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After browsing through the rules feel free to look over the four different packs of the city in order to get a feel for each’s lifestyle. You make characters who are loners, but we highly encourage you to have at least one character in one of the packs. Their lifestyles vary greatly so you should be able to find a personality which matches one of the four.

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Long before Cascaro was formally a city, pirates passed its shores on a quest for gold. A brutal fight broke out between two rival ships, leaving one to crash against the rocks by the shore, incapable of being repaired. This ship is long and tall, holes scattered throughout its side and belly from where the rocks pierced through the wood. During high tide the floor has about a foot of water on the bottom floor, concealing many of the entrances and exits. The main deck up above has cannons and old treasures left behind from the pirates who owned the ship. A few rooms are present where the crew ate, slept, and conducted trade among other pirates. The floor is weak from soaking up the salt water, some prepared to break at any amount of added pressure. High above the sail is still collecting the wind, the crow’s nest still up high and prepared to sight danger wherever it may come.

Kotori Headquarters

For protection against other cities back long before Cascaro was formally established castles were the only method of protecting humans from outside attackers. This old fortress is one of the last standing from this old time. A tall stone wall surrounds the main castle, stones falling out of place and ivory growing across its surface. There is only way to get past it, and that is through the gates at the front of the fort. Slip past the main gates and a large moat surrounds the main building, though only about a foot of mud is present in the moat. Cross the drawbridge which is on the verge of completely crumbling and you will enter the main building. Rooms vary from the kitchen to bedrooms, to old rooms with assassination weapons and grand dinning halls. And though very old this fortress still has many hidden tricks within its borders, for those who dare to trespass onto this sacred land.

At the end of the long stretch of beach is the city pier. Once used for the docking of boats, it now rests in place on the verge of collapsing completely. It failed inspection nearly a decade ago, but the city lacked the proper funds to fix it, so instead a thin strand of police tape attempts to block off the entrance, though few listen to its warning. At the end of the pier sits a few old buildings, most used for storage units for fish, lumber, and other items shipped to other cities. An old resturaunt sits at the very end of the pier where fresh fish used to be served everyday. As the population died down it was forced to close, leaving the empty building prepared to be explored along with the old warehouses adjacent to it. The scent of fish and salty air dominates the entire pier, various cracks in the wood threatening to send unprepared victims down to the sandy beaches below.

The richest people in town bought the largest plot of land the city would allow, and upon it built this large home with countless rooms, a pool in the back yard, and grand gardens in the front yard. But when the stock market crashed in the late 1920s they lost everything, including this grand estate. The home contains three floors, not including the basement and old attic. The set up is not as modern as it would be today, meaning there are no televisions or other electronics of modern times. Crabgrass grows across the lawn and ivy grows along the mansion walls. Windows are left open with curtains swaying in the breeze. The pool is old and grimy with leaves and dirt discoloring the once clear water. The old paint is chipping and the roof is losing shingles, but the old building has yet to fall.

Hinto Headquarters

The Fire Station was once constantly in use, whether it be rescuing cats from trees or putting out fires which were swallowing homes whole. Once the city population dwindled down however the need for as many fire stations was no longer existent and this smaller station was the first to be abandoned. The first floor holds the actual trucks, prepared to be used in a moment’s notice. Ascend up the staircase at the back of the building and you will find yourself on the second floor where the employees resided until the emergency call was received. There is an old kitchen, a living room area with a television set still flickering and a worn down couch with springs jutting from the cushions. A bathroom is to the right with a shower, toilet and sink. There is even a small bedroom off to the side, though it is extremely small and has not been used in decades.

Down at the very tip of the southern part of town is where those who committed crimes were placed: the County Prison. Surrounding the perimeter is a large concrete barrier, making sure the captives within could not escaped unnoticed. Guard towers are at each of the four corners, shinning lights down in the court yard at night making sure every corner is watched over. They are monitored by computers, so they continue to search the courtyard even with the prison abandoned by human kind. In the middle of the territory is the actual jail where thousands of cells once held those who broke the law. Inside each cell is a single bed, toilet, and window which is too high to escape from. The rooms are small, just six by eight feet, barely enough room needed for the humans stored within its boundaries. There is a large cafeteria with slop still present in one of the large pots, if one is desperate for a meal.

