Author: Melanie Kondo

The Medici principality was struck by an enigmatic illness in 421 LCE that devastated the region. The disease began with mild fever-like symptoms and eventually progressed to severe third-degree burns, dark spots on the skin, yellow eyes, teeth, and skin, along with seizures, hallucinations, and even possible death. It was highly contagious and did not discriminate, affecting everyone regardless of age, gender, and social status. As the outbreak continued, rumors circulated that it was not a natural phenomenon but rather a curse sent by one of the gods in the form of a plague. Kempe, the King of the Gods,…

During our exploration of Arcadia, we encountered peculiar celestial objects in the skies, which we initially referred to as stars. These objects, numbering around 1,000 as far as we could estimate, are small, radiant, and circular. They are not stars in the traditional sense and are found at various distances from Arcadia. Surprisingly, they were not mentioned much in the Arcadian Echoes and are not present in the Underworld. In an effort to better understand these celestial objects and involve Earth’s artistic community, we initiated a unique project in 2021 that invited artists from diverse backgrounds to create works of…

In 184 LCE, a devastating plague known as Bloodfire struck the land of Arcadia, wiping out its inhabitants and leaving only a few survivors. Recently, NeoWorlder’s research team discovered stone tablets during an excavation in Royaume de Satoshi. These tablets, inscribed in the Loeic language and deciphered by the LX1 rover, revealed the tragic story of the Bloodfire plague and its catastrophic effect on Arcadia. The stories of this past civilization written on stone tablets are now referred to as “Echoes.” Bloodfire destroyed most of Arcadia’s biological population, leaving only a few survivors who became infertile as a result. Skilled…

Moischa, a man of Arcadia, had one ambition that surpassed all others: to have a family. Consistently, he prayed to Kempe, the god of civilization, for his wish to be fulfilled and often fantasized about the joys of parenthood. His request was eventually granted when he was blessed with a son he cherished more than anything else. Moischa dedicated himself to teaching and preparing his son for the obstacles life would bring, instilling in him the core values of hard work, honesty, and kindness. One day, Moischa received a vision that commanded him to ascend Mt. Hermes, the second-highest peak…

The pursuit of knowledge is admirable, yet balance is essential. Ignoring other aspects of life can have harmful outcomes, as exemplified in the tale of Absolum. His search for knowledge led him to an infinite abyss. The LX1 rover in Royaume de Satoshi, Arcadia, detected echoes of the narrative of an intelligent Arcadian child, Absolum, the son of Viss and an anonymous Arcadian father. Absolum, who originated from Royaume de Satoshi, was gifted his intelligence from his mother, the goddess of intelligence. He was inquisitive and continually sought out new knowledge. Finally, his inclination for learning drove him to a…

In the Royaume de Satoshi, located between the majestic peaks of Mt. Merope and Mt. Aphrodite, lies a stunning valley that descends towards an inland waterway. Tales passed down through the ages tell the valley’s remarkable origin story. The legend speaks of a stone giant, not as immense as a Titan, but still a formidable creature unseen before in Arcadia, that emerged from the depths of the mountains attracted by the clamor caused by the Arcadians and dwarves. Its rampage caused fear among the Arcadians. Upon learning of the giant’s onslaught, Kempe, the god of civilization, valiantly attempted to defeat…

As the narrative of the Titans’ attempt to seize control of Mt. Persephone, the peak of the gods’ vantage point over Arcadia, continues, the Titans – Ohaku, Wihha, Isati, Nehfasi, and Sotetseg – moved forward with their scheme when the gods were inattentive. The ground trembled from the force of their movements as they climbed the mountain, believing that a great victory awaited them. The gods became aware of their plan when the Titans reached the summit. Kempe, the god of civilization, expressed his outrage and questioned why they sought to trespass on the gods’ domain. However, the Titans, renowned…

After discovering Arcadia, we developed advanced research equipment to explore this parallel world. LX1 was created remotely and sent to prospect the land and gather data to assist the research team in piecing together the story of Arcadia. Our objective is to gain a deeper understanding of Arcadia from various perspectives, including its history, culture, science, and geography. Through analyzing the echoes of Arcadia, our research team has uncovered that the land was once home to a thriving civilization with a functional economy and rich culture. However, a devastating virus wreaked havoc on biological life, resulting in the extinction of…

We made a startling discovery during a recent expedition to explore the skies of Arcadia, E1, Einvaldi’s small spacecraft. Upon closer inspection, it detected an unusual rock mass hovering in the air, which revealed buildings built upon it. This captivated our curiosity, and we delved deeper into the mystery. Here are 3D models of the structure we discovered in the sky. We used Kestrel Ex’s drone equipped with Lidar and DOF cameras to capture images of this rock mass. We found that the echoes of the northern region of the Great Empire documented the gods’ resilience and determination to protect…

One of the most moving stories in the Arcadian Echoes is the tale of Xbysl, which highlights honesty, integrity, and the power of truth. This narrative revolves around a hardworking woodsman who makes a living by cutting down trees in the forest. He is equipped with an old, weathered axe that he cherishes and sharpens regularly. The woodsman is filled with despair when his axe head falls into the river. At this moment, Ver, the God of Water, appears and offers help, sensing the genuine honesty in the woodsman’s eyes. Ver dives into the river and emerges with a beautiful…