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The '''Geisha Districts''' are intricate networks of pleasure, politics, and artistry spread across the urban worlds of the [[Sonoko | The '''Geisha Districts''' are intricate networks of pleasure, politics, and artistry spread across the urban worlds of the [[Sonoko|Sonoko Universe]].  | ||
Unlike the more commercial [[Red-Light District | Unlike the more commercial [[Red-Light District|Red-Light Districts]] of [[Galaxa]], the Geisha Districts function as '''cultural sanctuaries'''—where elegance masks espionage, and performance conceals power. | ||
== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
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== Political Influence == | == Political Influence == | ||
Throughout Sonokan history, Miko-Geisha have served as spies, diplomats, and even assassins.  | Throughout Sonokan history, Miko-Geisha have served as spies, diplomats, and even assassins.  | ||
During the [[Silken Accord]] (1452 A.S.), several Houses brokered peace between rival Syndicates and planetary governors using coded plays. The Accord remains a national holiday, celebrating art as peacemaker.  | During the [[Silken Accord]] (1452 A.S.), several Houses brokered peace between rival Syndicates and planetary governors using coded plays. The Accord remains a national holiday, celebrating art as peacemaker.  | ||
Today, the Ministry quietly consults senior Geisha for intelligence; few policies pass without a whisper from the Lantern Quarters. | Today, the Ministry quietly consults senior Geisha for intelligence; few policies pass without a whisper from the Lantern Quarters. | ||