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| annyrion [2011/05/04 01:45] – Minor edits for style. Full name of Coalition is "Annyrion Colonist - Eisshari Coalition". hagalaz | annyrion [2012/05/06 04:40] (current) – [Lopanga] abiri |
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| Annyrion's native vegetation is notable for its purple color. The chemical compound which is responsible for photosynthesis in the native plants is purple rather than green. It's more efficient than green chlorophyl, and native plants would be able to out-compete plants imported from [[Earth]] if other factors were equal. However, the native plants are exceptionally tasty and easy for herbivores from Earth to digest. It has become common for imported animals to strip the native vegetation from a region, after which imported plants quickly take root. Native animals are generally unable to digest the imported plants, so they either starve or move on in search of purple-er pastures. Recently some ecological groups have begun to agitate for control of imported species, for fear that the native life will eventually be wiped out. They have not gained much traction, however, as vast tracts of Annyrion are still swathed in purple, and most recoms are delighted to see familiar species from Earth restored in a new home. | Annyrion's native vegetation is notable for its purple color. The chemical compound which is responsible for photosynthesis in the native plants is purple rather than green. It's more efficient than green chlorophyl, and native plants would be able to out-compete plants imported from [[Earth]] if other factors were equal. However, the native plants are exceptionally tasty and easy for herbivores from Earth to digest. It has become common for imported animals to strip the native vegetation from a region, after which imported plants quickly take root. Native animals are generally unable to digest the imported plants, so they either starve or move on in search of purple-er pastures. Recently some ecological groups have begun to agitate for control of imported species, for fear that the native life will eventually be wiped out. They have not gained much traction, however, as vast tracts of Annyrion are still swathed in purple, and most recoms are delighted to see familiar species from Earth restored in a new home. |
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| | ====== History ====== |
| | //Main Article: [[History of Annyrion]].// |
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| ====== Inaria ====== | ====== Inaria ====== |
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| Despite all the progress that has been made, Inaria still contains large regions of undeveloped wilderness. | Despite all the progress that has been made, Inaria still contains large regions of undeveloped wilderness. |
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| Xeno-archaologists have discovered that Inaria was host to a colony of [[Dallen]] several thousand years ago. It is now believed that the Eisshari were brought to Annyrion by the Dallen. The reason why the Dallens abandoned the planet is unknown, but their ruins can be found in a remote, mountainous region of Inaria. It's possible that other Dallen sites may be remain undiscovered in Inaria or on other continents. | Xeno-archaeologists have discovered that Inaria was host to a colony of [[Dallen]] several thousand years ago. It is now believed that the Eisshari were brought to Annyrion by the Dallen. The reason why the Dallen abandoned the planet is unknown, but their ruins can be found in a remote, mountainous region of Inaria. It's possible that other Dallen sites may be remain undiscovered in Inaria or on other continents. |
| ====== Lopanga ====== | ====== Lopanga ====== |
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| Settlements in the southern desert of Lopanga were organized by the [[Kemetic Church|Kemetic Orthodox Church]], which claimed to have revived the religion of ancient Egypt. They built their settlements along the Hapi River, which they declared a suitable substitute for the Nile. Irrigation from the river supported agriculture and fixed communities, while the surrounding desert regions came to be largely inhabited by nomadic bands of rat recoms. | Settlements in the southern desert of Lopanga were organized by the [[Kemetic Church|Kemetic Orthodox Church]], which claimed to have revived the religion of ancient Egypt. They built their settlements along the Hapi River, which they declared a suitable substitute for the Nile. Irrigation from the river supported agriculture and fixed communities, while the surrounding desert regions came to be largely inhabited by nomadic bands of rat recoms. |
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| The warm climate of Lopanga proved well suited to agriculture. An eccentric but brilliant genetic engineer named Otto de Lanseur settled in Epiphyte and established an agricultural research center. His research and teachings helped to further expand Lopanga's agricultural output, and it soon exceeded that of Inaria [citation needed]. Although Lopanga lacks the industrial infrastructure and manufacturing base of Inaria, the region is not poor: it has become the breadbasket of recom space [citation needed]. | The warm climate of Lopanga proved well suited to agriculture. An eccentric but brilliant genetic engineer named Otto de Lanseur settled in Epiphyte and established an agricultural research center. His research and teachings helped to further expand Lopanga's agricultural output, and it soon exceeded that of Inaria. Although Lopanga lacks the industrial infrastructure and manufacturing base of Inaria, the region is not poor: it is considered by many recoms to be the "Breadbasket of Recom Space". |
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| | Dr. de Lanseur's research also led to one of the true oddities of Lopanga, the species of plant people known as [[Odontonian]]s. He began with a native species of mobile, semi-sentient plants (referred to as "trifids" by early settlers) and heavily modified them to create an intelligent humanoid species. Odontonians do not mix much with other recoms, and tend to stay in their villages. |
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| Until recently, Lopanga Colony was merely a name rather than any sort of organized political structure. The Kemetic Church, cities and villages, and nomadic tribes all largely minded their own business, while the Coalition still formally claimed to have authority over the entire planet. Growing tensions between the two continents led the Coalition to impose a naval blockade, preventing starships from landing on Lopanga. The various factions of Lopanga responded by banding together and forming the [[Lopanga Confederacy]]. They then hired a band of space pirates, the [[Seventh Wave]], to act as their space navy and break the blockade. The [[Annyrion Civil War]] ended without any shots fired, and the Coalition is no longer pressing its claim over Lopanga at this time. | Until recently, Lopanga Colony was merely a name rather than any sort of organized political structure. The Kemetic Church, cities and villages, and nomadic tribes all largely minded their own business, while the Coalition still formally claimed to have authority over the entire planet. Growing tensions between the two continents led the Coalition to impose a naval blockade, preventing starships from landing on Lopanga. The various factions of Lopanga responded by banding together and forming the [[Lopanga Confederacy]]. They then hired a band of space pirates, the [[Seventh Wave]], to act as their space navy and break the blockade. The [[Annyrion Civil War]] ended without any shots fired, and the Coalition is no longer pressing its claim over Lopanga at this time. |
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| Dr. de Lanseur's research also led to one of the true oddities of Lopanga, the species of plant people known as [[Odontonian]]s. He began with a native species of mobile, semi-sentient plants (referred to as "trifids" by early settlers) and heavily modified them to create an intelligent humanoid species. Odontonians do not mix much with other recoms, and tend to stay in their villages. | The capital city of [[Epiphyte]], situated between the Hapi River, farmlands, and desert caravan trails, is only moderately-sized, but a major population center compared to other settlements of Lopanga. The city is a mix of slums and more affluent areas. The rule of law is not strong here; most residents choose to go about armed. In lieu of a police force, the organized crime group, the [[Ghueri]], seek to maintain stability. Trade, nonetheless, proceeds by land, air, space, and on the shallow waterway. Epiphyte features a Kemetic temple, the offices of the Lopanga government, a small spaceport with airship docking pylon, and river docks. Other sights include a stone circle (presumably of southern Eisshari origin) and the remains of an colony ship. In 2211, the city suffered an invasion and was held for a time by a force of military-grade robots before the Seventh Wave freed the city. |
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| Epiphyte City | Epiphyte City |
