New Eridu Settlers Guide
The New Eridu Settlers Guide is a publication for new players to help them get started in the game. The guide is written by the City Administration and has multiple volumes, each covering different aspects of life and survival in New Eridu amidst the ongoing disasters and threats posed by the Hollows.
Three volumes have been released.
Volume 1: Survive in A Hollow
This volume covers essential survival tips in the hazardous conditions of New Eridu, detailing the threats posed by monsters, an unknown corruptive substance, and individuals who have been adversely affected by these elements
Transcript
Let's reacquaint ourselves with the Hollows.
Hollows are an apocalyptic-level disaster, an abnormal spherical dimension that appears out of thin air swallowing everything they touch. The internal space-time environment becomes disorderly due to unknown influences, and dangerous mutant creatures known as the "Ethereal" are produced. Ordinary people lost in the Hollows face not only the horror of being attacked by monsters, but have to risk the corruption and eventual mutation.
However, citizens need not worry! New Eridu has fully mastered the technology to control the Hollow disaster! It even has the ability to extract valuable Ether from the Hollows. New Eridu is a miracle in an age of Hollow disasters, and should be everyone's only choice!
Are Hollows dangerous?
Good question! That depends on who you are. Are you a member of the Hollow Investigative Association? Haha, then how could your "office" be dangerous! Are you a Hollow Raider? Hollow (x) Treasure trove (√)! Are you an Ethereal? Wow... Then welcome home! Are you an ordinary citizen? Then please refer to the info below.
What's inside a Hollow?
- Monsters that attack all foreign living creatures.
- An unknown substance that is as ubiquitous as air, with great potential as a resource, but also mysteriously corruptive.
- Those unlucky enough to be corrupted by the above, slowly mutating and gradually losing their conscious thoughts.
- Lawless Thugs. Yes, there are criminals in the Hollows. They are beyond hopeless.
- Hollow Raiders, Proxies, and just the insane. Those crazy enough to not be afraid of the dangers of the Hollows, they are also, beyond hopeless.
- Personnel of official agencies. The only saviors.
＝ Hollow Survival Tips ＝
- Stay where you are. Remember, the space inside a Hollow is disorganized and disordered.
- Find a safe place and wait for rescue.
- If you are spotted by an Ethereal, The Corrupted, or other dangers and have to flee, do so in a direction where the air feels easiest to breathe.
- Please trust the officially accredited Investigators of the Hollow Investigative Association, and do not associate with "Proxies" or "Hollow Raiders".
Volume 2: The City Life
This volume addresses the lifestyle and conditions of living next to the Hollows in New Eridu, aiming to ease the fears and concerns of the newcomers by explaining how co-existence is possible in this unique city
Transcript
Your new life living next to the Hollows!
Hollows can be found in New Eridu, quite a few of them. Wait, don't start screaming, there's no need to panic! Living next to a Hollow is the hallmark of this miracle city!
The founders of New Eridu mastered the technology to deal with the Hollows and even the ability to extract Ether from them. The entire city's prosperity relies on this precious resource, a magic exclusive to New Eridu!
A Colorful Metropolis
Hospitality, openness, and freedom are the foundations of New Eridu, where disaster refugees, the displaced, and survivors from other settlements can find a home!
It's this colorful mix of people that has created a diverse urban environment, where you can see both the wonders forged by Ether technology, and the remaining remnants of the old civilization.
Just don't mess with the gangs, Hollow Raiders, crazies, or conspirators, avoid Hollow disasters and follow the instructions, and New Eridu will give you the perfect life experience!
Slow Life in the City of Wonders
Are you curious about the development of Ether technology? Do you miss the old civilization? Do you want to return to the hustle and bustle of urban life? Or just want to stay safe in these disaster-filled days?
No problem! New Eridu can satisfy your every desire! Take Sixth Street for example, where you can find vintage music stores, video stores, classic stores, a ramen shop, and an arcade... Even in a world surrounded by disaster you can live life to the fullest!
＝ New Resident Tips ＝ To get started in New Eridu, you'll need to prepare the following:
- Give yourself some time to adjust to your new life.
- Physical condition ready to deal with any unexpected situations.
- The strong mental capacity to live aside Hollows.
- Time to stroll around and get to know the city.
Volume 3: The Bangboo
This colume introduces an intelligent device unique to New Eridu, the Bangboo, which is described as an indispensable helper in the daily life of New Eridu's citizens.
The Bangboo are small-sized devices that are integral to the city's lifestyle, assisting the inhabitants in adapting to their new environment.
Transcript
Small body, big helper!
When you walk down the street and see a small figure making "enn enn" noises, don't be alarmed. It's just a Bangboo — an intelligent device unique to New Eridu. Bangboo are only around knee-height in size, but they're indispensable helpers in New Eridu's daily operation. After years of research and development, Bangboo are widely and comprehensively used in many scenarios. Many factories also provide customization services to allow for specific Bangboo functions for different groups of people.
What can Bangboo be used for?
Bangboo were originally created to assist New Eridu residents with evacuation in Hollow disasters. When a Hollow occurs in New Eridu's residential areas, Bangboo will immediately receive disaster information and evacuation guidance from the public network, and help people around them avoid the hazard-prone areas.
Now, thanks to technological advancement and emerging diverse needs, Bangboo have evolved from simple helper intelligent devices for disaster avoidance to more comprehensive and versatile intelligent individuals. Some pro version Bangboo even go deep into Hollows with Investigators and help with various operations.
A Bangboo's Self-Introduction
- Enn Ennen!
(Please read the enclosed instruction manual carefully before use.)
- Ennnnennnn, ennn! Enn!
(Please purchase us through official channels. Do not buy illegally modified Bangboo! We can not guarantee your safety if you use such models!)
- Nennnennn, ennn enenen, ennnen!
(If we suddenly start making unpleasant noises, moving slowly, or if the screen on our faces starts to blink, please find a charging station and charge us immediately.)
- Ennenn, ennnenn nnnneeen, enenen!
(If you see us walking alone on the street, please don't try to take us home. It is illegal to steal Bangboo!)
- Ennennn! ❥(^_-)
(Precise translation failed, possible meaning: cute, bye-bye, that's it, I'm done)