Spirelle
Spirelle, a garden world nestled within the embrace of the The Third Imperium, exudes an air of tranquil prosperity. Its environment, favorable to most sophonts, nurtures a diverse populace numbering between one hundred million and a billion. Here, beneath the azure skies and amidst the verdant landscapes, one finds the estates of an Imperial knight, a baronet, a baron, and a viscount—each a noble steward overseeing the world’s affairs.
The world of Spirelle, part of the Lunion Subsector in the Spinward Marches Sector reflects the quiet grandeur of an Earth-like mid-tech civilization. Shielded by the Lunion Shield, Spirelle lacks the industrial might of high-technology worlds. Instead, it thrives on simpler, lower-value goods, trading its abundance for the advanced exports of worlds like Tenalphi and Adabicci. The dream of becoming a technological powerhouse remains elusive, yet Spirelle embraces its backwater status with a comfort born of steady, if modest, prosperity.
Maritime traffic forms the lifeblood of Spirelle’s internal transportation system. Its populous centers cling to coastlines, with the starport doubling as a major seaport. Here, the seamless flow of cargo in standardized containers speaks to a unique symbiosis between sea and space, marking one of Spirelle’s few competitive exports—the containers themselves.
Inland, the sparse population yields vast tracts of solitude, a setting well-suited to the needs of the Imperial Scout Service. The Scouts lease these remote expanses, establishing a base and survival training center, complete with its own spaceport. The base, extensive and isolated, serves as a crucible where Scout personnel refine their skills, including paramilitary training for hostage-rescue and the shadowy endeavors of ‘object retrieval’ missions.
The presence of the Scout Service on Spirelle resonates deeply with the local populace. Scouts, welcomed and celebrated, spend their liberty in starport cities, injecting a steady stream of Credits into the local economy. This relationship fuels high recruitment rates, as the allure of the Scout Service beckons the adventurous. For the government, the Scouts represent a cornerstone of economic stability and future development, driving decisions aimed at maintaining and expanding this crucial partnership. Proposals for expanded Scout facilities are a constant, though none have yet come to fruition.
Spirelle’s starport, a bustling hub, coexists with the planet’s largest seaport. Massive container ships ferry goods across the globe, seamlessly transitioning cargo between sea and space without the need for repacking. This logistical harmony underscores Spirelle’s economic interdependence with the wider galaxy.
In the social strata of Spirelle, the upper class adheres to a strict dress code, donning gowns, gloves, and decorated masks. Public exposure of naked skin is considered improper, with long sleeves, high necks, hoods, turbans, leg coverings, shoes, gloves, and masks marking polite society. These masks, symbols of status and wealth, are essential attire for the middle class and above, often becoming treasured possessions regardless of how rarely they are worn.
Spirelle’s history is one of resilience and adaptation. Settled around -7000 by the crew of a misjumped Droyne ship from Andor, the population grew to 130 million, maintaining stability for millennia. Initially isolated from the interstellar states around them, including the Sindalian Empire and the Old Darrians, Spirelle remained a bastion of peace, unaggressive and uninterested in trade despite achieving a tech level of 10.
The tides turned in 98, when merchant adventurer Annabel Rorise’s ship landed on Spirelle. During her enforced stay, she discovered the Droyne’s cautious interest in trade. Seizing the opportunity, she established a trade monopoly, founding Rorise Trading and a lasting merchant dynasty.
In 481, Vargr exiles from Gvurrdon settled on the empty Dawnworld, unaware of its desolate history. By 506, they were resettled on Spirelle, where their numbers remain small. Human settlers, too, have found their place on Spirelle, gradually encroaching upon Droyne territories, leading to a decline in the Droyne population from 130 million to 95 million over the last century.
Spirelle stands as a beacon of pastoral stability within the Imperium, its serene landscapes and intricate social fabric a testament to the enduring spirit of its diverse inhabitants.
The world of Spirelle, part of the Lunion Subsector in the Spinward Marches Sector reflects the quiet grandeur of an Earth-like mid-tech civilization. Shielded by the Lunion Shield, Spirelle lacks the industrial might of high-technology worlds. Instead, it thrives on simpler, lower-value goods, trading its abundance for the advanced exports of worlds like Tenalphi and Adabicci. The dream of becoming a technological powerhouse remains elusive, yet Spirelle embraces its backwater status with a comfort born of steady, if modest, prosperity.
