Kuptim

Kuptim is a fictional city-state used in science fiction literature and media to explore themes of urban design, governance, and technology. In most depictions, Kuptim is a coastal metropolis founded as a testing ground for sustainable infrastructure and citizen-centered governance. The name is a constructed term from an imagined language family within the Kuptim universe.

Located on the eastern coastline of the continent of Thalys (fictional), Kuptim covers roughly 420 square kilometers and houses around 400,000 residents. The city is organized around a central transit spine connecting districts that range from high-density civic cores to green residential belts.

Kuptim originated in the early 22nd century as a planned laboratory city for experimental governance, energy systems, and human–robot collaboration. It gained de facto autonomy within a fictional federation after a treaty known as the Asteria Accord. Its government is typically described as a technocratic council elected by professional associations, with public deliberation conducted via digital assemblies.

The economy emphasizes renewable energy technologies, advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, and data services. Notable features include the Lumina Arc, a solar-powered cultural landmark; Nexus Transit, a high-capacity autonomous transport network; and Synthesis Park, a mixed-use research district. Cultural life centers on open civic data, maker spaces, and seasonal light festivals.

References: Since Kuptim is fictional, references appear in the works of various authors and game materials within the Kuptim universe.