Hover Vehicles
Overview
Hover vehicles are ground craft that use anti-gravity engines to maintain a stable height above the surface. They serve as the daily means of transportation for individuals, families, and organizations, ranging from affordable citizen models to luxury craft symbolizing prestige and authority
Operation
Hover vehicles float at heights of one to one and a half selm above the ground. They move easily over uneven terrain without requiring paved roads. Anti-gravity engines, combined with stabilizing systems, ensure smooth and silent travel
Speed and Range
Typical models reach speeds comparable to modern cars, while higher-end versions are faster and capable of covering long distances with minimal maintenance
Use
They correspond to the cars of the old world and are widely used for private, urban, and semi-rural transportation. They are also employed in commercial deliveries, military logistics, and the transport of high-ranking officials
Social and Economic Dimension
Affordable models are available to the middle class, usually via corporate loans. Luxury versions symbolize wealth and social status, preferred by executives, monks, or prominent individuals
Restrictions
Hover vehicles are usually subject to tracking systems recording every route. Travel outside designated zones requires special permits. High-end models feature enhanced logging and access to broader route networks without additional authorization
Variants
- City Hovercrafts: Small, fast, designed for daily routes
- Cargo Hovercrafts: Large, for transporting goods or groups
- Military Hovercrafts: Armored, rarely available to civilians
- Luxury Hovercrafts: Luxurious interiors and aesthetics, preferred by officials and elites
- Transit Hovercrafts: Family or group models for comfortable long-distance travel
Manufacturers and Brands
- Aerion: Modern, aerodynamic designs
- Duro: Durable, industrial aesthetic with low cost
- Selvaron Motors: Sleek vehicles for urban areas
- Thalmar Industries: Robust constructions, preferred by monastic orders
Common Terminology
The term Skaff remains common as a general designation for hover vehicles, originating from early manufacturers. High-end vehicles are often called Orivan, also known as “White Carriages” due to their characteristic white or silver finishes