Zaun: The City of Iron and Glass, League of Legends' Dark Industrial Undercity
Here's a more concise and informative rewrite focusing on the key aspects of Zaun:
Zaun is an industrial undercity district located beneath Piltover, known as the City of Iron and Glass. Once united with Piltover, it now exists as a separate but symbiotic society characterized by its toxic environment, technological innovation, and vibrant culture.
Key Characteristics:
- Located in deep canyons and valleys beneath Piltover
- Perpetually shrouded in chemical smog known as "Zaun Gray"
- Known for unrestricted technological development and black markets
- Home to innovative but dangerous research and experimentation
City Structure:
- Promenade Level: Upper level with markets and commercial zones
- Entresol Level: Middle level with trading posts and workshops
- Sump Level: Lowest level with factories and toxic waterways
- Connected by hexdraulic conveyors and gondolas
Culture & Technology:
- Emphasizes personal freedom and technological progress
- Known for chemtech: chemical-powered machinery and augmentations
- Thriving black market economy
- Home to influential Chem-Barons who control various industries
- Strong tradition of industrial innovation and scientific research
Notable Features:
- Industrial architecture mixing iron lattice work and stained glass
- Extensive network of pipes and ventilation systems
- Cultivairs: isolated greenhouses maintained by wealthy citizens
- The Zaun Gray: toxic atmospheric pollution requiring breathing apparatus
Relationship with Piltover:
- Serves as industrial complement to Piltover's merchant economy
- Shares trade routes and technological development
- Maintains tense but cooperative relationship
- Many resources and goods flow between the two cities
Green potion bottle with Zaun crest
Piltover-Zaun dual city emblem
Dark industrial Zaun cityscape at night