Welcome to Chromatika
Overview: Chromatika is a nation composing of a group of islands located in the far northeast of Anaia. There is the main island of Chromatik Island itself, Urrhed Island to the southwest, Myana Island to the northwest, and the Wilderness Preserve of Dorri Island to the northeast.
History: The tale of Chromatik history is one filled with mystery, wonder, tragedy, and determination to make something that is better.
Chromatika one day popped into existence by mysterious forces that have since been identified as a group of extraplanar angels known as The Enlightened Ones. It's still unclear where the populace came from. The Chromatik Party held sway over the land, implementing its seven-color caste system, until the Rainbow Revolution happened, led by the Chromatik National Team in World Cup 75. This resulted in the first Manager of Chromatika - Franscesca Larriet-Cortes - being martyred.
A group of revolutionaries called the Shadow Writers were able to gather elements of the Chromatik Army, Air Force, and Navy to overthrow the Chromatik Party. Alina Krasnikova, one of the leaders of this movement, was the first Premier. Chromatika then ran into another hiccup when the time of the first democratic election came, with the Checkers Party, formed by a lot of the remnants of the Chromatik Party, tried to take control of the election. Aided by one of the Enlightened Ones, the Rainbow Party was able to, with help with their Atlantian Oceanian neighbors, stop the forces behind the Checkers Party and ensure a safe election.
Recently, the Chromatik government is led by a wary coalition between the Rainbow Party and the New Light Party, with another election looming on the horizon. The country remains divided in matters of welfare, reparation, divide caused by the previous caste system. Sport remains one of the biggest things that draw the country together - and gridiron is one of its favorites.
Cultural Notes: While visiting Chromatika, please observe the following:
Transportation: Chromatik highways aren't very wide - two lanes per side at most. There is a very expansive railroad system that was originally used for troop movement, but is has been refitted to serve the everyday citizen. A subway system and a bus system in the bigger cities have also been established. Franscesca Larriet-Cortes International Airport is also not very big, only serving regional flights. For the tournament, the nation will be accepting team planes to land, but it'd be best if you flew to Quebec City, Cathair, Jhanna, or Villeneuve first. Ferries run from the Islands of Myana and Urrhed to and from the main island on the hour.
Ticketing and Visas: All visitors with a valid ticket will get a two-week visa that includes the match that they will be attending. For those attending multiple matches, they will be allowed to stay up to three days after the latest match or two weeks, whichever is longer. Tickets will be distributed as follows: 35% to each nation partaking in the match, 10% to Chromatiks, 15% to people from other nations, and the remaining 5% to be included with any of the tickets that aren’t sold by a predetermined point in time (usually 3 days before the match).
For matches featuring the Chromatik National Team, the distribution is a bit different: 45% for Chromatika, 30% for the visiting team, 20% to people from other nations, and the remaining 5% to be included with any of the tickets that aren’t sold by the predetermined point in time. Any press and dignitaries’ tickets will be counted among the residual 5%.
Also of note: ticket scalping (buying and selling tickets in front of the stadium to would-be buyers) is illegal in Chromatika. If you want to get a ticket in that fashion, make sure you are at least a mile away from the stadium, or don’t get caught. Otherwise, you will be fined and your ticket will be confiscated.
Laws: Chromatik legal code is a bit on the stricter side. The Chromatik Police, known as the CPD, are a well-trained, swift response group with a sizable presence. Chromatka does tend to side more on prevention than reaction. For an enjoyable stay, please note the following laws that visitors should be aware of:
- The legal age of purchasing and possession of liquor and tobacco is 18. Stores are required to card anyone that appears to be less than 25 years of age.
- The legal age of purchasing cannabis and other marijuana related products is also 18, and the limit of purchasing cannabis without a medical prescription is two grams per visit.
- The importing of any alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, or other drugs is illegal without declaration. With declaration, up to a liter of alcohol, two cartons of cigarettes, and three grams of cannabis can be brought in.
- Having multiple cars on a lane meant for one car is a finable offense, and the offending drivers’ licenses can be revoked.
- Jaywalking is a serious offense in Chromatika. If cited three times, the offender can face serious fines and jail time should they continue to offend. Don’t do it!
- As previously stated, ticket scalping is a finable offense that can lead to the ticket being confiscated.
- Foreign visitors cannot bring firearms or any kind of weapons into the country without a specific license and accompanying paperwork. Even then, the weapon must be disassembled and ammunition shipped separatedly.
- Foreign visitors are not allowed to bring more than 10,000 NSD or 25,000 NMS in cash into the country without proper declaration and accompanying paperwork.
- For any other questions about legal matters, please call 99 1133-4455, the Chromatik Legal Hotline, or visit chromatiklaws.en.cr.
