Technological progress is always first reflected in various means of transport, especially those ocean liners that can be seen, to a certain extent, as a comprehensive display of a nation's power and technological strength. The capability to build fast, comfortable, and luxurious ocean liners is viewed as a benchmark of a great power.
In the realm of luxury ocean liners, the Empire stands unquestionably in the first tier. Nowadays, anyone with money opts for the Empire's luxury liners, choosing first or second-class cabins. The quality of accommodation and food goes without saying, and priority is given in emergencies. Most importantly, neither other nations' navies nor pirates of unknown origin dare to target Empire ships. Those who do are either blown to bits or hanged. Without sufficient courage or madness, no one dares to mess with the Empire's vessels.
