Tycho I

Imports & Exports

Tycho I has vast precious metal and mineral resources and is the planets primary export. Water is a scarce commodity and is the primary export. Tycho I is being re-settled by the Etolarians colonists who had to evacuate at the height of a major rebellion by the Ak-Kator Rebels (see below) and thier Orc allies. The rebellion has mostly ended.

Climate

Tycho I is the closest planet to the sun. To avoid the heat, much of Tycho's inhabitants escape the heat in vast underground networks.
The average Rainfall is <1 in. / year. As such, there are no long standing rivers, lakes or oceans on Tycho, however there are dry gullies and lake beds that do see water in the rare flash flood. The windswept surface is prone to dust storms.

Government

The larger cities of Tycho I have purchased extended charters from the Etolarian Empire for greater autonomy. Every colonial city on Tycho I participates in the Tycho Congress

Groups

• Ta-urach -The indigenous humans are known as the Ta-Urach. Many assimilated into the Etolarian culture.
• Tychon & Etolarian ) - Because Tycho I is a colonial world, the majority of people trace their roots to Etolar.
• Ak-Kator Rebels - The Ta-urach that resisted and did not assimilate are known as the Ak-Kator Rebels. The rebels have been driven to the remotest of areas, hidden in caves underground or lurking in the seedy underbellies of the larger cities.
• Thri-kreen - An "upper cast" of thri-kreen (exhibiting a higher intelligence and social skills) make up a very small minority of the population.

Major Cities

• Adalon - A high elevation mining town. "Scrappers" harvest some snow for water.
• Kataran - the capital and oldest city, located on the equator
• Beryl - named after the abundant beryl mines in the area
• Copperport - The main spaceport
• Ophir - Home of the largest gold mine
• Red Rock - Adjacent to Predominant Gorge and limited sources of water
• Sulfer Cliffs - Perched above a volcanc river, an eclectic group of rare-mineral and gem mining communities

Mountain Ranges

• Jakorat Mountain Range Mountain Range(landmark)
• Kurdola Mountain Range Mountains(location) - A volcanic range of mountains with vast mineral and mental wealth

Dune Seas

• Benot Wastes - A flat plane at the base of the Jakorat Mountain Range Mountain Range(landmark)
• The Devil's Bowl - connects to The Great Worm Dune Sea by Predominant Gorge and Bridge.
• The Devil's Cup Dune Sea - Another Thri-Kreen nest.
• Graffka dune sea - one of the many "seas" of sand. Home to a large Thri-Kreen nest and the Temple of Isis.
• The Great Worm Dune Sea - The largest dune sea on Tycho I - home to ferocious Purple Worms.

Other Features

• Thunderail - A steam powered rail line operating from Copperport to Adalon and all stops between.
• Aknaptholis - A sprawling ruins built by the ancients.
• The Grand Solarium of Pelor
• Archaeological sites - numerous archaeological sites (such as The Proving Ground of the Ancients are well preserved due to the dry atmosphere.
• The Prime Circle is inactive (damaged).
• Wortham University - A major university at Kataran
• Temple of Isis

Maps

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  Tycho I map

Planet Attributes

Ancient Name: Kakthamtos
Circumference: 600 mi
Climate: Arid
Orbit: 1
Population: 85,800 pre-war (human), 4,000 post-war (human)
Rotation: Retrograde, 2 day/night cycles every 24 hours

Special Rules

Water is a precious commodity on Tycho I - Water is consumed at twice the normal rate when above ground.
Certain water based spells are not as effective due to the dry conditions:

• Create Water only creates 1/4 the normal amount and can't create more than 20 gallons per casting, regardless of spell level.
• Create Food and Water only creates 10 gallons
• Control Water Flood feature only raises water level 5 ft.

Due to dust and brilliant sunshine, Perception and Investigation while outside are at a disadvantage without sun-goggles (5gp).