World: Mnemosyne
Overview
| Sector | Albion Sector |
|---|---|
| System | Avira Teredan System |
| Population | Hundreds of residents, tens of thousands of visitors |
| Tech Level | TL4 |
| World Tags | Holy World, Psychic Crystals |
| Atmosphere | Breathable |
| Gravity | Standard |
| Temperature | Temperate |
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Planetary Description
Mnemosyne is one of the holiest Faiths of the Celestian Whiteleaf Faiths, harboring large settlements of devoted pilgrims. Each new arrival hopes to bathe in the sounds of of the holy psychic crystals that scatter its shimmering surface. The system’s remote beauty, outside the tight grip of any single major faction, invite curious explorers, bands of religious pilgrims, and researchers alike.
Society and Culture
| Cultural Traits | Description |
|---|---|
| Psionic Crystals | A constant psychic influence permeates the Atmosphere, which is welcomed by locals |
| Pilgrimage Culture | The society is transient and devotional. Most inhabitants are pilgrims on a temporary spiritual journey, residing in camps or at the Altar of Faith. The few hundred permanent residents are devout members of the Faith who facilitate the pilgrimages and tend to the holy sites. |
| Social Structure | Theistic |
|---|---|
| Religions and Beliefs | Celestian Whiteleafs |
| Languages | Standard |
Government and Factions
| Government Type | Primary Leader(s) |
|---|---|
| Council | Mnemosinic Faith: Arno Ferang Eleonora Maddaloni Alba Viggiano Grato Cuozzo |
| Faction | Goals | Influence Level (1-5) |
|---|---|---|
| Whiteleaf Council | Further Understanding of the Crystals. Conduct their rituals in piece | 4 |
| Danube Research Corp. | Keep their operations hidden, replicate Crystal effects. | 3 |
Economy and Trade
| Primary Industries | Religious Tourism, Crystal Harvesting, Research |
|---|---|
| Exports | Mnemosinic Crystals, Rare Biotech Reagents |
| Imports | Medical Supplies, Advanced Machinery, Water, Foodstuff |
| Currency | Cillings, Barter |
| Major Population Centers | Altar of Faith (primary settlement), various pilgrim camps and research outposts |
Planetary Conditions
| Weather Patterns | Tempereate, Mild Weather. Occasionally intense discharges during thunderstorms |
|---|---|
| Natural Hazards | - |
| Unique Flora and Fauna | The native life, if any, is not well-documented. It is theorized that any existing lifeforms have adapted to and may even utilize the psychic vibrations of the crystals. |
Notable Locations
| Location | Description |
|---|---|
| Altar of Faith | A cluster of domed temples near significant crystalline formations, serving as a primary pilgrimage destination and residence for a few high-ranking Whiteleaf members. |
| ”Lethe” Site-133 | A clandestine Danube Research Corporation black site dedicated to re-education, indoctrination, and enhanced interrogation, utilizing the local crystals to affect human memory and cognition. |
| Fields of Pausanias | A vast, breathtaking plain covered in smaller, grass-like crystals that emit a soft, chiming hum. Named after the ancient Terran geographer, these fields are a common pilgrimage route, with paths marked by generations of faithful travelers. It’s said one can get lost not in the geography, but in one’s own memories here. |
| Ouros Lydia | A jagged mountain range whose peaks are capped with massive, ruby-red crystals, a rare variant of the common Mnemosinic type. The Faiths consider this area a place of immense power, too dangerous for most pilgrims. Independent prospectors and Danube patrols, however, are drawn to the unique and potent resonant properties of the “Lydian Stones.” |
Typical Encounters
| Encounter | Type | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Pilgrim Procession | Civilian, Non-Hostile | Groups of faithful traveling between the Altar of Faith and various sites within the Crystalline Fields. |
| Danube Recon Patrols | Corporate, Potentially Hostile | Small, well-armed research squads from Danube Research Corp. surveying crystal sites, often wary of outsiders. |
| Independent Prospector | Neutral | Individuals or small groups attempting to illegally harvest Mnemosinic crystals, avoiding both the Faiths and Danube. |
Major Conflicts
| Conflict Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Faith vs. Corporation | The Celestian Whiteleaf Faiths view Danube’s research as a desecration of their holy sites and a perversion of the crystals’ purpose. This leads to tensions and protests. |
Adventure Hooks
- A high-ranking member of the Celestian Whiteleaf Faiths has gone on a solo pilgrimage into the deep Crystalline Fields and has not returned. They were last seen near a region known for powerful psychic feedback.
- Danube Research Corp. is looking to hire a deniable team to “acquire” a specific crystal sample from a heavily guarded Faiths’ temple, claiming it is vital for medical research that could save millions.
- A coded distress signal is being broadcast from “Lethe” Site 133. It could be a trap, a defector, or a prisoner who has managed to get a message out.
- An independent prospector claims to have found a way to safely navigate the hazardous inner asteroid fields and wants to hire a crew for a high-risk, high-reward crystal harvesting expedition.
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