City of New Albion
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A beacon of progress rising from the Atlantic, New Albion, Maine is a city where history and innovation combine seamlessy into a city with deep historical roots and an eye on the future. Founded as a vital trading hub, it has evolved into a global center of finance, technology, and culture. Its skyline, a striking blend of Art Deco grandeur and cutting-edge design, reflects the city’s relentless drive forward.
Home to visionaries, artists, and pioneers, New Albion thrives on ambition. Its bustling streets hum with energy—where world-shaping deals are struck in glass towers, avant-garde performances captivate audiences, and scientific breakthroughs push the boundaries of possibility.
From the historic charm of the Old Wharf District to the neon-lit pulse of Zenith Plaza, New Albion is a city of contrasts, where the past and future exist side by side. Whether you're here to build, create, or explore, one thing is certain—New Albion is a city that never stands still.
Demographics
New Albion’s 997,210 residents reflect the city’s unique blend of history, industry, and innovation. As a global hub for finance, technology, and metahuman studies, its population is diverse, highly educated, and constantly evolving
Baseline Human : 94.5% (~942,170) – The overwhelming majority, including a mix of lifelong residents, immigrants, and ambitious professionals drawn to the city’s opportunities.
Novas: 0.7% (~7,000) – A relatively high concentration compared to other cities, due in part to Harvard’s C-MONSTER program and New Albion’s metahuman prison facility.
Other Metahumans: 4.8% (~48,040) – This includes genetically enhanced individuals, cybernetically augmented humans, and rare extranormal beings who have integrated into the city.
Upper Class (10%) – High-powered executives, tech moguls, Nova consultants, and old-money families concentrated in Halcyon Heights and the corporate towers of Zenith Plaza.
Middle Class (55%) – Professionals, entrepreneurs, and skilled laborers living in well-developed neighborhoods like Crownpoint and the historic Old Wharf District.
Working Class (25%) – Service workers, factory laborers, and artisans forming the backbone of New Albion’s economy, especially in industrial districts and Vanguard Bay.
Underclass (10%) – Struggling communities, including displaced families, undocumented workers, and those affected by economic shifts, particularly in the city’s neglected edges.
Population Breakdown
Ethnic & Cultural Diversity
Like most of New England, New Albion remains predominantly of North American and European descent, although recent trends toward globalism have imported significant populations from East Asia, South Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Large Immigrant communities are present in neighborhoods like Dominion Bay and Crownpoint, reflecting the city’s role as an international trade and finance hub. In all of these demographics, the city sports a growing Nova presence, concentrated near research institutions and corporate think tanks.Economic Distribution
Metahuman Influence
Novas and other metahumans play an outsized role in science, security, sports, and entertainment. While most strive for integration, others exist on the fringes, influencing everything from underground fight clubs to elite think tanks. The city’s new Nova containment facility on Blackrock Island has also drawn both scrutiny and admiration, adding an element of tension to the city’s social fabric. Despite its challenges, New Albion remains a city of ambition and reinvention, where the future is being shaped every day.Government
New Albion operates under a strong mayor–council system, balancing corporate influence, public interests, and national security concerns—particularly regarding its Nova population and metahuman prison facility.
Nova registration and oversight
Corporate influence on city policy
Housing affordability in high-tech districts
Security surrounding the Nova prison facility
New Albion Superior Court: Handles criminal and civil cases, including specialized Nova-related tribunals for metahuman crimes.
Federal Presence: The Department of Metahuman Affairs (DMA) and Project Utopia maintain offices in the city, often clashing over jurisdiction.
Nova Containment Facility: The high-security Nova prison is managed in part by **C-MONSTER and monitored by Project Utopia and federal agencies.
Executive Branch
Mayor: Elected every four years, the mayor is the chief executive, overseeing law enforcement, public policy, and city development. The current mayor (2025) is Eliza Calloway (Independent, 2nd Term) – A pragmatic reformist who ran on a platform of public safety, technological innovation, and Nova oversight. She is known for her uneasy relationship with both federal agencies and corporate powerhouses like Sterling Industries.Legislative Branch
City Council: A 15-member council, elected by district, managing laws, budgets, and urban development. Key Issues:Judicial System
Law Enforcement & Security
New Albion Police Department (NAPD): A well-funded force equipped with anti-Nova response teams and advanced surveillance. Corporate Security Forces: Mega-corporations like Sterling Industries and Aeon International employ private security, sometimes rivaling public law enforcement in influence.Corporate & Federal Influence
While democratically governed, New Albion is deeply influenced by corporate and federal interests, particularly in technological innovation, finance, and metahuman affairs. The Halcyon Pact, an informal alliance between city officials and industry leaders, ensures economic growth but often raises questions about corporate overreach. Despite these tensions, New Albion’s government strives to maintain order and prosperity, making it a city where politics, power, and superhuman forces collide.Infrastructure
New Albion is a modern metropolis built on cutting-edge technology, resilient urban planning, and layered transit networks, designed to accommodate both baseline humans and the small but influential Nova population. The city’s infrastructure reflects its status as a hub of finance, research, and metahuman affairs.
The Orion Line – A high-speed maglev connecting major districts.
The Underground – A vast, multi-tiered subway system.
