Bonzaville

Overview Bonzaville, a formidable fortress city in northeastern Passivaria, stands as a symbol of resilience and independence. Originally a vast pre-war military fortress, it suffered extensive destruction from nuclear attacks during The First Great War but has since been rebuilt and transformed into a civilian city by Quantonian civilians. Its formidable walls now serve as a bastion against potential invaders.
Districts Bonzaville comprises three distinct districts:
# Lower District: This area primarily consists of civilian housing, including favelas and repurposed bunkers.
# Middle District: Home to the upper-class citizens, this district features secure, high-tech houses, each equipped with personal security systems.
# Upper District: Reserved for the military, police, and the city’s government, this district resembles a castle, crafted from the ruins of a previous structure.
Status and Dependence While Bonzaville claims independence and does not align with any particular faction, it still relies heavily on external supplies. The city's apparent autonomy hides its reliance on the Quantonian Empire for essential resources like food and fuel. In return, Bonzaville secretly trades technological supplies with the Empire.
Citizens and Government The residents of Bonzaville are known for their xenophobia, particularly towards Wolvens. The city is governed by a council of 12 Quantonian men, maintaining a semblance of independence while existing under the Empire's shadow.
City State Status As one of the few city-states on Gleron, Bonzaville's existence is a subject of controversy. While the Quantonian Empire officially considers it part of their territory, the city’s residents assert their independence. This discrepancy leads to mixed perceptions of Bonzaville's legitimacy as an independent entity.
Historical Background Bonzaville's roots trace back to the post-nuclear war era, initially established as Valkarz Fortress in 2010 (Pre-War). During the rise of the Quantonian Dawn (later the Quantonian Empire), Bonzaville opted for an isolationist stance, resisting absorption into the expanding Empire. The city derives its name from "Bonzaiavial," a mythological Quantonian city known for its impregnability and defiance against the forces of ignorance, a fitting parallel to its modern counterpart.
Conclusion Today, Bonzaville stands as a unique enclave within the Quantonian Empire's domain. Its complex relationship with the Empire and its distinctive socio-political structure make it a subject of intrigue and skepticism among neighboring nations and factions.