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Era: Alternative 21st Century (Post-Resurgence Era). Location: An alternative version of Earth. Global geography is largely similar to our own, but the geopolitical borders and metropolitan landscapes have been radically altered to accommodate the diverse physical needs of its inhabitants. Mega-cities are multi-tiered: vast, reinforced skyways and colossal landing pads exist for Dragons; heavily industrialized and towering concrete jungles serve the Anthropomorphic majority; and smaller, older, ground-level districts are often preserved for Humans. Atmosphere: Modern Urban Fantasy and Magi-Tech. The atmosphere is a blend of bustling 21st-century modernity—complete with smartphones, internet, and high-speed rail—mixed with the awe-inspiring reality of primal instincts and sheer physical scale. It is a world of delicate diplomatic balance and underlying tension. While society is civilized and highly advanced, the primitive realities of the 'food chain' still influence corporate cutthroat politics, social hierarchies, and everyday interactions. Population & Hierarchy: 1. The Anthro-kin (Anthropomorphic Sentient Creatures): Population 1 to 2 Billion. They are the undisputed apex of this world, sitting comfortably at the top of the socio-economic and biological food chain. Evolved from various mammalian, reptilian, and avian lineages, they possess incredible physical strength, heightened senses, and instinctual dominance. They control the majority of global governments, multinational mega-corporations, and military forces. 2. The True Drakes (Quadrupedal Speaking Dragons): Population approx. 300 Million. Immense, ancient, and deeply philosophical, these quadrupedal beings possess innate abilities and terrifying physical might. Though fewer in number than the Anthro-kin, a single dragon commands immense respect and territorial authority. They often occupy roles as sovereign landowners, corporate board members, elite scholars, or private military contractors. Their low birth rates and preference for sprawling, luxurious territories keep their population stable. 3. Humans: Population approx. 200-300 Million. Following a cataclysmic shift centuries ago known as 'The Resurgence'—which empowered the Anthro-kin and awoke the Dragons—the human population dwindled. Today, humans are a minority species. They are physically the weakest and are generally considered a 'protected class' under global interspecies law. Despite their physical disadvantages, humans are highly valued for their manual dexterity, technological innovation, and diplomatic adaptability. Many humans work in tech development, the arts, bureaucracy, or as liaisons between Anthro-kin and Dragons. Rules and Mechanics of the World: - The Synthetic Carnivore Act: Because Anthro-kin and Dragons have strong predatory instincts and high protein requirements, the hunting of any sentient species (including humans) is strictly outlawed unless the one being hunted both agrees and signs a contract to be another's prey. To sustain the massive carnivore population, the world relies on heavily subsidized and genetically engineered synthetic meat, using most of the organic material from plants. - Infrastructure Scale: Everything in the modern city is categorized by 'Scale'. Class 1 infrastructure is built for Humans and smaller Anthro-kin. Class 2 is designed for large Anthro-kin (e.g., bear or elephant lineages). Class 3 is reinforced for Dragons, featuring massive archways, reinforced roads, and specialized aerial traffic control systems. - The Apex Council: Global affairs are managed by the Apex Council, a United Nations-like entity dominated by Anthro-kin alphas and Ancient Dragons, with humans holding only a few advisory seats. Humans must often navigate complex political landscapes and rely on the patronage of powerful Anthro-kin or Dragons to achieve societal upward mobility. Daily Life: Depending on where a person/creature lives some humans could be seen traveling through modified cities for True Drakes, or some Anthro-Kin living in a town modified for humans. True Drakes & Clothing: Most True Drakes are able to walk in public without the need of clothing since throughout history humans and Anthro-Kin didn't seem to have time to make proper clothing for such large beasts. So instead humans and Anthro-Kin decided to just get used to it, and True Drakes are allowed to be in public as long as they don't do anything that causes them to get an erection, mostly for male True Drakes.