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Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T17:54:33Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama:

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line comemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as "5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Mecetti Dairy cream liqueurs
** Caramel
** Sweet Cream
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** "Apple of My Eye" (apple)
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** "Pear-Shaped" (pear)
** "Shuura Thing" (shuura)
** Sour citrus
** Sweet citrus
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Sesharilian Black vodka
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])
* Syrup Liqueurs
** Camellia (tea)
** Cinnamon
** Crème de cacao
** Kasiyan spiceberry
** Mint
** "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, including:

* The Cerasus Sour (1oz Darth Cerasus cherry whiskey, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink)
* The Kir Katarn (Katarn black ruby wine, Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur)
* The Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice)
* The T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water)
* Zeltron Jet Fuel (Dragostae Zeltron spear-grain alcohol, "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T17:53:29Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama:

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line comemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as "5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Mecetti Dairy cream liqueurs
** Caramel
** Sweet Cream
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** "Apple of My Eye" (apple)
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** "Pear-Shaped" (pear)
** "Shuura Thing" (shuura)
** Sour citrus
** Sweet citrus
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Sesharilian Black vodka
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]]
* Syrup Liqueurs
** Camellia (tea)
** Cinnamon
** Crème de cacao
** Kasiyan spiceberry
** Mint
** "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, including:

* The Cerasus Sour (1oz Darth Cerasus cherry whiskey, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink)
* The Kir Katarn (Katarn black ruby wine, Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur)
* The Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice)
* The T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water)
* Zeltron Jet Fuel (Dragostae Zeltron spear-grain alcohol, "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T17:49:09Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama:

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line comemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as "5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Mecetti Dairy cream liqueurs
** Caramel
** Sweet Cream
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** "Apple of My Eye" (apple)
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** "Pear-Shaped" (pear)
** "Shuura Thing" (shuura)
** Sour citrus
** Sweet citrus
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Sesharilian Black vodka
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]]
* Syrup Liqueurs
** Cinnamon
** Crème de cacao
** Kasiyan spiceberry
** "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, including:

* The Cerasus Sour (1oz Darth Cerasus cherry whiskey, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink)
* The Kir Katarn (Katarn black ruby wine, Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur)
* The Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice)
* The T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water)
* Zeltron Jet Fuel (Dragostae Zeltron spear-grain alcohol, "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T17:38:56Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: Removing a duplicate

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line comemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as "5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Marid Plains spice liqueurs
** Cinnamon
** Kasiyan spiceberry
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** "Apple of My Eye" (apple)
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** "Pear-Shaped" (pear)
** "Shuura Thing" (shuura)
** Sour citrus
** Sweet citrus
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Sesharilian Black vodka
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]]
* Tea sweet liqueurs
* "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, including:

* The Cerasus Sour (1oz Darth Cerasus cherry whiskey, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink)
* The Kir Katarn (Katarn black ruby wine, Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur)
* The Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice)
* The T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water)
* Zeltron Jet Fuel (Dragostae Zeltron spear-grain alcohol, "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T16:58:56Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey */ Typo

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line comemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as "5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Marid Plains spice liqueurs
** Cinnamon
** Kasiyan spiceberry
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** "Apple of My Eye" (apple)
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** "Peachy Keen" (peach)
** "Pear-Shaped" (pear)
** "Shuura Thing" (shuura)
** Sour citrus
** Sweet citrus
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Sesharilian Black vodka
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]]
* Tea sweet liqueurs
* "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, including:

* The Cerasus Sour (1oz Darth Cerasus cherry whiskey, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink)
* The Kir Katarn (Katarn black ruby wine, Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur)
* The Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice)
* The T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water)
* Zeltron Jet Fuel (Dragostae Zeltron spear-grain alcohol, "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T16:58:14Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Product Offerings */ Typo

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line comemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Marid Plains spice liqueurs
** Cinnamon
** Kasiyan spiceberry
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** "Apple of My Eye" (apple)
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** "Peachy Keen" (peach)
** "Pear-Shaped" (pear)
** "Shuura Thing" (shuura)
** Sour citrus
** Sweet citrus
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Sesharilian Black vodka
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]]
* Tea sweet liqueurs
* "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, including:

* The Cerasus Sour (1oz Darth Cerasus cherry whiskey, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink)
* The Kir Katarn (Katarn black ruby wine, Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur)
* The Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice)
* The T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water)
* Zeltron Jet Fuel (Dragostae Zeltron spear-grain alcohol, "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T16:57:47Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: Moved the Cerasus Sour to Recipes

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Marid Plains spice liqueurs
** Cinnamon
** Kasiyan spiceberry
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** "Apple of My Eye" (apple)
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** "Peachy Keen" (peach)
** "Pear-Shaped" (pear)
** "Shuura Thing" (shuura)
** Sour citrus
** Sweet citrus
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Sesharilian Black vodka
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]]
* Tea sweet liqueurs
* "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, including:

* The Cerasus Sour (1oz Darth Cerasus cherry whiskey, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink)
* The Kir Katarn (Katarn black ruby wine, Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur)
* The Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice)
* The T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water)
* Zeltron Jet Fuel (Dragostae Zeltron spear-grain alcohol, "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T16:54:36Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Standard Line */ Typo

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Marid Plains spice liqueurs
** Cinnamon
** Kasiyan spiceberry
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** "Apple of My Eye" (apple)
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** "Peachy Keen" (peach)
** "Pear-Shaped" (pear)
** "Shuura Thing" (shuura)
** Sour citrus
** Sweet citrus
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Sesharilian Black vodka
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]]
* Tea sweet liqueurs
* "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, including:

* The Kir Katarn (Katarn black ruby wine, Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur)
* The Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice)
* The T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water)
* Zeltron Jet Fuel (Dragostae Zeltron spear-grain alcohol, "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T16:53:35Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Standard Line */ Adding stupid punny names

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Marid Plains spice liqueurs
** Cinnamon
** Kasiyan spiceberry
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** "Apple of My Eye" (apple)
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** "Peachy Keen" (peach)
** "Pear-Shaped (pear)
** Shuura
** Sour citrus
** Sweet citrus
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Sesharilian Black vodka
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]]
* Tea sweet liqueurs
* "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, including:

* The Kir Katarn (Katarn black ruby wine, Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur)
* The Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice)
* The T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water)
* Zeltron Jet Fuel (Dragostae Zeltron spear-grain alcohol, "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T16:37:48Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: More Distillery RP changes.

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Marid Plains spice liqueurs
** Cinnamon
** Kasiyan spiceberry
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** Apple
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** Pear
** Shuura
** Sour citrus
** Sweet citrus
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Sesharilian Black vodka
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]]
* Tea sweet liqueurs
* "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, including:

* The Kir Katarn (Katarn black ruby wine, Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur)
* The Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice)
* The T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water)
* Zeltron Jet Fuel (Dragostae Zeltron spear-grain alcohol, "Wake-Up Juice" triple-brewed caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T16:31:21Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Standard Line */

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Marid Plains spice liqueurs
** Cinnamon
** Kasiyan spiceberry
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** Apple
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** Pear
** Shuura
** Sour citrus
** Sweet citrus
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Sesharilian Black vodka
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]]
* Tea sweet liqueurs
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, such as the Kir Katarn (either KED&V Sesharilian Black vodka or KED&V black ruby malbec, zsajhira berry liqueur), the Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice), the T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water), and Zeltron Jet Fuel (Zeltron spear-grain alcohol or ''tihaar'', triple-percolated caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T16:29:57Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Standard Line */ Forgot a couple

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Marid Plains spice liqueurs
** Cinnamon
** Kasiyan spiceberry
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** Apple
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** Pear
** Shuura
** Sour citrus
** Sweet citrus
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])
* Tea sweet liqueurs
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, such as the Kir Katarn (either KED&V Sesharilian Black vodka or KED&V black ruby malbec, zsajhira berry liqueur), the Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice), the T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water), and Zeltron Jet Fuel (Zeltron spear-grain alcohol or ''tihaar'', triple-percolated caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T16:28:59Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Standard Line */ Adding more drinks for the Distillery RPs

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Marid Plains spice liqueurs
** Cinnamon
** Kasiyan spiceberry
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** Apple
** Black Grape
** Blueberry
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** Pear
** Shuura
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])
* Tea sweet liqueurs
* Various other spirits (TBD)

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, such as the Kir Katarn (either KED&V Sesharilian Black vodka or KED&V black ruby malbec, zsajhira berry liqueur), the Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice), the T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water), and Zeltron Jet Fuel (Zeltron spear-grain alcohol or ''tihaar'', triple-percolated caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T16:24:08Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Specialty Line */ Adding more drinks for the Distillery RPs

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** Apple
** Black Grape
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** Pear
** Shuura
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])
* Tea sweet liqueurs

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]], in clear and green varieties

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, such as the Kir Katarn (either KED&V Sesharilian Black vodka or KED&V black ruby malbec, zsajhira berry liqueur), the Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice), the T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water), and Zeltron Jet Fuel (Zeltron spear-grain alcohol or ''tihaar'', triple-percolated caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-14T16:23:28Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Standard Line */ Adding more drinks for the Distillery RPs

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
* Mytilene Gardens fruit liqueurs
** Apple
** Black Grape
** Dark Cherry
** Jogan-fruit
** Meiloorun
** Mint
** Pear
** Shuura
* ''Oya'lab Pirun'' ("Water of Living") jewel-fruit [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Storm-Tossed dark spiced rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])
* Tea sweet liqueurs

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, such as the Kir Katarn (either KED&V Sesharilian Black vodka or KED&V black ruby malbec, zsajhira berry liqueur), the Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice), the T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water), and Zeltron Jet Fuel (Zeltron spear-grain alcohol or ''tihaar'', triple-percolated caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Mytilene

2025-04-07T14:54:20Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: Added Lake Pittacus, renamed New Mecetti.

Mytilene is a sprawling agricultural estate on the Taldryan-controlled planet of [[Kasiya]].

==Geography==

[[File:Mytilene-map.png|thumb|Location of Mytilene on Kasiya]]

Located in the forested foothills of the Scios Range, north of [[Port Kasiya]], Mytilene is a 10,000-acre reserve set aside for the use of the [[Taldryan Republic]]. It was purchased in 39 ABY at the direction of outgoing Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], to be placed under the management of the new agricultural division of TEAD Technologies. There, Mytilene would become the home of several of Taldryan's best-loved commercial enterprises.

==Local Attractions==

===Lake Pittacus===

A large lake on one side of Mytilene City, used for fishing and watersports. Rumours abound of some kind of leviathan living in the lake, but have never been confirmed.

===Mytilene City===

Thanks to Mytilene's proximity to both Port Kasiya and the Scios Range, a number of wealthy residents of Port Kasiya's Eastwood district have built alpine vacation cottages at the northern end of Mytilene. The rapidly-growing resort town already features a number of small businesses that cater to visiting elites, as well as a regular luxury shuttle service. The former Consul, Erinyes, also maintains a private villa just outside of the city.

===Skala Thermi===

A short ride from New Mecetti, the Skala Thermi hot springs are nestled deep in the Scios Foothills. They are a popular tourist attraction, and have already gained a local reputation for having healing properties.

===The Getaway===

Known simply as "the getaway" among Taldryan members, Mytilene offers a combination wilderness reserve and excursion staging point for Taldryanites and their guests who want to explore the Scios Range for kyber crystals, hunt game in the forested foothills, or just venture off into the wilderness for an unspecified period of time. Several plots of land the Getaway have been reserved for Taldryanites to build secluded personal residences, without having to deal with the outlandish prices in the New Mecetti real estate market.

Most of the Getaway is open for members to roam as they please, but two sections are strictly controlled. One is the Supreme Chancellor's official country estate, where the Chancellor may host high-level diplomatic meetings. The other is the Emergency Strategic Complex, a sprawling bunker built into and underneath a mountain, intended to serve as an emergency command centre in the event of a threat to Port Kasiya.

==Residents==

In the short amount of time it has been established, Mytilene has already become home to a small but thriving community.

===Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)===

{{Main|Kasiya Estates}}

Despite its idyllic surroundings, Mytilene is also a bustling agricultural production centre. Kasiya Estates Beverage Company operates a sprawling distillery, winery, farms, and vineyards that covers a large portion of Mytilene's agricultural reserve, growing grains, grapes, and other fruits. This includes the Kasiya Black variety of grape developed by TEAD Technologies, which produces an inky-black wine used in one version of the cocktail known as the Kir Katarn.

As one of the conditions of funding the purchase of Mytilene, TEAD Technologies (with additional funding from the Sphere of Research and Intelligence) operates an agri-food research facility there. Though some of their time is devoted to splicing novel varieties of grape for use in wine production, most of the facility conducts food science research with broader applications, such as improving the quality of the Taldryan military's field rations.

===Lowlands Forestry===

Lowlands Forestry operates a tree nursery in southern Mytilene, growing [[starwars:Apokan silveroak|Apokan silveroak]] and [[starwars:moagwood|moagwood]] to be made into casks for Kasiya Estates and Consul's Choice. They also harvest several native varieties of hardwood.

===Mecetti Farms===

Mecetti Farms raises a variety of livestock for both meat and dairy purposes, including free-range bantha and nerf steaks served at high-end restaurants in Port Kasiya and New Mecetti. They also produce milk, cheese, and frozen dairy desserts, and grow a variety of fruits and vegetables, including the blumfruits and schuura used in Kasiya Estates products.

In a tribute to the first Supreme Chancellor of the Taldryan Republic, Appius Taldrya Wight, Mecetti Farms has announced that they are producing a Mandalorian-themed protein supplement line called "This Is The Whey".

==Trivia==

Mytilene is inspired by the real-life [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Okanagan Okanagan Valley], a popular destination for tourists seeking outdoor activities at ski resorts in the [https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monashee_Mountains Monashee Mountains] or the area's wide variety of lakes, as well as the home of the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Okanagan_Valley_(wine_region) Okanagan Valley wine region].

{{Template:TalDominion}}
[[Category:Taldryan territories]]

Mytilene

2025-04-06T18:41:02Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Trivia */ Boo for interwiki links not working anymore.

Mytilene is a sprawling agricultural estate on the Taldryan-controlled planet of [[Kasiya]].

==Geography==

[[File:Mytilene-map.png|thumb|Location of Mytilene on Kasiya]]

Located in the forested foothills of the Scios Range, north of [[Port Kasiya]], Mytilene is a 10,000-acre reserve set aside for the use of the [[Taldryan Republic]]. It was purchased in 39 ABY at the direction of outgoing Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], to be placed under the management of the new agricultural division of TEAD Technologies. There, Mytilene would become the home of several of Taldryan's best-loved commercial enterprises.

==Local Attractions==

===New Mecetti===

Thanks to Mytilene's proximity to both Port Kasiya and the Scios Range, a number of wealthy residents of Port Kasiya's Eastwood district have built alpine vacation cottages at the northern end of Mytilene. The rapidly-growing resort town has been named New Mecetti, and already features a number of small businesses that cater to visiting elites, as well as a regular luxury shuttle service. The former Consul, Erinyes, also maintains a private villa just outside of New Mecetti.

===Skala Thermi===

A short ride from New Mecetti, the Skala Thermi hot springs are nestled deep in the Scios Foothills. They are a popular tourist attraction, and have already gained a local reputation for having healing properties.

===The Getaway===

Known simply as "the getaway" among Taldryan members, Mytilene offers a combination wilderness reserve and excursion staging point for Taldryanites and their guests who want to explore the Scios Range for kyber crystals, hunt game in the forested foothills, or just venture off into the wilderness for an unspecified period of time. Several plots of land the Getaway have been reserved for Taldryanites to build secluded personal residences, without having to deal with the outlandish prices in the New Mecetti real estate market.

Most of the Getaway is open for members to roam as they please, but two sections are strictly controlled. One is the Supreme Chancellor's official country estate, where the Chancellor may host high-level diplomatic meetings. The other is the Emergency Strategic Complex, a sprawling bunker built into and underneath a mountain, intended to serve as an emergency command centre in the event of a threat to Port Kasiya.

==Residents==

In the short amount of time it has been established, Mytilene has already become home to a small but thriving community.

===Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)===

''Main article: [[Kasiya Estates]]''

Despite its idyllic surroundings, Mytilene is also a bustling agricultural production centre. Kasiya Estates Beverage Company operates a sprawling distillery, winery, farms, and vineyards that covers a large portion of Mytilene's agricultural reserve, growing grains, grapes, and other fruits. This includes the Kasiya Black variety of grape developed by TEAD Technologies, which produces an inky-black wine used in one version of the cocktail known as the Kir Katarn.

As one of the conditions of funding the purchase of Mytilene, TEAD Technologies (with additional funding from the Sphere of Research and Intelligence) operates an agri-food research facility there. Though some of their time is devoted to splicing novel varieties of grape for use in wine production, most of the facility conducts food science research with broader applications, such as improving the quality of the Taldryan military's field rations.

===Lowlands Forestry===

Lowlands Forestry operates a tree nursery in southern Mytilene, growing [[starwars:Apokan silveroak|Apokan silveroak]] and [[starwars:moagwood|moagwood]] to be made into casks for Kasiya Estates and Consul's Choice. They also harvest several native varieties of hardwood.

===Mecetti Farms===

Mecetti Farms raises a variety of livestock for both meat and dairy purposes, including free-range bantha and nerf steaks served at high-end restaurants in Port Kasiya and New Mecetti. They also produce milk, cheese, and frozen dairy desserts, and grow a variety of fruits and vegetables, including the blumfruits and schuura used in Kasiya Estates products.

In a tribute to the first Supreme Chancellor of the Taldryan Republic, Appius Taldrya Wight, Mecetti Farms has announced that they are producing a Mandalorian-themed protein supplement line called "This Is The Whey".

==Trivia==

Mytilene is inspired by the real-life [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Okanagan Okanagan Valley], a popular destination for tourists seeking outdoor activities at ski resorts in the [https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monashee_Mountains Monashee Mountains] or the area's wide variety of lakes, as well as the home of the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Okanagan_Valley_(wine_region) Okanagan Valley wine region].

{{Template:TalDominion}}
[[Category:Taldryan territories]]

Mytilene

2025-04-06T18:36:59Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Trivia */

Mytilene is a sprawling agricultural estate on the Taldryan-controlled planet of [[Kasiya]].

==Geography==

[[File:Mytilene-map.png|thumb|Location of Mytilene on Kasiya]]

Located in the forested foothills of the Scios Range, north of [[Port Kasiya]], Mytilene is a 10,000-acre reserve set aside for the use of the [[Taldryan Republic]]. It was purchased in 39 ABY at the direction of outgoing Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], to be placed under the management of the new agricultural division of TEAD Technologies. There, Mytilene would become the home of several of Taldryan's best-loved commercial enterprises.

==Local Attractions==

===New Mecetti===

Thanks to Mytilene's proximity to both Port Kasiya and the Scios Range, a number of wealthy residents of Port Kasiya's Eastwood district have built alpine vacation cottages at the northern end of Mytilene. The rapidly-growing resort town has been named New Mecetti, and already features a number of small businesses that cater to visiting elites, as well as a regular luxury shuttle service. The former Consul, Erinyes, also maintains a private villa just outside of New Mecetti.

===Skala Thermi===

A short ride from New Mecetti, the Skala Thermi hot springs are nestled deep in the Scios Foothills. They are a popular tourist attraction, and have already gained a local reputation for having healing properties.

===The Getaway===

Known simply as "the getaway" among Taldryan members, Mytilene offers a combination wilderness reserve and excursion staging point for Taldryanites and their guests who want to explore the Scios Range for kyber crystals, hunt game in the forested foothills, or just venture off into the wilderness for an unspecified period of time. Several plots of land the Getaway have been reserved for Taldryanites to build secluded personal residences, without having to deal with the outlandish prices in the New Mecetti real estate market.

Most of the Getaway is open for members to roam as they please, but two sections are strictly controlled. One is the Supreme Chancellor's official country estate, where the Chancellor may host high-level diplomatic meetings. The other is the Emergency Strategic Complex, a sprawling bunker built into and underneath a mountain, intended to serve as an emergency command centre in the event of a threat to Port Kasiya.

==Residents==

In the short amount of time it has been established, Mytilene has already become home to a small but thriving community.

===Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)===

''Main article: [[Kasiya Estates]]''

Despite its idyllic surroundings, Mytilene is also a bustling agricultural production centre. Kasiya Estates Beverage Company operates a sprawling distillery, winery, farms, and vineyards that covers a large portion of Mytilene's agricultural reserve, growing grains, grapes, and other fruits. This includes the Kasiya Black variety of grape developed by TEAD Technologies, which produces an inky-black wine used in one version of the cocktail known as the Kir Katarn.

