The First Official Directive (Newsletter) From SANDRIC

Official Directive From

S A N D R I C

Sanctioned. United. One.

YOUR FIRST LOOK AT SANDRIC

Welcome to Sandric, a world shaped by its five distinct territories, each with its own identity, strengths, and secrets. These regions aren’t just backdrops—they’re living, breathing entities that influence the characters, their choices, and the layers of corruption woven through the story.

THE FIVE TERRITORIES

BRAWN:THE IRON FIST

When you think of dominance, think Brawn. This militarized territory operates like a well-oiled machine, built on strength, discipline, and unyielding control. Its citizens are raised to serve the greater good—at least, that’s the story Brawn tells itself. Beneath the armor and precision lies an agenda that’s far more self-serving than patriotic.

TRUNTA: THE TECH TITANS

If it runs, tracks, or surveils, chances are Trunta made it. This territory drives Sandric’s technological advancements, creating the tools of progress and oppression alike. From simulations to power grids, Trunta administers the systems that bind the territories together. Its sleek, polished image masks a labyrinth of control—and a monopoly on the one thing no one can escape needing: energy.

DOBIA: THE SNOWBOUND FORGOTTEN

Dobia’s towering snowy mountains have shaped a people as unyielding as the peaks they call home. Isolated by nature, its citizens have honed their resilience and resourcefulness, thriving in a land where survival is no guarantee. While they value independence and quiet strength, beneath the calm exterior lies a simmering resentment—a silent rebellion against a system that takes without giving. In Dobia, strength isn’t just about power—it’s about endurance, adaptability, and the will to persevere against all odds.

SERTODA: THE ANCESTRAL SHORE

Sertoda, the largest territory in Sandric, is anchored by its sole access to the sea, which has shaped its identity for centuries. Its people are deeply rooted in traditions, honoring age-old customs that have been passed down through generations. While history runs through their veins, Sertodans also embrace emerging technologies with a careful, measured approach. In Sertoda, innovation doesn’t replace tradition—it complements it, ensuring that the past remains alive as they navigate the challenges of the future.

LIZON: THE FERTILE HEART

Lizon is defined by its sprawling landscapes and the strong bond its people share with the land. Known for their farming traditions, the Lizonians are fiercely protective of their crops, their soil, and their way of life. Despite their fertile lands sustaining the rest of Sandric, they remain largely removed from the political turmoil that engulfs the other territories. Their peaceful, self-sustaining existence is a quiet rebellion, a refusal to be swayed by the ambitions of the powerful, as they nurture both their agriculture and their independence.

As the territories prepare for The Sanctioning, tensions run high across Sandric. The struggle for survival has led to food rationing, with lab-grown alternatives taking over the shelves as an innovative solution. Energy control is now in the hands of the few, and forced blackouts have become an all-too-familiar experience. Beneath the surface, a silent oppression brews against those deemed “different,” a group whose existence is becoming increasingly intolerable to the powers that be.

In the next newsletter (SIGN UP HERE), we’ll delve deeper into these struggles and the leadership roles at stake in The Sanctioning. Without Light weaves together themes of conspiracy at the highest levels, trials that will force you to examine your own morals, loyalties that are anything but certain, and the rise of underground rebellions. With its rich layers of introspection, Without Light is bound to be your next thought-provoking read. Stay tuned.