Founded in 39 ABY by Qormus Aquila and Selika Roh, House Ventress is a distinguished arm of Clan Plagueis. In contrast to its counterpart, House Tyranus, Ventress operates with subtlety and strategic finesse. Positioned strategically on the moon Cilix, Azorian Citadel serves as its hidden fortress, drawing power from the gas giant Cogrion
Guided by the vision of Selika Roh, the Dread Lord of Clan Plagueis, Ventress excels in political manipulation and covert influence. Beyond its defense role, the house is a masterful player in the intricate game of Sith politics, carving a niche as a powerhouse in the shadows.
History
Founding
In the galactic year 39 ABY, the visionary minds of Qormus Aquila and Selika Roh converged to give rise to a formidable entity within the illustrious Clan Plagueis — House Ventress. As founders and architects of this clandestine house, Qormus and Selika, known as the Dread Lord, embarked on a mission to carve a niche distinct from their sibling house, Tyranus, within the enigmatic folds of the Sith traditions.
While House Tyranus thrived on overt military might and a confrontational demeanor, House Ventress emerged as the epitome of subtlety and strategic finesse. Qormus, donned as the Left Hand of Dread, and Selika, the formidable Dread Lord of Clan Plagueis, envisioned Ventress as a shadowy force, weaving through the complex web of galactic politics and power dynamics. Their approach was calculated, their moves deliberate, making House Ventress a subtle but potent influence in the tapestry of the Sith legacy.
The foundation of House Ventress coincided with the strategic establishment of the Ventress headquarters on the distant moon of Cilix, orbiting the gas giant Cogrion. Amidst the frozen expanse of Cilix, the Ventress stronghold, Azorian Citadel, stood as a testament to the house's commitment to secrecy and security. Ice Station Zerek, connected to the sea floor stronghold, served as the surface gateway, providing an additional layer of defense against potential threats.
Fuelled by the boundless power harnessed from Cogrion's geothermal activity, House Ventress not only secured its position within Clan Plagueis but also demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the pursuit of power, influence, and the subtle manipulation of the galaxy's destiny. With House Ventress at the forefront, the Sith legacy evolved, embracing both the overt strength of Tyranus and the covert mastery of Ventress, creating a dynamic balance within the dark corridors of the Force.
Organization
House Ventress operates within the hierarchical framework characteristic of the Dark Jedi Brotherhood, with a well-defined structure aimed at maximizing efficiency and strategic prowess. The organization is led by a singular figure, the Quaestor, known within House Ventress as the Veiled Orchestrator. Assisting the Quaestor in their leadership role is the Aedile, who serves as the Silent Strategist and second-in-command, contributing to the overall coordination of the House's endeavors.
House Ventress draws its name and inspiration from the formidable Asajj Ventress, who serves as its guiding force. While Asajj embodies the dark side's influence within the house, it's her visions and directives that shape the overarching goals and aspirations of House Ventress. As a cunning manipulator with a profound understanding of the Sith arts, Asajj Ventress stands as a source of inspiration and guidance for all members of the house.
Within the organizational structure of House Ventress, the emphasis lies on subtlety and strategic finesse. Members are encouraged to navigate the intricate web of galactic politics and power dynamics, embodying the clandestine nature of the Sith legacy. The house's primary seat of power, Azorian Citadel on the moon Cilix, serves as the central hub for planning, coordination, and the execution of calculated maneuvers.
As members of House Ventress strive to embody the legacy of their founders, Qormus Aquila and Selika Roh, they contribute to the house's collective strength, ensuring that the balance between overt power and covert mastery is maintained within the dark corridors of the Force. The organization's structure, guided by the principles of House Ventress, reflects a commitment to achieving dominance through calculated subtlety in the pursuit of the Sith's ultimate objectives.
Headquarters
The Ventress headquarters is on Cilix, a moon of Cogrion. Cilix is entirely covered in ice, with the icy crust covering a water ocean that spans the entire surface. No other bodies in near-Cogrion space have any assets to defend. The main Ventress base is Azorian Citadel which sits on the sea floor of Cilix and is connected by an umbilical and lift system to Ice Station Zerek on the surface. This serves as one of the major defense mechanisms of Azorian Citadel, in that it can have all the forces on the surface withdraw into the sea floor location and then retract the connection to the surface. Any enemy would have to be prepared with submersibles to even reach the base. The sea floor location is also where the primary shield generator is located to project the area shield at the surface. Power for the shield and the rest of the base is taken from geothermal activity generated by tidal forces from Cogrion, so power is virtually unlimited.
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