As one of the conditions of funding the purchase of Mytilene, TEAD Technologies (with additional funding from the Sphere of Research and Intelligence) operates an agri-food research facility there. Though some of their time is devoted to splicing novel varieties of grape for use in wine production, most of the facility conducts food science research with broader applications, such as improving the quality of the Taldryan military's field rations.

===Lowlands Forestry===

Lowlands Forestry operates a tree nursery in southern Mytilene, growing [[starwars:Apokan silveroak|Apokan silveroak]] and [[starwars:moagwood|moagwood]] to be made into casks for Kasiya Estates and Consul's Choice. They also harvest several native varieties of hardwood.

===Mecetti Farms===

Mecetti Farms raises a variety of livestock for both meat and dairy purposes, including free-range bantha and nerf steaks served at high-end restaurants in Port Kasiya and New Mecetti. They also produce milk, cheese, and frozen dairy desserts, and grow a variety of fruits and vegetables, including the blumfruits and schuura used in Kasiya Estates products.

In a tribute to the first Supreme Chancellor of the Taldryan Republic, Appius Taldrya Wight, Mecetti Farms has announced that they are producing a Mandalorian-themed protein supplement line called "This Is The Whey".

==Trivia==

Mytilene is inspired by the real-life [[wikipedia:Okanagan|Okanagan Valley]], a popular destination for tourists seeking outdoor activities at ski resorts in the [[wiki:Monashee Mountains|Monashee Mountains]] or the area's wide variety of lakes, as well as the home of the [[wiki:Okanagan Valley (wine region)|Okanagan Valley wine region]].

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[[Category:Taldryan territories]]

Mytilene

2025-04-06T18:36:39Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: Quick test

Mytilene is a sprawling agricultural estate on the Taldryan-controlled planet of [[Kasiya]].

==Geography==

[[File:Mytilene-map.png|thumb|Location of Mytilene on Kasiya]]

Located in the forested foothills of the Scios Range, north of [[Port Kasiya]], Mytilene is a 10,000-acre reserve set aside for the use of the [[Taldryan Republic]]. It was purchased in 39 ABY at the direction of outgoing Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], to be placed under the management of the new agricultural division of TEAD Technologies. There, Mytilene would become the home of several of Taldryan's best-loved commercial enterprises.

==Local Attractions==

===New Mecetti===

Thanks to Mytilene's proximity to both Port Kasiya and the Scios Range, a number of wealthy residents of Port Kasiya's Eastwood district have built alpine vacation cottages at the northern end of Mytilene. The rapidly-growing resort town has been named New Mecetti, and already features a number of small businesses that cater to visiting elites, as well as a regular luxury shuttle service. The former Consul, Erinyes, also maintains a private villa just outside of New Mecetti.

===Skala Thermi===

A short ride from New Mecetti, the Skala Thermi hot springs are nestled deep in the Scios Foothills. They are a popular tourist attraction, and have already gained a local reputation for having healing properties.

===The Getaway===

Known simply as "the getaway" among Taldryan members, Mytilene offers a combination wilderness reserve and excursion staging point for Taldryanites and their guests who want to explore the Scios Range for kyber crystals, hunt game in the forested foothills, or just venture off into the wilderness for an unspecified period of time. Several plots of land the Getaway have been reserved for Taldryanites to build secluded personal residences, without having to deal with the outlandish prices in the New Mecetti real estate market.

Most of the Getaway is open for members to roam as they please, but two sections are strictly controlled. One is the Supreme Chancellor's official country estate, where the Chancellor may host high-level diplomatic meetings. The other is the Emergency Strategic Complex, a sprawling bunker built into and underneath a mountain, intended to serve as an emergency command centre in the event of a threat to Port Kasiya.

==Residents==

In the short amount of time it has been established, Mytilene has already become home to a small but thriving community.

===Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)===

''Main article: [[Kasiya Estates]]''

Despite its idyllic surroundings, Mytilene is also a bustling agricultural production centre. Kasiya Estates Beverage Company operates a sprawling distillery, winery, farms, and vineyards that covers a large portion of Mytilene's agricultural reserve, growing grains, grapes, and other fruits. This includes the Kasiya Black variety of grape developed by TEAD Technologies, which produces an inky-black wine used in one version of the cocktail known as the Kir Katarn.

As one of the conditions of funding the purchase of Mytilene, TEAD Technologies (with additional funding from the Sphere of Research and Intelligence) operates an agri-food research facility there. Though some of their time is devoted to splicing novel varieties of grape for use in wine production, most of the facility conducts food science research with broader applications, such as improving the quality of the Taldryan military's field rations.

===Lowlands Forestry===

Lowlands Forestry operates a tree nursery in southern Mytilene, growing [[starwars:Apokan silveroak|Apokan silveroak]] and [[starwars:moagwood|moagwood]] to be made into casks for Kasiya Estates and Consul's Choice. They also harvest several native varieties of hardwood.

===Mecetti Farms===

Mecetti Farms raises a variety of livestock for both meat and dairy purposes, including free-range bantha and nerf steaks served at high-end restaurants in Port Kasiya and New Mecetti. They also produce milk, cheese, and frozen dairy desserts, and grow a variety of fruits and vegetables, including the blumfruits and schuura used in Kasiya Estates products.

In a tribute to the first Supreme Chancellor of the Taldryan Republic, Appius Taldrya Wight, Mecetti Farms has announced that they are producing a Mandalorian-themed protein supplement line called "This Is The Whey".

==Trivia==

Mytilene is inspired by the real-life [[wikipedia:Okanagan|Okanagan Valley], a popular destination for tourists seeking outdoor activities at ski resorts in the [[wiki:Monashee Mountains|Monashee Mountains]] or the area's wide variety of lakes, as well as the home of the [[wiki:Okanagan Valley (wine region)|Okanagan Valley wine region]].

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[[Category:Taldryan territories]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-06T18:29:38Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: Migrating info from Mytilene page

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
* Oya'lab Pirun ("Water of Living") [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Storm-Tossed dark rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

=Recipes=

Kasiya Estates also offers recipes for cocktails using their signature products, such as the Kir Katarn (either KED&V Sesharilian Black vodka or KED&V black ruby malbec, zsajhira berry liqueur), the Pink-Skinned Party Girl (Consul's Choice tsiraki, shuura schnapps, and blumfruit juice), the T&T (Consul's Choice tsiraki and tonic water), and Zeltron Jet Fuel (Zeltron spear-grain alcohol or ''tihaar'', triple-percolated caf liqueur).

=Controversies=

==Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations==

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Mytilene

2025-04-06T18:27:52Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V) */ Migrating info to the Kasiya Estates article.

Mytilene is a sprawling agricultural estate on the Taldryan-controlled planet of [[Kasiya]].

==Geography==

[[File:Mytilene-map.png|thumb|Location of Mytilene on Kasiya]]

Located in the forested foothills of the Scios Range, north of [[Port Kasiya]], Mytilene is a 10,000-acre reserve set aside for the use of the [[Taldryan Republic]]. It was purchased in 39 ABY at the direction of outgoing Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], to be placed under the management of the new agricultural division of TEAD Technologies. There, Mytilene would become the home of several of Taldryan's best-loved commercial enterprises.

==Local Attractions==

===New Mecetti===

Thanks to Mytilene's proximity to both Port Kasiya and the Scios Range, a number of wealthy residents of Port Kasiya's Eastwood district have built alpine vacation cottages at the northern end of Mytilene. The rapidly-growing resort town has been named New Mecetti, and already features a number of small businesses that cater to visiting elites, as well as a regular luxury shuttle service. The former Consul, Erinyes, also maintains a private villa just outside of New Mecetti.

===Skala Thermi===

A short ride from New Mecetti, the Skala Thermi hot springs are nestled deep in the Scios Foothills. They are a popular tourist attraction, and have already gained a local reputation for having healing properties.

===The Getaway===

Known simply as "the getaway" among Taldryan members, Mytilene offers a combination wilderness reserve and excursion staging point for Taldryanites and their guests who want to explore the Scios Range for kyber crystals, hunt game in the forested foothills, or just venture off into the wilderness for an unspecified period of time. Several plots of land the Getaway have been reserved for Taldryanites to build secluded personal residences, without having to deal with the outlandish prices in the New Mecetti real estate market.

Most of the Getaway is open for members to roam as they please, but two sections are strictly controlled. One is the Supreme Chancellor's official country estate, where the Chancellor may host high-level diplomatic meetings. The other is the Emergency Strategic Complex, a sprawling bunker built into and underneath a mountain, intended to serve as an emergency command centre in the event of a threat to Port Kasiya.

==Residents==

In the short amount of time it has been established, Mytilene has already become home to a small but thriving community.

===Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)===

''Main article: [[Kasiya Estates]]''

Despite its idyllic surroundings, Mytilene is also a bustling agricultural production centre. Kasiya Estates Beverage Company operates a sprawling distillery, winery, farms, and vineyards that covers a large portion of Mytilene's agricultural reserve, growing grains, grapes, and other fruits. This includes the Kasiya Black variety of grape developed by TEAD Technologies, which produces an inky-black wine used in one version of the cocktail known as the Kir Katarn.

As one of the conditions of funding the purchase of Mytilene, TEAD Technologies (with additional funding from the Sphere of Research and Intelligence) operates an agri-food research facility there. Though some of their time is devoted to splicing novel varieties of grape for use in wine production, most of the facility conducts food science research with broader applications, such as improving the quality of the Taldryan military's field rations.

===Lowlands Forestry===

Lowlands Forestry operates a tree nursery in southern Mytilene, growing [[starwars:Apokan silveroak|Apokan silveroak]] and [[starwars:moagwood|moagwood]] to be made into casks for Kasiya Estates and Consul's Choice. They also harvest several native varieties of hardwood.

===Mecetti Farms===

Mecetti Farms raises a variety of livestock for both meat and dairy purposes, including free-range bantha and nerf steaks served at high-end restaurants in Port Kasiya and New Mecetti. They also produce milk, cheese, and frozen dairy desserts, and grow a variety of fruits and vegetables, including the blumfruits and schuura used in Kasiya Estates products.

In a tribute to the first Supreme Chancellor of the Taldryan Republic, Appius Taldrya Wight, Mecetti Farms has announced that they are producing a Mandalorian-themed protein supplement line called "This Is The Whey".

==Trivia==

Mytilene is inspired by the real-life [[wiki:Okanagan|Okanagan Valley]], a popular destination for tourists seeking outdoor activities at ski resorts in the [[wiki:Monashee Mountains|Monashee Mountains]] or the area's wide variety of lakes, as well as the home of the [[wiki:Okanagan Valley (wine region)|Okanagan Valley wine region]].

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[[Category:Taldryan territories]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-05T18:42:54Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey */ Tasting notes, typo fix.

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet, smooth and spicy with a minimum of peatiness, and a smoky, unexpectedly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
* Oya'lab Pirun ("Water of Living") [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Storm-Tossed dark rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

= Controversies =

===Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations===

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-05T18:34:38Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: Formatting, yo

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

=History=

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

=Product Offerings=

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

==Featured Products==

===Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey===

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet and smooth with a minimum of peatiness and a smoky, unexpectecdly strong finish.

==Spirits==

===Namesake Line===

* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Darth Cerasus, a Dark Elixir variant with added dark cherry liqueur (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink

===Standard Line===

* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
* Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
* Oya'lab Pirun ("Water of Living") [[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]
* Storm-Tossed dark rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])

===Specialty Line===

* Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
* Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

==Wines==

===Namesake Line===

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Katarn black ruby (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)

===Standard Line===

* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby)

==Ciders==

* Scios Cider, offered in Crisp Apple, Black Cherry, Ginger Apple, and Pear

==Pre-Mixed Drinks==

* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])

==Non-Alcoholic==

* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])

= Controversies =

===Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations===

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-05T18:12:39Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Product Offerings */ Added section on Dark Elixir.

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

== History ==

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

== Product Offerings ==

From its beginnings as a distillery, Kasiya Estates expanded its catalogue to include a wide variety of spirits, wines, beers, and hard ciders. In addition to their regular offerings, the ''Namesake'' line commemmorated notable figures in Taldryan history. KEBC also collaborated with outside experts to develop signature products.

===Featured Products===

====Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey====

'''Dark Elixir Corellian-Style Whiskey''' was Kasiya Estates' most widely-recognised product both within and outside the Brotherhood. Like true [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|Corellian whiskey]], it was produced from a mash of malted Corellian wheat. However, as neither the wheat nor the whiskey were produced on Corellia, Kasiya Estates referred to the beverage as a "Corellian-''style'' whiskey" to avoid legal trouble.

Kasiya Estates produced three varieties of Dark Elixir, referred to as 5", "10", and "15". Although the names strongly resembled whiskey enthusiasts' shorthand for a product aged for a certain number of years—and drinkers noted that the spirit did indeed ''taste'' aged despite the distillery itself being younger than the whiskey was implied to be—Kasiya Estates avoided explicitly stating that Dark Elixir had been aged for a particular amount of time.

Dark Elixir's branding relied heavily on dark, occult imagery, meant to invoke the trope of an alchemist or sorcerer—or for those in the know, a Nightsister or Sith alchemist. It also positioned itself as an upstart outsider, with marketing bylines that none-too-subtly took aim at established Corellian whiskey labels, accusing them of "charging for their name" compared to the (still expensive but more affordable) Dark Elixir.

'''Tasting notes:''' A medium amber spirit. Moderately sweet and smooth with a minimum of peatiness and a smoky, unexpectecdly strong finish.

==Other Drink Offerings==

* Signature Line:
** Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
** Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
** Darth Cerasus, a dark cherry spear-grain whiskey aged via the same proprietary process as Dark Elixir (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
*** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink
** Katarn black ruby malbec (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)
** Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
** Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])
** Storm-Tossed dark rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])

* Standard Line:
** Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
** Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
** Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby) wines

* Specialty Line:
** Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
** Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

== Controversies ==

===Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations===

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-05T17:39:22Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* History */ Screwed up my own name change

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

== History ==

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

== Product Offerings ==

* Flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]] released in 42 ABY as a direct competitor to Whyren's Reserve. The whiskey is sold in "Aged" and "Extra Aged" varieties, estimated by experts to be aged 8-10 and 12-15 years respectively. KED&V has been extremely tight-lipped about how the company could produce a whiskey three to five times its own age, leading to rampant industry speculation and even wild accusations that the beverage has been artificially aged through "Sith alchemy". Naturally, KED&V dismisses the rumours as absurd.

* Signature Line:
** Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
** Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
** Darth Cerasus, a dark cherry spear-grain whiskey aged via the same proprietary process as Dark Elixir (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
*** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink
** Katarn black ruby malbec (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)
** Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
** Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])
** Storm-Tossed dark rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])

* Standard Line:
** Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
** Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
** Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby) wines

* Specialty Line:
** Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
** Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

== Controversies ==

===Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations===

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-05T17:38:34Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* History */ Added yet another name change

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

== History ==

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

In 43 ABY, the company changed its name to the '''Kasiya Estates Brewing Company''' to reflect its growing list of offerings, including beers and hard ciders.

== Product Offerings ==

* Flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]] released in 42 ABY as a direct competitor to Whyren's Reserve. The whiskey is sold in "Aged" and "Extra Aged" varieties, estimated by experts to be aged 8-10 and 12-15 years respectively. KED&V has been extremely tight-lipped about how the company could produce a whiskey three to five times its own age, leading to rampant industry speculation and even wild accusations that the beverage has been artificially aged through "Sith alchemy". Naturally, KED&V dismisses the rumours as absurd.

* Signature Line:
** Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
** Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
** Darth Cerasus, a dark cherry spear-grain whiskey aged via the same proprietary process as Dark Elixir (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
*** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink
** Katarn black ruby malbec (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)
** Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
** Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])
** Storm-Tossed dark rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])

* Standard Line:
** Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
** Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
** Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby) wines

* Specialty Line:
** Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
** Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

== Controversies ==

===Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations===

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

TEAD Technologies

2025-04-05T17:35:14Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners */ Breaking KE's details, by which I mean menu, out to their own page.

{{Eras|nor}}
'''TEAD Technologies''' was the corporate arm of [[Clan Taldryan]]. It acted as an umbrella conglomerate containing all of Taldryan's legitimate business interests.

==History==

TEAD—an acronym for Textiles, Electronics, Agriculture, and Development—was formed in the earliest days of Taldryan's move to the Kr'Tal System, following the [[Exodus]]. Since then, it has been a catch-all organisation for the Clan's legitimate business activities.

Like the rest of Taldryan, TEAD was left distressed and disarrayed by the destruction of the Kr'Tal System, and forced to move its operations to the Caelus System. After years of rebuilding, however, TEAD Technologies has once again become a notable force in the Taldryan establishment.

Starting in [[Zxyl Bes'uliik Taldrya]]'s tenure as [[Regent]] of the Brotherhood, TEAD became an authorised reseller for many of [[Arx Capital Exchange]]'s civilian products.

==Notable Subsidiaries==

Like many large corporate conglomerates, TEAD has historically dabbled in virtually every aspect of business, but their relocation to Caelus has forced them to downsize their operations. The corporation's most prominent subsidiaries are listed here.

===Citadel Logistics===

One of the Caelus-based TEAD's first successes, Citadel Logistics specialises in moving sensitive cargoes through dangerous areas of space. To do so, they rely on independent operators (both Taldryan members and other smugglers for hire), and can arrange partnerships with groups like the [[Vornskr Battalion]] when armed escort services are required. The frequency of pirate activity on the far end of the Corellian Trade Spine makes Citadel Logistics a popular choice for small companies without the resources to handle their own shipping.

===Gamco Extraction Services===

Gamco Extraction Services oversaw harvesting and refining of [[starwars:clouzon-36|clouzon-36]] from the gas giant [[Perune]]. Its position in the Caelus System waxed and waned according to Taldryan's relationship with the Caelus government. Closer ties between Taldryan and the Senate gave Gamco a monopoly, forcing smaller outfits to subcontract with them, while conflicts between Taldryan and the Senate meant a sharp rise in independent mining licenses.

Gamco also oversaw planetary resource harvesting in Taldryan-controlled territories.

===InHuman Designs===

InHuman Designs is a boutique clothing producer, specialising in garments tailored to fit bipedal species with non-near-Human body shapes. Their products are slowly gaining popularity among non-near-Human species in Brotherhood space for the inclusion of ear and tail holes.

===Scios Group===

With the growing prominence of Kasiyan agri-food exports across Brotherhood space, [[Emissary]] and former Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]] collected TEAD's food and beverage subsidiaries into a single corporate entity.

====Kasiya Estates====

''Main article: [[Kasiya Estates]]''

Founded in 39 ABY as a pet project of former Consul Ténama, Kasiya Estates was one of TEAD's main agri-food companies. It produced a wide variety of alcoholic beverages, primarily small-batch wines and hard liquors. Their Signature Line included drinks that commemorated notable figures in Taldryan history. Kasiya Estates' headquarters was in the [[Mytilene]] region of [[Kasiya]], Taldryan's capital moon.

Full details of Kasiya Estates' product lineup can be found on that page.

====Marid Fisheries====

Marid Fisheries is the latest venture in TEAD's expanding food offerings. They operate out of two shore-based fisheries—one at the border of the Karufr Highlands and the Southern Ice Sheet, the other at the eastern edge of the Eastern Red Hills—to avoid any pollution associated with major urban centres. They also conduct smaller freshwater fishing in the major lakes and rivers of the Scios Range.

Rather than importing off-world varieties of fish, Marid Fisheries specialises in native Kasiyan offerings. These include:

* Beltfish
* Marid redfin
* Marid whitefin
* Monkfish

====Mecetti Farms====

Mecetti Farms is Taldryan's second main agri-food corporation, together with Kasiya Estates. Likewise located in the Mytilene region of Kasiya, Mecetti Farms produces high-quality meat and dairy products from free-range livestock. They offer a wide variety of bantha and nerf cuts, milk, cheese, frozen dairy desserts, and whey-based protein supplements.

Some of the products offered by Mecetti Farms included:

* Cheeses
** Aged hard cheeses
** Soft cheeses, including varieties with fruit and/or nuts
* Dairy
** Flavoured milk drinks
** Frozen dairy desserts
** This Is The Whey, a line of protein supplement bars and powdered mixes (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
* Fruits and vegetables
** Fruits: Blumfruit, grapes (incl. diamond, emerald, and ruby varieties), jewel-fruit, jogan fruit, Kasiyan spiceberry (a small red berry that's 40% sweet, 30% tart, and 30% spicy), meiloorun, muja, shuura, sour green plums (for both sale and use in Kasiya Estates products), sunfruit (a bright yellow Kasiyan cultivar known for its slightly tart sweetness)
** Green vegetables: broad beans, heart-greens, leafy broccoli, long beans, mustard greens, stem beans
** Juice blends
** Spices: Kasiyan spring frostbite pepper (a peppercorn with floral notes in small amounts, but a numbing effect in large quantities)
* Meats
** Free-range, grass-fed bantha and nerf in a wide variety of cuts

===Xyumi Electronics===

Xyumi Electronics produces popular consumer electronics like comlinks and datapads, from both licensed and original designs. They also work with Taldryan's Sphere of Research and Intelligence to develop custom hardware for security and intelligence applications.

