Approved Location [NJO] Tython Jedi Temple

[Valery Noble]

OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION

• Intent: To provide a Codex entry for the Jedi Temple on Tython, reflecting its destruction by the Dark Empire and its subsequent restoration as the new primary temple of the New Jedi Order.
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  • Council Chambers: Link
  • The Jedi Archives: Link
• Canon: Jedi Temple (Tython)
• Permissions: N/A
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  • Tython
  • New Jedi Order
  • End of the Core Wars
  • The Way Forward

SETTING INFORMATION

• Structure Name: Tython Jedi Temple
• Classification: Jedi Temple
• Location: Tython
• Affiliation: Galactic Alliance | New Jedi Order
• Accessibility: The Temple is situated deep in the Tythonian wilds, accessible via designated landing zones and paths maintained by the Order. While open to visiting Jedi and Force-sensitives seeking training or guidance, it remains secured from hostile eyes, protected by the Galactic Alliance, planetary terrain, and Jedi vigilance.
• Description: Rising once more from the ancient ruins, the rebuilt Jedi Temple on Tython stands as a symbol of resilience and rebirth. Its architecture blends ancient Keshian stonework with modern durasteel and crystal inlays, paying homage to its long-forgotten history while embracing the present. The Temple is both a spiritual haven and a strategic bastion — a home for training, reflection, and defense against the Dark Side.

POINTS OF INTEREST

The Main Hall​

The main hall of the Jedi Temple is a space of reverence and majesty. Curved walls of polished wood cradle the chamber, lined with softly glowing holoprojectors that cycle through the visages of legendary Jedi — both ancient and living. Among them stand finely carved statues of honored Knights and Masters, including those who fell during the Second Great Hyperspace War and the Core Wars, their silent forms a testament to sacrifice and legacy.

At the heart of the hall, suspended within the central spire, floats the Eye of Zallow — a massive dodecahedral monument, its polished surfaces reflecting the ambient light as two smaller holocrons orbit it slowly. Twin sweeping ramps rise gracefully to the upper levels, while beneath the great domed ceiling, long ceremonial tapestries hang in grace.

From the base of the hall, arched passages branch off toward lecture halls, meditation rooms, communal dining spaces, and the private offices of the Order's most senior Jedi, making this chamber not only a memorial, but the living heart of Jedi life on Tython.

Jedi Archives​

Tucked within the southeast side of the Temple's second story, the Jedi Archives are a sanctuary of learning and reflection. The chamber is crowned by a grand dome, beneath which towering bookstacks rise across three levels, encircling the rotunda in a symmetrical ring. Suspended above each stack is a glowing holocron, held up by softly humming repulsor fields.

The open central floor of the chamber serves as a communal study area, arranged with long, curved tables and comfortable seating for scholars, Padawans, and Jedi Masters alike. The walls between the stacks glow with cool blue light from embedded databanks and illuminated script.

Though smaller than the legendary Coruscant Archives, Tython's collection is vast and ever-expanding. Recent efforts by the New Jedi Order have restored and updated the archives with crucial knowledge recovered from Coruscant, including records once thought lost during the wars. Alongside ancient Jedi philosophy and galactic history, these archives now house contemporary teachings, discoveries, and Force-related research collected since the Order's rise to prominence.

Jedi Council Chambers​

Located on the second floor of the Temple, the Council Chambers serve as the solemn heart of Jedi leadership on Tython. The chamber is circular and domed, with natural light filtering down from above in soft columns that illuminate the room. At its center stands a round table, modest in design but rich in meaning, ringed by twelve high-backed chairs — each representing a voice in the High Council.

Carved into the walls and rising from stone pedestals, towering wooden statues of revered Jedi Masters stand sentinel over the chamber. Their presence offers silent wisdom and echoes of the past to those who now guide the Order through uncertain times. Integrated into the center of the table is a holoprojector, used for remote communications and real-time data sharing during Council Meetings

While the space carries echoes of tradition, it has been subtly modernized to support the demands of a new era. It is here that matters of the Force, diplomacy, war, and peace are debated — where the vision of the Jedi's future is shaped by consensus, conviction, and calm resolve.

Temple Grounds​

Stretching out from the main steps of the Jedi Temple, the grounds form a purposeful space that balances nature, tradition, and training. Wide stone walkways move down from the Temple's grand entrance, flanked by statues of historic Jedi and adorned with fluttering banners bearing the crest of the New Jedi Order. Shuttles come and go at the smaller landing pads nearby, but the area maintains a serene atmosphere — a place where life and learning flow together.

Two large open-air training fields sit beyond the main plaza, their hard stone surfaces fitted with sparring equipment, practice dummies, and advanced training droids. Here, younglings and Padawans hone their skills under the watchful eyes of instructors, often with Masters observing from the surrounding walkways.

Beyond the structured fields, the terrain opens up into a natural expanse of forest and rock. A gentle river winds through the landscape, its source a waterfall that cascades down from the cliffs nearby. This quiet area is often used for meditation, Force attunement exercises, and one-on-one training far from the bustle of the Temple interior. The grounds are both a proving ground and a sanctuary — a place where the Jedi learn not only to fight, but to listen, reflect, and grow.

Landing Zone​

Nestled just beyond the forested cliffs near the Jedi Temple, the Tython Landing Zone serves as the primary arrival and departure hub for Jedi, dignitaries, and allied forces. Fortified and well-organized, the zone is jointly protected by patrols from the Galactic Alliance and stationed Jedi Knights, ensuring the security of all visitors and supply movements.

While it maintains a militarized readiness, the zone also reflects the Jedi Order's values — calm, orderly, and efficient. For many, this is the first step on a journey into the heart of Jedi tradition and training.


SECURITY
Maximum: While the Jedi Temple on Tython is not hidden from records, its location deep within the Galactic Core ensures a natural layer of protection. The planet itself is safeguarded by the presence and patrols of the Galactic Alliance, whose military and intelligence apparatus keep hostile incursions at bay. On the ground, the Temple is defended by a layered security presence: Jedi Temple Guards, defense droids, automated perimeter sensors, and fortified checkpoints throughout the grounds. The terrain around the Temple — rocky cliffs, dense forests, and winding valleys — also adds natural protection, making a surprise assault difficult. Most of all, the Jedi themselves are ever vigilant, trained not only in the Force but in defense of the sanctum that now serves as the Order's heart.

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HISTORICAL INFORMATION
The Jedi Temple on Tython is one of the most ancient and storied places in the galaxy, predating even the formation of the Galactic Republic. Historically believed to be the birthplace of the Jedi Order, it once served as the heart of Jedi thought and training during the earliest days of Force exploration.

Following millennia of ruin, the Temple was partially restored and repurposed by various Jedi enclaves throughout history. But the resurgence of the Dark Empire led to the Temple's desecration and eventual destruction during a major assault. Now, in the wake of the Dark Empire's collapse, the Jedi have returned to Tython, where it was reconstructed under the guidance of the New Jedi Order, with Jonyna Si leading these reconstruction efforts.

Soon after, In a landmark move during the events of The Way Forward, Grandmaster Valery Noble of the New Jedi Order officially declared Tython — and its rebuilt Temple — as their new primary headquarters. This act not only honors the past but also sets a foundation for a future built on resilience, unity, and hope.

 

[Judah Lesan]

Valery Noble

[APPROVED]