SkyRail – An elevated light rail network, popular in the financial and tech hubs.
Aero-Taxis – Limited-use VTOL taxis for corporate and VIP clients.
The Aqueduct Project ensures fresh water via desalination and purification plants.
Waste-to-Energy Facilities process refuse into power for the city grid.
Tech giants like Sterling Dynamics and Aeon International have embedded proprietary systems within the city’s infrastructure.
C-MONSTER operates an encrypted metahuman research network, monitoring Nova-related activity.
Specialized police teams trained for Nova-related incidents.
Emergency Nova Protocols: Hospitals and first responders are equipped with Nova-resistant medical facilities and containment measures.
Transit
The New Albion Transit Authority (NATA) operates:Roadways & Highways
The Nova Loop
A reinforced highway system with special lanes for high-speed and Nova-compatible travel.Smart Traffic Management
AI-controlled signals and automated enforcement reduce congestion.Ports & Airports
Dominion Bay Seaport
A high-tech cargo and passenger terminal, facilitating global trade. - New Albion International Airport (NAIA): One of the most secure airports in the U.S., with special facilities for Nova-related security concerns.Energy & Utilities
Clean Energy Initiative
New Albion runs primarily on fusion power, tidal generators, and offshore wind farms, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.Sterling Grid
A next-gen smart power network, designed by Sterling Industries, integrating emergency metahuman energy dampeners in case of Nova-related incidents.Water & Waste Management
Technology & Communication
QuantumNet
A next-gen, ultra-secure internet infrastructure, with both civilian and classified networks.Surveillance & Security
The ARGUS System
A city-wide AI-monitored security grid, combines facial recognition, Nova-suppression protocols, and predictive policing, the ARGUS system is heavily policed by civil rights groups who fear its potential for abuse.C.A.S.T.O.R. & O.R.A.C.L.E.
New Albion’s infrastructure is maintained by two distinct artificial intelligences, each specializing in different aspects of city governance. Called C.A.S.T.O.R. and O.R.A.C.L.E. respectively, they work together to ensure the city functions smoothly, although their contrasting personalities and approaches can sometimes lead to tension.Corporate Influence
Emergency Services & Disaster Preparedness
NAPD’s Metahuman Response Unit (MRU)
Fortified Architecture
- Key structures use **damage-resistant alloys and adaptive shielding** to withstand Nova-related destruction. - The city’s core districts feature **reinforced evacuation zones** in case of major conflicts. New Albion’s infrastructure is a blend of ultra-modern convenience, corporate oversight, and security-driven design, creating a city that is both futuristic and tightly controlled.Great Seal of the City of New Albion, c. 2020
Districts
Midtown
The Heart of New Albion The financial and corporate hub, home to Sterling Tower, international banks, and elite business firms. Its central thoroughfare, Drake Street, is also the longest street in New Albion.Government Plaza
The political core of the city, housing City Hall, the New Albion Assembly, and various civic institutions.Crownpoint
A high-end residential and commercial zone, marked by art deco high-rises and old-money wealth.Coastal
Waterfront & Industrial ZonesVanguard Bay
A revitalized waterfront that runs along Drake Street, with marinas, luxury developments, and cultural institutions like the New Albion Opera House and The Halcyon.Dominion Bay
A historical district which was once the heart of the colonial city. Featuring cobblestone streets, old shipyards, and colonial architecture, it has become a mix of preserved heritage buildings and high-end shops, restaurants, and museums. Known for its Harbour Festival, celebrating the city’s maritime roots, yearly on the second weekend in July.Harbour District
– A working harbor filled with industrial docks, shipyards, and massive cargo depots for international trade.Old Wharf District
– A historic maritime district, now a mix of tourist attractions, crime-ridden neighborhoods, and revitalization projects.The Narrows
– A fog-shrouded maze of crumbling docks, hidden speakeasies, and black-market dealings.Residential
Where People LiveIndustrial & Technology
Innovation & Labour CentresUniversity & Scientific
Education & ResearchOutskirts & Wilderness Areas
Beyond the Urban CoreAssets
| SkyRail | A sleek, elevated train system running on maglev tracks, providing rapid, quiet, and energy-efficient transport between major districts, including the downtown core, Vanguard Bay, and Crownpoint. |
| Metro Line | An underground subway system with extensive coverage beneath the city, connecting residential neighborhoods to commercial and industrial hubs. Stations feature Art Deco designs, digital timetables, and robust security. |
| Electric Bus Fleet | A network of smart, self-driving electric buses offering reliable, eco-friendly public transport with real-time tracking and dedicated express lanes. |
| Ferry Service | High-speed ferries operate between Dominion Bay, Vanguard Bay, and the mainland, catering to commuters and tourists alike. |
| Cycling & Pedestrian Routes | Wide, tree-lined bike lanes and pedestrian-friendly zones encourage alternative transit, while a citywide bike-share program offers easily accessible rentals. |
| Smart Transit System | NATS is heavily automated, with contactless fare payments, real-time GPS tracking, and AI-assisted route optimization, making New Albion’s transit system a model of modern urban mobility. |
Founding Date
1570
Founders
Alternative Name(s)
The Bin, Nude Albino, Rip City
Type
Metropolis
Population
997,210
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