Currency: The currency of Chromatika is the National Mark. the exchange rate is at a respectful 2.5 Chromatik National Mark per 1 NS Dollar. Cost of living is rather low in Chromatika, as the government provides most things through taxes. A bottle of water costs 1 NMS, a good meal about 7, and a new car around 24,000. Please come to Chromatika with all your currency changed to NSD, as we don't provide exchange services from other currencies.
Climate: Chromatika is a rather cold nation, with the average temperature being 65 F in the summer and down to 11 F in the winter. The northern parts tend to be colder, while Myana and Urrhed tend to be a bit warmer. There is a temperate jungle in Eyrods where the temperature can spike up a bit more. It doesn't rain much, but snows a fair bit; winds don't gust that much, either. Climate-wise, it's a rather cold, boring, land. The World Bowl is taking place in the late fall/early winter, which could lead to some inclement weather - please pay attention to the forecasts.
Language: The official languages of Chromatika are English, Korean, French, Mandarin, and Russian. The most commonly used one in English. Depending on where you visit, you can hear one of the other being spoken interchangeably. Most Chromatik peoples know at least three of the five languages, with one of them being English. Pockets of other language speakers do exist, but are more rare.
Cuisine: Chromatik food is usually spicy, filling, and served warm. There are a few cold dishes, but as the country itself is very cool/cold, Chromatiks prefer hot dishes. Korean, French, Chinese, and Eastern European cuisines are all available for consumption.
General Populace: The Chromatik people are respectful, polite, and usually keep to themselves. If you don't bug them, they won't bug you. That isn't to say that they aren't nice, as Chromatiks get by with most everyone. Just don't make fun of the past, don't make light the actions of the Chromatik Party, and enjoy your visit!
World Bowl 45: The VenuesMap courtesy of Tumbra Note: You'll often recognize that the Capacity of a venue and the Seats are different. That's because traditionally, Chromatik stadiums were also the place that people would go to in case of evacuation due to natural disasters. The Capacity is the number of people that can fit in the stadium comfortably; the number of seats is the number of actual seats that are available to view the football games. For the ones where seats aren't listed, Capacity indicates number of seats.Round of Sixteen: Heartland DistrictPùrPùr is the biggest city in the Heartlands, and was the capital of the District until it moved to Anfanhar a while ago. This is where most of Chromatika's farmland is located. It is from this district that the nation generates most of its domestic grains and livestock. Without Pùr, Chromatika would either starve or go even further into foreign debt. The people are a bit rough-and-tumble, yet cordial, and decency and courtesy is prized heavily in this area.
Venue: Riders' Arena (Cap. 35,210)
A small arena for a tight-knit bunch of fans. It's not a flashy stadium, but one that gets its job done, and a place that all Pùrites know about. The sun can play havoc while it's setting, though, so if you play here in the evening, be careful about that.
ScheduleR1: Drawkland vs. Abanhfleft
Anfanhar Anfanhar is known mostly for one thing: the country's only amusement park to date. AnfanWorld is an entity of much contention among the Chromatik populace as Anfanhar has passed quite a few laws to lower taxes being paid by the company just to keep it around. It's turned this town into a tourist town and given it much life - which led to it being the District Capital as of a few years ago. Anfanhar toes the line of the dichotomy of being a town for the visitor and a town for the resident well.
Venue: Dragon's Nest (Cap. 48,210)
Having the appearance of a literal nest, Dragon's Nest is a feat of engineering. It overlooks the tallest roller-coaster of AnfanWorld, and the parkgoers' happy screams can be heard even from within the stadium. The winds from the nearby hills can cause a bit of problem with the ball, but it's nothing that a seasoned player can't handle.
Schedule:R2: Kohnhead vs. HUElavia
Round of Sixteen: Rainbow DistrictLanarLocated at the Western side of the Rainbow District, Lanar was founded first, and is the older brother. Lanar is known for producing most of the nation's vehicles. Viper Motors (previously Imhar Automotive) is located there, being the only automotive maker of Chromatika. Being by the coast means a lot of foreign cars come through here as well. Of the three biggest cities in the District, Lanar has the most historical significance and appearance; its denizens carry that with pride.
Venue: Hawks' Nest (Cap. 112,000, 38,000 Seats)
The Hawks' Nest was made to resemble a bird's nest with the field being where the eggs would lie in a bird's nest. The sloping roof does bounce back sound onto the field making it one of the loudest venues in Chromatika.
ScheduleR3: Banija vs. TJUN-ia
SanarThe younger brother, Sanar is known for two things. First, it's where Z'ai'ai's lumber ends up to be turned into furniture. Second, it's where the headquarters of the Death Templars Law Firm is located. DTLF was the sponsor of the Chromatik League for many years and one of the biggest companies in Chromatika, helping now only settle law cases but also fund a lot of philanthropic efforts to aid the poor.
