World: Cognac
Overview
| Sector | Albion |
|---|---|
| System | Charenet |
| Population | Thousands |
| Tech Level | TL4 |
| World Tags | Research Hub, Pretech Relic |
| Atmosphere | Thin (requires respirators or sealed environments) |
| Gravity | Low |
| Temperature | Cold |
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Planetary Description
Cognac is a small, rocky moon orbiting Charenet, known primarily for its Pretech Spire. The Spire is less imposing than its counterpart on Charenet but is nonetheless a focal point for researchers from across the sector. The moon’s surface is marked by frozen landscapes, scattered with metallic craters, suggesting ancient mining activity. Most of the population resides within domed cities or underground habitats, with infrastructure dedicated to supporting the researchers and scholars who study the Spire.
Society and Culture
| Cultural Traits | Description |
|---|---|
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| Social Structure | Placeholder (e.g., Tribal, Feudal, Corporatist, Democratic) |
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| Religions and Beliefs | Placeholder (e.g., Ancestor Worship, State Religion, None) |
| Languages | Placeholder (e.g., Standard, Local Dialects) |
Government and Factions
| Government Type | Primary Leader(s) |
|---|---|
| Research Collective | Lead Archivist Dr. Emil Ors |
| Faction | Goals | Influence Level (1-5) |
|---|---|---|
| Archivo Urkantone | Decode the Pretech Spire and archive findings. | 4 |
| Charenet Driveyards | Leverage discoveries for propulsion and shipbuilding. | 3 |
Economy and Trade
| Primary Industries | Pretech research, academic publishing |
|---|---|
| Exports | Research data, Pretech fragments |
| Imports | Specialized equipment, food supplies, energy resources |
| Currency | Cillings |
Planetary Conditions
| Weather Patterns | Minimal atmosphere; consistent cold temperatures |
|---|---|
| Natural Hazards | Radiation from solar flares due to thin atmosphere |
| Unique Flora and Fauna | None; moon is barren and inhospitable |
Notable Locations
| Location | Description |
|---|---|
| Cognac Spire | A smaller Pretech Spire under active study by the Archivo Urkantone. |
| Domus Research Complex | A sprawling facility housing laboratories and the moon’s primary population. |
| Lunar Excavation Sites | Ancient mining pits that occasionally yield Pretech fragments. |
Typical Encounters
| Encounter | Type | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Pretech Anomalies | Exploration | Unusual energy surges near the Spire. |
| Research Teams | Diplomatic | Interactions with scholars and archivists. |
Major Conflicts
| Conflict Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Data Sabotage | Competing factions attempt to steal or corrupt sensitive research. |
| Power Struggles | Disputes between researchers over ethical use of Pretech findings. |
Adventure Hooks
- Spire Signal: A mysterious signal is detected emanating from the Cognac Spire, sparking a race to uncover its origin.
- The Lost Expedition: An older research team vanished near an excavation site. Clues point to a discovery they made shortly before their disappearance.
- Unstable Grounds: Mining activity near ancient ruins triggers a seismic event, threatening to destroy the Domus Research Complex unless immediate action is taken.
Additional Details
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