Atwood Empire

It was also a bit odd to hear the term ‘**Atwood Empire**’, but he guessed it was the most apt description. His faction couldn’t be considered a town any longer, and it was neither a sect nor a clan. A budding single-planet Empire was probably correct, though it was definitely a bit weird to be called an Emperor, especially considering Earth’s cultural norms. **Chapter 646**

It became a Sanctioned Empire after Zac conquered Ensolus and became a Baron. **Chapter 844**

It was easier to gain contribution points in the Atwood Empire compared to most established factions, though fewer would benefit from it. Zac had, under the suggestions from Abby and the golem at the exchange, eventually changed the model to one that mainly targeted elites. **Chapter 849**

## Territories

* New Earth
* Ensolus

## Elite military units

### Calamity Company

* Arcaz Umbri'Zi
	+ Carl Elrod
	+ Joanna Thompson
	+ Rhubat
	+ Ciru Valor
	+ Carva, a Raun Spectral
	+ Mark Marshall
	+ Janos Azh’Rezak
	+ Tamira

### Acheron Company

* Zachary Atwood
	+ Emily Larkin
	+ Vilari
	+ Rhuger
	+ Ra’Klid
	+ Janos Azh’Rezak?

## Resources

* The Atwood Empire surpassed even Middle D-grade forces in terms of wealth and resources, but they were severely lacking in cultivation infrastructure. There was almost nothing to spend Atwood Empire Contribution Points on except for resources. Sure, there were a decent number of manuals, but his men had already been provided those upon listing. **Ch 1,146**
* Selling access to valuable opportunities was the best way to keep one's treasury well-stocked without curbing the growth of your subordinates. If anything, it was much more effective than cramming pills and Natural Treasures down their throats. It was also a good way to ensure your talents didn't run off. The freedom of a wandering cultivator wouldn't be as tempting if it meant losing the blessed grounds that nurtured their Dao and doubled their cultivation speed. **Ch 1,146**
	+ Gates of Rebirth Limited Trial
	+ Furem Harq Merit Exchange
	+ Kar’Arvadina Iliex Shipyard
	+ Thayer Consortia
	+ System Bank

## Alliances

### Kavriel Province

In support of Zac's quest the Kavriel province (**Chapter 1,079**)

* established a mercantile link with the Sky Gnome Arcaz brought with him.
* connected Arcaz with an Early D-grade Smithy on the outskirts of Kavista.
	+ Their products are of mediocre quality, and they won't provide any discounts.
	+ Brightglaive Munitions **Chapter 1,093**
		- Moonglaive series **Chapter 1,093**
* His access to the wares of Brightglaive Munitions is contigent on him accepting oversight from the Undead Empire in the form of two Revenants, Serzo and Petrus, and completing his quest within two months. **Chapter 1,093**

### Allbright Empire

In order to maintain access to the ships from his shipyard the Allbright Empire agreed for a 60% price hike and provide Zac with access to (**Chapter 1,083**)

* a Smithy
	+ Blazing Comet Constellations **Chapter 1,095**
		- Blazing Comet series **Chapter 1,093**
* a Formation Guild specializing in wartime arrays
* an Alchemist clan

## Plans for emergence from the shroud

Zac had managed to get an agreement with the Undead Empire that they

* would accept their presence and expansion across the Kaldran Strait. **Ch 950**
* would covertly assist in the Atwood Empire's development and protection after Earth and Ensolus emerged from the shroud. **Ch 950**

The Atwood Empire would essentially become an allied faction, which meant they would be safe from the biggest faction in that region of space. **Ch 950**

### Grey Zone

* With the Kavriel Province's tacit approval and even protection, Zac was primed to set up something similar to the Twilight Harbor in Zecia. An unaffiliated Grey Zone, where both living and undead could come to trade resources. **Ch 950**
* Each side had treasures the other required, and every transaction would mean money entering Zac's pockets. Zac had already made a fortune through his lucky encounters, but that was nothing in the face of the revenue streams a popular trade hub could generate. Better yet, no one could compete with him on this matter, thanks to the support of the Undead Empire. **Ch 950**