Zadzwo

Zadzwo is a fictional city and regional hub created for a multimedia science fiction world. It appears across novels, games, and visual media as a dynamic setting intended to explore urban culture, technology, and social change. The name is presented as originating from a riverine language within the imagined landscape, and it is treated as a place with its own history and institutions rather than a real location.

Geography and demographics

Zadzwo sits on a broad river delta, with a dense urban core surrounded by mixed-use districts. The climate is temperate with seasonal rainfall. The metropolitan population is depicted around several hundred thousand to over a million, reflecting a diverse mix of cultures, languages, and backgrounds drawn from the story world.

History and governance

Founded as a trade settlement in the medieval period of the fiction, Zadzwo grew into a major port and innovation center. Its governance is described as a hybrid system combining a city council with an elected mayor and participatory planning processes. Open data practices and civic tech projects are emphasized in the narratives, highlighting transparency and citizen involvement.

Economy and culture

The economy centers on logistics, green energy, and digital services, complemented by research institutions and universities. Zadzwo is known for a cultural calendar that includes the Festival of Light and Sound, riverfront markets, and an architecture scene that blends sustainability with experimental design. The city is also portrayed as a space for refugees, artists, and technologists to collaborate.

Landmarks and transport

Notable elements include the Arc, a riverside promenade; the Great Bridge; an integrated tram network; ferries serving districts across the delta; and an underwater tunnel connecting key zones.