Vocatum of Arshan

## Vocatum of Arshan, the Architect

Arshan is the deity of the future. Devotees of the Vocatum of Arshan are aligned with values such as ambition and the logic that drives the world forward into a better morrow. They do not fear death, but rather see it as a part of the natural order of things; as time rolls on, things adapt, evolve, and eventually decay. It would be inaccurate to say they are without emotion, though it does often take a backseat to logic or science. Any conversation with a devotee will likely be laden with questions -- they are, after all, blessed with an insatiable curiosity, perhaps even more than some haughty sense of intellectual superiority. Devotees enjoy discounts in Precinct Arshan, as well as special access to some of its locations.

## Precinct Arshan

*It’s clean cut here. Sleek, to say the least. Practical and angular and all metal cogs and marble stamped precisely between moving parts and the warm purple glow of technology. You never think it feels cold, though you can’t quite find the word that describes it… Urgent, perhaps? People shuffle by, seemingly always in some hurry from Point A to Point B -- though it will never stop the way excitement flickers across their vision when someone catches their attention long enough to spark a conversation on something they have the knowledge to discuss. Strange gadgets, automatons, messengers, machines that clean the streets, all dance in a carefully choreographed ballet, making life move smoothly but never getting in the way. Between rectangular buildings and minimalist columns, holographic images advertise some new update to your communication device, some device that everyone already seems to know about. There isn’t much room for frivolities between the carefully planned walkways, the sparse but well pruned vegetation, and even small critters seem to understand this is a place of learning, as they do not disturb the Precinct as a general rule. The only buildings that may be considered for entertainment also serve some scientific purpose. The clacking of metal on metal and the hum of spinning gears. A passerby’s mumble of thoughts and hypotheses given voice. Meticulously simple decor that accentuates, but never detracts. You are safe.*

## Temple of Arshan

This stone and steel building is likely the least decorative of the temples - on the outside, at least. While the exterior is a simple mix of marble and metal with a soft purple glow cutting through at different angles, the interior is much more reminiscent of a place dedicated to those that are curious learners. When you enter you find yourself in a two-story circular room (though the second floor is hardly more than a large walkway), lined with marble columns that are undecorated save for three bands of purple light that cut through about a quarter of the way up. In the center of the room is a holographic projection of the entire city of Epoche, displayed in a shimmering purple and you realize that it is - somehow - a live projection of the city, if the moving trams and cable cars are any indication. On either side of this are ramps leading to the second floor, and while sparsely decorated, there are two sets of four banners on either side running along the domed ceiling - a wolf, owl, bear, and fox, which you recognize to be the symbols on the Tempo. Arshan’s altar sits at the back of the second floor, overlooking the city’s projection.

## Prospect

The housing district in Precinct Arshan is called Prospect. Prospect is one of the few buildings that extends above a single story in height.

### First Tier

Each floor is small, with four bedrooms per floor arranged in a rectangle. Each bedroom has a small balcony overlooking the Precinct. A levitating platform, not unlike an elevator, carries residents between the floors. In the hallways, you can look down into the first floor, where a library of sorts can be found. An amygala vendor usually sets up shop on the first floor, knowing those who plan to work late will need a pick-me-up. Sofas and armchairs around short tables are meticulously arranged, with some desks where residents can be found scribbling away or shuffling through documents. The basement holds a cafeteria of sorts, with different kinds of food categorized and sorted to different counters. Tables here are few and small -- it is generally assumed residents will be taking their food to go.

### Second Tier

Located in a separate tower attached to the main one, the quarters of Prospect are larger and a bit sleeker, well-decorated, and well-outfitted. The quarters also have a few accommodations restricted to residents of rank Calibre and above. There is a **large citywide digital database** in the basement, so there’s no need to trek all the way to the Commune of Boryana and shuffle through tomes to quickly find some information… and hey, the lack of nosy people asking you what you’re doing is a plus as well. In addition, every few days, Arber, **the owner of the top repair shop in Precinct Arshan** comes by for some “house calls” of sorts. She will repair any tech that gets damaged at a discounted rate, and maybe you’ll even be able to learn a thing or two by watching her and talking to her.

## Technological District

The technological district is not quite as colorful as the other districts - at least, not in the same way. While other districts have an abundance of flora and fauna, you’ll find that Arshan’s science minded folks have contained theirs in a way that they can be studied. At the center of the Precinct sits two of the largest structures in Epoche: the **Infinity Gardens** and **Millennium Park**. Both are named for their seemingly endless amount of live specimens to study, and extra care is taken to ensure that everything contained in them is properly cared for. The Gardens are home to every kind of plant and tree imaginable, even some that you would’ve thought were extinct. The Park, located across from the Gardens, is where you’ll find animals of all shapes and sizes living in their natural habitats. You can find anything from a dingo to an owlbear here, and they are all well cared for since the biggest goal is preservation. The city’s hospital (and other medical offices) are also located in the Precinct, so should you need help with your own preservation, you can find it here. As for the preservation of peace, Precinct Arshan is also where you’ll find **The Bastille**, Epoche’s holding center for criminals. It is mostly empty, however -- most people are content to live their days peacefully, and crime is a rare occurrence. And given that this is the heart of technology for the city, it’s no surprise that most shops here are geared towards the tech-minded, with the most prominent repair shop located near the ruins of an old building. Should you be in a rush, however, there’s no shortage of vending machine-like dispensers for snacks, drinks, and gadgets.

### Additions

It would appear that Arshan is pleased with his vocatum for winning Epochevision - enough that somehow, a large new building has appeared seemingly out of nowhere in the middle of the district. **Vikare Planetarium** is a circular building that stands somewhat larger in comparison to other buildings in the area, with four smaller domes placed an equal distance around the building’s edge. Upon entry, the main lobby has a constant projection of the current position of the stars - which are stationary, but you can at least see what’s beyond the sunset sky. In the lobby are terminals that allow users to access star charts and other astronomical data, and should you choose to take some information with you, you can sync up your Tempo and download up to 10 files. However, if you are in Arshan’s vocatum, you can download up to 25. No matter which vocatum you come from, all users can access their files away from the planetarium and display them on their Tempo’s small-scale hologram projection. Should you want to view any of the planetarium’s files as a large hologram while visiting, you can rent one of the four smaller rooms for 20⍧ per usage and have unlimited access to all files on record. Each room can hold 15 people comfortably and there is, of course, no time limit for use.

## Blessing of Arshan

The gods work in mysterious ways, and some of their methods have been lost to time, turned to fairytale and myth. But some still whisper of the miracles Fenix can spin for those who have earned their favor… Perhaps what’s lost to time shall be again revealed in time.