A towering, techno-organic structure reaching up towards a vibrant, neon-tinged sky, its gleaming spires and interconnected platforms creating a dizzying, maze-like cityscape.
A bustling street scene in the heart of Bastion, where citizens of all races and backgrounds mingle amidst a dizzying array of holographic advertisements, levitating transport pods, and the occasional flare of arcane energy.
An aerial view of Bastion, showcasing the contrast between the gleaming, hyper-advanced core of the city and the more rugged, off-the-grid districts sprawling out towards the horizon, with the towering silhouette of the Radiant Spire at the center.

The Bastion of Radia

Overview

The Bastion of Radia is a surreal, electric-fantasy world where the titular city of Bastion—'the only city that matters'—looms as a chaotic sprawl of technology, magic, and contradictions. Set during the post-industrial period, Bastion is a place where the boundaries between science and sorcery have blurred, where arcane energies power the futuristic infrastructure, and where a diverse array of races and factions vie for power, influence, and control over the city's limitless potential.

Plot

The story of the Bastion of Radia revolves around the power struggle for control of the city and the Radiant Spire, a towering structure at the heart of Bastion that serves as a nexus of arcane energy and technological innovation. As various factions, from the authoritarian Technocratic Order to the mystical Radiant Collective, clash for dominance, the player is caught in the middle, forced to navigate the treacherous web of alliances, deceptions, and ancient prophecies that could determine the fate of the entire world.

Characters

  • Ariana Solaris

    Ariana Solaris

    Protagonist

    Ariana Solaris is a brilliant young engineer and member of the Radiant Collective, a faction of mystics and technomancers who seek to harness the powe...

    Expert technomancer and engineerProficient in various arcane disciplinesSkilled in stealth, infiltration, and problem-solving
  • Zephyr Ironforge

    Zephyr Ironforge

    Ally

    Zephyr Ironforge is a gruff, no-nonsense dwarven engineer and member of the Technocratic Order, a faction that seeks to impose rigid control over the ...

    Expert engineer and mechanicSkilled in weapons and combatResilient and resourceful in the face of adversity
  • Karn Darkblade

    Karn Darkblade

    Antagonist

    Karn Darkblade is a ruthless and ambitious orc warlord who leads a faction of mercenaries and criminal syndicates vying for control of Bastion's under...

    Skilled warrior and tacticianAdept in the use of both conventional and arcane weaponsCunning and manipulative, with a vast network of informants and enforcers
  • Elysia Moonblade

    Elysia Moonblade

    Ally

    Elysia Moonblade is a high-ranking member of the Radiant Collective, a mysterious and powerful elven sorceress who wields the ancient magic of the Rad...

    Powerful arcane spellcasterSkilled in the art of divination and astral projectionAdept at channeling the energy of the Radiant Spire

Places

The Radiant Spire

The Radiant Spire

The Radiant Spire is a towering, techno-organic structure at the heart of Bastion, serving as a nexus of arcane energy and technological innovation. Its glowing, crystalline core powers the city's infrastructure, while its intricate network of platforms and chambers houses the most advanced research facilities, experimental workshops, and hidden sanctums of the city's factions.

The Undercity

The Undercity

The Undercity is a sprawling network of tunnels, sewers, and forgotten catacombs that sprawl beneath the gleaming towers of Bastion. Home to the city's criminal underworld, the Undercity is a lawless realm where gangs, smugglers, and rogue technomancers ply their trade, away from the prying eyes of the Technocratic Order.

The Radiant District

The Radiant District

The Radiant District is the heart of the Radiant Collective's influence in Bastion, a vibrant, arcane-powered neighborhood where the city's mystics, technomancers, and visionaries gather to exchange ideas, conduct research, and seek to unlock the secrets of the Radiant Spire.

Magic System

The Bastion of Radia is a world where the lines between technology and magic have blurred, creating a unique fusion of advanced machinery, cybernetic enhancements, and arcane energies. The Radiant Spire, a towering structure at the heart of the city, serves as a nexus of this power, providing the city with the energy and resources it needs to thrive, while also being the subject of intense political and ideological conflict.
Important Items
  • Radiant Shard

    Radiant Shard

    A shard of pure, crystalline energy harvested from the Radiant Spire, Radiant Shards are highly sought-after artifacts that possess immense power. They can be used to power advanced technologies, channel arcane energies, or even unlock hidden secrets of the city.

  • Chronos Gauntlet

    Chronos Gauntlet

    A rare and powerful technomantic device that allows the wearer to manipulate the flow of time, the Chronos Gauntlet is a closely guarded secret of the Technocratic Order. Those who wield its abilities can slow, speed up, or even freeze time, granting them a significant tactical advantage.

History and Culture

Noteworthy Events
The Technomantic Uprising - A pivotal event in Bastion's history, the Technomantic Uprising saw a group of ambitious engineers and scientists attempt to seize control of the Radiant Spire, using its power to reshape the city according to their own vision. The uprising was ultimately quelled, but the event left deep scars and fueled the ongoing power struggles between the city's factions.
The Radiant Cataclysm - An ancient, cataclysmic event that is believed to have shaped the very fabric of the Bastion of Radia, the Radiant Cataclysm is shrouded in mystery and speculation. Some believe it was a catastrophic arcane explosion that imbued the city with its unique energy, while others claim it was a pivotal moment in the world's history, with far-reaching consequences yet to be fully understood.

Key Organizations

The Technocratic Order
The Technocratic Order

The Technocratic Order is a powerful and influential faction in Bastion, with a vast network of resources, intelligence, and military might. They are the driving force behind the city's technological advancements, but their authoritarian tendencies and distrust of magic have made them the sworn enemies of the Radiant Collective.

The Radiant Collective
The Radiant Collective

The Radiant Collective is a secretive and powerful faction in Bastion, with a deep understanding of the city's arcane energies and a commitment to using them responsibly. They are the primary opposition to the Technocratic Order, and are driven by a desire to protect the city's diversity and autonomy.