Skoczon

Skoczon is a fictional district created for speculative fiction and tabletop role-playing games. It appears in several novels and sourcebooks as a densely built, vertically oriented urban area on the rim of a plateau.

Etymology: The name is presented in-universe as a toponym derived from an old term meaning “to leap” or “to bridge gaps.” Real-world languages inspired the authors, but the term is treated as fictitious within the setting.

Geography and urban design: Skoczon comprises narrow terraces, stair-streets, and stacked blocks interconnected by gondolas and zip-lines. A central plaza known as Jumping Square hosts markets, performances, and civic projects.

History and economy: Founded in the late 19th century as a manufacturing quarter, Skoczon grew around ropeways and foundries. In current fiction, it is a hub for tech startups, artisanal crafts, and social innovation, with a cooperative governance model.

Culture and society: The district is noted for street art, mural festivals, and the annual Jump Festival, celebrating mobility and community. Its population includes makers, traders, students, and immigrants, with active community organizations.

In media and reception: Skoczon has been featured in multiple works by different authors, allowing readers to compare depictions of urban resilience and governance; it has inspired discussions on urban planning in online communities.