Able to outrun even the horseman, who has no idea that he's been passed, they make quick time to the capitol. Along the way, they'll see more signs of this nation being rather sharply out of time, signs of gunpowder weapons in the hands of guards, and electricity for various applications. Neither are incredibly widespread; no electric streetlights, or firearms in the hands of everyone, yet, but there's a definite sense that the entire nation has jumped more than a hundred years ahead in technology.<br/><br/>This becomes even more evident, as they pass close to the capitol, and encounters a sight that terrifies both Blossom and Meridia, for related, but completely different reasons; a series of vehicles powered by internal combustion engines, driving down a well-maintained road, carrying supplies in the back, and a heavy, repeating gun on the front, very close to designs from around World War 1.