Explore the dieselpunk empire of Tulpenland on planet Durn in this comprehensive worldbuilding guide from T.J. van Someren’s World of Durn franchise. Packed with intricate military lore, geopolitical intrigue, it details the Veldmacht ground forces and Hemelmacht air power that dominate the continent of Roven.
Discover Tulpenland’s command structure: field marshal and fleet admiral reporting to the Rijksdirector, advised by 8 military chiefs. Dive into ranks from 12 generals/admirals to 576 Lucht majors commanding 54,912 Blikmanschap automatons, 13,728 Lucht marines, and elite Pantservuist tank hunters. Ground vehicles include 1,272 Bison battle tanks, 648 drill-bore tanks, and 2,544 Armadillo carriers. Air assets feature 360 Raaf jets, 672 Valk helicopters, and 18,240 Duif missiles.
Airships steal the show: 96 Stern-class corvettes (slave transports), 48 Pelikaan frigates, 24 Meeuw cruisers, and 12 massive Albatros carriers (1,117m long) capable of conquering nations. Crystal-powered tech like the rune-inscribing Crystal Machine powers robots and displays.
