Atos Vodus
Son of Suns
OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION
- Intent: Create a major trade hub for Thyrsus and for where the Sun Guard inhabits
- Image Credit: https://www.deviantart.com/mholtsmeier/art/An-image-of-a-futuristic-Roman-city-with-954281212
- Canon: N/A
- Permissions: N/A
- Links: Thyrsus; Home of the Thyrsian People.
- City Name: Thyrsia
- Classification: Metropolis
- Location: Thyrsus
- Affiliation: Thyrsian Senate Government
- Population: Crowded - 1 billion
- Demographics: Primarily human, with large numbers of Twi'lek, Ithorian, Duros, Devaronian, Rodian, and Bith, respectively. There are other species, as Thyrsia is no xenophobic, but a market paradise.
- Wealth: Wealthy - Thyrsia's wealth is attributed to its strategic location as a major trade hub, facilitating commerce between various star systems. The city's prosperity also stems from the exploitation of valuable planetary resources and its role as a center for both commerce and culture.
- Stability: High - Despite its tumultuous past during the civil war with the Echani, Thyrsia achieved stability through the establishment of an inclusive government, ensuring the representation of all citizens. The city maintains peace through a disciplined security force, combining the Thyrsian National Guard and the watchful eyes of the Sun Guard, providing a sense of order and safety.
- Freedom & Oppression: Thyrsia prides itself on the principles of civic freedom, where individuals have the opportunity to become citizens through various means. The government promotes a sense of liberty, encouraging an open society where citizens are free to pursue their ambitions. The ruling body emphasizes cooperation and unity, rather than oppressive measures.
- Description: Thyrsia, a sprawling metropolis, stands as a testament to the resilience of the Thyrsian people. Towering spires and grand structures dot the landscape, adorned with symbols representing the city's rich history. The bustling streets weave through districts dedicated to trade, culture, and government, creating a vibrant tapestry of Thyrsian life. While Thyrsus is an Arid planet, Thyrsia has been able to cultivate the land with their increased trade and welcoming of other species and cultures. Absorbing them into their citizenship, has allowed Thyrsia to grow in not just wealth, but more grass than sand.
-Solar Bastion District:
--At the city's heart lies the Solar Bastion, a grand fortress reminiscent of ancient citadels. This district houses the headquarters of the Senate, including training grounds for the local guard, command centers, and the Supreme Sun Guardian's residence.
-Market Bazaar:
--The vibrant Market Bazaar is a bustling center of commerce, where traders from distant worlds converge to exchange goods, weapons, and artifacts. The air is filled with the hum of activity and the intermingling of various languages. In the center is a tall Trade Spire, looking over, where it shines light down which makes the bazaar always "open for business."
-Temple of Solis Decretum:
--Dominating the skyline, the Temple of Solis Decretum is a majestic structure dedicated to the Sun Guard's guiding principles. Pilgrims and Sun Guard members alike visit this sacred place for spiritual guidance, ceremonies, and to pay homage to the Sun Gods.
-Sunlit Quarters:
--The residential quarters are a network of closely-knit neighborhoods where Sun Guard members and their families dwell. The architecture echoes a harmonious blend of functional design and communal living.
-Harmony Haven:
--The entertainment district, known as Harmony Haven, boasts taverns, theaters, and arenas for combat exhibitions. It's a vibrant space for Sun Guard members to unwind during their off-duty hours.
-Sentinel Outpost:
--Positioned strategically, the Sentinel Outpost is a fortified zone dedicated to defense and training. Barracks, weapon storage facilities, and tactical training grounds are scattered across this area. While the Solar Bastion has training grounds for the local guard, this is the headquarters of the local guard.
-Solar Outpost:
--Positioned just outside of the city, this Military Outpost is a fortification dedicated to the Sun Guard. It includes barracks, weapon storage facilities, and tactical training grounds for the Sun Guard's military endeavors.
-Senate Plaza:
--Symbolizing Thyrsia's commitment to open governance, the Senate Plaza is a space for diplomatic discussions, strategy planning, and public addresses. It is adorned with statues commemorating Sun Guard heroes and leaders.
-Dionysus Eleutherius
--The first and Aqueduct built by Thyrsia to bring fresh water to the city, from powerful Moisture Vaporators and underground wells.
SECURITY
Medium - Thyrsia's security apparatus is a harmonious blend of the Thyrsian National Guard and the vigilant Sun Guard. The Thyrsian National Guard, with its disciplined police force, maintains order within the city's borders, responding promptly to civilian concerns and maintaining a visible presence in key areas. The Sun Guard, acting as the city's shield, oversees external threats and collaborates with the planetary defense forces to ensure the safety of Thyrsia.
HISTORICAL INFORMATION
Thyrsia's history is deeply intertwined with the echoes of the Begali Uprising and the Pact of Almera. As the red suns of Thyrsus adorned military units, the Sun Guard emerged from the chaos as a force dedicated to protecting the newly independent city. Thyrsia's inclusive policies were established during the post-war period, opening its doors to citizens from various backgrounds, fostering a sense of unity and shared destiny. The civil war remains a defining chapter, influencing Thyrsia's commitment to freedom and its vibrant cultural mosaic. The Trade Spire, once a symbol of strife, now stands as a beacon of economic prosperity, facilitating trade and cultural exchange. Thyrsia, with its grandeur and resilience, continues to shape its destiny, embracing the future while honoring its storied past.
More recently, Thyrsia only became a major hub of trade and green pastures only after the newly found freedom after the Echani had once again controlled the planet. Thyrsia was not allowed to breathe, but when it found it's second coming of freedom, is when the ground started to turn green. It was one of the only few havens on the planet where many Thyrsians flocked back to after it was rid of Echani control. It saw Imperial boots for a time, but thankfully, it went under the radar enough. Though, probably due to the bribes and wealth it gave to keep the shackles away.
With the creation of Thyrsia's great many Aqueducts, it with new land cultivators from the galaxy, began to breathe life into the soil around the city, making it fertile. This has caused much of the ground within the city and outside, a lush green, instead of a pale desert. From an orbital view of the planet, Thyrsia appears as a great white, chalky dot, with a lush green circle filling around it. This has become the start of new life for Thyrsus, and although it may not make the entire planet green, due to the heat, it does bring about myths and religions about an oasis in the desert.
Since joining the Galactic Alliance around 900ABY, it has certainly enjoyed an influx of even more wealth and citizenry. With the planets admittance into the Galactic Alliance, it has also seen newfound safety and protection, making it an even better choice than before to trade with and be a location for business. Although, while the rest of the planet has seen much more inclusion of Galactic Alliance culture, aesthetics, and even flags... Thyrsia still behaves as best it can as an independent city-state, and strictly staying to its culture that it has created, with the mix of Thyrsian and galactic influence.
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