Haven

Overview
Haven is the central island of the Spiral Isles, and the seat of power for the entire nation. While not known for any particular export or significance, Haven remains as the headquarters of HEAVEN, the organization that functions as the Spiral Isles' government and military. As such, the military presence here is heaviest as opposed to the other islands within the region. Regular patrols and a fully-manned firebase ensure that the island is safe from any threats that the post-Divide era might bring.

Haven, true to its namesake, represents a sanctuary for all sorts of sapient species. While such topics might have proved to be contentious in a pre-Divide era, such is not the case in the post-Divide era. HEAVEN maintains a strict no-tolerance policy against racism; all species, human, subhuman or metahuman, are equal. This is effective in unifying the people towards more common goals, like survival.

The island is divided into three major climate regions; to the north is the Acaval Mountains, which hug along the northern border of the capital city, Neo Haven. The middle territory is composed of arid wastes, ravaged in the aftermath of the Divide. To the east is Firebase Enoch, a military garrison housing a branch of HEAVEN's military. To the west, Westwood; a small settlement at the south edge of the wastes. To the extreme south of the island is the port city of Cascadia, surrounded by the verdant Locaste Woods.

Neo Haven
At the heart of Haven, and Spiral Isles as a whole, is the walled fortress city of Neo Haven. Long ago, the city had been a place for outcasts and rejects; now, Neo Haven symbolizes peace and order in the new world. Not only is Neo Haven one of the most well-protected cities in Avashesh, but it also serves as the headquarters of HEAVEN, who act as the governing body and military of the Isles.

Westwood
The sleepy town of Westwood sits right on the border between the arid wastes and the more hospitable plains to the south. The town resembles something out of the wild west; half-constructed townhouses are stacked up in rows, typically made from wood or scavenged metal. In fact, most of the town was built from scavenged material, looking like a mish-mash of colors. Due to the proximity it has with the wastelands, Westwood is a popular stop for mercenaries and monster hunters, or anyone who doesn't want to be associated with HEAVEN.

Cascadia
The city of Cascadia rests on the southern edge of Haven, and as its name might suggest, it is home to the port that sees most traffic come in and out of the Spiral Isles. Set up as a layered city, each level descends further until reaching near sea-level at the harbor. High walls surround the outer edge, protecting the city from attacks that might come from the nearby forest. Many consider Cascadia to be one of the most beautiful locales in the Isles, with multiple fountains and waterfalls that shimmer brilliantly in the midday.

Firebase Enoch
As the forward operating base of HEAVEN forces, many of the Angels not stationed in Neo Haven are instead situated at one of the many firebases around the Isles. Firebase Enoch is the biggest of them all, being a walled fortress in the wastes of Haven. It can be seen for miles around, with spotlights cutting through the night to ensure that nothing escapes the might of HEAVEN. However, rumors abound say that it wasn't HEAVEN's first attempt at establishing a forward base.

Azenko Research Facility
Situated to an isolated island north of Haven, the Azenko Research Facility is a private R&D complex owned and funded by HEAVEN. Founded by HEAVEN's head researcher, Corneilus Typhus Azenko, the facility extends far into the depths of the ocean below. Presumedly, it had been constructed to study marine life and how it had been effected by the Divide. No one can say if this still holds true, as rumor has it that HEAVEN has lost contact with Azenko long ago.