Neo-Columbia

Proposal for a reborn United States (flag pictured above)

Lady Columbia is the figure head along with a new red white and blue flag design. Often seen surrounded by angels or holy warriors in posters and on murals. The angels are Opos, people “raised” or who achieved apotheosis by being merged with an Operarius body.

Capital – New Washington
The capitol city would be in the center of the country, as it was projected that coastal cities would likely be destroyed.
3 major cities, huge stone walls, hexagonal floor plan
East-coast hub: “The District” or simply “District”
West-coast hub: Citadel City

Timeframes

before the Day of Fire, Phoenix was unified, working toward a common goal. But the war seen as an opportunity for the PHOENIX commands to realize their ambition. See: PHOENIX SUPREMACY

The Green Book / The Conservatory / Neo Columbia Bible

• “The Conservatory” or “The Green Book” – a dark green book with a gold inlay lattice of a large, complex and ornate greenhouse on the cover. On the spine of the book, three golden stars in a line, like depicted on the original Neo Columbia flag.
• Phoenix operating manuals and manifesto converted into a religious text. Created as a parable, a prophesy foretelling the ascendancy of Phoenix, Neo Columbia and its leaders and followers. It combines philosophy, propaganda, and storytelling to elevate Phoenix from a secretive agency to a quasi-religious movement.

The Green Book deepens Phoenix’s identity, giving the organization a sense of self-mythology.
Physical Description and Symbolism
Cover Design:
The dark green book symbolizes life and renewal, juxtaposed with the sinister purpose of Phoenix. The gold inlay latticework of an elaborate greenhouse on the cover suggests a dual meaning: the conservation of life in a controlled environment (Phoenix’s facilities) and the ambition to cultivate a new world (Neo Columbia).
The ornate greenhouse design mirrors the complexity of Phoenix itself—beautiful on the surface, but tangled and labyrinthine in practice.
The greenhouse also serves as a metaphor for Phoenix’s philosophy: the preservation and careful control of life, regardless of ethical considerations.
Spine Stars:
The three golden stars, taken from Neo Columbia’s original flag, represent the prophesied stages of Phoenix’s journey: the descent, the bloom, and the prosperity. The stars are simple but evoke an air of destiny and inevitability.

Purpose and Usage
Operating Manual Meets Religious Text:
The Green Book isn’t just an operating manual for Phoenix—it’s been rewritten and mythologized to inspire loyalty, zeal, and faith among its agents. Presented as a prophecy, it ensures that even the most mundane operations feel like sacred duties.

Tone and Style: Written in parables, allegories, and poetic language, it reads like a cross between a biblical text, a military doctrine, and a corporate manifesto.
Mandatory Reading: All recruits are required to study The Green Book as part of their indoctrination. High-ranking members carry personalized, leather-bound editions, while standard agents receive mass-produced copies.
Cultural Impact Within Phoenix:
Over time, The Conservatory has become a cornerstone of Phoenix’s identity. It’s quoted during ceremonies, inscribed on facility walls, and referenced in decision-making. For some agents, it’s a motivational text; for others, it becomes a source of fanatical devotion.

Core Prophecies and Symbolic Epochs

The Descent:
“When fire rains from the heavens and chaos grips the Earth, the chosen few shall descend into the womb of salvation, Hades, to await the rebirth.”

This period represents the apocalyptic scenario Phoenix was built for. It frames the descent into Phoenix facilities not as retreat but as a heroic act of preservation.
The concept creates a sense of inevitability about global collapse, which reinforces Phoenix’s sense of purpose and superiority over the unprepared masses.

The Bloom:
“In the season of the bloom, the Phoenix shall rise from the ashes, bringing order to the wilderness and life to barren soil.”

This marks the moment when Phoenix emerges to reclaim the surface. It is prophesied as a time of both chaos and opportunity, with agents becoming the architects of a new world.
The metaphor of a “bloom” contrasts the harsh imagery of war and destruction, presenting Phoenix’s conquest as an act of renewal.

The Reconstruction:
“From the ashes, we shall raise pillars of marble and steel, forging a nation destined to be eternal—Neo Columbia.”

This is the period when Phoenix begins building Neo Columbia, its utopian vision for the future. It includes the reconstruction of infrastructure, society, and government, all under Phoenix’s absolute control.
This epoch underscores the organization’s belief in its own righteousness and destiny to rule.

The Prosperity:
“As the stars ascend, so too shall the children of Neo Columbia, masters of the Earth, the heavens, and all that lies below.”

The final epoch represents Neo Columbia’s triumph as a global and interstellar superpower, dominating not only the surface world but also the underground (Phoenix’s domain) and space.
This vision provides agents with an almost divine mission, fueling their loyalty and justifying any action necessary to achieve this “golden age.”

Hidden Messages:
The book contains secret codes or obscure passages that hint at Phoenix’s darkest secrets or abandoned projects. These could serve as plot devices to uncover mysteries.
Rituals and Ceremonies:
Excerpts from The Green Book are recited during key moments, such as the induction of new agents, the opening of a new HADES facility, or even the execution of dissenters.

Antagonists or Allies:
A faction could arise that either misinterprets the text or uses it to justify extreme measures, creating conflict within Phoenix or with external forces.