A Totally Righteous Empire

The Empire of California - the most magnificent empire in the known world - is in disarray. Yet amidst this chaos Celestial Emperor Elton IV has called for a census so he may reform the land ownership, weakening the power of the warlords and improving the lives of the common people.  As you travel the tattered empire you will be the first vestige of Imperial authority many people have ever seen and it is likely that the faithful will call on you for assistance far outside the scope of your original mission. 

You and your party are Imperial Census Takers, working directly for the Celestial Emperor to carefully tally the population of his extensive empire.  You will travel the Empire, from the redwood forests of Jefferson, to the fertile farmlands of The Valley, the coasts of Gran Francisco, the deserts of Socal, to the southern tip of Baja and everywhere in between.   Though it may not be your intended mission, it is likely others will call on you for assistance as you wear the Ursine Ring - the symbol of Imperial authority. 

Your authority would allow you to oust corrupt prefects, enforce Imperial Law, or exert great powers to bring harmony to the realm.  While this may not be your original mission, the Emperor would surely look kindly on you ensuring the Balance of Earth and Heaven is restored and the Emperor’s Will fulfilled.

Comments, criticisms, and suggestions are greatly appreciated and can be sent to aurorafreepress@gmail.com.

This setting was originally designed for the After the End mod and its fanfork for Crusader Kings II.  The mod can be found on Steam, the Paradox Forums, or their own subreddit. Credit for much of the lore and themes is due to Ofaloaf, the original modder, 9Kbits, the current project leader, and the rest of the mod’s development team.  Full credits can be found in the PDF.