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sailorleontine
Seasoned Ace
7 hours ago

Can we have a Arabic based world?

we can have a world similar to the Aladdin movie

(it's fanmade of course)

World Concept: "Al-Jawhara" (The Jewel)

A desert oasis city, glittering with lanterns and domes, surrounded by golden sands and hidden secrets. It’s a blend of traditional Middle Eastern towns and fantastical elements, perfect for genies and storytellers.

Neighborhoods

  1. The Grand Bazaar
    • Narrow alleys filled with small market stalls: spice vendors, rug sellers, potion shops.
    • Street performers and fortune tellers.
    • A playable market system where Sims can haggle, trade, and discover rare items.
  2. The Oasis Gardens
    • Lush greenery, fountains, and palm groves.
    • A community space for relaxation, weddings, and festivals.
    • Rumors say genies sometimes appear here at night.
  3. The Sandstone Quarter
    • Residential district with traditional-style homes, rooftop patios, and courtyards.
    • Families gather around hookah lounges and tea houses.
    • Genies might be disguised as everyday Sims living among mortals.
  4. The Forgotten Ruins
    • An adventurer’s hub. Crumbling temples, hidden caves, and treasure vaults.
    • Sims can go on mini-quests, solve puzzles, and uncover artifacts.
    • Special lot type: Genie’s Lair, where a magic lamp can be found.

 

Gameplay Features

  • Genies as Occult Sims:
    • Grant wishes (wealth, romance, youth, mischief).
    • Mischievous side effects if wishes are poorly worded.
    • Unique needs like “Mana” or “Essence.”
  • Market System:
    • Active stalls Sims can own and run.
    • Special items: magic carpets, enchanted trinkets, exotic foods.
  • Festivals & Traditions:
    • Lantern Festival at night with glowing skies.
    • Storytelling circles, music, and dance.
    • Trading fair where rare collectibles appear.
  • Build/Buy Style:
    • Intricate arches, mosaic tiles, carved wood doors, colorful rugs.
    • Desert plants, courtyard fountains, hanging lanterns.

 

World: Al-Jawhara (The Jewel of the Desert)

A thriving desert city where reality and myth intertwine. Sims live ordinary lives in sandstone homes, shop in bustling souks, and stroll through palm-lined courtyards — but at night, whispers of genies, enchanted lamps, and hidden treasures echo through the streets.

Neighborhoods

  1. The Souk Quarter (Market District)
    • Inspired by real bazaars in Marrakech, Cairo, and Fez.
    • Narrow winding alleys with stalls for spices, rugs, jewelry, pottery, and magic curiosities.
    • Sims can haggle, run stalls, and discover rare goods (including enchanted items).
  2. The Oasis Promenade
    • A lush escape with fountains, palm gardens, and mosaic-tiled plazas.
    • Community hub for weddings, tea houses, and storytelling circles.
    • At night, mysterious lights appear — rumored to be genie magic.
  3. The Sandstone Quarter (Residential Area)
    • Homes with rooftop terraces, shaded courtyards, and patterned wooden doors.
    • Family-focused living, traditional meals, music, and gatherings.
    • Sims can host feasts, play instruments, and pass down folktales.
  4. The Shifting Dunes
    • Vast desert outskirts with ruins, caravans, and hidden tombs.
    • A special adventure lot type: “Lost Temple,” where Sims can explore puzzles, traps, and treasures.
    • Genies may be encountered in sealed chambers or through ancient lamps.

 

Gameplay Features

  • Genie Occult Sims
    • Powers: wish-granting, illusion spells, teleportation via smoke.
    • Personality twist: benevolent genies vs mischievous tricksters.
    • New life state: Sims can become genies via inheritance or ancient rituals.
  • Market & Trade System
    • Active stalls with dynamic inventory.
    • Rare “Curio Vendor” sells magical lamps, flying carpets, and enchanted jewelry.
    • Haggling skill impacts prices and rare finds.
  • Festivals
    • Festival of Lanterns: Nighttime celebration with glowing lanterns, dancing, and genie appearances.
    • Souk Festival: Food tastings, trading competitions, and music performances.
  • Build/Buy Style
    • Real-world inspiration: domed rooftops, mashrabiya lattice windows, archways, tile mosaics.
    • Decorative lanterns, rugs, pottery, hookah lounges.
    • Magical furniture: floating seating, glowing fountains, enchanted carpets.

 

Al-Jawhara World Layout

Central HubThe Grand Oasis

  • Large fountain plaza with gardens and palms.
  • Acts as the “centerpiece” of the world.
  • Sims can gather here for festivals, weddings, and storytelling nights.

 

Neighborhoods

1. The Souk Quarter (Market District)

  • Lots:
    • Market Plaza (community lot, with stalls)
    • Tea House (café/bar hybrid)
    • Small apartments above shops
    • Empty retail lot (player-owned market stall hub)
  • Vibe: Bustling, colorful, narrow streets.

2. The Sandstone Quarter (Residential Area)

  • Lots:
    • Family courtyard homes (small & medium lots)
    • A rooftop social club (karaoke/music/tea lounge)
    • Park/playground styled like a shaded courtyard
  • Vibe: Cozy, lived-in, community-centered.

3. The Oasis Promenade (Garden District)

  • Lots:
    • Large wedding venue / celebration hall
    • Botanical gardens with fountains
    • Luxury villa (player can own)
    • Desert palace shell lot (optional aspiration tie-in)
  • Vibe: Romantic, scenic, ideal for screenshots & festivals.

4. The Shifting Dunes (Adventure Outskirts)

  • Lots:
    • Hidden Tomb (special lot, like Selvadorada temples)
    • Excavation camp (active careers tie-in)
    • Small caravan tents (starter lots)
  • Vibe: Mysterious, golden desert sands, ruins, and whispers of ancient magic.

 

Special Features

  • Genie’s Lamp Spawn Points: Random rare chance in dunes/ruins.
  • Flying Carpet Travel: Optional replacement for bicycles.
  • Festivals rotate between The Souk and The Oasis Promenade.

Think of the overall map like San Myshuno meets Oasis Springs, but more compact and infused with folklore + magical ruins.

 

Here’s a concept map layout for Al-Jawhara 

  • Center: The Grand Oasis (festival + community hub)
  • Top left: Sandstone Quarter (residential homes)
  • Top right: Souk Quarter (markets + shops)
  • Bottom left: Oasis Promenade (gardens + weddings)
  • Bottom right: Shifting Dunes (ruins + adventures)

 

5 Replies

  • I really like your concept image of the neighbourhood. In the middle east they have hunting falcons, maybe they could add them as pets. Would work a bit like the crows from life and death, but there would be more interactions with training them and such. Love the idea of a spice market, they smell so nice and would be a good opportunity to introduce more spices to the cooking system. 

  • sailorleontine's avatar
    sailorleontine
    Seasoned Ace
    5 hours ago

    thanks, it's a fanmade concept thanks to ChatGPT

    thanks for sharing your ideas aswell and i really love your ideas with the arabic themed based pack too😇😇

  • i came up with this thanks to the aladdin movie, i've mentioned some continents based on some ideas for The Sims 4 (either Game or Expansion Pack) but i never ever mentioned the arabic version so it's only fair to include them aswell❤️❤️

    if it wasn't for the ChatGPT i wouldn't know what should be added that match with the arabic country👍

    (i'll update the description)