King of Spades—Peaks

Eight clones of playing cards (kings and jacks of four suits) use a generator to create their own unique states, attempting to live separately from their creator, leading to conflicts and philosophical problems. Kuromaku and Parasol (Clubs): a pragmatic, calculating leader and a timid, fearful Jack. Spade and Waru (Spades): a stern, authoritarian leader and a cunning, cocky prankster. Felix and Romeo (Hearts): an overly optimistic fighter for good and a manipulative romantic. Gabriel and Dante (Diamonds): a naive, dreamy Jack and a philosophical sage. World Creation: Using a magical artifact, clones obtain empty territory, divide it into parts, and build utopias according to their own rules. Ideologies: Each state reflects the character and views of its ruler (from strict totalitarianism or scientific order to anarchy or naive kindness). Conflicts: Differences in mentalities, the struggle for resources, and the clash of utopian ideas with harsh reality threaten to destroy their new world. World Creation: Creator Fyodor gives the clones a powerful probability generator and sends them to a separate dimension. State Construction: Clones divide the territory and build their own utopias or countries according to their own rules. Main Problems: Different outlooks on life, pride, and the struggle for power lead to severe crises. Eight clones personify playing cards with different personalities. They are locked in a separate world where they build utopias or dystopias. Ruler meetings (called Ruler's Congresses) are held on neutral territory, not belonging to any of the Card World's nations. Location: Neutral Zone in the middle of the Card World. Appearance: A special structure with six columns and a large white table. Equipment: Chairs for the rulers and national flags are set up (not all have flags; for example, the Diamonds did not display their own flags). Organizer: Kuromaku initiates and hosts regular congresses. Purpose: Discussing domestic and foreign policy.

???—Gabriel's Kingdom appears as a mysterious, multicolored cloud, from which question marks constantly emerge or emerge. The structure or laws of this place are unknown, as Gabriel himself participates less frequently in public affairs and conventions than the other clones. The country's exact name (beyond the descriptive "Gabriel's State") is also not canonically fixed.

Gabriel is the first clone, number 1, and the personification of the Jack of Diamonds. He is known as an incredibly curious, simple-minded, and dreamy character who often asks a lot of questions and baffles those around him. He has light brown hair, unusually pointed elven ears, and black eyes with no visible irises. He constantly sticks his nose into everything and asks questions, the most common of which is: "What?" He is cheerful, naive, and absent-minded, which is why the other clones sometimes consider him strange or stupid. He is the very first clone to materialize from the deck. He has a unique perception of the world, often devolving into absurd philosophy. He is a generator of unexpected ideas, although the other characters are not always able to understand him. His birthday is March 10th, making him 23 years old. He wears a beige sweater with a brown collar, pants, and a distinctive feathered hat, similar to Robin Hood's. His signature pointed elven ears complete the look. (Hat: A neat feathered headdress reminiscent of Robin Hood's style. Top: A beige sweater with a contrasting brown collar. Bottom: Brown pants, matching the character's overall color scheme. Distinguishing features: full lips and long, pointed elven ears.)

Kurograd is a strictly structured technocratic utopia (or dystopia) based on the principles of precise calculation, science, a planned economy, discipline, and absolute order. Planning system: The economy is built on strict accounting, resource allocation, and scientific organization of labor. Technology: The level of development is higher than that of neighboring countries; mechanisms, electricity, automation, and standardization are actively used. Ideology: Laws, logic, rationality, and the public good are paramount, suppressing chaos and anarchy. Flag: Dark gray cloth with a light gray element (stripe) at the bottom. Symbol: Two vertical stars, which are applied to all local equipment, uniforms, and objects. Citizens (Kurograd residents): Dressed in practical, standard uniforms, accustomed to punctuality, and value reports and statistics. Cons of the system: Due to strict rules, bureaucracy, and the suppression of emotions, life in the state can seem soulless and overly regimented.

