Universe

The Vrienden Universe is a semi-fictional historical setting that integrates modified and recontextualized elements of real-world history into a single continuous framework.

Setting

The universe spans from the fifteenth century to the present day.

It is primarily based on Earth, but includes additional planets within the same physical reality. Real-world geography is recognizable but may differ in specific ways. Coastlines, borders, and territories may vary. For example, additional islands exist near Fiji.

Real historical contexts may appear in altered form. These changes are part of the established reality of the setting.

Rules

The universe follows one continuous timeline. Events are cumulative and do not reset.

There are no parallel timelines. Different accounts represent perspective within the same shared reality.

Entities such as families, regimes, organizations, and states persist across time unless explicitly dissolved.

Geographic and planetary features are stable unless changed through documented in-universe developments.

All narrative material must align with established chronology and geography as documented in the Timeline and related reference pages.

Structure

The universe is organized chronologically into defined eras, each representing a dominant historical period. Era boundaries are approximate and indicate shifts in large-scale organization and control.

Historical development is generational. Authority, territorial influence, and institutional systems evolve through succession, consolidation, conflict, and reorganization.

Factions, families, and regimes are documented in the Factions section.

This wiki describes how the universe functions. It documents events, entities, and systems without evaluative commentary.