Impport

Impport, also known as Port Imperial, is a major city and metropolitan area located on the northeastern shores of Barceto Prefecture, just ten miles south of the eastern gates of the Hattaro Straits in Auresia. The city remains a prosperous trade center, home to the Imperial Maritime Institute, the Imperial Exchange, and one of the largest active ports in the world. It holds a significant place in Auresian economic activity and is one of the world's most prominent economic centers. Impport is often referred to by the nicknames "City that Never Sleeps," "City of Ships," and "City of the Titan."

History

In its pre-empire days, before becoming a port city at the heart of the new empire, Impport was known as Arenone and served as the largest port and capital city of the minor kingdom of Cosemini. During that time, the city flourished as a bustling hub for shipping, commerce, trade, and exchange. Upon the formation of the Empire, the capital shifted to Cedelphia, and the former capital cities of the three kingdoms, including Arenone, became major cities within the empire, now named Impport or "Port Imperial."

During the Pan-Anarian War, Impport played a significant role, enduring decades of urban guerrilla warfare. Nearly 200,000 Auresians lost their lives in the effort to dislodge the forces of Helreich from the city. The Titan statue, an emblematic monument, stood strong amidst the conflict. As of the current date, the Impport metropolitan area boasts a population of over 4.4 million.

Sites of interest

Impport stands as a testament to Auresian business acumen, free market prosperity, and vibrant energy. This sprawling metropolis boasts diverse architecture, rich history, and countless opportunities. It is a popular destination for foreign tourists seeking high-end shopping, exotic foods, and unique goods.

Impport Harbor, Ponte di Copero Bridge, the Grand Fortress, and the Imperial Stock Exchange are among the city's notable sites of interest.

Government

Impport is governed by a metropolitan council with 25 members. They are elected by the citizens of the city to a four-year mandate. The lord mayor is selected from among the council's members by secret ballot and serves a term concurrent to that of the council itself.

Utilities

As the empire's largest city, Impport's maintenance is facilitated by an extensive network of maintenance corridors for electricity, water, heat, and gas. Underwater drainage tunnels, pumps, and diversions ensure safety against flooding.

Transportation

Transportation within Impport's districts involves motorbikes, bicycles, buses, an elevated train system, a trolley network, and a metro system. Train service into and out of the city passes through Central Imperial Station.

Defenses

Impport falls under the territorial responsibilities of the armed forces assigned to the defence of the Hattaro Straits due to its role as the eastern gate of that strategic waterway. The transit police safeguard the city's port, metro, and rail stations, while forces of the 1st Fleet are berthed at the Impport Naval Yard. The Grand Fortress, a symbol of Auresian dominance, was damaged during the Pan-Anarian War but has since been repaired and upgraded to include modern defences.