Second Eve: The former autocratic ruler of Oas, whose monolithic reign was

characterized by rigid control and the suppression of individual choice.

Oas: The world and its inhabitants, now emerging from the era of the Second Eve into

a period of self-determination.

Lumina-crystals: A rare mineral found in the western mountains, capable of storing

and emitting light for extended periods, crucial for underground settlements.

Resource Council: A representative body formed in the western mountain

communities to oversee the extraction, refinement, and distribution of critical

resources.

Matriarch: A term sometimes used to refer to the Second Eve, or in the context of the

plains dwellers, respected elders who guide communal decisions.

Cadres: The disciplined enforcers once loyal to the Second Eve.

Restorative Justice: A system of justice that focuses on repairing harm and

reintegrating offenders into the community, rather than solely on punishment

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