TOKYO-3
Tokyo-3 is the third city to bear the name Tokyo
and construction started shortly after Second Impact
around 2004. Located in the Hakone region in the Kanagawa Prefecture, it resembles most
modern cities with it tall skyscrapers, many businesses, malls, apartments and houses. In
actuality, Tokyo-3 is a specially planned city that was built with the sole purpose of
standing up to Angel attacks.
Defence Methods: Tokyo-3s first line of
defence is the Fuji Observation Centre. The observation centres purpose is to alert
the city and all surrounding areas of the presence of an
Angel,
so as to give time to evacuate people to their designated shelters. Tokyo-3s
skyscrapers can retract beneath the citys surface in the event of an attack. This is
necessary so that the Evas
can manoeuvre during battle while not causing any damage to the buildings. The Evas are the main line of
defence for the city. Any Eva
can be "launched" to different places in the city from the Geofront beneath by way of high-speed lifts that lead to the
citys surface. The reason for intercepting an Angel within the city is the armament buildings. These buildings look like other high-rise buildings,
except that the house ammunition and weapons
for the Evangelion.
These buildings have been strategically placed in the city in anticipation of an Angel
attack. Some of these buildings house the external
power cables that the Evas
need to function. These buildings give the Evas a
definite advantage.
Transportation Methods: Tokyo-3 has different
forms of mass transit to move you throughout the city. One way people get around the city
is the public bus. Bus lines run Monday through Sunday. Check for scheduled times as they
are subject to change. Tokyo-3s other form of mass transit are the high-speed Maglev
trains. The Maglev (magnetic levitation) trains run on a magnetic track that have
alternating magnetic charges, which are used to propel the train along at high speeds. The
trains have services that run above and below Tokyo-3 as well as connecting to other
cities. Like the bus lines, trains run seven days a week. Check scheduled times for trains
as stations as they are subject to change. All forms of mass transit may be completely
stopped during the attack of an
Angel.
Note: Only NERV personnel with adequate
identification may board trains whose destination is the underground Geofront or any other NERV trains.
Housing Tokyo-3 has housing to suit just about
anyones needs. There are many small and spacious homes located on the outskirts of
the city to suit those looking for a new home to move into. Located within the city, there
are many nice apartment complexes of different sizes and number of rooms for those who
wish not to invest the amount of money that one would when buying a new home but still
needs a place to live. Also within the city, and especially in the many retractable
buildings, are the more costly penthouses and plush apartments. Tokyo-3s wealthiest
and elite, as well as high-ranking government officials, lives in these as they offer
protection from
Angel attacks because the
buildings can move underground in such emergencies. Since many of the buildings can not
move underground though, they are susceptible to damage during an Angel attack.
Things of Interest: Tokyo-3 offers many points of
interest and activities for its citizens to enjoy. The city is host to many large shopping
plazas and a variety of small shops. Also many gourmet restaurants and cafes are located
throughout the city that offer many the opportunity to sit and enjoy specially prepared
entrees. For the children and young adults, make a visit to one of the cities arcades.
Here you can find the latest video games and virtual simulators to test your playing
skills as well as keep you entertained for hours. For those who just want to take a
leisurely stroll outside, enjoy a picnic, or get together a game of baseball, visit one of
Tokyo-3s scenic parks. Many of the parks offer facilities for recreational
activities, but they also offer many a shady tree to relax under. Because of the recent
Angel attacks, we now have Aschino Lakes one, two, and three.
All three lakes, in the surrounding hills, offer many recreational pleasures such as
camping, swimming, water skiing, sailing, and fishing, and they are open all year round.