Starfish Point Manor

Starfish Point Manor, owned by the Arthinian Government, is a significant agricultural hub on Solana Island. The plantation is known for its production of high-quality sugar, tobacco, and cotton, relying heavily on the labor of enslaved halflings and gnomes. The estate’s tropical climate, fertile soil, and extensive infrastructure support its robust agricultural output, making it a key economic asset for the region.

Demographics

Starfish Point Manor is a large agricultural estate primarily inhabited by enslaved workers, predominantly halflings and gnomes, who labor in the sugar, tobacco, and cotton fields. The population also includes human and elven overseers, administrators, and a small contingent of guards. The total population of the plantation includes hundreds of workers and dozens of overseers and support staff.

Government

The plantation is governed by the Arthinian Government, which appoints an overseer to manage daily operations. This overseer ensures that production targets are met and that the plantation operates efficiently. The overseer reports to regional Arthinian officials responsible for multiple plantations in the Azure Isles.

Defences

Security Forces: A contingent of guards employed by the Arthinian Government to maintain order and prevent uprisings. Natural Barriers: The plantation’s location with natural boundaries like dense forests and rocky shores provides some protection.

Industry & Trade

Sugar Production: The primary industry, with sugarcane processed and exported for use in various products. Tobacco Production: Cultivation and processing of tobacco leaves for export. Cotton Production: Growing and ginning of cotton, which is then shipped to various markets. Trade: Processed goods are exported to other parts of the Azure Isles and beyond, generating significant revenue for the Arthinian Government.

Infrastructure

Starfish Point Manor features extensive infrastructure to support its large-scale agricultural activities:
Roads and Paths: Well-maintained dirt and gravel roads connect the fields, processing facilities, and living quarters. Processing Facilities: Facilities for refining sugar, drying and packing tobacco, and ginning cotton. Housing: Enslaved workers live in basic, communal barracks, while overseers and administrative staff reside in more comfortable quarters. Irrigation Systems: Advanced irrigation systems ensure consistent water supply for the fields.

Districts

The Fields: Expansive areas dedicated to growing sugarcane, tobacco, and cotton. Processing District: Facilities for refining sugar, drying and packing tobacco, and ginning cotton. Slave Quarters: Cramped, communal housing for the enslaved workers. Overseer’s Quarters: Comfortable housing for overseers and administrative staff. Market Area: A small area where goods and services are traded among the workers and with visiting traders.

Assets

Sugarcane Fields: Extensive plantations that produce high-quality sugarcane. Tobacco Fields: Fields dedicated to growing high-quality tobacco leaves. Cotton Fields: Large areas dedicated to growing cotton. Processing Facilities: Facilities for refining sugar, drying and packing tobacco, and ginning cotton. Labor Force: Enslaved workers who ensure the plantation's productivity. Irrigation Systems: Vital for maintaining crop health and yield.

Points of interest

The Great House: The main residence and administrative center of the plantation overseer. Sugar Refinery: The largest facility for refining sugarcane. Tobacco Drying Barns: Facilities where tobacco leaves are dried and prepared for export. Cotton Gin: A facility for processing cotton. The Market Square: An area where goods and services are exchanged. The Irrigation Canal: A feat of engineering that supplies water to the fields.

Tourism

Tourism is minimal due to the plantation’s focus on production and the presence of slavery, but there are occasional visitors:
Educational Tours: Scholars and agricultural experts visit to study the plantation’s operations and innovations. Government Inspections: Regular visits from Arthinian officials to ensure compliance and efficiency.

Architecture

The architecture on Starfish Point Manor is functional and utilitarian:
Slave Quarters: Simple, cramped structures designed for practicality. Processing Facilities: Industrial buildings focused on efficiency. Overseer’s House: A more elaborate structure that combines functionality with an element of prestige.

Geography

Located on Solana Island, directly west of Dorada, Starfish Point Manor features fertile, flat lands ideal for agriculture. The island's geographic features include sandy beaches, rocky shores, and dense vegetation.

Climate

Starfish Point Manor enjoys a tropical climate:
Warm Temperatures: Consistently warm year-round, ideal for sugar, tobacco, and cotton cultivation. High Humidity: Supports the lush growth of crops. Seasonal Rainfall: Heavy rains during the wet season ensure the fields remain fertile and productive.

Natural Resources

Fertile Soil: Rich, volcanic soil perfect for agriculture. Freshwater: Abundant from seasonal rains and the irrigation canal. Sugarcane, Tobacco, and Cotton: The primary crops, providing significant economic value.

Population

175

Location under

Solana