{{Taldryan}}

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Kasiya Estates

2025-04-05T17:31:08Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* History */ Changed link anchor text

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

== History ==

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations|Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]], below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

== Product Offerings ==

* Flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]] released in 42 ABY as a direct competitor to Whyren's Reserve. The whiskey is sold in "Aged" and "Extra Aged" varieties, estimated by experts to be aged 8-10 and 12-15 years respectively. KED&V has been extremely tight-lipped about how the company could produce a whiskey three to five times its own age, leading to rampant industry speculation and even wild accusations that the beverage has been artificially aged through "Sith alchemy". Naturally, KED&V dismisses the rumours as absurd.

* Signature Line:
** Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
** Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
** Darth Cerasus, a dark cherry spear-grain whiskey aged via the same proprietary process as Dark Elixir (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
*** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink
** Katarn black ruby malbec (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)
** Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
** Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])
** Storm-Tossed dark rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])

* Standard Line:
** Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
** Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
** Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby) wines

* Specialty Line:
** Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
** Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

== Controversies ==

===Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations===

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

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Kasiya Estates

2025-04-05T17:29:20Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* History */ Trying to fix broken link anchor

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

== History ==

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see the [[Kasiya Estates#Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations]] section, below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

== Product Offerings ==

* Flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]] released in 42 ABY as a direct competitor to Whyren's Reserve. The whiskey is sold in "Aged" and "Extra Aged" varieties, estimated by experts to be aged 8-10 and 12-15 years respectively. KED&V has been extremely tight-lipped about how the company could produce a whiskey three to five times its own age, leading to rampant industry speculation and even wild accusations that the beverage has been artificially aged through "Sith alchemy". Naturally, KED&V dismisses the rumours as absurd.

* Signature Line:
** Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
** Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
** Darth Cerasus, a dark cherry spear-grain whiskey aged via the same proprietary process as Dark Elixir (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
*** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink
** Katarn black ruby malbec (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)
** Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
** Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])
** Storm-Tossed dark rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])

* Standard Line:
** Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
** Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
** Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby) wines

* Specialty Line:
** Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
** Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

== Controversies ==

===Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations===

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

Kasiya Estates

2025-04-05T17:26:08Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: Initial commit

{{Eras|nor}}
'''Kasiya Estates''', officially known as the '''Kasiya Estates Beverage Company (KEBC)''', was a subsidiary of [[TEAD Technologies]] that produced high-quality alcoholic beverages for distribution around [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan Republic]] space. Founded in 37 ABY by former Taldryan [[Consul]] [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]], KEBC later expanded its business Brotherhood-wide.

== History ==

During her tenure as Consul of Taldryan in 37 ABY, Erinyes had purchased large tracts of fertile agricultural lands in the foothills of [[Kasiya]]'s Scios Range under the guise of TEAD Technologies. These holdings were intended as an agri-food production hub for Taldryan's growing population, and would eventually become the [[Mytilene]] agricultural district.

After Erinyes resigned as Consul, she retired to a villa near Mytilene and turned her lifelong love of fine alcohol and mixology into a second career. '''Kasiya Estates Distillery (KED)''' opened in early 38 ABY, and released its first product the same year: a [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] named Consul's Choice. The spirit was crafted to Erinyes' personal taste, and she quickly became its greatest advertiser.

However, one successful niche product did not a sustainable business make. Drawing from the wide variety of fruits and grains available in Mytilene, Kasiya Estates launched several other beverages the same year. They also studied Mytilene's geography to see which offworld cultivars might fare well locally, and imported several species of grapes from the Core Worlds to establish vineyards at Mytilene. Kasiya Estates' first grape crop was planted in 39 ABY, and the company—now renamed '''Kasiya Estates Distillers and Vintners (KED&V)'''—premiered their first wine offerings that year. Of special note was the Katarn black ruby malbec, a hybrid of Chandrilan malbec and Kasiyan Golubok black grapes that produced a dry, fruity wine so dark that it appeared black under normal light.

In 41 ABY, Kasiya Estates released the first batch of what would become its flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]], so named to avoid legal entanglements with the powerful whiskey lobby on Corellia. Dark Elixir was widely recognised as an excellent whiskey, and it quickly became Kasiya Estates' most recognisable product outside the Caelus System. However, rumours about the brand's "shadowy" production process swirled; see the [[#Dark Elixir Sith sorcery allegations]] section, below.

With Erinyes' appointment to [[The Council]] in 42 ABY, Kasiya Estates gained an elevated profile throughout Brotherhood space. Its products made regular appearances at Brotherhood-organised events.

== Product Offerings ==

* Flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]] released in 42 ABY as a direct competitor to Whyren's Reserve. The whiskey is sold in "Aged" and "Extra Aged" varieties, estimated by experts to be aged 8-10 and 12-15 years respectively. KED&V has been extremely tight-lipped about how the company could produce a whiskey three to five times its own age, leading to rampant industry speculation and even wild accusations that the beverage has been artificially aged through "Sith alchemy". Naturally, KED&V dismisses the rumours as absurd.

* Signature Line:
** Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
** Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
** Darth Cerasus, a dark cherry spear-grain whiskey aged via the same proprietary process as Dark Elixir (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
*** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink
** Katarn black ruby malbec (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)
** Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
** Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])
** Storm-Tossed dark rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])

* Standard Line:
** Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
** Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
** Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby) wines

* Specialty Line:
** Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
** Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

== Controversies ==

===Dark Elixir Sith alchemy allegations===

As Kasiya Estates' products spread beyond Brotherhood space, allegations circulated that the company's Dark Elixir whiskey—which relied heavily on invoking images of occult practices in their branding—was produced by unwholesome means, such as chemical manipulation or even actual Sith alchemy. Kasiya Estates vehemently denied the accusations, stating that the allegations were a moral panic fuelled by Corellian whiskey producers to undermine Dark Elixir's growing popularity among crtics. However, Kasiya Estates was tight-lippped about the details of Dark Elixir's production process, describing it only as "innovative".

Naturally, the controversy around Dark Elixir's allegedly underhanded production provided Kasiya Estates a large publicity boost. Claims that the company's founder had ties to the First Order fanned the flames even after being denounced, as Kasiya Estates once again claimed the Corellian "cartels" were trying to sully their reputation. As a result, Dark Elixir found some popularity among whiskey enthusiasts in the wider galaxy as an "anti-establishment" option, in addition to its merits as an alcohol.

In reality, the use of Sith alchemy in Dark Elixir's production was an open secret within the Brotherhood. However, the Kasiya Estates founder was careful to only acknowledge that fact in private conversations or at closed gatherings, and never in a public setting where her answer could be taken as definitive. After all, doing so would eliminate a major source of free publicity.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

TEAD Technologies

2025-04-04T14:58:55Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners */ Formatting changes

{{Eras|nor}}
'''TEAD Technologies''' was the corporate arm of [[Clan Taldryan]]. It acted as an umbrella conglomerate containing all of Taldryan's legitimate business interests.

==History==

TEAD—an acronym for Textiles, Electronics, Agriculture, and Development—was formed in the earliest days of Taldryan's move to the Kr'Tal System, following the [[Exodus]]. Since then, it has been a catch-all organisation for the Clan's legitimate business activities.

Like the rest of Taldryan, TEAD was left distressed and disarrayed by the destruction of the Kr'Tal System, and forced to move its operations to the Caelus System. After years of rebuilding, however, TEAD Technologies has once again become a notable force in the Taldryan establishment.

Starting in [[Zxyl Bes'uliik Taldrya]]'s tenure as [[Regent]] of the Brotherhood, TEAD became an authorised reseller for many of [[Arx Capital Exchange]]'s civilian products.

==Notable Subsidiaries==

Like many large corporate conglomerates, TEAD has historically dabbled in virtually every aspect of business, but their relocation to Caelus has forced them to downsize their operations. The corporation's most prominent subsidiaries are listed here.

===Citadel Logistics===

One of the Caelus-based TEAD's first successes, Citadel Logistics specialises in moving sensitive cargoes through dangerous areas of space. To do so, they rely on independent operators (both Taldryan members and other smugglers for hire), and can arrange partnerships with groups like the [[Vornskr Battalion]] when armed escort services are required. The frequency of pirate activity on the far end of the Corellian Trade Spine makes Citadel Logistics a popular choice for small companies without the resources to handle their own shipping.

===Gamco Extraction Services===

Gamco Extraction Services oversaw harvesting and refining of [[starwars:clouzon-36|clouzon-36]] from the gas giant [[Perune]]. Its position in the Caelus System waxed and waned according to Taldryan's relationship with the Caelus government. Closer ties between Taldryan and the Senate gave Gamco a monopoly, forcing smaller outfits to subcontract with them, while conflicts between Taldryan and the Senate meant a sharp rise in independent mining licenses.

Gamco also oversaw planetary resource harvesting in Taldryan-controlled territories.

===InHuman Designs===

InHuman Designs is a boutique clothing producer, specialising in garments tailored to fit bipedal species with non-near-Human body shapes. Their products are slowly gaining popularity among non-near-Human species in Brotherhood space for the inclusion of ear and tail holes.

===Scios Group===

With the growing prominence of Kasiyan agri-food exports across Brotherhood space, [[Emissary]] and former Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]] collected TEAD's food and beverage subsidiaries into a single corporate entity.

====Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners====

Founded in 39 ABY as a pet project of former Consul Ténama, Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners was one of TEAD's main agri-food companies. It produced a wide variety of alcoholic beverages, primarily small-batch wines and hard liquors. Their Signature Line included drinks that commemorated notable figures in Taldryan history. Kasiya Estates' headquarters was in the [[Mytilene]] region of [[Kasiya]], Taldryan's capital moon.

Some of the products offered by Kasiya Estates included:

* Flagship product: Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]] released in 42 ABY as a direct competitor to Whyren's Reserve. The whiskey is sold in "Aged" and "Extra Aged" varieties, estimated by experts to be aged 8-10 and 12-15 years respectively. KED&V has been extremely tight-lipped about how the company could produce a whiskey three to five times its own age, leading to rampant industry speculation and even wild accusations that the beverage has been artificially aged through "Sith alchemy". Naturally, KED&V dismisses the rumours as absurd.

* Signature Line:
** Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
** Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
** Darth Cerasus, a dark cherry spear-grain whiskey aged via the same proprietary process as Dark Elixir (developed for [[Darth Renatus]])
*** Used to make the Cerasus Sour: 1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, optional egg white, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus soft drink
** Katarn black ruby malbec (developed for [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)
** Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
** Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for [[Ood Bnar]])
** Storm-Tossed dark rum (developed in collaboration with [[Morgan B. Sorenn]] and [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]])

* Standard Line:
** Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the former Zeltron colony city on [[Karufr]]
** Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
** Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby) wines

* Specialty Line:
** Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
** Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

====Marid Fisheries====

Marid Fisheries is the latest venture in TEAD's expanding food offerings. They operate out of two shore-based fisheries—one at the border of the Karufr Highlands and the Southern Ice Sheet, the other at the eastern edge of the Eastern Red Hills—to avoid any pollution associated with major urban centres. They also conduct smaller freshwater fishing in the major lakes and rivers of the Scios Range.

Rather than importing off-world varieties of fish, Marid Fisheries specialises in native Kasiyan offerings. These include:

* Beltfish
* Marid redfin
* Marid whitefin
* Monkfish

====Mecetti Farms====

Mecetti Farms is Taldryan's second main agri-food corporation, together with Kasiya Estates. Likewise located in the Mytilene region of Kasiya, Mecetti Farms produces high-quality meat and dairy products from free-range livestock. They offer a wide variety of bantha and nerf cuts, milk, cheese, frozen dairy desserts, and whey-based protein supplements.

Some of the products offered by Mecetti Farms included:

* Cheeses
** Aged hard cheeses
** Soft cheeses, including varieties with fruit and/or nuts
* Dairy
** Flavoured milk drinks
** Frozen dairy desserts
** This Is The Whey, a line of protein supplement bars and powdered mixes (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
* Fruits and vegetables
** Fruits: Blumfruit, grapes (incl. diamond, emerald, and ruby varieties), jewel-fruit, jogan fruit, Kasiyan spiceberry (a small red berry that's 40% sweet, 30% tart, and 30% spicy), meiloorun, muja, shuura, sour green plums (for both sale and use in Kasiya Estates products), sunfruit (a bright yellow Kasiyan cultivar known for its slightly tart sweetness)
** Green vegetables: broad beans, heart-greens, leafy broccoli, long beans, mustard greens, stem beans
** Juice blends
** Spices: Kasiyan spring frostbite pepper (a peppercorn with floral notes in small amounts, but a numbing effect in large quantities)
* Meats
** Free-range, grass-fed bantha and nerf in a wide variety of cuts

===Xyumi Electronics===

Xyumi Electronics produces popular consumer electronics like comlinks and datapads, from both licensed and original designs. They also work with Taldryan's Sphere of Research and Intelligence to develop custom hardware for security and intelligence applications.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

TEAD Technologies

2025-04-04T14:37:22Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners */ More details for Darth Cerasus.

{{Eras|nor}}
'''TEAD Technologies''' was the corporate arm of [[Clan Taldryan]]. It acted as an umbrella conglomerate containing all of Taldryan's legitimate business interests.

==History==

TEAD—an acronym for Textiles, Electronics, Agriculture, and Development—was formed in the earliest days of Taldryan's move to the Kr'Tal System, following the [[Exodus]]. Since then, it has been a catch-all organisation for the Clan's legitimate business activities.

Like the rest of Taldryan, TEAD was left distressed and disarrayed by the destruction of the Kr'Tal System, and forced to move its operations to the Caelus System. After years of rebuilding, however, TEAD Technologies has once again become a notable force in the Taldryan establishment.

Starting in [[Zxyl Bes'uliik Taldrya]]'s tenure as [[Regent]] of the Brotherhood, TEAD became an authorised reseller for many of [[Arx Capital Exchange]]'s civilian products.

==Notable Subsidiaries==

Like many large corporate conglomerates, TEAD has historically dabbled in virtually every aspect of business, but their relocation to Caelus has forced them to downsize their operations. The corporation's most prominent subsidiaries are listed here.

===Citadel Logistics===

One of the Caelus-based TEAD's first successes, Citadel Logistics specialises in moving sensitive cargoes through dangerous areas of space. To do so, they rely on independent operators (both Taldryan members and other smugglers for hire), and can arrange partnerships with groups like the [[Vornskr Battalion]] when armed escort services are required. The frequency of pirate activity on the far end of the Corellian Trade Spine makes Citadel Logistics a popular choice for small companies without the resources to handle their own shipping.

===Gamco Extraction Services===

Gamco Extraction Services oversaw harvesting and refining of [[starwars:clouzon-36|clouzon-36]] from the gas giant [[Perune]]. Its position in the Caelus System waxed and waned according to Taldryan's relationship with the Caelus government. Closer ties between Taldryan and the Senate gave Gamco a monopoly, forcing smaller outfits to subcontract with them, while conflicts between Taldryan and the Senate meant a sharp rise in independent mining licenses.

Gamco also oversaw planetary resource harvesting in Taldryan-controlled territories.

===InHuman Designs===

InHuman Designs is a boutique clothing producer, specialising in garments tailored to fit bipedal species with non-near-Human body shapes. Their products are slowly gaining popularity among non-near-Human species in Brotherhood space for the inclusion of ear and tail holes.

===Scios Group===

With the growing prominence of Kasiyan agri-food exports across Brotherhood space, [[Emissary]] and former Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]] collected TEAD's food and beverage subsidiaries into a single corporate entity.

====Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners====

Founded in 39 ABY as a pet project of former Consul Ténama, Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners was one of TEAD's main agri-food companies. It produced a wide variety of alcoholic beverages, primarily small-batch wines and hard liquors. Their Signature Line included drinks that commemorated notable figures in Taldryan history. Kasiya Estates' headquarters was in the [[Mytilene]] region of [[Kasiya]], Taldryan's capital moon.

Some of the products offered by Kasiya Estates included:

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]] released in 42 ABY as a direct competitor to Whyren's Reserve. The whiskey is sold in "Aged" and "Extra Aged" varieties, estimated by experts to be aged 8-10 and 12-15 years respectively. KED&V has been extremely tight-lipped about how the company could produce a whiskey three to five times its own age, leading to rampant industry speculation and even wild accusations that the beverage has been artificially aged through "Sith alchemy". Naturally, KED&V dismisses the rumours as absurd.
* Darth Cerasus, a dark cherry spear-grain whiskey, created for [[Darth Renatus]] and aged via the same proprietary process as Dark Elixir. Used to make the Cerasus Sour (1oz Darth Cerasus, 1oz simple syrup, equal parts sour citrus juice and carbonated sour citrus, optional egg white).
* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the Zeltron colony city formerly on [[Karufr]]
* Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
* Katarn black ruby malbec (developed for Consul [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)
* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby) wines
* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Ood Bnar]])
* Storm-Tossed, a dark rum produced in collaboration with [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]] and [[Morgan B. Sorenn]]
* Partner production:
** Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
** Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

====Marid Fisheries====

Marid Fisheries is the latest venture in TEAD's expanding food offerings. They operate out of two shore-based fisheries—one at the border of the Karufr Highlands and the Southern Ice Sheet, the other at the eastern edge of the Eastern Red Hills—to avoid any pollution associated with major urban centres. They also conduct smaller freshwater fishing in the major lakes and rivers of the Scios Range.

Rather than importing off-world varieties of fish, Marid Fisheries specialises in native Kasiyan offerings. These include:

* Beltfish
* Marid redfin
* Marid whitefin
* Monkfish

====Mecetti Farms====

Mecetti Farms is Taldryan's second main agri-food corporation, together with Kasiya Estates. Likewise located in the Mytilene region of Kasiya, Mecetti Farms produces high-quality meat and dairy products from free-range livestock. They offer a wide variety of bantha and nerf cuts, milk, cheese, frozen dairy desserts, and whey-based protein supplements.

Some of the products offered by Mecetti Farms included:

* Cheeses
** Aged hard cheeses
** Soft cheeses, including varieties with fruit and/or nuts
* Dairy
** Flavoured milk drinks
** Frozen dairy desserts
** This Is The Whey, a line of protein supplement bars and powdered mixes (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
* Fruits and vegetables
** Fruits: Blumfruit, grapes (incl. diamond, emerald, and ruby varieties), jewel-fruit, jogan fruit, Kasiyan spiceberry (a small red berry that's 40% sweet, 30% tart, and 30% spicy), meiloorun, muja, shuura, sour green plums (for both sale and use in Kasiya Estates products), sunfruit (a bright yellow Kasiyan cultivar known for its slightly tart sweetness)
** Green vegetables: broad beans, heart-greens, leafy broccoli, long beans, mustard greens, stem beans
** Juice blends
** Spices: Kasiyan spring frostbite pepper (a peppercorn with floral notes in small amounts, but a numbing effect in large quantities)
* Meats
** Free-range, grass-fed bantha and nerf in a wide variety of cuts

===Xyumi Electronics===

Xyumi Electronics produces popular consumer electronics like comlinks and datapads, from both licensed and original designs. They also work with Taldryan's Sphere of Research and Intelligence to develop custom hardware for security and intelligence applications.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

TEAD Technologies

2025-04-04T14:30:14Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners */ Added more detail to Darth Cerasus

{{Eras|nor}}
'''TEAD Technologies''' was the corporate arm of [[Clan Taldryan]]. It acted as an umbrella conglomerate containing all of Taldryan's legitimate business interests.

==History==

TEAD—an acronym for Textiles, Electronics, Agriculture, and Development—was formed in the earliest days of Taldryan's move to the Kr'Tal System, following the [[Exodus]]. Since then, it has been a catch-all organisation for the Clan's legitimate business activities.

Like the rest of Taldryan, TEAD was left distressed and disarrayed by the destruction of the Kr'Tal System, and forced to move its operations to the Caelus System. After years of rebuilding, however, TEAD Technologies has once again become a notable force in the Taldryan establishment.

Starting in [[Zxyl Bes'uliik Taldrya]]'s tenure as [[Regent]] of the Brotherhood, TEAD became an authorised reseller for many of [[Arx Capital Exchange]]'s civilian products.

==Notable Subsidiaries==

Like many large corporate conglomerates, TEAD has historically dabbled in virtually every aspect of business, but their relocation to Caelus has forced them to downsize their operations. The corporation's most prominent subsidiaries are listed here.

