Nestled in New Eden’s verdant heartlands, Animus contrasts sharply with Prisma City’s neon-lit sprawl. Here, nature and technology intertwine, guided by the belief that Kai energy is sacred and not merely a power source. Towering biotech structures blend human craftsmanship with organic growth, sustained by solar energy and Kai-infused systems.
Deeply attuned to the natural world, Animus embraces Kai energy as a living force that flows through its structures. Buildings seem to breathe and are constructed from Kai-infused materials that bend and cascade in non-linear, organic forms to accommodate the natural world. There are few right-angles to be seen.
The city thrives on regenerative design and living infrastructure, merging urban life with the natural world. Yet beneath its beauty lies the weight of devotion and doctrine.
Animus is a spiritual stronghold, where Kai is revered. The Council of Sentinels in this region enforce strict principles of harmony, discipline and devotion to their cause. While this fosters unity, it also breeds rigid hierarchy and ideological control.
Where Prisma City sees Kai as a tool for progress, Animus sees it as a cosmic truth. Its people live not for profit, but for purpose… though whether that purpose is enlightenment or dogma depends on perspective.
Localised living is the norm, making sprawling transport systems unnecessary. Instead, wide promenades run through the city; flanked by gardens and vertical farms that provide for its people. Citizens move at a more measured pace, some walking in contemplation while others glide by silently on hoverboards, gravbikes or smaller delivery vehicles.
In Animus, community is the foundation of life. Private spaces are small and utilitarian, giving way to shared hubs that serve as centres for socialising, art and music. Technology here feels less invasive and more integrated; the presence of animals is more prominent; and water flows through channels designed to cleanse and energise with subtle Kai resonance.
Commerce is deeply local and brands familiar in the Prisma region carry little weight. Instead, Animus thrives on guild-like networks of crafters, healers and enchanters. Those with strong magical abilities are in constant demand, assisting in everything from farming to medical restoration.
Temples are alive with those worshiping the sacred presence of Kai and people gather in open squares for rituals of attunement. To participate in these ceremonies is considered a vital part of being a productive citizen.
There is no more popular pet in Animus than the Moochonk, a pygmy cow which displays huge amounts of affection towards its owners and retains the sturdiness of their full-sized cousins.
With a surprising amount of strength in those square shoulders and stumpy legs, having a Moochonk companion is not just a novelty but also a form of protection for the young of Animus as they travel the countryside.