Esthar

Esthar (エスタ) is a major political power in Final Fantasy VIII, and also the name of its capital city, Esthar City. Located on the large continent east of Galbadia, Esthar is Galbadia's main political rival and its territory spans the entire eastern continent. Esthar is technologically advanced and is governed by a president. Since the Sorceress War, the city has been hidden using an Optical Camouflage System (OCS). Esthar's origins trace back four thousand years when people immigrated from the Centra continent. Initially focused on scientific advancement, Esthar became a military power under Sorceress Adel, initiating the Sorceress War. After the war, Esthar closed its borders, earning the name "The Silent Nation." Esthar possesses a strong military force, with soldiers equipped with special armor and swords with built-in shotguns. The capital, Esthar City, has futuristic architecture, characterized by luminous blue buildings and translucent pathways. In the game, the protagonists journey to Esthar multiple times to uncover its hidden secrets and save the world.