===Citadel Logistics===

One of the Caelus-based TEAD's first successes, Citadel Logistics specialises in moving sensitive cargoes through dangerous areas of space. To do so, they rely on independent operators (both Taldryan members and other smugglers for hire), and can arrange partnerships with groups like the [[Vornskr Battalion]] when armed escort services are required. The frequency of pirate activity on the far end of the Corellian Trade Spine makes Citadel Logistics a popular choice for small companies without the resources to handle their own shipping.

===Gamco Extraction Services===

Gamco Extraction Services oversaw harvesting and refining of [[starwars:clouzon-36|clouzon-36]] from the gas giant [[Perune]]. Its position in the Caelus System waxed and waned according to Taldryan's relationship with the Caelus government. Closer ties between Taldryan and the Senate gave Gamco a monopoly, forcing smaller outfits to subcontract with them, while conflicts between Taldryan and the Senate meant a sharp rise in independent mining licenses.

Gamco also oversaw planetary resource harvesting in Taldryan-controlled territories.

===InHuman Designs===

InHuman Designs is a boutique clothing producer, specialising in garments tailored to fit bipedal species with non-near-Human body shapes. Their products are slowly gaining popularity among non-near-Human species in Brotherhood space for the inclusion of ear and tail holes.

===Scios Group===

With the growing prominence of Kasiyan agri-food exports across Brotherhood space, [[Emissary]] and former Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]] collected TEAD's food and beverage subsidiaries into a single corporate entity.

====Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners====

Founded in 39 ABY as a pet project of former Consul Ténama, Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners was one of TEAD's main agri-food companies. It produced a wide variety of alcoholic beverages, primarily small-batch wines and hard liquors. Their Signature Line included drinks that commemorated notable figures in Taldryan history. Kasiya Estates' headquarters was in the [[Mytilene]] region of [[Kasiya]], Taldryan's capital moon.

Some of the products offered by Kasiya Estates included:

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]] released in 42 ABY as a direct competitor to Whyren's Reserve. The whiskey is sold in "Aged" and "Extra Aged" varieties, estimated by experts to be aged 8-10 and 12-15 years respectively. KED&V has been extremely tight-lipped about how the company could produce a whiskey three to five times its own age, leading to rampant industry speculation and even wild accusations that the beverage has been artificially aged through "Sith alchemy". Naturally, KED&V dismisses the rumours as absurd.
* Darth Cerasus, a dark cherry spear-grain whiskey, created for [[Darth Renatus]] and aged via the same proprietary process as Dark Elixir
* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the Zeltron colony city formerly on [[Karufr]]
* Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
* Katarn black ruby malbec (developed for Consul [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)
* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby) wines
* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Ood Bnar]])
* Storm-Tossed, a dark rum produced in collaboration with [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]] and [[Morgan B. Sorenn]]
* Partner production:
** Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
** Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

====Marid Fisheries====

Marid Fisheries is the latest venture in TEAD's expanding food offerings. They operate out of two shore-based fisheries—one at the border of the Karufr Highlands and the Southern Ice Sheet, the other at the eastern edge of the Eastern Red Hills—to avoid any pollution associated with major urban centres. They also conduct smaller freshwater fishing in the major lakes and rivers of the Scios Range.

Rather than importing off-world varieties of fish, Marid Fisheries specialises in native Kasiyan offerings. These include:

* Beltfish
* Marid redfin
* Marid whitefin
* Monkfish

====Mecetti Farms====

Mecetti Farms is Taldryan's second main agri-food corporation, together with Kasiya Estates. Likewise located in the Mytilene region of Kasiya, Mecetti Farms produces high-quality meat and dairy products from free-range livestock. They offer a wide variety of bantha and nerf cuts, milk, cheese, frozen dairy desserts, and whey-based protein supplements.

Some of the products offered by Mecetti Farms included:

* Cheeses
** Aged hard cheeses
** Soft cheeses, including varieties with fruit and/or nuts
* Dairy
** Flavoured milk drinks
** Frozen dairy desserts
** This Is The Whey, a line of protein supplement bars and powdered mixes (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
* Fruits and vegetables
** Fruits: Blumfruit, grapes (incl. diamond, emerald, and ruby varieties), jewel-fruit, jogan fruit, Kasiyan spiceberry (a small red berry that's 40% sweet, 30% tart, and 30% spicy), meiloorun, muja, shuura, sour green plums (for both sale and use in Kasiya Estates products), sunfruit (a bright yellow Kasiyan cultivar known for its slightly tart sweetness)
** Green vegetables: broad beans, heart-greens, leafy broccoli, long beans, mustard greens, stem beans
** Juice blends
** Spices: Kasiyan spring frostbite pepper (a peppercorn with floral notes in small amounts, but a numbing effect in large quantities)
* Meats
** Free-range, grass-fed bantha and nerf in a wide variety of cuts

===Xyumi Electronics===

Xyumi Electronics produces popular consumer electronics like comlinks and datapads, from both licensed and original designs. They also work with Taldryan's Sphere of Research and Intelligence to develop custom hardware for security and intelligence applications.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

TEAD Technologies

2025-04-04T14:23:20Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners */ More drinks!

{{Eras|nor}}
'''TEAD Technologies''' was the corporate arm of [[Clan Taldryan]]. It acted as an umbrella conglomerate containing all of Taldryan's legitimate business interests.

==History==

TEAD—an acronym for Textiles, Electronics, Agriculture, and Development—was formed in the earliest days of Taldryan's move to the Kr'Tal System, following the [[Exodus]]. Since then, it has been a catch-all organisation for the Clan's legitimate business activities.

Like the rest of Taldryan, TEAD was left distressed and disarrayed by the destruction of the Kr'Tal System, and forced to move its operations to the Caelus System. After years of rebuilding, however, TEAD Technologies has once again become a notable force in the Taldryan establishment.

Starting in [[Zxyl Bes'uliik Taldrya]]'s tenure as [[Regent]] of the Brotherhood, TEAD became an authorised reseller for many of [[Arx Capital Exchange]]'s civilian products.

==Notable Subsidiaries==

Like many large corporate conglomerates, TEAD has historically dabbled in virtually every aspect of business, but their relocation to Caelus has forced them to downsize their operations. The corporation's most prominent subsidiaries are listed here.

===Citadel Logistics===

One of the Caelus-based TEAD's first successes, Citadel Logistics specialises in moving sensitive cargoes through dangerous areas of space. To do so, they rely on independent operators (both Taldryan members and other smugglers for hire), and can arrange partnerships with groups like the [[Vornskr Battalion]] when armed escort services are required. The frequency of pirate activity on the far end of the Corellian Trade Spine makes Citadel Logistics a popular choice for small companies without the resources to handle their own shipping.

===Gamco Extraction Services===

Gamco Extraction Services oversaw harvesting and refining of [[starwars:clouzon-36|clouzon-36]] from the gas giant [[Perune]]. Its position in the Caelus System waxed and waned according to Taldryan's relationship with the Caelus government. Closer ties between Taldryan and the Senate gave Gamco a monopoly, forcing smaller outfits to subcontract with them, while conflicts between Taldryan and the Senate meant a sharp rise in independent mining licenses.

Gamco also oversaw planetary resource harvesting in Taldryan-controlled territories.

===InHuman Designs===

InHuman Designs is a boutique clothing producer, specialising in garments tailored to fit bipedal species with non-near-Human body shapes. Their products are slowly gaining popularity among non-near-Human species in Brotherhood space for the inclusion of ear and tail holes.

===Scios Group===

With the growing prominence of Kasiyan agri-food exports across Brotherhood space, [[Emissary]] and former Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]] collected TEAD's food and beverage subsidiaries into a single corporate entity.

====Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners====

Founded in 39 ABY as a pet project of former Consul Ténama, Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners was one of TEAD's main agri-food companies. It produced a wide variety of alcoholic beverages, primarily small-batch wines and hard liquors. Their Signature Line included drinks that commemorated notable figures in Taldryan history. Kasiya Estates' headquarters was in the [[Mytilene]] region of [[Kasiya]], Taldryan's capital moon.

Some of the products offered by Kasiya Estates included:

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]] released in 42 ABY as a direct competitor to Whyren's Reserve. The whiskey is sold in "Aged" and "Extra Aged" varieties, estimated by experts to be aged 8-10 and 12-15 years respectively. KED&V has been extremely tight-lipped about how the company could produce a whiskey three to five times its own age, leading to rampant industry speculation and even wild accusations that the beverage has been artificially aged through "Sith alchemy". Naturally, KED&V dismisses the rumours as absurd.
* Darth Cerasus, a dark cherry spear-grain whiskey (created for [[Darth Renatus]])
* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the Zeltron colony city formerly on [[Karufr]]
* Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
* Katarn black ruby malbec (developed for Consul [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)
* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby) wines
* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Ood Bnar]])
* Storm-Tossed, a dark rum produced in collaboration with [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]] and [[Morgan B. Sorenn]]
* Partner production:
** Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
** Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

====Marid Fisheries====

Marid Fisheries is the latest venture in TEAD's expanding food offerings. They operate out of two shore-based fisheries—one at the border of the Karufr Highlands and the Southern Ice Sheet, the other at the eastern edge of the Eastern Red Hills—to avoid any pollution associated with major urban centres. They also conduct smaller freshwater fishing in the major lakes and rivers of the Scios Range.

Rather than importing off-world varieties of fish, Marid Fisheries specialises in native Kasiyan offerings. These include:

* Beltfish
* Marid redfin
* Marid whitefin
* Monkfish

====Mecetti Farms====

Mecetti Farms is Taldryan's second main agri-food corporation, together with Kasiya Estates. Likewise located in the Mytilene region of Kasiya, Mecetti Farms produces high-quality meat and dairy products from free-range livestock. They offer a wide variety of bantha and nerf cuts, milk, cheese, frozen dairy desserts, and whey-based protein supplements.

Some of the products offered by Mecetti Farms included:

* Cheeses
** Aged hard cheeses
** Soft cheeses, including varieties with fruit and/or nuts
* Dairy
** Flavoured milk drinks
** Frozen dairy desserts
** This Is The Whey, a line of protein supplement bars and powdered mixes (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
* Fruits and vegetables
** Fruits: Blumfruit, grapes (incl. diamond, emerald, and ruby varieties), jewel-fruit, jogan fruit, Kasiyan spiceberry (a small red berry that's 40% sweet, 30% tart, and 30% spicy), meiloorun, muja, shuura, sour green plums (for both sale and use in Kasiya Estates products), sunfruit (a bright yellow Kasiyan cultivar known for its slightly tart sweetness)
** Green vegetables: broad beans, heart-greens, leafy broccoli, long beans, mustard greens, stem beans
** Juice blends
** Spices: Kasiyan spring frostbite pepper (a peppercorn with floral notes in small amounts, but a numbing effect in large quantities)
* Meats
** Free-range, grass-fed bantha and nerf in a wide variety of cuts

===Xyumi Electronics===

Xyumi Electronics produces popular consumer electronics like comlinks and datapads, from both licensed and original designs. They also work with Taldryan's Sphere of Research and Intelligence to develop custom hardware for security and intelligence applications.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
[[Category:Taldryan]]

TEAD Technologies

2025-04-04T13:42:32Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners */ Drinks!

{{Eras|nor}}
'''TEAD Technologies''' was the corporate arm of [[Clan Taldryan]]. It acted as an umbrella conglomerate containing all of Taldryan's legitimate business interests.

==History==

TEAD—an acronym for Textiles, Electronics, Agriculture, and Development—was formed in the earliest days of Taldryan's move to the Kr'Tal System, following the [[Exodus]]. Since then, it has been a catch-all organisation for the Clan's legitimate business activities.

Like the rest of Taldryan, TEAD was left distressed and disarrayed by the destruction of the Kr'Tal System, and forced to move its operations to the Caelus System. After years of rebuilding, however, TEAD Technologies has once again become a notable force in the Taldryan establishment.

Starting in [[Zxyl Bes'uliik Taldrya]]'s tenure as [[Regent]] of the Brotherhood, TEAD became an authorised reseller for many of [[Arx Capital Exchange]]'s civilian products.

==Notable Subsidiaries==

Like many large corporate conglomerates, TEAD has historically dabbled in virtually every aspect of business, but their relocation to Caelus has forced them to downsize their operations. The corporation's most prominent subsidiaries are listed here.

===Citadel Logistics===

One of the Caelus-based TEAD's first successes, Citadel Logistics specialises in moving sensitive cargoes through dangerous areas of space. To do so, they rely on independent operators (both Taldryan members and other smugglers for hire), and can arrange partnerships with groups like the [[Vornskr Battalion]] when armed escort services are required. The frequency of pirate activity on the far end of the Corellian Trade Spine makes Citadel Logistics a popular choice for small companies without the resources to handle their own shipping.

===Gamco Extraction Services===

Gamco Extraction Services oversaw harvesting and refining of [[starwars:clouzon-36|clouzon-36]] from the gas giant [[Perune]]. Its position in the Caelus System waxed and waned according to Taldryan's relationship with the Caelus government. Closer ties between Taldryan and the Senate gave Gamco a monopoly, forcing smaller outfits to subcontract with them, while conflicts between Taldryan and the Senate meant a sharp rise in independent mining licenses.

Gamco also oversaw planetary resource harvesting in Taldryan-controlled territories.

===InHuman Designs===

InHuman Designs is a boutique clothing producer, specialising in garments tailored to fit bipedal species with non-near-Human body shapes. Their products are slowly gaining popularity among non-near-Human species in Brotherhood space for the inclusion of ear and tail holes.

===Scios Group===

With the growing prominence of Kasiyan agri-food exports across Brotherhood space, [[Emissary]] and former Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]] collected TEAD's food and beverage subsidiaries into a single corporate entity.

====Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners====

Founded in 39 ABY as a pet project of former Consul Ténama, Kasiya Estates Distillers & Vintners was one of TEAD's main agri-food companies. It produced a wide variety of alcoholic beverages, primarily small-batch wines and hard liquors. Their Signature Line included drinks that commemorated notable figures in Taldryan history. Kasiya Estates' headquarters was in the [[Mytilene]] region of [[Kasiya]], Taldryan's capital moon.

Some of the products offered by Kasiya Estates included:

* Aquamarine Shimmer, a [[starwars:Toniray|Toniray]]-style sparkling wine (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]])
* Consul's Choice [[starwars:tsiraki|tsiraki]] (developed for Consul [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama]])
* Dark Elixir, a [[starwars:Corellian whiskey|"Corellian-style whiskey"]] released in 42 ABY as a direct competitor to Whyren's Reserve. The whiskey is sold in "Aged" and "Extra Aged" varieties, estimated by experts to be aged 8-10 and 12-15 years respectively. KED&V has been extremely tight-lipped about how the company could produce a whiskey three to five times its own age, leading to rampant industry speculation and even wild accusations that the beverage has been artificially aged through "Sith alchemy". Naturally, KED&V dismisses the rumours as absurd.
* Dragostae, a Zeltron spear-grain whiskey, named for the Zeltron colony city formerly on [[Karufr]]
* Kasiyan spiceberry liqueur (described as similar to [[starwars:raava|Socorran raava]] made from zsajhira berries, but with intense cinnamon notes)
* Katarn black ruby malbec (developed for Consul [[Kir Katarn]], used to create the cocktail of the same name)
* Lacrima Alabaster (diamond), Viridian (emerald) and Cinnabar (ruby) wines
* Mando'ade, a carbonated citrus energy drink fortified with ''[[starwars:tihaar|tihaar]]'' (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
* Mountain Spring, mineral water extracted from a Scios Range spring (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Ood Bnar]])
* Storm-Tossed, a dark rum produced in collaboration with [[Rasilvenaira StormRaven]] and [[Morgan B. Sorenn]]
* Partner production:
** Cat's Meow, a [[wiki:Nepeta|nepeta]] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Togoria|Togoria]]
** Dog's Bollocks, an [https://www.thesprucepets.com/anise-is-like-catnip-for-dogs-5207302 aniseed] liqueur produced for KED&V by an artisan distiller on [[starwars:Uvena Prime|Uvena Prime]]

====Marid Fisheries====

Marid Fisheries is the latest venture in TEAD's expanding food offerings. They operate out of two shore-based fisheries—one at the border of the Karufr Highlands and the Southern Ice Sheet, the other at the eastern edge of the Eastern Red Hills—to avoid any pollution associated with major urban centres. They also conduct smaller freshwater fishing in the major lakes and rivers of the Scios Range.

Rather than importing off-world varieties of fish, Marid Fisheries specialises in native Kasiyan offerings. These include:

* Beltfish
* Marid redfin
* Marid whitefin
* Monkfish

====Mecetti Farms====

Mecetti Farms is Taldryan's second main agri-food corporation, together with Kasiya Estates. Likewise located in the Mytilene region of Kasiya, Mecetti Farms produces high-quality meat and dairy products from free-range livestock. They offer a wide variety of bantha and nerf cuts, milk, cheese, frozen dairy desserts, and whey-based protein supplements.

Some of the products offered by Mecetti Farms included:

* Cheeses
** Aged hard cheeses
** Soft cheeses, including varieties with fruit and/or nuts
* Dairy
** Flavoured milk drinks
** Frozen dairy desserts
** This Is The Whey, a line of protein supplement bars and powdered mixes (developed for Supreme Chancellor [[Appius Wight|Appius Taldrya Wight]])
* Fruits and vegetables
** Fruits: Blumfruit, grapes (incl. diamond, emerald, and ruby varieties), jewel-fruit, jogan fruit, Kasiyan spiceberry (a small red berry that's 40% sweet, 30% tart, and 30% spicy), meiloorun, muja, shuura, sour green plums (for both sale and use in Kasiya Estates products), sunfruit (a bright yellow Kasiyan cultivar known for its slightly tart sweetness)
** Green vegetables: broad beans, heart-greens, leafy broccoli, long beans, mustard greens, stem beans
** Juice blends
** Spices: Kasiyan spring frostbite pepper (a peppercorn with floral notes in small amounts, but a numbing effect in large quantities)
* Meats
** Free-range, grass-fed bantha and nerf in a wide variety of cuts

===Xyumi Electronics===

Xyumi Electronics produces popular consumer electronics like comlinks and datapads, from both licensed and original designs. They also work with Taldryan's Sphere of Research and Intelligence to develop custom hardware for security and intelligence applications.

{{Taldryan}}

[[Category:Clans|Taldryan]]
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The Arx Dispatch

2025-02-27T22:09:33Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Release Catalogue */ New link for Jan 2025

{{Eras|real}}'''The Arx Dispatch''' is the quarterly newsletter released for active members of the Brotherhood. It is created and maintained by the [[Emissary]] Staff. ''The Arx Dispatch'' is the Brotherhood's second newsletter, following the [[Dark Voice]].

== Release Catalogue ==

* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HFu2ttzQwCLvBP1oTC7HZ2H8fQ2Tv_KJ/view?usp=sharing Vol. I, Issue 1 (April 2024)]
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_ktkg7Hd5Ua_vLsIe9p6UA1YrWwxjc-r/view?usp=sharing Vol. I, Issue 2 (July 2024)]
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/12eBP0LJo3pHN6W2GLaX09IaKSAWlwgxZ/view?usp=sharing Vol. I, Issue 3 (October 2024)]
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LKXq3KAd-pzFXypfqrAyChi5_n9datrC/view?usp=sharing Vol. I, Issue 4 (January 2025)]
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The Arx Dispatch

2025-02-27T21:33:29Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Release Catalogue */ Added Oct 2024 and Jan 2025 links

{{Eras|real}}'''The Arx Dispatch''' is the quarterly newsletter released for active members of the Brotherhood. It is created and maintained by the [[Emissary]] Staff. ''The Arx Dispatch'' is the Brotherhood's second newsletter, following the [[Dark Voice]].

== Release Catalogue ==

* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HFu2ttzQwCLvBP1oTC7HZ2H8fQ2Tv_KJ/view?usp=sharing Vol. I, Issue 1 (April 2024)]
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_ktkg7Hd5Ua_vLsIe9p6UA1YrWwxjc-r/view?usp=sharing Vol. I, Issue 2 (July 2024)]
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/12eBP0LJo3pHN6W2GLaX09IaKSAWlwgxZ/view?usp=sharing Vol. I, Issue 3 (October 2024)]
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZoWX_ZHMP9v9_9em7vXYIz4S5UNylT2W/view?usp=sharing Vol. I, Issue 4 (January 2025)]
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Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama

2025-02-08T20:53:58Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Extended Absence */ Expanded section

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'''Seraine “Erinyes” Taldrya Ténama''' was a long-standing member of the Brotherhood of Dark Jedi. During her Brotherhood career, she served in a range of leadership positions, ranging from House-level responsibilities to seats on the Dark Summit. Most prominently, Erinyes was the Brotherhood’s first [[Fiction Tribune]], and later became the [[Combat Master|overseer]] of the [[Antei Combat Center]]. In 37 ABY, she was appointed [[Proconsul]] of [[Clan Taldryan]], and succeeded [[Rian Taldrya]] as [[Consul]] the following year.

