open plains, surrounded by two villages that are in close proximity to the city, one to the north and one to the south-west. To the west of Solara lies a Zaganian outpost, which served as the main base of operations for the Zaganian raids during The Zaganian Wars of Enada. The outpost is still active, and occasional attacks from the Zaganians occur, targeting the city and its surrounding villages. However, these attacks have been light and easily repelled, with no major action taking place since then.
Layout
The city layout of Solara is organized in a square grid pattern. The central cell of the grid is occupied by the main park, known as The Solar Park, which is surrounded on all sides by the Local Public Warehouse. The warehouse, in turn, is completely surrounded by The Solar Boulevard, with four additional boulevards extending in straight lines towards each cardinal direction.
The first layer of plots starting from the center is designated for public and administrative buildings, some of which are yet to be constructed. The second line is allocated for residential plots, where the citizens of Solara have built their homes. As part of the Friendly Towns Programme, resources from Enada were utilized in the construction of city. However, due to the grand and massive scale of the city, a significant portion of the resources had to be freshly obtained. As a result, many excavations were conducted in the region, in order to level the plains, and the gathered resources were granted to Enada until Solara established its own operational warehouse.
History
The foundations of Solara were laid with remarkable speed and great effort, with help from the citizens of Enada. Construction began on 30 June 2023, and the city was opened for residence on 5 July 2023. Notable individuals among the first inhabitants of Solara included Ionuț Karr, Mary Karr, Mibu, Hori, and Denisse. Hori, the Great Walnut of Nucilandia, personally participated in the construction work and oversaw the planning and development of the city.
Lore and Legends
"The Grand City of The Sun" is shrouded in lore and legends. The city's name and nickname are derived from The Sun - the Father of Life of Ciupitism; and also from its strategic location, which allows it to bask in the warm rays of the sun throughout the day. According to local folklore, it is believed that the sunlight brings blessings and prosperity to the city and its inhabitants.
Legends speak of ancient rituals performed by the indigenous people of the region to honour The Sun. These rituals involved intricate dances and offerings to ensure The Sun's favor and protection. The rituals were said to imbue the land with an aura of vitality and positive energy, fostering harmony and prosperity among those living there.
Furthermore, tales are told of mythical creatures that once roamed the plains surrounding Solara. These creatures were said to be guardians of the region, protecting it from any harm that might befall it. Although sightings of these creatures are rare in modern times, their presence in folklore continues to captivate the imagination of the city's inhabitants.
Governance
As a sovereign territory of Nucilandia, Solara has its own local governance system. However, during its participation in the Friendly Towns Programme and its proximity to Enada, the city maintained a cooperative relationship with the Brotherhood of the United Blocks. The collaborative efforts between the two nations extended to the management and administration of Solara, ensuring the well-being and prosperity of its residents.