When tourists used to come to Cascaro, whether it be on business or as a family vacation, this was the most popular destination to stay. The Triple Pine Hotel was six floors, each representing a different quality for its rooms. The higher you went, the better quality the rooms became. But today the hotel stands empty, no more tourists keeping it alive. The pressure detecting doors still open each time a person or canine walks by, opening the portal to a new world. The main lobby is carpeted with crimson carpeting, a front desk ready for those checking in or out. A small waiting area holds a few couches next to an electric place which will turn on with the press of a button. Each hotel room contains a bedroom and bathroom, though the higher floors also contain lofts and kitchens for those who are willing to pay the higher price. Restaurants are scattered throughout the hotel, and a gift shop holding a few surprises.

Tokala Headquarters

The most popular method of transportation back in the days where humans dominated the city is now left abandoned for anyone daring enough to enter its depths to explore. Descend down the staircase and you will find the turnstile which requires you to pay a dollar fifty to use the subway. No guard is present next to the turnstiles however, so crawling under it or jumping over it will give you no penalty. Down the maze of tunnels are various subways with the trains still residing dormant on the tracks, some with doors still open waiting for passengers to board their depths. Florescent lights flicker overhead providing little lighting to those inside the subway. The third rail is still capable of killing anyone who steps on the silver rail, whether the act be by accident or instigated by another being. Many seek refuge here, for it is underground and protective against nature’s forces.

To keep diminishing animal populations from completely going extinct, exotic animals from across the globe were brought to this small reserve to preserve them before they were wiped out by poachers. To entire the reserve is a challenge, for the entire perimeter is surrounded with barb wire fence to keep any and all out. A gate is the main way in, but countless locks are used to make sure these gaits cannot be tampered with, and the barbed wire across the top of the fence makes it impossible to leap over, in addition to its good ten feet height. The main area is filled with grassland, desert-like area, and other strange territories which were duplicated to match the environments these animals came from. Though humans no longer closely monitor these lands, some of these exotic species continue to roam these areas, struggling to survive on the small plots of land they were granted. A water hole is present in the center of the reserve, a popular area to sight the dozens species of animals which live in this territory.

If a canine was found living on the street it would be caught and taken to this facility where they could be sold to a family who wanted him or her, giving the city the money it coveted. After canines could no longer be captured as easily it was shut down, for no one wasted their time running the operation. First there is the main lobby which appears clean and comforting to attract families looking for a pet. Slip through the double doors however and pace down the long hallway, and at the end of the long hall is the actual kennel where the canines were kept. Large fences separated the dogs leaving groups of four or five in a small enclosed area with little food and water. There is a door at the rear of the room where the dogs were released once a day to do their business, and if accidents were done inside their cages severe punishments were given. A single room is present within the long hall, where those kept in the kennels for over a week were terminated to make room for the new arrivals.

Aponi Headquarters

The emporium holds two levels. Once used nearly every day, they stand empty for the strays to explore on their own without the fret of human interference. The first contains fish of every type and species, from the well known species such as clown fish or angel fish, to species only found at the ocean floor. They can be seen swimming both above and below you in some areas of the emporium, making these areas a popular sight. Rooms and tunnels are surrounded with glass walls, each acting as a portal to see another world under the sea. Outside there are areas for other animals such as seals and polar bears, though most have been reduced to just skeletons. Move up to the second level and you will find a vast museum of all types of animals, not just the fish located on the first floor. From dinosaur skeletons to interactive activities, this museum has countless activities to offer. A food court is also located on the second floor, proving rotten food for those desperate for a quick meal.