In 42 ABY, Erinyes ascended to the [[Dark Council]] as [[Emissary]] of the the [[The Brotherhood|Brotherhood]].

== Character History ==

=== Early Years ===

Seraine's early life could easily be summarised as, "so close, and yet, so far." The [[starwars:Zeltron|Zeltron]] girl was the product of an illicit relationship between a Tapani nobleman, one Baron Timuron Balis, and his Zeltron pilot and mistress, Lani Ténama. The nobleman had enough of a sense of honour to make sure that his paramour and daughter were provided for—perhaps because, ironically and through very similar circumstances, Balis was half Zeltron himself—but the price of the stipend was that his indiscretion be kept secret, lest it irreparably damage his standing among noble society.

As a result, Seraine spent her childhood knowing exactly who her father was and even living off his family fortune, but without ever feeling like she was part of his family. The feelings of isolation and rootlessness only intensified when, while Seraine was still a young girl, her mother took ill and passed away. After that, Seraine spent most of her childhood living with trusted retainers of her family on Procopia; she tried to move to Zeltros in her teenage years to live with her mother's relatives, but that plan fell apart when her cheap bastard of a father threatened to cut her funds off if she left Tapani space.

The person who ended up being the largest influence on the young Zeltron was her great-aunt Estalle, a relative on her father's side. Estalle was the iron lady of the family, and took it upon herself to make sure Seraine was not just provided for, but taught how to use her brains and feminine charms—one of the few ways Seraine's obvious Zeltron heritage worked to her advantage in the Tapani Sector—to make up for what she lacked in money and pedigree.

Then, there were the ''other'' lessons...

===Start of Darkness===

Like many children who grew up in wealthy Tapani households, Seraine was educated by tutors instead of going to regular schools. Starting in her early teens, she also had a tutor that the other kids didn't: a man who called himself an "[[Society of Envoys|Envoy]] of the [[Grand Master]]". At first, the Zeltron didn't know (or particularly care) what he was talking about, but it wasn't long before the mysterious mentor brought Seraine face to face with her years of hurt and resentment over her mother's absence and her father's neglect. Seraine's first brushes with the Force quickly followed, and over the next few years, she worked with a series of Envoys to hone her skills with the Dark Side. By her seventeenth birthday, Seraine had modified one of the [[starwars:lightfoil|lightfoils]] the local duelists used into a proper lightsaber. When the Zeltron finished her schooling (Great-Aunt Estalle insisted she did, and not even the Envoys of the Grand Master—a man who would later become Seraine's patron—were prepared to argue with her), the Envoys bustled her off to a place that would become her new home: [[Antei]].

=== Brotherhood Years ===

After her formal induction into the Brotherhood, Seraine joined Clan [[Taldryan]] under the moniker "Erinyes". She first joined [[House Ektrosis]] as a member of the Phoenix Brigade, remaining as a member of Phoenix throughout the [[Seventh Great Jedi War|Third Brotherhood Civil War]]. Soon after the War was over, Erinyes transferred to [[House Dinaari]] to lead Dark Fire Brigade, and was eventually appointed as Quaestor. Though her period at the helm of Taldryan's former Obelisk House was relatively quiet, her reign included what has since become an unlikely milestone in Taldryan's history: the formation of the [[Old Folks' Home]]. Following that "success", in 19 ABY (May 2006) Erinyes was appointed as one of the Dark Brotherhood's first [[Tribune|Tribunes]].

Erinyes' service as a Tribune (primarily under [[Grand Master]] [[Jac Cotelin]], and briefly in the same position under under Grand Master [[Sarin]]) lasted for a total of two years through 19-21 ABY, a period which marked her accession to the ranks of the [[Elders]] upon her promotion to [[Dark Side Adept]]. However, by the end of her second year in the position, the vagaries of daily routine had started to take their toll on the Zeltron, a fact noted by both Jac and Sarin during their respective reigns. Upon consulting with the Dark Lords of the Sith, the Brotherhood's first Fiction Tribune resigned her position; shortly thereafter, she vanished entirely from the Iron Throne's sight.

Erinyes was absent for the [[Eighth Great Jedi War|Alien Incursion]], only returning to the Brotherhood in 23 ABY (June 2008). She resumed her position in the Antei Combat Center as a Trainer and rejoined Phoenix Phyle within House Ektrosis, and went on to serve her Clan with distinction during the [[Ninth Great Jedi War]]. Following the brutal conflict with the forces of Ormancor Crask and the ascent of [[Muz Ashen]] to the Iron Throne, the Zeltron Adept once again found herself called to service for the Brotherhood. A vacuum had formed in the leadership of the [[Antei Combat Centre]], and the scion of the [[Keibatsu]] felt that Erinyes' experience would be valuable in her new role as the Brotherhood's [[Combat Master]].

The Taldryanite's reign over the gladiatorial institute, she felt, followed a similar trend to leadership experiences in the Brotherhood as a whole. While she was hardly the first to hold the position, her tenure marked a relatively steady period in the Centre's existence, consisting of both rises and lulls in activity. As in her previous experiences as Fiction Tribune, Erinyes presided over the Centre for approximately two years, beteen 25 and 27 ABY. Eventually, however, the Adept did take her leave of the position; following the conflict on [[Salas V]] dubbed the "[[Spoils of War]]", Erinyes found herself as wearied by the events as many other Dark Jedi were.

=== Extended Absence ===

In late 27 ABY, Erinyes once again resigned her post and disappeared from public Brotherhood duties. This time, her absence would last for nearly a decade.

During that time, Erinyes worked to advance the Brotherhood's interests in the galactic shadows. Grand Master [[Muz Ashen]] assigned her to investigate [[starwars:First Order | an Imperial remnant]] that was building a power base in the Unknown Regions. Erinyes would spend several years harassing the First Order to keep them distracted from the Brotherhood's presence.

When the [[starwars:First Order-Resistance War | First Order-Resistance War]] kicked off and the Brotherhood no longer risked gaining the First Order's notice, Erinyes joined Muz in hunting down the remnants of the [[One Sith]] left over from the Brotherhood's [[Dark Crusade]].

=== Full Circle ===

In 37 ABY, two events prompted Erinyes to reconsider her long-time absence from the Brotherhood. The first was an encounter with a bounty hunter named Grot while Erinyes was "vacationing" on Naboo, in which the Trandoshan both publicly identified her as a [[Sith]] and offered her a long-term engagement with Clan [[Arcona]]. The second was an urgent missive from then-Savant [[Cymbre Kall]], Quaestor of House Ektrosis, asking for Erinyes' help in rebuilding Taldryan after the events of the Thirteenth Great Jedi War. In a rare case of her concern for others overpowering her desire to avoid exerting effort, Erinyes agreed to return to her Clan and try to spark its resurgence, or at least salvage whatever remnants of it she could. Unusually to those who knew her best, Erinyes—despite her aversion to both commitment and hard work—had also recruited an apprentice: a young Togruta woman named Vicandria.

Late in 37 ABY, Erinyes was appointed Proconsul of Taldryan by then-Consul Rian Taldrya, and began the long process of revitalising the Clan. She was the driving force behind the creation of the [[Taldryan Auxiliary Divisions]], oversaw sweeping reorganisations of the [[Taldryan Army]] and [[Taldryan Navy]], and assisted Rian in organising Taldryan's response when the [[Collective]] attempted to take over the [[Caelus System]]'s government. In early 38 ABY, she took on a second apprentice: a fellow Tapani and would-be Imperial Navy pilot named Crysenia.

===Ascent to Power===

After half a year as his deputy, Erinyes succeeded Rian as Consul of Taldryan. In the earliest months of her reign, she set plans into motion to distance Taldryan from the Caelus Council, in response to the risk of a Collective takeover. However, her plans were interrupted by the attack on [[Arx]] that signalled the beginning of the [[Fourteenth Great Jedi War]].

Erinyes' tenure as Consul continued until 39 ABY, including [[Rite of Supremacy: Escalation|the conflict between the Severian Principate and the Tenixir Revenants]].

===A Lull===

Following her resignation from Consul of Taldryan in 39 ABY, Erinyes went into semi-retirement, but still engaged in off-grid projects for the Clan. She founded and oversaw the sprawling reserve of [[Mytilene]], where she made her home among two of Taldryan's commercial enterprises.

In 41 ABY, in expectation of a call to arms by the Council, Erinyes returned to the Taldryan Summit as Vice-Chancellor under [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]]. She served in that position for several months, including the duration of the [[Sixteenth Great Jedi War]].

===New Heights===

In 42 ABY, [[Grand Master]] [[Dacien Victae]] selected Erinyes as the second holder of the re-established position of [[Emissary]], making her his personal representative and one of the ''de facto'' public faces of the Brotherhood throughout the wider Galaxy.

== Physical Appearance ==

(in progress)

Unusually for a Sith, there was no evidence that Erinyes ever displayed the yellow irises that typically resulted from Dark Side corruption. Occasionally, this conspicuous absence led other members of the Brotherhood to speculate that Erinyes was lax in her adherence to the teachings of the Sith, perhaps even more Grey Jedi than a follower of the Dark Side.

(see also [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama#Images|Images]], below)

== Personality and Traits ==

The Brotherhood had many members and affiliates who were skilled at employing subtle, even covert means to achieve their goals. Erinyes, however, was not one of them. Instead, the Zeltron was a force of nature. She was easily recognisable, loved to be the centre of attention, and never hesitated to take the most direct route to solving her problems.

Erinyes' darker, more destructive impulses were hidden under a mask of obfuscating stupidity and drunken indifference. She was every bit the hard-drinking, flirtatious party girl that her species was stereotyped to be, and possessed a well-known allergy to hard work. As a result, she was far less ambitious than most members of the Brotherhood. Despite that, Erinyes was still a Sith Elder, and had no qualms about manipulating others or throwing her power around when it benefitted her. The difference mainly laid in how much hassle she was willing to put up with as a result of doing so. Seducing the rich and powerful into paying for a decadent night on the town and disappearing by morning was one of her favourite pastimes, but she rarely bothered draining their credit chips or pocketing their jewellery on the way out, just so she wouldn't have to worry about someone trying to track her down.

Even getting on Erinyes' bad side rarely resulted in the same lethal consequences as crossing another Dark Jedi. If someone tried to cheat her, she would take every last credit they had and leave them to their own devices, counting on them to be too embarrassed at their own failure to round up help and try to take revenge. If some planetary security officer on a crusade For Great Justice tried to cuff her, she would rather give them a chance to realize they were in over their head than go to the trouble of finding a new bar to hang out in. Even when forced to fight, Erinyes preferred to leave bested opponents alive (as long as they weren't likely to be a future threat), believing that forcing them to live with their defeat would be more painful than death. The most reliable ways to draw Erinyes' full wrath were by humiliating her, or threatening something or someone she cared about, including her Clan in times of war. When her temper was stoked, she wouldn't hesitate to bring the full weight of her power to bear and annihilate anything that stood in her way.

(in progress)

== Powers and Abilities ==
{{Quote|There are only two ways to survive as a Sith: by being powerful, or by being useful to someone who is.|Erinyes}}

Befitting her disdain for subtle machinations, Erinyes applied her unrestrained passion to her pursuit of the Discipline of the Sith Marauder.

===Lightsaber Combat===

As with any Marauder, Erinyes' primary focus was lightsaber combat.

Throughout her career, Erinyes strongly favoured the Juyo variant of [[starwars:Form_VII|Form VII]] for its focus on aggressive, overwhelming attacks. In the rare instances that she couldn't break through an opponent's defences with raw speed, she augmented her bladework with [[starwars:Tràkata|Tràkata]] techniques. One of her favourite tactics was the Tràkata technique known as "Passing the Blade", which she used liberally to bypass her opponents' defences.

===Dun Möch===

Erinyes also made extensive use of [[starwars:Dun_Möch|Dun Möch]], which she referred to as "weaponised kark-talking", to mentally unbalance her opponents. Despite primarily being known as a lightsaber technique, Erinyes also applied Dun Möch principles to social interactions, particularly in combination with fast-talk.

===Force Powers===

Although she specialised in lightsaber combat, Erinyes also made extensive use of Force powers to augment her skills. Amplifying her physical abilities was a large part of her combat strategy. Likewise, her aggressive style meant she relied on her ability to sense incoming attacks to avoid harm.

Erinyes also frequently used telekinetic powers. Unlike many Dark Jedi, Erinyes made little use of Force Lightning or Rage, due to the physical strain it placed on her.

(in progress)

== Images ==

<gallery>
File:ErinyesV1-Kaela.jpg|Erinyes by Kaela Croft|alt=Erinyes by Kaela Croft
</gallery>

<gallery>
File:Erinyes.jpg|Erinyes in her original custom robes (picture by [[User:Zasati Tryezsh|Zasati Tryezsh]])|alt=Erinyes by Zasati
</gallery>

== DJB Facts ==
Some of Erinyes' career highlights in the Brotherhood include:

* Served as Emissary of the Brotherhood
* Served as Dark Brotherhood Combat Master
* Served as the inaugural Dark Brotherhood Fiction Tribune
* Long-time member of Taldryan, including leadership roles at House level during Taldryan's existence as a Clan
* Quaestor of Dinaari during the formation of the [[Old Folks' Home]] (Note: While Erinyes technically ordered the creation of that team, she takes no responsibility for their activities in the years since. Any feedback, constructive or otherwise, can be directed to [[Shadow Taldrya]]. '''37 ABY Edit:''' For all the good that'll do.)

Erinyes has also been involved in staff positions for various officers and groups in the DB. She has previously served as the [[Combat Master]] of the [[Antei Combat Center]] (and was formerly a Judge and Trainer there) as well as a [[Magistrate]] to the [[Deputy Grand Master]]. When [[Sarin]] ascended the Iron Throne, Erinyes followed him to become Magistrate to the Grand Master. As of 38 ABY, she was [[Praetor]] to the [[Headmaster|Headmistress]], [[Ciara Tearnan Rothwell Tarentae]]. In 41 ABY, she became Magistrate to the [[Seneschal]].

== Trivia ==
* Zeltrons are a near-Human species hailing from the planet Zeltros. They have a reputation as a lazy, hedonistic species more interested in luxury and parties than the concerns of daily life. Zeltrons are also known for their accomplishments in the arts and their significant sexual appetites.
* Zeltrons possess a number of traits specific to their species, including the ability to exude pheromones to influence the moods of others (in much the same manner as the Falleen), empathy and the ability to project their emotions on to others. The latter two abilities have been subsumed into Erinyes' Dark Side Force powers.

== OOC Info ==

See [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama/OOC]] for more info.

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Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama

2025-02-08T20:04:47Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Brotherhood Years */ Split hiatus off into separate section.

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'''Seraine “Erinyes” Taldrya Ténama''' was a long-standing member of the Brotherhood of Dark Jedi. During her Brotherhood career, she served in a range of leadership positions, ranging from House-level responsibilities to seats on the Dark Summit. Most prominently, Erinyes was the Brotherhood’s first [[Fiction Tribune]], and later became the [[Combat Master|overseer]] of the [[Antei Combat Center]]. In 37 ABY, she was appointed [[Proconsul]] of [[Clan Taldryan]], and succeeded [[Rian Taldrya]] as [[Consul]] the following year.

In 42 ABY, Erinyes ascended to the [[Dark Council]] as [[Emissary]] of the the [[The Brotherhood|Brotherhood]].

== Character History ==

=== Early Years ===

Seraine's early life could easily be summarised as, "so close, and yet, so far." The [[starwars:Zeltron|Zeltron]] girl was the product of an illicit relationship between a Tapani nobleman, one Baron Timuron Balis, and his Zeltron pilot and mistress, Lani Ténama. The nobleman had enough of a sense of honour to make sure that his paramour and daughter were provided for—perhaps because, ironically and through very similar circumstances, Balis was half Zeltron himself—but the price of the stipend was that his indiscretion be kept secret, lest it irreparably damage his standing among noble society.

As a result, Seraine spent her childhood knowing exactly who her father was and even living off his family fortune, but without ever feeling like she was part of his family. The feelings of isolation and rootlessness only intensified when, while Seraine was still a young girl, her mother took ill and passed away. After that, Seraine spent most of her childhood living with trusted retainers of her family on Procopia; she tried to move to Zeltros in her teenage years to live with her mother's relatives, but that plan fell apart when her cheap bastard of a father threatened to cut her funds off if she left Tapani space.

The person who ended up being the largest influence on the young Zeltron was her great-aunt Estalle, a relative on her father's side. Estalle was the iron lady of the family, and took it upon herself to make sure Seraine was not just provided for, but taught how to use her brains and feminine charms—one of the few ways Seraine's obvious Zeltron heritage worked to her advantage in the Tapani Sector—to make up for what she lacked in money and pedigree.

Then, there were the ''other'' lessons...

===Start of Darkness===

Like many children who grew up in wealthy Tapani households, Seraine was educated by tutors instead of going to regular schools. Starting in her early teens, she also had a tutor that the other kids didn't: a man who called himself an "[[Society of Envoys|Envoy]] of the [[Grand Master]]". At first, the Zeltron didn't know (or particularly care) what he was talking about, but it wasn't long before the mysterious mentor brought Seraine face to face with her years of hurt and resentment over her mother's absence and her father's neglect. Seraine's first brushes with the Force quickly followed, and over the next few years, she worked with a series of Envoys to hone her skills with the Dark Side. By her seventeenth birthday, Seraine had modified one of the [[starwars:lightfoil|lightfoils]] the local duelists used into a proper lightsaber. When the Zeltron finished her schooling (Great-Aunt Estalle insisted she did, and not even the Envoys of the Grand Master—a man who would later become Seraine's patron—were prepared to argue with her), the Envoys bustled her off to a place that would become her new home: [[Antei]].

=== Brotherhood Years ===

After her formal induction into the Brotherhood, Seraine joined Clan [[Taldryan]] under the moniker "Erinyes". She first joined [[House Ektrosis]] as a member of the Phoenix Brigade, remaining as a member of Phoenix throughout the [[Seventh Great Jedi War|Third Brotherhood Civil War]]. Soon after the War was over, Erinyes transferred to [[House Dinaari]] to lead Dark Fire Brigade, and was eventually appointed as Quaestor. Though her period at the helm of Taldryan's former Obelisk House was relatively quiet, her reign included what has since become an unlikely milestone in Taldryan's history: the formation of the [[Old Folks' Home]]. Following that "success", in 19 ABY (May 2006) Erinyes was appointed as one of the Dark Brotherhood's first [[Tribune|Tribunes]].

Erinyes' service as a Tribune (primarily under [[Grand Master]] [[Jac Cotelin]], and briefly in the same position under under Grand Master [[Sarin]]) lasted for a total of two years through 19-21 ABY, a period which marked her accession to the ranks of the [[Elders]] upon her promotion to [[Dark Side Adept]]. However, by the end of her second year in the position, the vagaries of daily routine had started to take their toll on the Zeltron, a fact noted by both Jac and Sarin during their respective reigns. Upon consulting with the Dark Lords of the Sith, the Brotherhood's first Fiction Tribune resigned her position; shortly thereafter, she vanished entirely from the Iron Throne's sight.

Erinyes was absent for the [[Eighth Great Jedi War|Alien Incursion]], only returning to the Brotherhood in 23 ABY (June 2008). She resumed her position in the Antei Combat Center as a Trainer and rejoined Phoenix Phyle within House Ektrosis, and went on to serve her Clan with distinction during the [[Ninth Great Jedi War]]. Following the brutal conflict with the forces of Ormancor Crask and the ascent of [[Muz Ashen]] to the Iron Throne, the Zeltron Adept once again found herself called to service for the Brotherhood. A vacuum had formed in the leadership of the [[Antei Combat Centre]], and the scion of the [[Keibatsu]] felt that Erinyes' experience would be valuable in her new role as the Brotherhood's [[Combat Master]].

The Taldryanite's reign over the gladiatorial institute, she felt, followed a similar trend to leadership experiences in the Brotherhood as a whole. While she was hardly the first to hold the position, her tenure marked a relatively steady period in the Centre's existence, consisting of both rises and lulls in activity. As in her previous experiences as Fiction Tribune, Erinyes presided over the Centre for approximately two years, beteen 25 and 27 ABY. Eventually, however, the Adept did take her leave of the position; following the conflict on [[Salas V]] dubbed the "[[Spoils of War]]", Erinyes found herself as wearied by the events as many other Dark Jedi were.

