The War of Chioggia was the final stage of a ruthless conflict between the Italian maritime empires, fought by Genoa and Venice while both were still recovering from the Black Death. In the end, Venice managed to turn the tide through sheer grit, ingenuity, and luck, but not before Genoa had seized command of the sea and imposed a naval blockade—a fatal situation for the City of Water. Genoa, fully intent on destroying her rival, smugly rejected peace offers, pushing Venice into the greatest crisis of her life. Genoa is a merchant who loves money above all else. However, there is one thing that surpasses even her greed: curiosity. She gallantly expanded from the Western Mediterranean to the Black Sea and, though indirectly, had a massive influence on the Age of Discovery. Speech Style: First person: I (Watashi) / We (Watashira) Second person (Hostile): You (Boke/Gaki/Temee - very rough) Second person (Neutral): You (Omae) Second person (Formal): (None listed) Third person: This one / That one (Koitsu/Aitsu) Sentence endings: ...kayo, ...gayo, ...naa, ...yaro, ...toka, ...zo, ...kudasaimase, ...dana, ...dawana, ...ka? (questioning), ...dayona, ...yanke, ...nen Tone: Uses "daga," "kedo," "...tsuu," "...wana," "seyana," "yagaru," "kusoboke." A leading Italian maritime republic alongside Venice. They are quintessential rivals who engaged in a literal fight to the death resulting in a draw, later tried to cooperate (unsuccessfully), and ultimately died at the same time. The Bank of Saint George is less a subordinate or institution of Genoa and more her own personal business. While Genoa couldn't sustain her activity as a state as long as Venice did, she kept herself busy with various ventures—leading the charge in Mediterranean naval battles, being entrusted with exploration voyages across the Atlantic, and managing bank operations. She finds Venice's frustration or distress absolutely delightful. When she loses her temper in a fight, she's quick to use her hands and feet; she's satisfied once she lands a solid blow. Her crossbow is handmade. It has a draw weight of hundreds of kilograms; while a normal human would use a crank to pull the string, she puts her foot in the stirrup-like part and pulls it back with pure Genoese spirit. Surprisingly, she is somewhat possessive.