Near the ocean coast lies the capital, “Onion.” It is known for its numerous floating gardens and aqueducts, where crops are grown hydroponically.

• In the deserts, the Karani have built enormous airships so they are no longer exposed to the dangers of the sands.
• In the subpolar regions, cities are typically constructed on terraced mountainsides or even carved directly into the mountains themselves.
• There are smaller cities in the temperate zones, built along rivers.
• Along lakes and coastlines, there are numerous fishing villages.

Karani Airships

Karani Airships are primarily made of bamboo constructions that are covered with nets. On these nets, the Karani cultivate floating tubers that produce lifting gas. Over time, the tubers root through the entire structure, allowing it to float like a zeppelin.

For centuries, the Karani have perfected the cultivation of these tubers - which normally grow underground - in order to escape the hostile conditions of the desert. However, the tubers require extensive care to thrive.

Since there is no natural water source aboard the ships, the inhabitants can unfold huge mist nets as water collectors. At night, mist condenses on the nets and is collected in water reservoirs. From these containers, a system of bamboo pipes leads into the lush gardens, irrigating them.

The airships are equipped with rudder and sail constructions to avoid collisions in emergencies. A landing platform for griffons is usually located at the stern of the ships.

Typically, multiple airships band together to form caravans.

Small Karani airship base construction

Tapine Adobe Houses

Tapine houses are built on bamboo-frame foundations and covered with adobe.

This construction method allows them to withstand the extreme temperature fluctuations of the deserts. The adobe structure absorbs the intense heat of the sun during the day and releases warmth at night.

Tree Dragon Temples

Since the Tapine revere tree dragons, they dedicate large temples to them as places of rest, supporting the dragons during their long journeys across the deserts of Aritudo.