Venue: The Hive (Cap. 122,000, 42,000 Seats)
Don't go to The Hive unless you don't mind being a bit squished. It's the densest stadium, and was specifically designed that way to emulate a hive and how full it is of bees. The field is the most open part of the entire stadium, but the absence of a roof means you're at the mercy of the elements.
ScheduleR4: Ko-oren vs. Sarzonia
Round of Sixteen: Coastal DistrictPriaPria is at the northeastern coast of Chromatika, and is where the ferry to the Island of Dorri is located. Dorri is a wildlife preserve that doesn't have any cities, just an observatory for scientists. Besides being a research town, Pria also does some fishing and watersports. It is the surfing capital of Chromatika, as waves can get pretty high with a favorable wind, leading to ideal surfing conditions.
Venue: The Pack (Cap. 67,290, 19,000 Seats)
The Pack is one of the oldest stadiums in Chromatika, and its architecture has a nostalgic feel of a bygone age. There have been numerous attempts for Prian government to open a new stadium, but the fans have shot it down time and time again, claiming that their stadium does just fine. It is rather distinct from the rest, a glimpse into Chromatika's past.
ScheduleR5: Gyatso-kai vs. Cassadaigua
LhorLocated in the northeast corner of Chromatika, right by the ocean, Lhor was historically a whaling town, and now a place that is famous for its whalewatching tours. Otherwise, Lhor is famous for being the fashion Capital of Chromatika - although most of the modeling still happens in Chromia. A lot of young people live in Lhor because it's a small yet fashionable town.
Venue: The Cove (Cap. 51,265; 28,000 Seats)
What's not to like about this stadium? Located right by the ocean, with an aquarium across the street. Beautiful view of the ocean and the sunset. The focus of the town, the jewel of the city... It's a pretty place to be.
ScheduleR6: Chromatika vs. Quebec & Shingoryeo
Round of Sixteen: Myana IslandMyanaBiggest port city in Chromatika. Second biggest city in Chromatika. Naval headquarters of Chromatika. Second biggest fishing town of Chromatika. Tourist attraction. If Chromia is the heart of Chromatika, Myana is its soul - and it very well is aware of it, and proud.
Venue: Island Dome (Cap. 133,000; 35,000 Seats)
The Island Dome is located five miles from downtown Myana, towards the interior of the Island. It is in the shape of a boat to commemorate the naval forces, and there is a cannon that goes off every time the home team scores. (For the World Bowl, the cannon will fire every touchdown that is scored.)
ScheduleR7: Saint Kanye vs. Ranoria
EyrodsOne of the unexplained phenomenon of Chromatika is the climate of Eyrods, located on Myana Island. The Eastern half of Myana Island is a temperate jungle, teeming with wildlife and milder weather. Nobody is quite sure of why this is, but that is why Eyrods is the zoological capital of Chromatika. Eyrodi are appreciative of wildlife and have learned to coexist with it. The city itself is at the Coast, while the Jungle lies at the southern end.
Venue: The Jungle (Cap. 74,590, 26,000 Seats)
The greenest stadium in Chromatika, and we're not just talking about the color scheme. The stadium is made of recyclable matter - seats made of reused plastic, etc. It's a marvel of engineering and architecture, and it's not unusual to have birds fly over the stadium often. Don't worry - there's a clear roof that usually goes over it to protect you from anything that might fall from them.
Schedule:R8: Delaclava vs. South Newlandia
Quarterfinals: Urrhed IslandUrrheddiaoLocated at the southernmost point of Urrhed, Urrheddiao is the seafood capital of Chromatika. It is here that most of the fishing fleets call home, and over 85% of the nation's fish is caught here. The football culture is great here as well, as United started in the second tier and worked its way up to be one of the greatest teams within the nation before the league was disbanded. The fans are quite loyal here, and the rivalry with fellow Islanders Myana is something to watch.
Venue: United Center (Cap. 120,000; 28,000 Seats)
Initially, United owners wanted the stadium to be right by the water. However, safety concerns over the huge tidal waves in the winter forced the stadium to be about fifteen miles off the coast. The stadium can be transformed into a place where a lot of the city can take shelter in in the event of a tsunami or a typhoon, as it sits at the highest point on the island.
ScheduleQ1: R1 Winner vs. R2 Winner
StaramaraLocated on the northern half of Urrhed Island, Staramara has been called the Gridiron Capital of Chromatika, with so many great players graduating from its schools. They do very well in the Chromatik Football League (Gridiron), and the Staramara Tech University Lava have really turned out to be a handful for its opponents in the NSCF.
