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The World of BROOD
In 17th century France, we see a growing empire encroaching on its bordering nations. Spain is among the first to be invaded.
Before the discovery of Roma, Europe was at war. France's royalty was driven south, hiding from the dangers of war. During that time, war subsided and the current king discovered Roma. Only then did he return to his people.
When the war ended, France was left devastated with no central rule to govern the land. Bandits reigned and sovereigns of other nations knew this, imposing high tariffs on farmers exporting their goods. A rougher, more hostile lifestyle became necessary. This pleased the king.
He took out-of-work farmers and their families to Roma, and had them mine in the iron mines he found there. Bringing steel back to France, he spurred on the turmoil of his people, ensuring they would stay enraged, and would become indebted to him.
A French general (left) and two captains (right)
French soldier
History
Writer's Notes
Imperialism was always going to be coupled with Rome for this story. They are towers that our heroes must overcome. France needed a conduit to strengthen its already existing precedent of colonialism and oppression. Rome served as an effective conductor.
Aesthetically, Rome has famously served as militaristic and imperial. The vast spread of Roman architecture across Europe has always exhibited a great sense of lost power. This footprint was one of the cornerstones of France's look and feel in BROOD.
Rome also has historical precedence in France. In the Revolution of 1789, Roman art inspired a large amount of protest art, such as Jacques-Louis David's The Death of Marat (left), which borrows its pose from Roman reliefs made to honor fallen heroes.
