[quote=@Rhymer]
Anyone done a Pseudo-Japan yet? Thinking of a traditional society trying to modernize rapidly. Also, how fantastical is this setting? Would a science department that tests subjects exposure to blue coal fit the setting? I don't know how 'magical' your aiming for this thing to be-I was thinking FF6-ish style...
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Having a super-fuel is pretty much it. Its not straight up magical.