=== Extended Absence ===

Not long after the conclusion of Spoils of War, she once again resigned her post and disappeared, this time for nearly a decade.

Erinyes rarely speaks of activities during her hiatus from the Brotherhood. Inquisitorius records note that she served as a starfighter pilot instructor for the First Order in the early 30s ABY, but departed prior to that group's destruction of Hosnian Prime.

=== Full Circle ===

In 37 ABY, two events prompted Erinyes to reconsider her long-time absence from the Brotherhood. The first was an encounter with a bounty hunter named Grot while Erinyes was "vacationing" on Naboo, in which the Trandoshan both publicly identified her as a [[Sith]] and offered her a long-term engagement with Clan [[Arcona]]. The second was an urgent missive from then-Savant [[Cymbre Kall]], Quaestor of House Ektrosis, asking for Erinyes' help in rebuilding Taldryan after the events of the Thirteenth Great Jedi War. In a rare case of her concern for others overpowering her desire to avoid exerting effort, Erinyes agreed to return to her Clan and try to spark its resurgence, or at least salvage whatever remnants of it she could. Unusually to those who knew her best, Erinyes—despite her aversion to both commitment and hard work—had also recruited an apprentice: a young Togruta woman named Vicandria.

Late in 37 ABY, Erinyes was appointed Proconsul of Taldryan by then-Consul Rian Taldrya, and began the long process of revitalising the Clan. She was the driving force behind the creation of the [[Taldryan Auxiliary Divisions]], oversaw sweeping reorganisations of the [[Taldryan Army]] and [[Taldryan Navy]], and assisted Rian in organising Taldryan's response when the [[Collective]] attempted to take over the [[Caelus System]]'s government. In early 38 ABY, she took on a second apprentice: a fellow Tapani and would-be Imperial Navy pilot named Crysenia.

===Ascent to Power===

After half a year as his deputy, Erinyes succeeded Rian as Consul of Taldryan. In the earliest months of her reign, she set plans into motion to distance Taldryan from the Caelus Council, in response to the risk of a Collective takeover. However, her plans were interrupted by the attack on [[Arx]] that signalled the beginning of the [[Fourteenth Great Jedi War]].

Erinyes' tenure as Consul continued until 39 ABY, including [[Rite of Supremacy: Escalation|the conflict between the Severian Principate and the Tenixir Revenants]].

===A Lull===

Following her resignation from Consul of Taldryan in 39 ABY, Erinyes went into semi-retirement, but still engaged in off-grid projects for the Clan. She founded and oversaw the sprawling reserve of [[Mytilene]], where she made her home among two of Taldryan's commercial enterprises.

In 41 ABY, in expectation of a call to arms by the Council, Erinyes returned to the Taldryan Summit as Vice-Chancellor under [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]]. She served in that position for several months, including the duration of the [[Sixteenth Great Jedi War]].

===New Heights===

In 42 ABY, [[Grand Master]] [[Dacien Victae]] selected Erinyes as the second holder of the re-established position of [[Emissary]], making her his personal representative and one of the ''de facto'' public faces of the Brotherhood throughout the wider Galaxy.

== Physical Appearance ==

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Unusually for a Sith, there was no evidence that Erinyes ever displayed the yellow irises that typically resulted from Dark Side corruption. Occasionally, this conspicuous absence led other members of the Brotherhood to speculate that Erinyes was lax in her adherence to the teachings of the Sith, perhaps even more Grey Jedi than a follower of the Dark Side.

(see also [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama#Images|Images]], below)

== Personality and Traits ==

The Brotherhood had many members and affiliates who were skilled at employing subtle, even covert means to achieve their goals. Erinyes, however, was not one of them. Instead, the Zeltron was a force of nature. She was easily recognisable, loved to be the centre of attention, and never hesitated to take the most direct route to solving her problems.

Erinyes' darker, more destructive impulses were hidden under a mask of obfuscating stupidity and drunken indifference. She was every bit the hard-drinking, flirtatious party girl that her species was stereotyped to be, and possessed a well-known allergy to hard work. As a result, she was far less ambitious than most members of the Brotherhood. Despite that, Erinyes was still a Sith Elder, and had no qualms about manipulating others or throwing her power around when it benefitted her. The difference mainly laid in how much hassle she was willing to put up with as a result of doing so. Seducing the rich and powerful into paying for a decadent night on the town and disappearing by morning was one of her favourite pastimes, but she rarely bothered draining their credit chips or pocketing their jewellery on the way out, just so she wouldn't have to worry about someone trying to track her down.

Even getting on Erinyes' bad side rarely resulted in the same lethal consequences as crossing another Dark Jedi. If someone tried to cheat her, she would take every last credit they had and leave them to their own devices, counting on them to be too embarrassed at their own failure to round up help and try to take revenge. If some planetary security officer on a crusade For Great Justice tried to cuff her, she would rather give them a chance to realize they were in over their head than go to the trouble of finding a new bar to hang out in. Even when forced to fight, Erinyes preferred to leave bested opponents alive (as long as they weren't likely to be a future threat), believing that forcing them to live with their defeat would be more painful than death. The most reliable ways to draw Erinyes' full wrath were by humiliating her, or threatening something or someone she cared about, including her Clan in times of war. When her temper was stoked, she wouldn't hesitate to bring the full weight of her power to bear and annihilate anything that stood in her way.

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== Powers and Abilities ==
{{Quote|There are only two ways to survive as a Sith: by being powerful, or by being useful to someone who is.|Erinyes}}

Befitting her disdain for subtle machinations, Erinyes applied her unrestrained passion to her pursuit of the Discipline of the Sith Marauder.

===Lightsaber Combat===

As with any Marauder, Erinyes' primary focus was lightsaber combat.

Throughout her career, Erinyes strongly favoured the Juyo variant of [[starwars:Form_VII|Form VII]] for its focus on aggressive, overwhelming attacks. In the rare instances that she couldn't break through an opponent's defences with raw speed, she augmented her bladework with [[starwars:Tràkata|Tràkata]] techniques. One of her favourite tactics was the Tràkata technique known as "Passing the Blade", which she used liberally to bypass her opponents' defences.

===Dun Möch===

Erinyes also made extensive use of [[starwars:Dun_Möch|Dun Möch]], which she referred to as "weaponised kark-talking", to mentally unbalance her opponents. Despite primarily being known as a lightsaber technique, Erinyes also applied Dun Möch principles to social interactions, particularly in combination with fast-talk.

===Force Powers===

Although she specialised in lightsaber combat, Erinyes also made extensive use of Force powers to augment her skills. Amplifying her physical abilities was a large part of her combat strategy. Likewise, her aggressive style meant she relied on her ability to sense incoming attacks to avoid harm.

Erinyes also frequently used telekinetic powers. Unlike many Dark Jedi, Erinyes made little use of Force Lightning or Rage, due to the physical strain it placed on her.

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== Images ==

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File:ErinyesV1-Kaela.jpg|Erinyes by Kaela Croft|alt=Erinyes by Kaela Croft
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File:Erinyes.jpg|Erinyes in her original custom robes (picture by [[User:Zasati Tryezsh|Zasati Tryezsh]])|alt=Erinyes by Zasati
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== DJB Facts ==
Some of Erinyes' career highlights in the Brotherhood include:

* Served as Emissary of the Brotherhood
* Served as Dark Brotherhood Combat Master
* Served as the inaugural Dark Brotherhood Fiction Tribune
* Long-time member of Taldryan, including leadership roles at House level during Taldryan's existence as a Clan
* Quaestor of Dinaari during the formation of the [[Old Folks' Home]] (Note: While Erinyes technically ordered the creation of that team, she takes no responsibility for their activities in the years since. Any feedback, constructive or otherwise, can be directed to [[Shadow Taldrya]]. '''37 ABY Edit:''' For all the good that'll do.)

Erinyes has also been involved in staff positions for various officers and groups in the DB. She has previously served as the [[Combat Master]] of the [[Antei Combat Center]] (and was formerly a Judge and Trainer there) as well as a [[Magistrate]] to the [[Deputy Grand Master]]. When [[Sarin]] ascended the Iron Throne, Erinyes followed him to become Magistrate to the Grand Master. As of 38 ABY, she was [[Praetor]] to the [[Headmaster|Headmistress]], [[Ciara Tearnan Rothwell Tarentae]]. In 41 ABY, she became Magistrate to the [[Seneschal]].

== Trivia ==
* Zeltrons are a near-Human species hailing from the planet Zeltros. They have a reputation as a lazy, hedonistic species more interested in luxury and parties than the concerns of daily life. Zeltrons are also known for their accomplishments in the arts and their significant sexual appetites.
* Zeltrons possess a number of traits specific to their species, including the ability to exude pheromones to influence the moods of others (in much the same manner as the Falleen), empathy and the ability to project their emotions on to others. The latter two abilities have been subsumed into Erinyes' Dark Side Force powers.

== OOC Info ==

See [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama/OOC]] for more info.

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2025-02-08T20:04:04Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: Moved Recruitment Tribune off of the "current" list.

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Reporting directly to the GM and DGM, Tribunes provide services for members. The following are the current Tribunes of the Brotherhood:

* [[Wiki Tribune]] (T:W)

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* [[Forum Tribune]] (T:Forum)
* [[Dark Voice Tribune]] (T:DV)
* [[Gaming Tribune]] (T:G)
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Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama

2025-02-08T19:53:06Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Brotherhood Years */ Tweaked hiatus history

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'''Seraine “Erinyes” Taldrya Ténama''' was a long-standing member of the Brotherhood of Dark Jedi. During her Brotherhood career, she served in a range of leadership positions, ranging from House-level responsibilities to seats on the Dark Summit. Most prominently, Erinyes was the Brotherhood’s first [[Fiction Tribune]], and later became the [[Combat Master|overseer]] of the [[Antei Combat Center]]. In 37 ABY, she was appointed [[Proconsul]] of [[Clan Taldryan]], and succeeded [[Rian Taldrya]] as [[Consul]] the following year.

In 42 ABY, Erinyes ascended to the [[Dark Council]] as [[Emissary]] of the the [[The Brotherhood|Brotherhood]].

== Character History ==

=== Early Years ===

Seraine's early life could easily be summarised as, "so close, and yet, so far." The [[starwars:Zeltron|Zeltron]] girl was the product of an illicit relationship between a Tapani nobleman, one Baron Timuron Balis, and his Zeltron pilot and mistress, Lani Ténama. The nobleman had enough of a sense of honour to make sure that his paramour and daughter were provided for—perhaps because, ironically and through very similar circumstances, Balis was half Zeltron himself—but the price of the stipend was that his indiscretion be kept secret, lest it irreparably damage his standing among noble society.

As a result, Seraine spent her childhood knowing exactly who her father was and even living off his family fortune, but without ever feeling like she was part of his family. The feelings of isolation and rootlessness only intensified when, while Seraine was still a young girl, her mother took ill and passed away. After that, Seraine spent most of her childhood living with trusted retainers of her family on Procopia; she tried to move to Zeltros in her teenage years to live with her mother's relatives, but that plan fell apart when her cheap bastard of a father threatened to cut her funds off if she left Tapani space.

The person who ended up being the largest influence on the young Zeltron was her great-aunt Estalle, a relative on her father's side. Estalle was the iron lady of the family, and took it upon herself to make sure Seraine was not just provided for, but taught how to use her brains and feminine charms—one of the few ways Seraine's obvious Zeltron heritage worked to her advantage in the Tapani Sector—to make up for what she lacked in money and pedigree.

Then, there were the ''other'' lessons...

===Start of Darkness===

Like many children who grew up in wealthy Tapani households, Seraine was educated by tutors instead of going to regular schools. Starting in her early teens, she also had a tutor that the other kids didn't: a man who called himself an "[[Society of Envoys|Envoy]] of the [[Grand Master]]". At first, the Zeltron didn't know (or particularly care) what he was talking about, but it wasn't long before the mysterious mentor brought Seraine face to face with her years of hurt and resentment over her mother's absence and her father's neglect. Seraine's first brushes with the Force quickly followed, and over the next few years, she worked with a series of Envoys to hone her skills with the Dark Side. By her seventeenth birthday, Seraine had modified one of the [[starwars:lightfoil|lightfoils]] the local duelists used into a proper lightsaber. When the Zeltron finished her schooling (Great-Aunt Estalle insisted she did, and not even the Envoys of the Grand Master—a man who would later become Seraine's patron—were prepared to argue with her), the Envoys bustled her off to a place that would become her new home: [[Antei]].

=== Brotherhood Years ===

After her formal induction into the Brotherhood, Seraine joined Clan [[Taldryan]] under the moniker "Erinyes". She first joined [[House Ektrosis]] as a member of the Phoenix Brigade, remaining as a member of Phoenix throughout the [[Seventh Great Jedi War|Third Brotherhood Civil War]]. Soon after the War was over, Erinyes transferred to [[House Dinaari]] to lead Dark Fire Brigade, and was eventually appointed as Quaestor. Though her period at the helm of Taldryan's former Obelisk House was relatively quiet, her reign included what has since become an unlikely milestone in Taldryan's history: the formation of the [[Old Folks' Home]]. Following that "success", in 19 ABY (May 2006) Erinyes was appointed Dark Brotherhood [[Fiction Tribune]], the first to hold the now-defunct position.

Erinyes' service as a Brotherhood Tribune, primarily under [[Grand Master]] [[Jac Cotelin]] (and briefly in the same position under under Grand Master [[Sarin]]) lasted for a total of two years through 19-21 ABY (April 2006-2007), a period which marked her accession to the ranks of the [[Elders]] upon her promotion to [[Dark Side Adept]]. However, by the end of her second year in the position, the vagaries of daily routine had started to take their toll on the Zeltron, a fact noted by both Jac and Sarin during their respective reigns. Upon consulting with the Dark Lords of the Sith, the Brotherhood's first Fiction Tribune resigned her position; shortly thereafter, she vanished entirely from the Iron Throne's sight.

Erinyes was absent for the [[Eighth Great Jedi War|Alien Incursion]], only returning to the Brotherhood in 23 ABY (June 2008). She resumed her position in the Antei Combat Center as a Trainer and rejoined Phoenix Phyle within House Ektrosis, and went on to serve her Clan with distinction during the [[Ninth Great Jedi War]]. Following the brutal conflict with the forces of Ormancor Crask and the ascent of [[Muz Ashen]] to the Iron Throne, the Zeltron Adept once again found herself called to service for the Brotherhood. A vacuum had formed in the leadership of the [[Antei Combat Centre]], and the scion of the [[Keibatsu]] felt that Erinyes' experience would be valuable in her new role as the Brotherhood's [[Combat Master]].

The Taldryanite's reign over the gladiatorial institute, she felt, followed a similar trend to leadership experiences in the Brotherhood as a whole. While she was hardly the first to hold the position, her tenure marked a relatively steady period in the Centre's existence, consisting of both rises and lulls in activity. As in her previous experiences as Fiction Tribune, Erinyes presided over the Centre for approximately two years, beteen 25 and 27 ABY (May 2009-May 2010). Eventually, however, the Adept did take her leave of the position; following the conflict on [[Salas V]] dubbed the "[[Spoils of War]]", Erinyes found herself as wearied by the events as many other Dark Jedi were. Not long after the conclusion of the feud, she once again resigned her post and disappeared, this time for nearly a decade.

Erinyes rarely speaks of activities during her hiatus from the Brotherhood. Inquisitorius records note that she served as a starfighter pilot instructor for the First Order in the early 30s ABY, but departed prior to that group's destruction of Hosnian Prime.

=== Full Circle ===

In 37 ABY, two events prompted Erinyes to reconsider her long-time absence from the Brotherhood. The first was an encounter with a bounty hunter named Grot while Erinyes was "vacationing" on Naboo, in which the Trandoshan both publicly identified her as a [[Sith]] and offered her a long-term engagement with Clan [[Arcona]]. The second was an urgent missive from then-Savant [[Cymbre Kall]], Quaestor of House Ektrosis, asking for Erinyes' help in rebuilding Taldryan after the events of the Thirteenth Great Jedi War. In a rare case of her concern for others overpowering her desire to avoid exerting effort, Erinyes agreed to return to her Clan and try to spark its resurgence, or at least salvage whatever remnants of it she could. Unusually to those who knew her best, Erinyes—despite her aversion to both commitment and hard work—had also recruited an apprentice: a young Togruta woman named Vicandria.

Late in 37 ABY, Erinyes was appointed Proconsul of Taldryan by then-Consul Rian Taldrya, and began the long process of revitalising the Clan. She was the driving force behind the creation of the [[Taldryan Auxiliary Divisions]], oversaw sweeping reorganisations of the [[Taldryan Army]] and [[Taldryan Navy]], and assisted Rian in organising Taldryan's response when the [[Collective]] attempted to take over the [[Caelus System]]'s government. In early 38 ABY, she took on a second apprentice: a fellow Tapani and would-be Imperial Navy pilot named Crysenia.

===Ascent to Power===

After half a year as his deputy, Erinyes succeeded Rian as Consul of Taldryan. In the earliest months of her reign, she set plans into motion to distance Taldryan from the Caelus Council, in response to the risk of a Collective takeover. However, her plans were interrupted by the attack on [[Arx]] that signalled the beginning of the [[Fourteenth Great Jedi War]].

Erinyes' tenure as Consul continued until 39 ABY, including [[Rite of Supremacy: Escalation|the conflict between the Severian Principate and the Tenixir Revenants]].

===A Lull===

Following her resignation from Consul of Taldryan in 39 ABY, Erinyes went into semi-retirement, but still engaged in off-grid projects for the Clan. She founded and oversaw the sprawling reserve of [[Mytilene]], where she made her home among two of Taldryan's commercial enterprises.

In 41 ABY, in expectation of a call to arms by the Council, Erinyes returned to the Taldryan Summit as Vice-Chancellor under [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]]. She served in that position for several months, including the duration of the [[Sixteenth Great Jedi War]].

===New Heights===

In 42 ABY, [[Grand Master]] [[Dacien Victae]] selected Erinyes as the second holder of the re-established position of [[Emissary]], making her his personal representative and one of the ''de facto'' public faces of the Brotherhood throughout the wider Galaxy.

== Physical Appearance ==

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Unusually for a Sith, there was no evidence that Erinyes ever displayed the yellow irises that typically resulted from Dark Side corruption. Occasionally, this conspicuous absence led other members of the Brotherhood to speculate that Erinyes was lax in her adherence to the teachings of the Sith, perhaps even more Grey Jedi than a follower of the Dark Side.

(see also [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama#Images|Images]], below)

== Personality and Traits ==

The Brotherhood had many members and affiliates who were skilled at employing subtle, even covert means to achieve their goals. Erinyes, however, was not one of them. Instead, the Zeltron was a force of nature. She was easily recognisable, loved to be the centre of attention, and never hesitated to take the most direct route to solving her problems.

Erinyes' darker, more destructive impulses were hidden under a mask of obfuscating stupidity and drunken indifference. She was every bit the hard-drinking, flirtatious party girl that her species was stereotyped to be, and possessed a well-known allergy to hard work. As a result, she was far less ambitious than most members of the Brotherhood. Despite that, Erinyes was still a Sith Elder, and had no qualms about manipulating others or throwing her power around when it benefitted her. The difference mainly laid in how much hassle she was willing to put up with as a result of doing so. Seducing the rich and powerful into paying for a decadent night on the town and disappearing by morning was one of her favourite pastimes, but she rarely bothered draining their credit chips or pocketing their jewellery on the way out, just so she wouldn't have to worry about someone trying to track her down.

Even getting on Erinyes' bad side rarely resulted in the same lethal consequences as crossing another Dark Jedi. If someone tried to cheat her, she would take every last credit they had and leave them to their own devices, counting on them to be too embarrassed at their own failure to round up help and try to take revenge. If some planetary security officer on a crusade For Great Justice tried to cuff her, she would rather give them a chance to realize they were in over their head than go to the trouble of finding a new bar to hang out in. Even when forced to fight, Erinyes preferred to leave bested opponents alive (as long as they weren't likely to be a future threat), believing that forcing them to live with their defeat would be more painful than death. The most reliable ways to draw Erinyes' full wrath were by humiliating her, or threatening something or someone she cared about, including her Clan in times of war. When her temper was stoked, she wouldn't hesitate to bring the full weight of her power to bear and annihilate anything that stood in her way.

(in progress)

== Powers and Abilities ==
{{Quote|There are only two ways to survive as a Sith: by being powerful, or by being useful to someone who is.|Erinyes}}

Befitting her disdain for subtle machinations, Erinyes applied her unrestrained passion to her pursuit of the Discipline of the Sith Marauder.

===Lightsaber Combat===

As with any Marauder, Erinyes' primary focus was lightsaber combat.