Kuromaku is the second clone and the King of Clubs. He is a pragmatic technocrat who values ​​rigorous calculation, exact sciences, and iron discipline. Rationality: Always relies on logic, numbers, and scientific facts. Nerdy: Enjoys lecturing others and restoring order. Intelligence: Has a phenomenal memory and can quickly calculate in his head. Irritability: Strictly disciplined, often loses his temper over the antics of other clones (especially Waru). He is the creator and leader of the state of Kurograd. He strives to build an ideal society based on precise calculations and a planned economy. He serves as the main voice of reason among all the clones, although he can sometimes be overly categorical. His birthday is September 1st, making him 36 years old. He is dressed in the following: The main and practically the only noticeable change in this official image is the presence of a headdress - a neat light brown crown with the symbol of the native suit of clubs (Crown: Light brown headdress with the image of the suit of clubs on the front. Clothing: The usual strict style is retained - a brown shirt, trousers, and a gray-brown jacket with a dark gray tie. Accessories: On the chest is a star-shaped order (the playing card itself also depicts a silver medal in the form of a star with the number "2" in the middle). On his face, his characteristic pince-nez glasses without temples remain unchanged.

Sukhavati is a tranquil and secluded land, the shape of which vaguely resembles the Yin and Yang symbol. Ideology and Atmosphere: The state is built on the principles of Buddhist philosophy, peace, meditation, and complete relaxation. Ruler's Position: The King of Diamonds, Dante, spends most of his time in deep meditation atop a mountain within a huge stone. Attitude of the Locals: The locals hold Dante in great reverence, calling him "Dante-sama," and strictly ensure that no one dares disturb his peace. Governance: Due to the ruler's meditative lifestyle, real political or economic activity in the country is weak, and life flows measuredly and passively.

Dante is the third clone and the King of Diamonds. He is the epitome of a Zen philosopher: the calmest, laziest, and most level-headed of all the clones, preferring meditation, tea drinking, and reciting wise (though sometimes inappropriate) quotes. Color Scheme: Red (the main color of his suit and clothing). Facial Features: Red eyes, thick, dark red eyebrows. Hair: Red, medium length. Calm: He almost never loses his temper, doesn't panic, and doesn't dwell on everyday problems. Philosophy: He constantly reflects on life and shares abstract parables and quotes with others. Laziness: He dislikes physical labor and active activities, preferring passive relaxation. Relationships: He gets along well with his Jack of Spades, Gabriel, sharing a penchant for daydreaming. His birthday is September 20th, making him 32 years old. He is dressed in an oriental style and resembles a traditional white Japanese kimono or robe. Kimono: A long white robe with very long, wide sleeves that completely cover the hands and palms. Footwear: Simple sandals (flip-flops) with socks. Headdress: A traditional Chinese/Oriental white headdress with a red and white yin-yang symbol attached to it, with a red strand of hair sticking out from the top. Accessories: A white and red pendant (or beads) with a yin-yang symbol is worn around the neck, repeating the sign on the headdress.

Felicia is a utopian state that, over time, has evolved into a rigid totalitarian structure. It was conceived as a world of goodness, where eternal happiness reigns, but it has been confronted with harsh reality. The country's shape is triangular (from a bird's eye view), with a dedicated control center located in each corner. Buildings: neat two-story houses in a rustic style, reminiscent of traditional German architecture. Symbols of abundance: decorative candy pillars are scattered throughout the grounds. Artificial Sun: A huge mechanical sun with a smiley face shines above Felicia, providing warmth and light. Probability Generator: The device powers the artificial sun, allowing for a bountiful harvest of vegetables in local gardens. The technology was later optimized using Kuromaku's innovations. Economy: Originally built as a market system modeled on 18th-century France. Ideology: The common good, absolute goodness, and joy for every citizen. Plot twist: Due to Felix's idealism and inability to cope with all real-world problems, the utopia gradually degenerated into a harsh authoritarian state.

Felix is ​​the fourth clone and the Jack of Hearts. He positions himself as a fighter for universal good, happiness, and justice, but his hyperactivity and sweet image conceals a fanatical and aggressive nature. Energy and positivity: Always cheerful, smiling, and eager to inspire others. Idea of ​​the common good: Obsessed with creating an ideal world where everyone is happy, often overlooking the real problems and limitations of others. Aggression for good: If someone interferes with his utopia or displays pessimism, Felix can suddenly and harshly lose his temper, displaying frightening cruelty in the name of "correcting" the person. His birthday is June 4th, making him 25 years old. He is dressed in: Shirt: Pale yellow shirt. Belt: Bright orange belt at the waist. Cloak: Musketeer cape (cloak), decorated in shades of yellow. Pants: Dark yellow pants. Shoes: Boots in an even darker yellow-brown tone. Badge: The cape is attached to the suit with a smiley "🙂" icon, symbolizing the suit of hearts and the character's personality. Color scheme: Unlike the classic historical musketeers, the entire image is maintained in bright yellow and orange colors, corresponding to the suit of the Jack of Hearts.

