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1. Due to past and ongoing hostilities between the western and southeastern portions of the continent, as well as racial tensions within what used to be known as the “United States,” we recommend you do not refer to the South Coast Protectorate as such—the locals tend to become upset, and violent, when reminded of their protectorate status. Instead, use the local nomenclature and describe the city as Ditchtown! It’ll make you feel like a local, and you can take in the scenic waterscape sights without too much fear of a stabbing!

2. Since the Church of Christ Ascendant, the local governing body, is strictly isolationist, members of the South Coast Protectorate (Ditchtown) do not look on their leaders with much favor. In all cases, they will refer to members of the CCA as “gummies,” a local slangword. Anecdotally, it is believed that “gummies” arose from the accents of the CCA when referring to the word “government,” which they appear to pronounce “gummint.” Strangely, many members of the CCA security forces also refer to themselves as “gummies,” so don’t feel like you will offend by using the term!

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