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The Kinella Aerostat is an aerostat of lush greenery, bearing the most consecutive forest and jungle of any Badali region. Originally designed as a place of harvest and sustenance for the planet, it has long since departed its role when a ban on harvesting natural resources came into effect with the arrival of the Imperial Court. Recognizing the inspirational beauty of an agricultural ecosystem on a man-made system, yet entirely distinct from the interference of sentient life, it was designated a protected zone on a bill so old as to be practically unreadable. Since then, the encroaching wilds have gone unabated until formal lines for civilization were drawn up in only the last two or three generations by necessity.

Due to the lack of interference and pooling of the solar system’s most beautiful and interesting plants in a single space, the Kinellan greenery is rather unlike any other. It is primarily a single immense platform that tends to be larger than most countries of the non-elect on other worlds, kept aloft by not-quite-blimps, but magical clouds that hover both above and below the land to shroud it in a sort of mist and keep it from descending into the depths. It has long been suspected that powerful generators lie at the core of Kinella, but mining operations have and shall always be entirely forbidden. Speaking of forbidden things, hunting and killing of wildlife under any circumstance violates the land’s purpose and the culture that’s developed. Not because all life is sacred, but because preserving this life is an imperial decree, and is more important than any others. As such, Kinellans are known to import all animal products.

The cities and towns on Kinella are in designated zones along the edges of the land, teetering on the edge and often leading to smaller aerostats that technically are not a part of the mainland to get around the strict regulations in the region. The Imperial Court is as such, as is much of the largest city of Araku on the southern tip of the aerostat. 

It is known that the Empire’s loyal are mainly humans, and Kinella reflects that with the presence of the Imperial Court. About 80% of the population according to census data confirms this to be the case, while the remaining fraction of native inhabitants identify themselves as Yinasse.

Yinasse are distinct from humans in that they tend to form a hybrid between plant and animal. Remaining humanoid in shape and build while their body is weaved of plant cells and the associated materials that compose them. Often, Yinasse find their physiology keeps them from participating in the world in the same way that humans do, and they live in separate societies because of this. Because they technically fall under the imperial edict of protection on Kinella, they are allowed to live among the wilds despite their sentience. Not all of them do, but many communities of druids and peoples free from the structure of the Empire thrive among the abundant wilds in clans that tend to keep to themselves. They still reproduce sexually, making them ‘compatible’ with other mammals despite being unable to create offspring with them.

For the Yinasse, fire is abhorred and feared. Their myths claim that a great spirit of nature created them to represent its will to humanity, and aid them against the God of flame and industry. This mission has been a highly successful one within the sphere of Kinella, creating a fascinating dualism that had long influenced the land's culture and traditions, which focus around the question of what the balance should be between artificial construction and wildlife. Where one ends, and where the other begins. Tradition states that this should be based on needs, where the industry is prevented from becoming too strong by taking only what is necessary. Were it not for the inter-aerostat trade and tourism the land receives, it might be very poor indeed.

Human culture on Kinella is based on honor and warfare, quite unlike the Yinasse. Following the will of the Emperor as sacred and above all else, they have shaped industrial civilizations on the edges of the aerostat and warred among themselves many a time. Further details about their traditions can be found in the faith section, but they have always been one of the prominent militaries upon Badal and quick to force the will of the emperor on their peers. It is a wonder among them that the Imperial Satrap was not chosen as a member of the elect when the call was made, but they trusted in him to keep the best interests of the solar system at heart - even when it lead to their conquest at the hands of the Bironian Bulwark and their Glix allies. 

Having a strong tourist presence, safaris and other sightseeing activities are some of what Kinella is known for as well. Good food comes with the lush atmosphere, as private farming is granted an exception to the edict for sustenance that goes into famous local cuisines of salads and pasta dishes. Due to the heavy military presence and the lack of turmoil in the world, it can be considered a safe destination to bring the family as long as recent history does not shake things up too strongly.

Imperial Traditions are the culturally significant faith of Kinella. Until recently, they were also the only faith, now overcome by trends of Paragonism and Soul’s Expression.

These traditions manifested in the strict adherence to imperial code and near-worship of the empire. Through trade with the empire were the needs of the people met, and the identity of the governments that vied for control over the aerostat all fashioned themselves in their own image of the emperor. Leaders were called Imperial Satraps, and cities functioned similarly to the empire’s relationship to the elect does currently. The emperor will create decrees, and the elect obey. The most loyal and powerful help decide the direction of the empire, and those that disobey lose their legitimacy and are conquered. These traditions followed through in ceremonies and priorities, making having an extensive standing army a first priority so that they may defend the empire. Not only that, but the would-be elect known as the Duchies of Kinella fought among themselves with blade and magic. This fostered strong martial traditions, most effective and repelling outsiders.
 