Throughout her career, Erinyes strongly favoured the Juyo variant of [[starwars:Form_VII|Form VII]] for its focus on aggressive, overwhelming attacks. In the rare instances that she couldn't break through an opponent's defences with raw speed, she augmented her bladework with [[starwars:Tràkata|Tràkata]] techniques. One of her favourite tactics was the Tràkata technique known as "Passing the Blade", which she used liberally to bypass her opponents' defences.

===Dun Möch===

Erinyes also made extensive use of [[starwars:Dun_Möch|Dun Möch]], which she referred to as "weaponised kark-talking", to mentally unbalance her opponents. Despite primarily being known as a lightsaber technique, Erinyes also applied Dun Möch principles to social interactions, particularly in combination with fast-talk.

===Force Powers===

Although she specialised in lightsaber combat, Erinyes also made extensive use of Force powers to augment her skills. Amplifying her physical abilities was a large part of her combat strategy. Likewise, her aggressive style meant she relied on her ability to sense incoming attacks to avoid harm.

Erinyes also frequently used telekinetic powers. Unlike many Dark Jedi, Erinyes made little use of Force Lightning or Rage, due to the physical strain it placed on her.

(in progress)

== Images ==

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File:ErinyesV1-Kaela.jpg|Erinyes by Kaela Croft|alt=Erinyes by Kaela Croft
</gallery>

<gallery>
File:Erinyes.jpg|Erinyes in her original custom robes (picture by [[User:Zasati Tryezsh|Zasati Tryezsh]])|alt=Erinyes by Zasati
</gallery>

== DJB Facts ==
Some of Erinyes' career highlights in the Brotherhood include:

* Served as Emissary of the Brotherhood
* Served as Dark Brotherhood Combat Master
* Served as the inaugural Dark Brotherhood Fiction Tribune
* Long-time member of Taldryan, including leadership roles at House level during Taldryan's existence as a Clan
* Quaestor of Dinaari during the formation of the [[Old Folks' Home]] (Note: While Erinyes technically ordered the creation of that team, she takes no responsibility for their activities in the years since. Any feedback, constructive or otherwise, can be directed to [[Shadow Taldrya]]. '''37 ABY Edit:''' For all the good that'll do.)

Erinyes has also been involved in staff positions for various officers and groups in the DB. She has previously served as the [[Combat Master]] of the [[Antei Combat Center]] (and was formerly a Judge and Trainer there) as well as a [[Magistrate]] to the [[Deputy Grand Master]]. When [[Sarin]] ascended the Iron Throne, Erinyes followed him to become Magistrate to the Grand Master. As of 38 ABY, she was [[Praetor]] to the [[Headmaster|Headmistress]], [[Ciara Tearnan Rothwell Tarentae]]. In 41 ABY, she became Magistrate to the [[Seneschal]].

== Trivia ==
* Zeltrons are a near-Human species hailing from the planet Zeltros. They have a reputation as a lazy, hedonistic species more interested in luxury and parties than the concerns of daily life. Zeltrons are also known for their accomplishments in the arts and their significant sexual appetites.
* Zeltrons possess a number of traits specific to their species, including the ability to exude pheromones to influence the moods of others (in much the same manner as the Falleen), empathy and the ability to project their emotions on to others. The latter two abilities have been subsumed into Erinyes' Dark Side Force powers.

== OOC Info ==

See [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama/OOC]] for more info.

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[[Category:Taldryan members]]
[[Category:Council members]]

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama

2025-01-09T15:07:11Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* DJB Facts */ typo

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'''Seraine “Erinyes” Taldrya Ténama''' was a long-standing member of the Brotherhood of Dark Jedi. During her Brotherhood career, she served in a range of leadership positions, ranging from House-level responsibilities to seats on the Dark Summit. Most prominently, Erinyes was the Brotherhood’s first [[Fiction Tribune]], and later became the [[Combat Master|overseer]] of the [[Antei Combat Center]]. In 37 ABY, she was appointed [[Proconsul]] of [[Clan Taldryan]], and succeeded [[Rian Taldrya]] as [[Consul]] the following year.

In 42 ABY, Erinyes ascended to the [[Dark Council]] as [[Emissary]] of the the [[The Brotherhood|Brotherhood]].

== Character History ==

=== Early Years ===

Seraine's early life could easily be summarised as, "so close, and yet, so far." The [[starwars:Zeltron|Zeltron]] girl was the product of an illicit relationship between a Tapani nobleman, one Baron Timuron Balis, and his Zeltron pilot and mistress, Lani Ténama. The nobleman had enough of a sense of honour to make sure that his paramour and daughter were provided for—perhaps because, ironically and through very similar circumstances, Balis was half Zeltron himself—but the price of the stipend was that his indiscretion be kept secret, lest it irreparably damage his standing among noble society.

As a result, Seraine spent her childhood knowing exactly who her father was and even living off his family fortune, but without ever feeling like she was part of his family. The feelings of isolation and rootlessness only intensified when, while Seraine was still a young girl, her mother took ill and passed away. After that, Seraine spent most of her childhood living with trusted retainers of her family on Procopia; she tried to move to Zeltros in her teenage years to live with her mother's relatives, but that plan fell apart when her cheap bastard of a father threatened to cut her funds off if she left Tapani space.

The person who ended up being the largest influence on the young Zeltron was her great-aunt Estalle, a relative on her father's side. Estalle was the iron lady of the family, and took it upon herself to make sure Seraine was not just provided for, but taught how to use her brains and feminine charms—one of the few ways Seraine's obvious Zeltron heritage worked to her advantage in the Tapani Sector—to make up for what she lacked in money and pedigree.

Then, there were the ''other'' lessons...

===Start of Darkness===

Like many children who grew up in wealthy Tapani households, Seraine was educated by tutors instead of going to regular schools. Starting in her early teens, she also had a tutor that the other kids didn't: a man who called himself an "[[Society of Envoys|Envoy]] of the [[Grand Master]]". At first, the Zeltron didn't know (or particularly care) what he was talking about, but it wasn't long before the mysterious mentor brought Seraine face to face with her years of hurt and resentment over her mother's absence and her father's neglect. Seraine's first brushes with the Force quickly followed, and over the next few years, she worked with a series of Envoys to hone her skills with the Dark Side. By her seventeenth birthday, Seraine had modified one of the [[starwars:lightfoil|lightfoils]] the local duelists used into a proper lightsaber. When the Zeltron finished her schooling (Great-Aunt Estalle insisted she did, and not even the Envoys of the Grand Master—a man who would later become Seraine's patron—were prepared to argue with her), the Envoys bustled her off to a place that would become her new home: [[Antei]].

=== Brotherhood Years ===

After her formal induction into the Brotherhood, Seraine joined Clan [[Taldryan]] under the moniker "Erinyes". She first joined [[House Ektrosis]] as a member of the Phoenix Brigade, remaining as a member of Phoenix throughout the [[Seventh Great Jedi War|Third Brotherhood Civil War]]. Soon after the War was over, Erinyes transferred to [[House Dinaari]] to lead Dark Fire Brigade, and was eventually appointed as Quaestor. Though her period at the helm of Taldryan's former Obelisk House was relatively quiet, her reign included what has since become an unlikely milestone in Taldryan's history: the formation of the [[Old Folks' Home]]. Following that "success", in 19 ABY (May 2006) Erinyes was appointed Dark Brotherhood [[Fiction Tribune]], the first to hold the now-defunct position.

Erinyes' service as a Brotherhood Tribune, primarily under [[Grand Master]] [[Jac Cotelin]] (and briefly in the same position under under Grand Master [[Sarin]]) lasted for a total of two years through 19-21 ABY (April 2006-2007), a period which marked her accession to the ranks of the [[Elders]] upon her promotion to [[Dark Side Adept]]. However, by the end of her second year in the position, the vagaries of daily routine had started to take their toll on the Zeltron, a fact noted by both Jac and Sarin during their respective reigns. Upon consulting with the Dark Lords of the Sith, the Brotherhood's first Fiction Tribune resigned her position; shortly thereafter, she vanished entirely from the Iron Throne's sight.

Erinyes was absent for the [[Eighth Great Jedi War|Alien Incursion]], only returning to the Brotherhood in 23 ABY (June 2008). She resumed her position in the Antei Combat Center as a Trainer and rejoined Phoenix Phyle within House Ektrosis, and went on to serve her Clan with distinction during the [[Ninth Great Jedi War]]. Following the brutal conflict with the forces of Ormancor Crask and the ascent of [[Muz Ashen]] to the Iron Throne, the Zeltron Adept once again found herself called to service for the Brotherhood. A vacuum had formed in the leadership of the [[Antei Combat Centre]], and the scion of the [[Keibatsu]] felt that Erinyes' experience would be valuable in her new role as the Brotherhood's [[Combat Master]].

The Taldryanite's reign over the gladiatorial institute, she felt, followed a similar trend to leadership experiences in the Brotherhood as a whole. While she was hardly the first to hold the position, her tenure marked a relatively steady period in the Centre's existence, consisting of both rises and lulls in activity. As in her previous experiences as Fiction Tribune, Erinyes presided over the Centre for approximately two years, beteen 25 and 27 ABY (May 2009-May 2010). Eventually, however, the Adept did take her leave of the position; following the conflict on [[Salas V]] dubbed the "[[Spoils of War]]", Erinyes found herself as wearied by the events as many other Dark Jedi were. Not long after the conclusion of the feud, she once again resigned her post and disappeared, this time for nearly a decade. Little is known of Erinyes' activities during that time, though she has since admitted to spending a period of time as a con artist. She also briefly headed an all-female pirate group known as the Hellcats, preying on merchant shipping in regions with a low security presence.

=== Full Circle ===

In 37 ABY, two events prompted Erinyes to reconsider her long-time absence from the Brotherhood. The first was an encounter with a bounty hunter named Grot while Erinyes was "vacationing" on Naboo, in which the Trandoshan both publicly identified her as a [[Sith]] and offered her a long-term engagement with Clan [[Arcona]]. The second was an urgent missive from then-Savant [[Cymbre Kall]], Quaestor of House Ektrosis, asking for Erinyes' help in rebuilding Taldryan after the events of the Thirteenth Great Jedi War. In a rare case of her concern for others overpowering her desire to avoid exerting effort, Erinyes agreed to return to her Clan and try to spark its resurgence, or at least salvage whatever remnants of it she could. Unusually to those who knew her best, Erinyes—despite her aversion to both commitment and hard work—had also recruited an apprentice: a young Togruta woman named Vicandria.

Late in 37 ABY, Erinyes was appointed Proconsul of Taldryan by then-Consul Rian Taldrya, and began the long process of revitalising the Clan. She was the driving force behind the creation of the [[Taldryan Auxiliary Divisions]], oversaw sweeping reorganisations of the [[Taldryan Army]] and [[Taldryan Navy]], and assisted Rian in organising Taldryan's response when the [[Collective]] attempted to take over the [[Caelus System]]'s government. In early 38 ABY, she took on a second apprentice: a fellow Tapani and would-be Imperial Navy pilot named Crysenia.

===Ascent to Power===

After half a year as his deputy, Erinyes succeeded Rian as Consul of Taldryan. In the earliest months of her reign, she set plans into motion to distance Taldryan from the Caelus Council, in response to the risk of a Collective takeover. However, her plans were interrupted by the attack on [[Arx]] that signalled the beginning of the [[Fourteenth Great Jedi War]].

Erinyes' tenure as Consul continued until 39 ABY, including [[Rite of Supremacy: Escalation|the conflict between the Severian Principate and the Tenixir Revenants]].

===A Lull===

Following her resignation from Consul of Taldryan in 39 ABY, Erinyes went into semi-retirement, but still engaged in off-grid projects for the Clan. She founded and oversaw the sprawling reserve of [[Mytilene]], where she made her home among two of Taldryan's commercial enterprises.

In 41 ABY, in expectation of a call to arms by the Council, Erinyes returned to the Taldryan Summit as Vice-Chancellor under [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]]. She served in that position for several months, including the duration of the [[Sixteenth Great Jedi War]].

===New Heights===

In 42 ABY, [[Grand Master]] [[Dacien Victae]] selected Erinyes as the second holder of the re-established position of [[Emissary]], making her his personal representative and one of the ''de facto'' public faces of the Brotherhood throughout the wider Galaxy.

== Physical Appearance ==

(in progress)

Unusually for a Sith, there was no evidence that Erinyes ever displayed the yellow irises that typically resulted from Dark Side corruption. Occasionally, this conspicuous absence led other members of the Brotherhood to speculate that Erinyes was lax in her adherence to the teachings of the Sith, perhaps even more Grey Jedi than a follower of the Dark Side.

(see also [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama#Images|Images]], below)

== Personality and Traits ==

The Brotherhood had many members and affiliates who were skilled at employing subtle, even covert means to achieve their goals. Erinyes, however, was not one of them. Instead, the Zeltron was a force of nature. She was easily recognisable, loved to be the centre of attention, and never hesitated to take the most direct route to solving her problems.

Erinyes' darker, more destructive impulses were hidden under a mask of obfuscating stupidity and drunken indifference. She was every bit the hard-drinking, flirtatious party girl that her species was stereotyped to be, and possessed a well-known allergy to hard work. As a result, she was far less ambitious than most members of the Brotherhood. Despite that, Erinyes was still a Sith Elder, and had no qualms about manipulating others or throwing her power around when it benefitted her. The difference mainly laid in how much hassle she was willing to put up with as a result of doing so. Seducing the rich and powerful into paying for a decadent night on the town and disappearing by morning was one of her favourite pastimes, but she rarely bothered draining their credit chips or pocketing their jewellery on the way out, just so she wouldn't have to worry about someone trying to track her down.

Even getting on Erinyes' bad side rarely resulted in the same lethal consequences as crossing another Dark Jedi. If someone tried to cheat her, she would take every last credit they had and leave them to their own devices, counting on them to be too embarrassed at their own failure to round up help and try to take revenge. If some planetary security officer on a crusade For Great Justice tried to cuff her, she would rather give them a chance to realize they were in over their head than go to the trouble of finding a new bar to hang out in. Even when forced to fight, Erinyes preferred to leave bested opponents alive (as long as they weren't likely to be a future threat), believing that forcing them to live with their defeat would be more painful than death. The most reliable ways to draw Erinyes' full wrath were by humiliating her, or threatening something or someone she cared about, including her Clan in times of war. When her temper was stoked, she wouldn't hesitate to bring the full weight of her power to bear and annihilate anything that stood in her way.

(in progress)

== Powers and Abilities ==
{{Quote|There are only two ways to survive as a Sith: by being powerful, or by being useful to someone who is.|Erinyes}}

Befitting her disdain for subtle machinations, Erinyes applied her unrestrained passion to her pursuit of the Discipline of the Sith Marauder.

===Lightsaber Combat===

As with any Marauder, Erinyes' primary focus was lightsaber combat.

Throughout her career, Erinyes strongly favoured the Juyo variant of [[starwars:Form_VII|Form VII]] for its focus on aggressive, overwhelming attacks. In the rare instances that she couldn't break through an opponent's defences with raw speed, she augmented her bladework with [[starwars:Tràkata|Tràkata]] techniques. One of her favourite tactics was the Tràkata technique known as "Passing the Blade", which she used liberally to bypass her opponents' defences.

===Dun Möch===

Erinyes also made extensive use of [[starwars:Dun_Möch|Dun Möch]], which she referred to as "weaponised kark-talking", to mentally unbalance her opponents. Despite primarily being known as a lightsaber technique, Erinyes also applied Dun Möch principles to social interactions, particularly in combination with fast-talk.

===Force Powers===

Although she specialised in lightsaber combat, Erinyes also made extensive use of Force powers to augment her skills. Amplifying her physical abilities was a large part of her combat strategy. Likewise, her aggressive style meant she relied on her ability to sense incoming attacks to avoid harm.

Erinyes also frequently used telekinetic powers. Unlike many Dark Jedi, Erinyes made little use of Force Lightning or Rage, due to the physical strain it placed on her.

(in progress)

== Images ==

<gallery>
File:ErinyesV1-Kaela.jpg|Erinyes by Kaela Croft|alt=Erinyes by Kaela Croft
</gallery>

<gallery>
File:Erinyes.jpg|Erinyes in her original custom robes (picture by [[User:Zasati Tryezsh|Zasati Tryezsh]])|alt=Erinyes by Zasati
</gallery>

== DJB Facts ==
Some of Erinyes' career highlights in the Brotherhood include:

* Served as Emissary of the Brotherhood
* Served as Dark Brotherhood Combat Master
* Served as the inaugural Dark Brotherhood Fiction Tribune
* Long-time member of Taldryan, including leadership roles at House level during Taldryan's existence as a Clan
* Quaestor of Dinaari during the formation of the [[Old Folks' Home]] (Note: While Erinyes technically ordered the creation of that team, she takes no responsibility for their activities in the years since. Any feedback, constructive or otherwise, can be directed to [[Shadow Taldrya]]. '''37 ABY Edit:''' For all the good that'll do.)

Erinyes has also been involved in staff positions for various officers and groups in the DB. She has previously served as the [[Combat Master]] of the [[Antei Combat Center]] (and was formerly a Judge and Trainer there) as well as a [[Magistrate]] to the [[Deputy Grand Master]]. When [[Sarin]] ascended the Iron Throne, Erinyes followed him to become Magistrate to the Grand Master. As of 38 ABY, she was [[Praetor]] to the [[Headmaster|Headmistress]], [[Ciara Tearnan Rothwell Tarentae]]. In 41 ABY, she became Magistrate to the [[Seneschal]].

== Trivia ==
* Zeltrons are a near-Human species hailing from the planet Zeltros. They have a reputation as a lazy, hedonistic species more interested in luxury and parties than the concerns of daily life. Zeltrons are also known for their accomplishments in the arts and their significant sexual appetites.
* Zeltrons possess a number of traits specific to their species, including the ability to exude pheromones to influence the moods of others (in much the same manner as the Falleen), empathy and the ability to project their emotions on to others. The latter two abilities have been subsumed into Erinyes' Dark Side Force powers.

== OOC Info ==

See [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama/OOC]] for more info.

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[[Category:Taldryan members]]
[[Category:Council members]]

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama

2025-01-09T15:06:01Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: New character art

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'''Seraine “Erinyes” Taldrya Ténama''' was a long-standing member of the Brotherhood of Dark Jedi. During her Brotherhood career, she served in a range of leadership positions, ranging from House-level responsibilities to seats on the Dark Summit. Most prominently, Erinyes was the Brotherhood’s first [[Fiction Tribune]], and later became the [[Combat Master|overseer]] of the [[Antei Combat Center]]. In 37 ABY, she was appointed [[Proconsul]] of [[Clan Taldryan]], and succeeded [[Rian Taldrya]] as [[Consul]] the following year.

In 42 ABY, Erinyes ascended to the [[Dark Council]] as [[Emissary]] of the the [[The Brotherhood|Brotherhood]].

== Character History ==

=== Early Years ===

Seraine's early life could easily be summarised as, "so close, and yet, so far." The [[starwars:Zeltron|Zeltron]] girl was the product of an illicit relationship between a Tapani nobleman, one Baron Timuron Balis, and his Zeltron pilot and mistress, Lani Ténama. The nobleman had enough of a sense of honour to make sure that his paramour and daughter were provided for—perhaps because, ironically and through very similar circumstances, Balis was half Zeltron himself—but the price of the stipend was that his indiscretion be kept secret, lest it irreparably damage his standing among noble society.

As a result, Seraine spent her childhood knowing exactly who her father was and even living off his family fortune, but without ever feeling like she was part of his family. The feelings of isolation and rootlessness only intensified when, while Seraine was still a young girl, her mother took ill and passed away. After that, Seraine spent most of her childhood living with trusted retainers of her family on Procopia; she tried to move to Zeltros in her teenage years to live with her mother's relatives, but that plan fell apart when her cheap bastard of a father threatened to cut her funds off if she left Tapani space.

The person who ended up being the largest influence on the young Zeltron was her great-aunt Estalle, a relative on her father's side. Estalle was the iron lady of the family, and took it upon herself to make sure Seraine was not just provided for, but taught how to use her brains and feminine charms—one of the few ways Seraine's obvious Zeltron heritage worked to her advantage in the Tapani Sector—to make up for what she lacked in money and pedigree.

Then, there were the ''other'' lessons...