Maritime traffic forms the lifeblood of Spirelle’s internal transportation system. Its populous centers cling to coastlines, with the starport doubling as a major seaport. Here, the seamless flow of cargo in standardized containers speaks to a unique symbiosis between sea and space, marking one of Spirelle’s few competitive exports—the containers themselves.
Inland, the sparse population yields vast tracts of solitude, a setting well-suited to the needs of the Imperial Scout Service. The Scouts lease these remote expanses, establishing a base and survival training center, complete with its own spaceport. The base, extensive and isolated, serves as a crucible where Scout personnel refine their skills, including paramilitary training for hostage-rescue and the shadowy endeavors of ‘object retrieval’ missions.
The presence of the Scout Service on Spirelle resonates deeply with the local populace. Scouts, welcomed and celebrated, spend their liberty in starport cities, injecting a steady stream of Credits into the local economy. This relationship fuels high recruitment rates, as the allure of the Scout Service beckons the adventurous. For the government, the Scouts represent a cornerstone of economic stability and future development, driving decisions aimed at maintaining and expanding this crucial partnership. Proposals for expanded Scout facilities are a constant, though none have yet come to fruition.
Spirelle’s starport, a bustling hub, coexists with the planet’s largest seaport. Massive container ships ferry goods across the globe, seamlessly transitioning cargo between sea and space without the need for repacking. This logistical harmony underscores Spirelle’s economic interdependence with the wider galaxy.
In the social strata of Spirelle, the upper class adheres to a strict dress code, donning gowns, gloves, and decorated masks. Public exposure of naked skin is considered improper, with long sleeves, high necks, hoods, turbans, leg coverings, shoes, gloves, and masks marking polite society. These masks, symbols of status and wealth, are essential attire for the middle class and above, often becoming treasured possessions regardless of how rarely they are worn.
Spirelle’s history is one of resilience and adaptation. Settled around -7000 by the crew of a misjumped Droyne ship from Andor, the population grew to 130 million, maintaining stability for millennia. Initially isolated from the interstellar states around them, including the Sindalian Empire and the Old Darrians, Spirelle remained a bastion of peace, unaggressive and uninterested in trade despite achieving a tech level of 10.
The tides turned in 98, when merchant adventurer Annabel Rorise’s ship landed on Spirelle. During her enforced stay, she discovered the Droyne’s cautious interest in trade. Seizing the opportunity, she established a trade monopoly, founding Rorise Trading and a lasting merchant dynasty.
In 481, Vargr exiles from Gvurrdon settled on the empty Dawnworld, unaware of its desolate history. By 506, they were resettled on Spirelle, where their numbers remain small. Human settlers, too, have found their place on Spirelle, gradually encroaching upon Droyne territories, leading to a decline in the Droyne population from 130 million to 95 million over the last century.
Spirelle stands as a beacon of pastoral stability within the Imperium, its serene landscapes and intricate social fabric a testament to the enduring spirit of its diverse inhabitants.
System Data
Monostellar System
| Star Name | Hierarchy | Category | Mass (Sol) | Temp (K) | Luminosity (Sol) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirelle Primary | Primary | Main Sequence | 0.95 | 5480 - 5550 | 0.83567 |
| Unit | Diameter | Min Distance | Hab Zone | Jump Shadow | M-Drive Limit |
| AU | 0.0043 | 0.0758 | 0.88 - 1.56 | 0.43 | 4.3 |
| Orbit # | * | * | 3 | 1 | 6 |
Spinward Marches 1927
C766846-8
Starport - C (Routine)
- Only unrefined fuel available
- Reasonable repair facilities present
- 11,200 km
- Standard Gravity (0.70g - 0.94g)
- Standard
- Breathable
- 60% water
- 100,000,000
- Representative Democracy
- Government by elected representatives
- Restricts: Weapons, Drugs, Psionics
- Moderate Law
- All firearms except shotguns prohibited.
- Pre-Stellar (superconductors)
- Ga
- Ri
- Scout
Prohibited
- Weapons: All firearms except shotguns and stunners; carrying weapons discouraged.
- Drugs: Combat drugs.
- Drugs: Addictive narcotics.
- Drugs: Anagathics.
- Drugs: Fast and Slow drugs.
- Psionics: Use of all psionic, powers restricted to government psionicists.
- Psionics: Possession of psionic drugs banned.
Type
Planet
Location under
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