To love and trust the guidance of the real Emperor was implicit and expected of all, and even today with these traditions entering the background the people still feel a fierce loyalty to the father of the solar system. Most spectacularly are the grand balls held each half-decade, in the ‘Emperor’s Summer Palace’, though the emperor has never been there. 

Paragonism has appeared to have gripped several of the magically gifted across Kinella, especially among the Yinasse people who practice magic as their foremost method of war and art. A school of thought come to be known as the 'Great Blossom' arose as a mix of Soul's Expression and Paragonism, wherein a prophecy is born of a Yinassi who will bring the beautiful flora of Kinella to distant worlds and make them lush paradises through her devotion. It will elevate her above all people, a new Empress beyond the great gap. This belief is very taboo, but also seems to have ingrained itself deeply in the people...

Due to harsh restrictions on farming and tampering with the abundant flora of Kinella, the potentially lucrative harvests of Kinella are forbidden to harvest. Potentially life saving medicines, beautiful fabrics, and exotic fruits all sealed away for the sake of tradition and environmentalism. What can be taken, however, are the flowers that fall from the Yinasse people throughout the region. As a willing gift or property to be sold by sentient flora, these flowers naturally grow, blossom, and fall every 2-3 weeks. They often happen to be multicolored blossoms, resembling lilies with greater ‘poof’ and grow from the heads in place of hair. Known as fine, seasonal decorations or edibles for salads, they cannot be regrown on other worlds and that makes them a valid export for the restrictive Kinellan economy. Fascinatingly, they happen to create significantly more oxygen than most other plants - making them a highly sought after aid for space travel and life support. Or better, just bring a Yinasse as crewman.

The Kinella Aerostat is an aerostat of lush greenery, bearing the most consecutive forest and jungle of any Badali region. Originally designed as a place of harvest and sustenance for the planet, it has long since departed its role when a ban on harvesting natural resources came into effect with the arrival of the Imperial Court. Recognizing the inspirational beauty of an agricultural ecosystem on a man-made system, yet entirely distinct from the interference of sentient life, it was designated a protected zone on a bill so old as to be practically unreadable. Since then, the encroaching wilds have gone unabated until formal lines for civilization were drawn up in only the last two or three generations by necessity.

Due to the lack of interference and pooling of the solar system’s most beautiful and interesting plants in a single space, the Kinellan greenery is rather unlike any other. It is primarily a single immense platform that tends to be larger than most countries of the non-elect on other worlds, kept aloft by not-quite-blimps, but magical clouds that hover both above and below the land to shroud it in a sort of mist and keep it from descending into the depths. It has long been suspected that powerful generators lie at the core of Kinella, but mining operations have and shall always be entirely forbidden. Speaking of forbidden things, hunting and killing of wildlife under any circumstance violates the land’s purpose and the culture that’s developed. Not because all life is sacred, but because preserving this life is an imperial decree, and is more important than any others. As such, Kinellans are known to import all animal products.

The cities and towns on Kinella are in designated zones along the edges of the land, teetering on the edge and often leading to smaller aerostats that technically are not a part of the mainland to get around the strict regulations in the region. The Imperial Court is as such, as is much of the largest city of Araku on the southern tip of the aerostat. 

It is known that the Empire’s loyal are mainly humans, and Kinella reflects that with the presence of the Imperial Court. About 80% of the population according to census data confirms this to be the case, while the remaining fraction of native inhabitants identify themselves as Yinasse.

Yinasse are distinct from humans in that they tend to form a hybrid between plant and animal. Remaining humanoid in shape and build while their body is weaved of plant cells and the associated materials that compose them. Often, Yinasse find their physiology keeps them from participating in the world in the same way that humans do, and they live in separate societies because of this. Because they technically fall under the imperial edict of protection on Kinella, they are allowed to live among the wilds despite their sentience. Not all of them do, but many communities of druids and peoples free from the structure of the Empire thrive among the abundant wilds in clans that tend to keep to themselves. They still reproduce sexually, making them ‘compatible’ with other mammals despite being unable to create offspring with them.