===Start of Darkness===

Like many children who grew up in wealthy Tapani households, Seraine was educated by tutors instead of going to regular schools. Starting in her early teens, she also had a tutor that the other kids didn't: a man who called himself an "[[Society of Envoys|Envoy]] of the [[Grand Master]]". At first, the Zeltron didn't know (or particularly care) what he was talking about, but it wasn't long before the mysterious mentor brought Seraine face to face with her years of hurt and resentment over her mother's absence and her father's neglect. Seraine's first brushes with the Force quickly followed, and over the next few years, she worked with a series of Envoys to hone her skills with the Dark Side. By her seventeenth birthday, Seraine had modified one of the [[starwars:lightfoil|lightfoils]] the local duelists used into a proper lightsaber. When the Zeltron finished her schooling (Great-Aunt Estalle insisted she did, and not even the Envoys of the Grand Master—a man who would later become Seraine's patron—were prepared to argue with her), the Envoys bustled her off to a place that would become her new home: [[Antei]].

=== Brotherhood Years ===

After her formal induction into the Brotherhood, Seraine joined Clan [[Taldryan]] under the moniker "Erinyes". She first joined [[House Ektrosis]] as a member of the Phoenix Brigade, remaining as a member of Phoenix throughout the [[Seventh Great Jedi War|Third Brotherhood Civil War]]. Soon after the War was over, Erinyes transferred to [[House Dinaari]] to lead Dark Fire Brigade, and was eventually appointed as Quaestor. Though her period at the helm of Taldryan's former Obelisk House was relatively quiet, her reign included what has since become an unlikely milestone in Taldryan's history: the formation of the [[Old Folks' Home]]. Following that "success", in 19 ABY (May 2006) Erinyes was appointed Dark Brotherhood [[Fiction Tribune]], the first to hold the now-defunct position.

Erinyes' service as a Brotherhood Tribune, primarily under [[Grand Master]] [[Jac Cotelin]] (and briefly in the same position under under Grand Master [[Sarin]]) lasted for a total of two years through 19-21 ABY (April 2006-2007), a period which marked her accession to the ranks of the [[Elders]] upon her promotion to [[Dark Side Adept]]. However, by the end of her second year in the position, the vagaries of daily routine had started to take their toll on the Zeltron, a fact noted by both Jac and Sarin during their respective reigns. Upon consulting with the Dark Lords of the Sith, the Brotherhood's first Fiction Tribune resigned her position; shortly thereafter, she vanished entirely from the Iron Throne's sight.

Erinyes was absent for the [[Eighth Great Jedi War|Alien Incursion]], only returning to the Brotherhood in 23 ABY (June 2008). She resumed her position in the Antei Combat Center as a Trainer and rejoined Phoenix Phyle within House Ektrosis, and went on to serve her Clan with distinction during the [[Ninth Great Jedi War]]. Following the brutal conflict with the forces of Ormancor Crask and the ascent of [[Muz Ashen]] to the Iron Throne, the Zeltron Adept once again found herself called to service for the Brotherhood. A vacuum had formed in the leadership of the [[Antei Combat Centre]], and the scion of the [[Keibatsu]] felt that Erinyes' experience would be valuable in her new role as the Brotherhood's [[Combat Master]].

The Taldryanite's reign over the gladiatorial institute, she felt, followed a similar trend to leadership experiences in the Brotherhood as a whole. While she was hardly the first to hold the position, her tenure marked a relatively steady period in the Centre's existence, consisting of both rises and lulls in activity. As in her previous experiences as Fiction Tribune, Erinyes presided over the Centre for approximately two years, beteen 25 and 27 ABY (May 2009-May 2010). Eventually, however, the Adept did take her leave of the position; following the conflict on [[Salas V]] dubbed the "[[Spoils of War]]", Erinyes found herself as wearied by the events as many other Dark Jedi were. Not long after the conclusion of the feud, she once again resigned her post and disappeared, this time for nearly a decade. Little is known of Erinyes' activities during that time, though she has since admitted to spending a period of time as a con artist. She also briefly headed an all-female pirate group known as the Hellcats, preying on merchant shipping in regions with a low security presence.

=== Full Circle ===

In 37 ABY, two events prompted Erinyes to reconsider her long-time absence from the Brotherhood. The first was an encounter with a bounty hunter named Grot while Erinyes was "vacationing" on Naboo, in which the Trandoshan both publicly identified her as a [[Sith]] and offered her a long-term engagement with Clan [[Arcona]]. The second was an urgent missive from then-Savant [[Cymbre Kall]], Quaestor of House Ektrosis, asking for Erinyes' help in rebuilding Taldryan after the events of the Thirteenth Great Jedi War. In a rare case of her concern for others overpowering her desire to avoid exerting effort, Erinyes agreed to return to her Clan and try to spark its resurgence, or at least salvage whatever remnants of it she could. Unusually to those who knew her best, Erinyes—despite her aversion to both commitment and hard work—had also recruited an apprentice: a young Togruta woman named Vicandria.

Late in 37 ABY, Erinyes was appointed Proconsul of Taldryan by then-Consul Rian Taldrya, and began the long process of revitalising the Clan. She was the driving force behind the creation of the [[Taldryan Auxiliary Divisions]], oversaw sweeping reorganisations of the [[Taldryan Army]] and [[Taldryan Navy]], and assisted Rian in organising Taldryan's response when the [[Collective]] attempted to take over the [[Caelus System]]'s government. In early 38 ABY, she took on a second apprentice: a fellow Tapani and would-be Imperial Navy pilot named Crysenia.

===Ascent to Power===

After half a year as his deputy, Erinyes succeeded Rian as Consul of Taldryan. In the earliest months of her reign, she set plans into motion to distance Taldryan from the Caelus Council, in response to the risk of a Collective takeover. However, her plans were interrupted by the attack on [[Arx]] that signalled the beginning of the [[Fourteenth Great Jedi War]].

Erinyes' tenure as Consul continued until 39 ABY, including [[Rite of Supremacy: Escalation|the conflict between the Severian Principate and the Tenixir Revenants]].

===A Lull===

Following her resignation from Consul of Taldryan in 39 ABY, Erinyes went into semi-retirement, but still engaged in off-grid projects for the Clan. She founded and oversaw the sprawling reserve of [[Mytilene]], where she made her home among two of Taldryan's commercial enterprises.

In 41 ABY, in expectation of a call to arms by the Council, Erinyes returned to the Taldryan Summit as Vice-Chancellor under [[Cassandra Oriana Tyris]]. She served in that position for several months, including the duration of the [[Sixteenth Great Jedi War]].

===New Heights===

In 42 ABY, [[Grand Master]] [[Dacien Victae]] selected Erinyes as the second holder of the re-established position of [[Emissary]], making her his personal representative and one of the ''de facto'' public faces of the Brotherhood throughout the wider Galaxy.

== Physical Appearance ==

(in progress)

Unusually for a Sith, there was no evidence that Erinyes ever displayed the yellow irises that typically resulted from Dark Side corruption. Occasionally, this conspicuous absence led other members of the Brotherhood to speculate that Erinyes was lax in her adherence to the teachings of the Sith, perhaps even more Grey Jedi than a follower of the Dark Side.

(see also [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama#Images|Images]], below)

== Personality and Traits ==

The Brotherhood had many members and affiliates who were skilled at employing subtle, even covert means to achieve their goals. Erinyes, however, was not one of them. Instead, the Zeltron was a force of nature. She was easily recognisable, loved to be the centre of attention, and never hesitated to take the most direct route to solving her problems.

Erinyes' darker, more destructive impulses were hidden under a mask of obfuscating stupidity and drunken indifference. She was every bit the hard-drinking, flirtatious party girl that her species was stereotyped to be, and possessed a well-known allergy to hard work. As a result, she was far less ambitious than most members of the Brotherhood. Despite that, Erinyes was still a Sith Elder, and had no qualms about manipulating others or throwing her power around when it benefitted her. The difference mainly laid in how much hassle she was willing to put up with as a result of doing so. Seducing the rich and powerful into paying for a decadent night on the town and disappearing by morning was one of her favourite pastimes, but she rarely bothered draining their credit chips or pocketing their jewellery on the way out, just so she wouldn't have to worry about someone trying to track her down.

Even getting on Erinyes' bad side rarely resulted in the same lethal consequences as crossing another Dark Jedi. If someone tried to cheat her, she would take every last credit they had and leave them to their own devices, counting on them to be too embarrassed at their own failure to round up help and try to take revenge. If some planetary security officer on a crusade For Great Justice tried to cuff her, she would rather give them a chance to realize they were in over their head than go to the trouble of finding a new bar to hang out in. Even when forced to fight, Erinyes preferred to leave bested opponents alive (as long as they weren't likely to be a future threat), believing that forcing them to live with their defeat would be more painful than death. The most reliable ways to draw Erinyes' full wrath were by humiliating her, or threatening something or someone she cared about, including her Clan in times of war. When her temper was stoked, she wouldn't hesitate to bring the full weight of her power to bear and annihilate anything that stood in her way.

(in progress)

== Powers and Abilities ==
{{Quote|There are only two ways to survive as a Sith: by being powerful, or by being useful to someone who is.|Erinyes}}

Befitting her disdain for subtle machinations, Erinyes applied her unrestrained passion to her pursuit of the Discipline of the Sith Marauder.

===Lightsaber Combat===

As with any Marauder, Erinyes' primary focus was lightsaber combat.

Throughout her career, Erinyes strongly favoured the Juyo variant of [[starwars:Form_VII|Form VII]] for its focus on aggressive, overwhelming attacks. In the rare instances that she couldn't break through an opponent's defences with raw speed, she augmented her bladework with [[starwars:Tràkata|Tràkata]] techniques. One of her favourite tactics was the Tràkata technique known as "Passing the Blade", which she used liberally to bypass her opponents' defences.

===Dun Möch===

Erinyes also made extensive use of [[starwars:Dun_Möch|Dun Möch]], which she referred to as "weaponised kark-talking", to mentally unbalance her opponents. Despite primarily being known as a lightsaber technique, Erinyes also applied Dun Möch principles to social interactions, particularly in combination with fast-talk.

===Force Powers===

Although she specialised in lightsaber combat, Erinyes also made extensive use of Force powers to augment her skills. Amplifying her physical abilities was a large part of her combat strategy. Likewise, her aggressive style meant she relied on her ability to sense incoming attacks to avoid harm.

Erinyes also frequently used telekinetic powers. Unlike many Dark Jedi, Erinyes made little use of Force Lightning or Rage, due to the physical strain it placed on her.

(in progress)

== Images ==

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File:ErinyesV1-Kaela.jpg|Erinyes by Kaela Croft|alt=Erinyes by Kaela Croft
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File:Erinyes.jpg|Erinyes in her original custom robes (picture by [[User:Zasati Tryezsh|Zasati Tryezsh]])|alt=Erinyes by Zasati
</gallery>

== DJB Facts ==
Some of Erinyes' career highlights in the Brotherhood include:

* Served as Emissary of the Brothrrhood
* Served as Dark Brotherhood Combat Master
* Served as the inaugural Dark Brotherhood Fiction Tribune
* Long-time member of Taldryan, including leadership roles at House level during Taldryan's existence as a Clan
* Quaestor of Dinaari during the formation of the [[Old Folks' Home]] (Note: While Erinyes technically ordered the creation of that team, she takes no responsibility for their activities in the years since. Any feedback, constructive or otherwise, can be directed to [[Shadow Taldrya]]. '''37 ABY Edit:''' For all the good that'll do.)

Erinyes has also been involved in staff positions for various officers and groups in the DB. She has previously served as the [[Combat Master]] of the [[Antei Combat Center]] (and was formerly a Judge and Trainer there) as well as a [[Magistrate]] to the [[Deputy Grand Master]]. When [[Sarin]] ascended the Iron Throne, Erinyes followed him to become Magistrate to the Grand Master. As of 38 ABY, she was [[Praetor]] to the [[Headmaster|Headmistress]], [[Ciara Tearnan Rothwell Tarentae]]. In 41 ABY, she became Magistrate to the [[Seneschal]].

== Trivia ==
* Zeltrons are a near-Human species hailing from the planet Zeltros. They have a reputation as a lazy, hedonistic species more interested in luxury and parties than the concerns of daily life. Zeltrons are also known for their accomplishments in the arts and their significant sexual appetites.
* Zeltrons possess a number of traits specific to their species, including the ability to exude pheromones to influence the moods of others (in much the same manner as the Falleen), empathy and the ability to project their emotions on to others. The latter two abilities have been subsumed into Erinyes' Dark Side Force powers.

== OOC Info ==

See [[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama/OOC]] for more info.

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2025-01-09T14:53:15Z

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Shanjiaoxia

2024-11-20T23:58:07Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Smithing */ I can't translate my own stuff properly.

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'''Shanjiaoxia''' was a city located in the Marid Plains of [[Kasiya]]. It served as an important cultural and trade hub for the Mari and Nuosu peoples who lived in the area. The city was first catalogued during the Imperial survey of the [[Caelus System]], but had no direct contact with offworlders until the arrival of [[Clan Taldryan]] in 36 ABY.

=History=

Millennia before the arrival of the Empire, Shanjiaoxia was established as a trading hub for the Nuosu, sedentary farmers of the eastern Arreat Mountains and southern Shada Jungle. People from all of the Nuosu's many ethnic subdivisions gathered at the "city at the foot of the mountains", giving Shanjiaoxia its name. Though there were sporadic conflicts between groups of Nuosu, Shanjiaoxia's popularity as a trade hub made it a strictly neutral environment.

Over time, a second group of native Kasiyans arrived: the Mari, equestrian nomads whose territory became known as the Marid Plains. Harassed by larger nomadic tribes from the Amur Plains to the east, the Mari prioritised peaceful coexistence with the Nuosu. Shanjiaoxia became a convenient trading post and meeting place for Marid tribes, and later a place of cultural exchange between Mari and Nuosu. Eventually, Mari influences made their way into the Nuosu melting pot, creating a distinctly Shanjiaoxia culture.

Over the centuries, Shanjiaoxia had sporadic contact with the native Kasiyans to the west of the Arreat Mountains, though the unforgiving terrain made trade difficult and infrequent. This kept Shanjiaoxia relatively insulated from Imperial first contact during the Galactic Civil War. Their contacts were primarily with traders from Port Kasiya, who benefitted greatly from the introduction of repulsorlift technology that allowed them to cross the Arreat Mountains more easily. Thus began another phase of cultural exchange, though the Mari and Nuosu were hesitant this time, as they hadn't seen enough of the offworlders to get their full measure.

By the time Clan Taldryan settled in the Caelus System, some Shanjiaoxia residents had already incorporated common technologies like speeders and blaster weapons into their daily lives. However, they had also taken pains to establish their cultural independence, using modern data-storage technologies to record as much of their traditional way of life as possible.

=Culture=

Shanjiaoxia bears a rich tapestry of traditional culture, drawn from both Mari and Nuosu to create an original whole.

==Cuisine==

More than anything else, Shanjiaoxia is famous on the Marid Plains for its food. There are as many distinct cuisines in Shanjiaoxia as ethnic subdivisions, but a few common groups stand out.

* ''Kadai'' or ''Shu-Han cuisine'' originates from the Arreat Foothills north of Shanjiaoxia, and is famous for its use of herbs and hot chilies, as well as an "iceberry" that numbs the eater's mouth in large quantities.
* ''Mari cuisine'' originates from the nomadic Mari people, and features relatively simple dishes with a focus on roasted meats and fermented dairy.
* ''Nanhu cuisine'' originates from the lake regions south of Shanjiaoxia, and is known for allowing the natural taste of the ingredients to shine through, resulting in more delicate and balanced flavours. Nanhu cuisine also uses fish more often than other cuisines in Shanjiaoxia.

Of the three, Kadai cuisine is by far the most popular in Shanjiaoxia. Chilies are present in most dishes, in a wide variety of form factors, ranging from whole fresh and dried chilies to chili-infused oils flavoured with additional herbs and spices. "Dipping chilies", a mixture of dried roasted chili flakes and several other spices, are popular on foods ranging from roasted meats to sour fruit.

==Smithing==

Some Nuosu bladesmiths have established forges in Shanjiaoxia, and create traditionally-made weapons. The ''achang dao'' is a single-edged sabre with a distinctive concave tip. The ''husa duandao'' is an ornately-engraved dagger worn alongside the ''achang dao'', often given as a wedding gift.

[[Image: Achang_dao.png]] [[Image: Husa_dandao.png]]

The ''banri fu'' and ''banri dao'', "half-sun axe" and "half-sun knife", are created from a single piece of steel drawn into a circle, then cut to form two crescent-shaped blades. The axe variant is mounted to a long haft, while the "knife" variant is fitted with a smaller grip to act as a combination punching dagger and utility knife/scraper, similar to an ulu.

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Shanjiaoxia

2024-11-20T23:43:03Z

Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama: /* Smithing */ Pictures of swords!

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'''Shanjiaoxia''' was a city located in the Marid Plains of [[Kasiya]]. It served as an important cultural and trade hub for the Mari and Nuosu peoples who lived in the area. The city was first catalogued during the Imperial survey of the [[Caelus System]], but had no direct contact with offworlders until the arrival of [[Clan Taldryan]] in 36 ABY.

=History=

Millennia before the arrival of the Empire, Shanjiaoxia was established as a trading hub for the Nuosu, sedentary farmers of the eastern Arreat Mountains and southern Shada Jungle. People from all of the Nuosu's many ethnic subdivisions gathered at the "city at the foot of the mountains", giving Shanjiaoxia its name. Though there were sporadic conflicts between groups of Nuosu, Shanjiaoxia's popularity as a trade hub made it a strictly neutral environment.

Over time, a second group of native Kasiyans arrived: the Mari, equestrian nomads whose territory became known as the Marid Plains. Harassed by larger nomadic tribes from the Amur Plains to the east, the Mari prioritised peaceful coexistence with the Nuosu. Shanjiaoxia became a convenient trading post and meeting place for Marid tribes, and later a place of cultural exchange between Mari and Nuosu. Eventually, Mari influences made their way into the Nuosu melting pot, creating a distinctly Shanjiaoxia culture.

Over the centuries, Shanjiaoxia had sporadic contact with the native Kasiyans to the west of the Arreat Mountains, though the unforgiving terrain made trade difficult and infrequent. This kept Shanjiaoxia relatively insulated from Imperial first contact during the Galactic Civil War. Their contacts were primarily with traders from Port Kasiya, who benefitted greatly from the introduction of repulsorlift technology that allowed them to cross the Arreat Mountains more easily. Thus began another phase of cultural exchange, though the Mari and Nuosu were hesitant this time, as they hadn't seen enough of the offworlders to get their full measure.

By the time Clan Taldryan settled in the Caelus System, some Shanjiaoxia residents had already incorporated common technologies like speeders and blaster weapons into their daily lives. However, they had also taken pains to establish their cultural independence, using modern data-storage technologies to record as much of their traditional way of life as possible.

=Culture=

Shanjiaoxia bears a rich tapestry of traditional culture, drawn from both Mari and Nuosu to create an original whole.

==Cuisine==

More than anything else, Shanjiaoxia is famous on the Marid Plains for its food. There are as many distinct cuisines in Shanjiaoxia as ethnic subdivisions, but a few common groups stand out.

* ''Kadai'' or ''Shu-Han cuisine'' originates from the Arreat Foothills north of Shanjiaoxia, and is famous for its use of herbs and hot chilies, as well as an "iceberry" that numbs the eater's mouth in large quantities.
* ''Mari cuisine'' originates from the nomadic Mari people, and features relatively simple dishes with a focus on roasted meats and fermented dairy.
* ''Nanhu cuisine'' originates from the lake regions south of Shanjiaoxia, and is known for allowing the natural taste of the ingredients to shine through, resulting in more delicate and balanced flavours. Nanhu cuisine also uses fish more often than other cuisines in Shanjiaoxia.

Of the three, Kadai cuisine is by far the most popular in Shanjiaoxia. Chilies are present in most dishes, in a wide variety of form factors, ranging from whole fresh and dried chilies to chili-infused oils flavoured with additional herbs and spices. "Dipping chilies", a mixture of dried roasted chili flakes and several other spices, are popular on foods ranging from roasted meats to sour fruit.

==Smithing==

Some Nuosu bladesmiths have established forges in Shanjiaoxia, and create traditionally-made weapons. The ''achang dao'' is a single-edged sabre with a distinctive concave tip. The ''husa duandao'' is an ornately-engraved dagger worn alongside the ''achang dao'', often given as a wedding gift.

[[Image: Achang_dao.png]] [[Image: Husa_dandao.png]]

The ''banri fu'' and ''banri dao'', "half-moon axe" and "half-moon knife", are created from a single piece of steel drawn into a circle, then cut to form two crescent-shaped blades. The axe variant is mounted to a long haft, while the "knife" variant is fitted with a smaller grip to act as a combination punching dagger and utility knife/scraper, similar to an ulu.

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2024-11-20T23:42:30Z

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2024-11-20T23:41:24Z

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