Kae'rat Penitentiary (kaeˈɾat)
A space station intended originally as a general trade and research station, it was converted into a prison for POWs of the Fifth World War, when the The Coalition of a thousand Free Worlds began its assault. Located in the L5, the fifth Lagrange point between Rakt'Akla and Ak'Thakra, it is very out-of-the-way, and is kept as a secret from most.
Purpose / Function
Originally founded as a general station, mainly specializing in trade and research of the various lifeforms on Ak'Thakra and the effect of a tidally locked world, it functioned as that for a few decades. When the fifth world war began, the station was refitted by the coalition's request. It was made into a prison, housing POWs. Conveniently in L5, away from any real traffic or settlement, in a relatively unnotable solar system, the prison was kept a secret and used throughout the war.
Alterations
When the station was converted into a prison, most of the research areas, rooms, and storages were converted into various cells, wards and the like. Most hangars stayed the same, and the defenses were bolstered.
Architecture
Very brutalist, although some remnants of the old style remain, in some neglected areas. These are very varied, and generally decorated and made appealing. The current design style is dark grey, with red and white highlights and lights. The various cells and wards are kept shut via electrified walls and, if need be, hardened plasma for the toughest of places.
Defenses
Hundreds of point defense turrets, as well as several hangars and docks, capable of readying ships fast. The station also has heavier ordnance, mainly railguns, as well as multi-layer shields.
History
The station itself was built in 2845, as a trading post, but was taken over by Coalition forces and turned into a prison station near the beginning of the Fifth World War. It has worked as a prison, holding mostly POWs of the region, and has also served as something of a blacksite. Destroyed in 2879 by Quaken and Skejon.
RUINED STRUCTURE
2879
2879
Founding Date
2845
Alternative Names
L5 Prison Station
Type
Prison
Parent Location
Owning Organization
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