For the Yinasse, fire is abhorred and feared. Their myths claim that a great spirit of nature created them to represent its will to humanity, and aid them against the God of flame and industry. This mission has been a highly successful one within the sphere of Kinella, creating a fascinating dualism that had long influenced the land's culture and traditions, which focus around the question of what the balance should be between artificial construction and wildlife. Where one ends, and where the other begins. Tradition states that this should be based on needs, where the industry is prevented from becoming too strong by taking only what is necessary. Were it not for the inter-aerostat trade and tourism the land receives, it might be very poor indeed.

Human culture on Kinella is based on honor and warfare, quite unlike the Yinasse. Following the will of the Emperor as sacred and above all else, they have shaped industrial civilizations on the edges of the aerostat and warred among themselves many a time. Further details about their traditions can be found in the faith section, but they have always been one of the prominent militaries upon Badal and quick to force the will of the emperor on their peers. It is a wonder among them that the Imperial Satrap was not chosen as a member of the elect when the call was made, but they trusted in him to keep the best interests of the solar system at heart - even when it lead to their conquest at the hands of the Bironian Bulwark and their Glix allies. 

Having a strong tourist presence, safaris and other sightseeing activities are some of what Kinella is known for as well. Good food comes with the lush atmosphere, as private farming is granted an exception to the edict for sustenance that goes into famous local cuisines of salads and pasta dishes. Due to the heavy military presence and the lack of turmoil in the world, it can be considered a safe destination to bring the family as long as recent history does not shake things up too strongly.

Imperial Traditions are the culturally significant faith of Kinella. Until recently, they were also the only faith, now overcome by trends of Paragonism and Soul’s Expression.

These traditions manifested in the strict adherence to imperial code and near-worship of the empire. Through trade with the empire were the needs of the people met, and the identity of the governments that vied for control over the aerostat all fashioned themselves in their own image of the emperor. Leaders were called Imperial Satraps, and cities functioned similarly to the empire’s relationship to the elect does currently. The emperor will create decrees, and the elect obey. The most loyal and powerful help decide the direction of the empire, and those that disobey lose their legitimacy and are conquered. These traditions followed through in ceremonies and priorities, making having an extensive standing army a first priority so that they may defend the empire. Not only that, but the would-be elect known as the Duchies of Kinella fought among themselves with blade and magic. This fostered strong martial traditions, most effective and repelling outsiders.

To love and trust the guidance of the real Emperor was implicit and expected of all, and even today with these traditions entering the background the people still feel a fierce loyalty to the father of the solar system. Most spectacularly are the grand balls held each half-decade, in the ‘Emperor’s Summer Palace’, though the emperor has never been there. 

Due to harsh restrictions on farming and tampering with the abundant flora of Kinella, the potentially lucrative harvests of Kinella are forbidden to harvest. Potentially life saving medicines, beautiful fabrics, and exotic fruits all sealed away for the sake of tradition and environmentalism. What can be taken, however, are the flowers that fall from the Yinasse people throughout the region. As a willing gift or property to be sold by sentient flora, these flowers naturally grow, blossom, and fall every 2-3 weeks. They often happen to be multicolored blossoms, resembling lilies with greater ‘poof’ and grow from the heads in place of hair. Known as fine, seasonal decorations or edibles for salads, they cannot be regrown on other worlds and that makes them a valid export for the restrictive Kinellan economy. Fascinatingly, they happen to create significantly more oxygen than most other plants - making them a highly sought after aid for space travel and life support. Or better, just bring a Yinasse as crewman.

The Kinella Aerostat is an aerostat of lush greenery, bearing the most consecutive forest and jungle of any Badali region. Originally designed as a place of harvest and sustenance for the planet, it has long since departed its role when a ban on harvesting natural resources came into effect with the arrival of the Imperial Court. Recognizing the inspirational beauty of an agricultural ecosystem on a man-made system, yet entirely distinct from the interference of sentient life, it was designated a protected zone on a bill so old as to be practically unreadable. Since then, the encroaching wilds have gone unabated until formal lines for civilization were drawn up in only the last two or three generations by necessity.

Due to the lack of interference and pooling of the solar system’s most beautiful and interesting plants in a single space, the Kinellan greenery is rather unlike any other. It is primarily a single immense platform that tends to be larger than most countries of the non-elect on other worlds, kept aloft by not-quite-blimps, but magical clouds that hover both above and below the land to shroud it in a sort of mist and keep it from descending into the depths. It has long been suspected that powerful generators lie at the core of Kinella, but mining operations have and shall always be entirely forbidden. Speaking of forbidden things, hunting and killing of wildlife under any circumstance violates the land’s purpose and the culture that’s developed. Not because all life is sacred, but because preserving this life is an imperial decree, and is more important than any others. As such, Kinellans are known to import all animal products.

