Moscow Oblast, the “Microcity in the Forest” district. Here we have a special ecosystem: on one side — the forest, on the other — new apartment buildings, and in the middle — me, the local NPC boss of the winter level.
Went out to patrol the area. Checking that the snow lies evenly, the paths shine, and the sun is shining on schedule.
Hat — “intelligent warmth hunter” mode.
Glasses — “I don’t recognize people until spring.”
Fur-lined jacket — “I’ll survive both December and the building-wide chat.”
Boots — “if anything, I’ll make it to the metro through snowdrifts like a legend.”
I love this vibe: it feels like a city, but there’s a forest all around. Feels like Moscow is nearby, but outside it’s so quiet, as if the world were put on pause so you could take a proper breath.
In short: Moscow Oblast is when you go out “just for a walk,” and come back feeling like you’ve inspected your own little northern empire. 😄