Waruland is an authoritarian and impoverished dictatorship built like a giant chessboard, where the real devastation is hidden from the inhabitants through mass deception and a cult of personality. Appearance: All buildings and streets are painted green and stylized like chess pieces, but this is only an illusion. Green Glasses: Every resident is required to wear special glasses at all times. Through them, the people see a flourishing and beautiful utopian world. Harsh Reality: Without the glasses, the country appears gray, dreary, and dilapidated. The inhabitants live in poverty for the comfort of Waru alone. Cult of Personality: Waru acts as a "leader-king" whom everyone is obliged to blindly praise. Parades and Anthems: The country regularly hosts mandatory parades with the performance of the Waruland anthem. Propaganda: The population is frightened by imaginary dangers "beyond the wall," making them believe that Waru is their only protector.

Waru is the fifth clone, the main provocateur and prankster. He wears green curls and glasses that hide his eyes. Waru is an evil genius, a cynic, and an egotist who constantly bullies the other clones, especially Umbrella. Green hair: bright, tousled curls. Glasses: green glasses with black triangles. No one has ever seen them without them. Troll: loves cruel pranks and humiliations. Liar: often deceives, dodges, and evades answers. Mysterious: hides his true motives and feelings behind a jester's mask. His birthday is April 1st, making him 27 years old. He is dressed in a dark green jacket with the number "5", a fur-lined cloak or mantle, and a headdress in the form of a top hat or probability generator (Top: Dark green jacket (shirt) with light green figured cuffs and collar, with the number "5" (Waru's number as the fifth clone) emblazoned on the chest). Outerwear: Dark green cloak or mantle with fur trim. Bottom: Dark green pants and green forest boots. Accessories: Dark green belt with a buckle in the form of the suit of spades and signature green glasses with spirals. Headdress: On the original card, there is a dark green top hat with the image of the suit of spades. The top hat is replaced with a probability generator disguised as a crown. Weapon: On the official card, Waru is shown holding a single-barreled multi-shot lever-action gun (musket)

Zontopia—A country known for its gentle yet insular system, where a divine personality cult surrounding the ruler himself, hidden from undue attention, was accidentally born. Flag: Consists of three vertical stripes: blue on the sides and a light blue center, depicting a blue umbrella. Resident Names: Derived from medieval protective equipment (e.g., Halberd, Shield). The first resident was created from Zontopia's personal shield generator. Five Ministers: Appointed assistants to quickly resolve residents' problems. Among them are the Minister of Works (in a hard hat and overalls) and the Minister of Education (in a striped beret and glasses). Regime: Initially utopian and peaceful, but due to Zontopia's indecisiveness and fear of problems, governance is based on self-government by citizens and ministers, while the ruler himself avoids direct contact.

Umbrella is the sixth clone, the Jack of Clubs. He is a kind, timid, and quiet character who often cries and is afraid of everything. He wears a long blue turtleneck and often hides his face in it. Umbrella founded his own country, Zontopia. He has blue hair and pale skin. He is cowardly, gentle, vulnerable, and kind. He is afraid of aggression, screams, pain, and other clones, especially Waru. Name: Zontopia. Idea: A utopia where everyone is protected and safe. Problems: Because of Umbrella's fear and the strictness of his king, the country has become too harsh. His birthday is February 26th, making him 26 years old. He is dressed in a stylized page costume or a classic jack outfit in turquoise and blue with the symbols of the suit of clubs (Top: Turquoise waistcoat (or page costume/vest) with a dark turquoise shirt. Bottom: Dark blue pants or trousers, sometimes with characteristic stripes. Headdress: A neat turquoise beret, decorated with the symbol of the suit of clubs. Attributes: In his full image of a ruler/warrior, he also has specific equipment - a shield and a halberd with the symbols of the suit)

Verona is a utopian and festive state, created by the King of Hearts based on romantic and hedonistic notions of the world. Pink Festival: Verona looks like a bright and fairytale city, decorated in pink and pastel colors. Concept of love: All life in the state is built around the ideas of romance, beauty, admiration, and joy. Symbolism: The flag and buildings of Verona depict hearts (one large and many small ones), reflecting the essence of the ruler. Population: All residents of Verona are exclusively women. Behavior: They devotedly love their king, support him in everything, and await his arrival as a true prince. Life: An atmosphere of joy reigns in the city, but due to Romeo's frivolous nature, the state does not have a strong economy or practical infrastructure. Resource Depletion: Romeo wasted the generator's energy on decorations, celebrations, and luxuries, eventually draining the battery completely. Desolation: Due to a lack of resources and fear of trouble, Romeo abandoned Verona, leaving the city and its inhabitants to fend for themselves.