The cities and towns on Kinella are in designated zones along the edges of the land, teetering on the edge and often leading to smaller aerostats that technically are not a part of the mainland to get around the strict regulations in the region. The Imperial Court is as such, as is much of the largest city of Araku on the southern tip of the aerostat. 

It is known that the Empire’s loyal are mainly humans, and Kinella reflects that with the presence of the Imperial Court. About 80% of the population according to census data confirms this to be the case, while the remaining fraction of native inhabitants identify themselves as Yinasse.

Yinasse are distinct from humans in that they tend to form a hybrid between plant and animal. Remaining humanoid in shape and build while their body is weaved of plant cells and the associated materials that compose them. Often, Yinasse find their physiology keeps them from participating in the world in the same way that humans do, and they live in separate societies because of this. Because they technically fall under the imperial edict of protection on Kinella, they are allowed to live among the wilds despite their sentience. Not all of them do, but many communities of druids and peoples free from the structure of the Empire thrive among the abundant wilds in clans that tend to keep to themselves. They still reproduce sexually, making them ‘compatible’ with other mammals despite being unable to create offspring with them.

For the Yinasse, fire is abhorred and feared. Their myths claim that a great spirit of nature created them to represent its will to humanity, and aid them against the God of flame and industry. This mission has been a highly successful one within the sphere of Kinella, creating a fascinating dualism that had long influenced the land's culture and traditions, which focus around the question of what the balance should be between artificial construction and wildlife. Where one ends, and where the other begins. Tradition states that this should be based on needs, where the industry is prevented from becoming too strong by taking only what is necessary. Were it not for the inter-aerostat trade and tourism the land receives, it might be very poor indeed.

Human culture on Kinella is based on honor and warfare, quite unlike the Yinasse. Following the will of the Emperor as sacred and above all else, they have shaped industrial civilizations on the edges of the aerostat and warred among themselves many a time. Further details about their traditions can be found in the faith section, but they have always been one of the prominent militaries upon Badal and quick to force the will of the emperor on their peers. It is a wonder among them that the Imperial Satrap was not chosen as a member of the elect when the call was made, but they trusted in him to keep the best interests of the solar system at heart - even when it lead to their conquest at the hands of the Bironian Bulwark and their Glix allies. 

Having a strong tourist presence, safaris and other sightseeing activities are some of what Kinella is known for as well. Good food comes with the lush atmosphere, as private farming is granted an exception to the edict for sustenance that goes into famous local cuisines of salads and pasta dishes. Due to the heavy military presence and the lack of turmoil in the world, it can be considered a safe destination to bring the family as long as recent history does not shake things up too strongly.

Imperial Traditions are the culturally significant faith of Kinella. Until recently, they were also the only faith, now overcome by trends of Paragonism and Soul’s Expression.

These traditions manifested in the strict adherence to imperial code and near-worship of the empire. Through trade with the empire were the needs of the people met, and the identity of the governments that vied for control over the aerostat all fashioned themselves in their own image of the emperor. Leaders were called Imperial Satraps, and cities functioned similarly to the empire’s relationship to the elect does currently. The emperor will create decrees, and the elect obey. The most loyal and powerful help decide the direction of the empire, and those that disobey lose their legitimacy and are conquered. These traditions followed through in ceremonies and priorities, making having an extensive standing army a first priority so that they may defend the empire. Not only that, but the would-be elect known as the Duchies of Kinella fought among themselves with blade and magic. This fostered strong martial traditions, most effective and repelling outsiders.

To love and trust the guidance of the real Emperor was implicit and expected of all, and even today with these traditions entering the background the people still feel a fierce loyalty to the father of the solar system. Most spectacularly are the grand balls held each half-decade, in the ‘Emperor’s Summer Palace’, though the emperor has never been there. 

Due to harsh restrictions on farming and tampering with the abundant flora of Kinella, the potentially lucrative harvests of Kinella are forbidden to harvest. Potentially life saving medicines, beautiful fabrics, and exotic fruits all sealed away for the sake of tradition and environmentalism. What can be taken, however, are the flowers that fall from the Yinasse people throughout the region. As a willing gift or property to be sold by sentient flora, these flowers naturally grow, blossom, and fall every 2-3 weeks. They often happen to be multicolored blossoms, resembling lilies with greater ‘poof’ and grow from the heads in place of hair. Known as fine, seasonal decorations or edibles for salads, they cannot be regrown on other worlds and that makes them a valid export for the restrictive Kinellan economy.