Humans used to bring their canine companions to this park frequently, for it was nothing but open fields and paths allowing both dogs and their masters to get the exercise they needed. Now the grass is left browned with clusters of crabgrass growing where lush green fields once lay, and decaying park benches under the shade of large oak trees. There is a large cluster of woods near the back of the park with a few trails weaving through, marked with yellow markers to show the way. On the fields are old toys left behind by the canines who never retrieved them after they were thrown by humans, still able to be toyed with if one needs a quick method of entertainment. The rabbit and squirrel populations have multiplied, giving canines a meal if they are cunning enough to catch one of these quick creatures. The area is large with many trees scattered here and there giving off needed shade on hot summer days, and protection from rain storms.

Near the edge of town a large plot of land was not in use, so to make a profit the city built a large mall in hopes of making a little extra money needed to support their war efforts. But it seemed to backfire on them when few to no people had the gas money to drive to the outskirts to shop at the mall. Three levels of mall is now left abandoned for all to explore, sliding doors helping to keep harsh winds out thanks to pressure sensors detecting when a canine wishes to enter. Various shops reside within this large area, from clothing stores to pharmacies to an old daycare center. A large fountain sits on the bottom floor at the heart of the mall, still running to this day with coins collected at its bottom like dormant fish. The old food court holds a few snacks for those who need a quick meal, tables and chairs tipped over from those too lazy to set them straight.

On hot summer days, what better way was there to cool off than to hit the city pool? One would assume this territory would be a hit, but soon fewer and fewer residents came all the way to the outskirts of town for a swim, to the point where the pool had to be closed down. There is a small building which holds the changing rooms and rest rooms, as well as a small restaurant area for those in need of a lunch or a snack. Behind the building is a fenced in area with the actual pool. A life guard chair sits and guards the pool to enforce all the rules established by the city. Chairs and tables surround the pools for mother watching their young. The deep end is approximately twelve feet deep, the shallow end around three. The water filters still work to clean out the water, so it is decently clean, though no chlorine is present to kill harmful bacteria which may be lingering in the waters.

To keep track of time this old clock tower was established for those too cheap to buy a decent pocket watch. The clock still runs to this day, even if people are too busy with their daily lives to pay attention to it. Machinery works the upper mechanisms so it is a rare occurrence to find humans here, other than every six months or so to make sure everything is working properly. The front door is always left unlocked; a simple flick of the paw being powerful enough to part it from its door frame. Upon entering the main floor if one looks up they can see all the machine parts up above working hard to keep time running. A stairway leads up to the clock parts for when inspections must be conducted, but a locked gate keeps most from being able to reach this second floor, unless someone is smart enough to get around the system to settle their curiosity of what lays up above.

Back in the old days all of Cascaro was farmland, growing crops for feed the hungry families growing up in the new world. The only farm left standing since then was Miller Ranch, and it was abandoned long ago. It is off in the outskirts, well hidden from the residents of the city, most of whom are oblivious to its existence, for if it was known the land would be sold in a heartbeat. The old red barn still stands to this day with countless stalls inside to hold the various animals which produced goods which the farmers could sell. Off to the side are the fields which were once lush with growing crops, now left with dried up vegetation turning yellow from the overgrowth of weeds. The actual home of the Miller’s is between these two locations which is a small home with few rooms inside, most of which are left empty from the family who abandoned it.

Deep within the outskirts of Cascaro is a long, wooded area. It is the last untouched piece of earth left alone by the humans of the city, a neutral territory between Cascaro and its rival ciy. Paths weaved through the tree trunks for hiking paths created by humans, though it is rare to find humans wandering this area. The tree branches above create canopies which allow little sunlight to filter through their branches, casting shadows across the forest floor. In the middle of these woods however is a large cliff, and cascading from it is Catchatory Falls. This waterfall flows into a large lake which then filters into a creek which divides the woods into two. The lake area is beautiful with many plants and much wildlife surviving off the fish population in the waters. The water is almost completely clear, allowing one to see to the bottom of the lake. The water never completely freezes, so even in winter strays can find a quick drink of water at this rumored magical waterfall.

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