Terra (planet)

For the Terra System, see Terra.

Terra : Terra III
System		Terra
Type		Planet
Classification		Super-Earth
Habitable		Yes
Affiliation		United Empire of Earth
Senator		Mira Ngo, Kelos Albervar
Location		UEE space ├ Terra system └─ Orbiting Terra Nova
Natural Satellites		1
Artificial Satellites		3
Landing Zones		3

Terra III, commonly referred to by its system's name was the twelfth planet colonized by the United Empire of Earth. It has made great strides towards becoming the cultural focus of the Empire.

While die-hard Earth loyalists would dispute such a claim, there is no doubt that Terra has its finger on the pulse of the civilized galaxy. From the increasing inflow of megacorporate HQs to the system to the influence of Terranoriginated music on popular culture, Terra is unquestionably the closest thing to a rival Earth has ever produced. In four centuries, owing to its jump network and location, it has evolved into a massive trade hub. Kiel, Baker, Kilian and other name systems are short hops from the star. The world's plentiful resources, cultivated carefully so as not to impact the environment, have fueled the Empire's Eastern Expansion Program. Terra is home to Song University, named after the planet's discoverer and known for teaching Banu culture.

Discovery

Wei-Yin Song, one of the lead surveyors for the UNE's Eastern Expansion Program, was the first citizen to discover Terra (known as 342A.03M at the time) in 2516. Scans and scouting missions confirmed the presence of a naturally oxygen-based atmosphere, indigenous vegetation, vast oceans, and temperate climates. Deep in the southern region, a scout team discovered remnants of a rock formation, indicating that they were arranged that way but they didn't discover any indication of intelligent life. The team went on to suggest the planet should establish a forward operating base for terraforming and expansion into the adjoining systems. Upon discovery, this naturally-occurring oxygen-based planet seemed like an untouched Earth and so they named it Terra as a reflection for the birthplace of Humanity. Over the centuries, Terra has grown into one of the jewels of the Empire, becoming a political and cultural force. Home to the Transitionalist political movement who believe that Terra better represents the future of the UEE than the current capital, Earth.

Senator

• Senator Mira Ngo (T- Terra - Terra Sys)
• Senator Kelos Albervar (T – Terra – Terra Sys) serves on the Subcommittee on Commerce & Trade.

Major Locations

Prime

The capital city of Terra is Prime, a beautiful bayside mega-city built on the foundations of two of the original colony ships.

Quasi

Terra's second-largest city is Quasi, it is located in the colder southern hemisphere.

New Austin

New Austin, another initial colonization point, is as close as Terra comes to an industrial city.

Other Locations

Ankorum

Located in the northern hemisphere, home to a defunct space forces training facility.

Kutaram

Home to replica ship manufacturer Esperia, whose headquarters can be found in Asox Tower.

State of Vastac

Vastac is located in a tropical region of Terra and borders the Anasazi Sea. Natural habitat of the Emperor Bloom. It is quite likely that Prime is located in Vastac.

Magnetic Ridge

The Magnetic Ridge is a famous landmark on Terra, oft compared with the Grand Canyon on Earth.

Terra University

Established University, i.a. with a chair in Geological Studies.

Natural Satellites

Eda

Though Eda is similar in mass to Sol 3a, its close orbit around Terra causes more extreme tides than are found on Earth.

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