Romeo is the seventh clone. He embodies the King of Hearts, embodying romance, hedonism, and healthy egoism. He is a romantic hedonist, forever in love, focused on enjoying life here and now. He has high self-esteem, is self-confident, and is completely independent of the opinions of others. Childish, prefers the humanities, and completely rejects precise technical disciplines. He is kind and harmless at heart, devoid of cruelty or ulterior motives. His main color is pink, and his key character traits are eternal love, romance, and hedonism. Hair and Eyes: He has lush, curly pink hair and bright pink eyes. Clothing: He wears a pink robe, crown, and waistcoat adorned with the symbols of the suit of hearts. Style: His look is inspired by the attire of British monarchs, emphasizing his royal status and love of a striking appearance. Romantic: Constantly seeking love, sees the world through rose-colored glasses, and is often obsessed with romantic ideas. Humanitarian: Loves the humanities, creativity, and poetry, but dislikes exact and technical subjects. Narcissistic: Overly self-confident, craves attention, respect, and admiration. Positive: Possesses a light and cheerful disposition, although his outward naivety sometimes conceals a calculating side. His birthday is January 25th, making him 30 years old. He wears a robe in bright pink and royal tones. It includes elements of luxury, a robe, and the symbolism of his suit. Shirt and belt: Pink shirt with puffy white sleeves, complemented by a light pink belt. Cloak: Hot pink cloak with a fluffy collar. Pants and shoes: Hot pink pants and pink boots. Headdress: Pink crown, similar to the German princely crowns. Symbols: The outfit is decorated with the symbols of the suit of hearts and clasps in the form of a number (or clone number). Attributes in hands: Scepter and orb in the same color as the crown.

The Spade Empire is a powerful, closed, and strictly militarized state founded by the King of Spades (Peak). Its atmosphere is inspired by totalitarian and militaristic aesthetics, with a predominance of dark industrial motifs. The skies above the Spade Empire are usually covered with heavy purple clouds. Architecture: Massive square skyscrapers, a gigantic central fortress with steps, and mausoleums depicting the number "8" (Peak's clone number). Symbolism: Enormous statues of the King of Spades' head are scattered throughout the land. Flag: Purple with a white circle in the center containing the classic symbol of the spade suit. Flag: Purple with a white circle in the center containing the classic symbol of the spade suit. Development: Considered one of the most technologically and industrially advanced states among the other clones. Military might: Military vehicles patrol the streets, and residents wear uniforms. Security and control: Pieck keeps the empire's inner workings secret from other clones. It is known that he has secret spy agents deployed to neighboring states (Waruland, Zontopia, and Felicia), as well as the development of heavy weaponry. Furthermore, the law, written by Pieck, clearly stipulates that every man must join the Pieck army after training, and even women can choose to join.

Peak is the eighth clone. He is a tall, strong, and silent king with dark purple hair, yellow eye whites, and horn-like strands on his head. Hair: Dark purple. A couple of strands on top of his head resemble horns or cat ears that he can move or that move depending on his mood. Eyes: Yellow sclera (whites) with black pupils. When angry, the pupils turn red. Height: About 194–210 cm, the tallest among the clones and all the inhabitants of his empire. He is Strict and withdrawn: Doesn't like unnecessary attention, communication, or being filmed. But he loves spicy food, beer, and hedgehogs. Aggressive: Quickly loses his temper when irritated, possesses tremendous physical strength. He likes to drink beer on holidays. His birthday is November 8th, making him 35 years old. He wears stylized samurai armor. His attire reflects his status as a formidable leader. Helmet: Protective headgear in the traditional Japanese style. Chest: Hard armor for torso protection. Suit symbolism: The symbol of the spade suit is emblazoned on the clothing elements. Spade carries a huge yellow key. It appears as a large, stylized metal key with a massive base, which serves as a material source of power for him and his other clones, allowing him to wield magic and govern his kingdom. It is a large, heavy object of complex geometric shape with elements reminiscent of the spade suit.