Venue: Johnston Memorial Stadium (Cap. 4,500)
This is the smallest venue to host a match in the World Bowl, but the fans that are lucky to be there will get one heck of a match. An old-fashioned field with modern additions, this is the dream venue of any true gridiron fan.
ScheduleQ2: R3 Winner vs. R4 Winner
Quarterfinals: Mountain DistrictFelswyrA town known for its ski resorts, a winter paradise. Felswyr is located about dead center of the Mountain District, right by Mt. Niai. It is known for tourism and for being the winter Capital of Chromatika. It is also where Felswyr State University is located - the home of the Firehawks.
Venue: Firehawks' Roost (Cap. 38,000)
This is the home venue of Felswyr State University, and regardless of who shows up, all the FSU diehards will be here, cheering on. The stadium is still very high above sea level - around 5,921 feet - and that could cause a problem for anyone who isn't used to the atmosphere. It's the typical collegiate stadium, with some Chromatik flair - and if the Iron Legion make it here, just watch out...
ScheduleQ3: R5 Winner vs. R6 Winner
Z'ai'aiLocated at the Southeast corner of Chromatika, Z'ai'ai is seated by Mt. Kùrn, the highest point in Chromatika, with elevation of 17,254 ft. It is a rare place where you can experience the mountain and the ocean at the same time within an hour's drive. Pronounced 'Zee-aye-aye", it's also the cuisine capital of Chromatika due to the variety of ingredients that are available from both the mountains and the ocean. A lot of mining is done at Mt. Kùrn, and logging is also done on a sustainable level and sent to Sanar to be turned into furniture.
Venue: Z'ai'ai Field (Cap. 113,000, 40,000 Seats)
The biggest stadium in the District, and an iconic stadium that boasts the view of the ocean and of the mountain on a clear day. The pride of Z'ai'ai, and a beautiful sight.
ScheduleQ4: R7 Winner vs. R8 Winner
Semifinal/Final: Capital DistrictAlnioAlnio is the technological capital of Chromatika, although it's right next to Chromatik City. Located just thirty-one miles East of Chromia, almost dead center of the Capital District, it is in Alnio that Black Raven Technologies is located. Alnio has lots of blue collar workers and used to be completely populated by Greens on the Chromatik Scale. Now, the city is busy with a lot of Red, Orange, and Yellow people being educated, along with some of the Blue, Indigo, and Violets who wanted to be scientists there to learn as well.
Venue: RCK Field (Cap. 100,400, 32,000 Seats)
RCK Field is a stereotypical football field in a nice stadium. The stadium surrounding the field has shopping malls built in it, and there is a huge food court as well. It is a technological marvel to behold.
Schedule:S1: Q1 Winner vs. Q2 Winner
Wirr TsiWirr Tsi, a city that is more towards the Mountain District, is where the Chromatik National Air Forceis located, with over sixty percent of the population being military. Besides being a military town, it's also where a lot of the armaments are manufactured. It's not a very exciting town, but an important one.
Venue: The Shock (Cap. 51,350, 18,000 Seats)
The Shock, home to the Wirr Tsi Shock, was built to house the Air Force's football team. It's not a very flashy stadium, but it was built rather recently, so it's state-of-the-art.
ScheduleS2: Q3 Winner vs. Q4 Winner
ChromiaChromia (previously Chromatik City) is the Capital of Chromatika and the seat of its government. The city is located ten miles east of the border with the Heartland and Rainbow Districts, and some of the suburbs of the city spill into the other two districts. It is in Chromia that the Rainbow Party now holds its power, and where Keri Wyse Aart serves as the Premier. It is also the site where most of the atrocities of the previous regime were committed, so it is a very historical and very conflicting site for most Chromatiks.
Venue: Capitalizt Dome (Cap. 144,000)
The crowning jewel of Chromatika, and the national stadium where international matches are usually held. It's your typical big-team stadium, home of the Chromatik Capitalizt. It is one of the few stadiums that are only used for football matches of both types. The national collegiate finals and high school finals are held here, too.
Schedule3PPO: S1 Loser vs. S2 Loser
D'reaA small town located a few miles from Chromia, D'rea is used mostly to house the overflow from Chromia. Though there are a few other neat things about the city, its function as the place where a lot of the Chromia working populace live makes it an important one.
Venue: Henza Center (Cap. 66,530)
This is the first stadium built in Chromatika for the purposes of Gridiron Football first. Soon to be the new home for the Chromatik Gridiron Squad and the Chromatik City Cyan, the Henza Center is an open-roofed, state of the art stadium built with a gridiron field in mind. The last World Bowl Final was held here, and everyone will be hoping to get back to where the Iron Legion calls home.
Schedule:Final: S1 Winner vs. S2 Winner