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Estle city is the political, cultural and religious center of the Dajorra system and its inhabitants. By far the largest city in the system, it houses a significant portion of the native population and as such presents massive tactical advantage to whoever holds it. Put simply, whoever controls Estle City controls Dajorra.
Atop the plateau is the Arcona Citadel. In actual fact, the ‘Citadel’ is more of a tower and is set back from the lip of the plateau, with a large open area perfect for the various ceremonies undertaken by Arcona and its leader. Forward of this is a long causeway that grants a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside.
The Citadel'
On the other side of the mountain is Giletta Spaceport, now kept far from the city proper. In order to reach the spaceport, one must travel through a massive set of tunnels that bore straight under the mountain (named Doto Peak). The city proper is a no-fly zone, apart from military vessels that would launch and land from the Citadel.
Points of Interest
Originally, Estle City was built onto an island, however during the subsequent alien occupation of the Dajorra system, the island was extensively changed. When Arcona finally reclaimed the system, Estle City and indeed the entire island were dominated by a large mountain intersecting the two. Thus, Estle was rebuilt up the near sheer-cliff face of the mountain, with the Citadel perched atop a plateau at the base of the mountain. Various terraces comprise the city’s innards, each ringed by a massive defensive wall dotted with various turbolaser and missile towers.
Estle City Orphanage
The ESO
Founded in 43 ABY by Marick Tyris Arconae and Atyiru Caesura Entar Tyris Arconae, the Estle City Orphanage stands as the first fully funded institution of its kind on Selen. Both former Shadow Lords, the couple understood the long-term toll that constant incursions, battles, and wars have exacted upon the planet's citizenry. Their vision was to provide a sanctuary for those displaced by the conflicts surrounding Clan Arcona's home world.
Built into the same mountain as the Citadel, the orphanage offers comprehensive care from infancy through early education and continued studies up to age eighteen. Residents are guaranteed room and board until adoption or until they reach independence. The facility fosters a community atmosphere, with three family-style meals served daily in an expansive cafeteria where residents often participate in communal chores. Medical needs are addressed via an on-site walk-in clinic, with serious cases referred to the Citadel's advanced facilities. Enrichment spaces include a gym for athletics, a library, and classrooms equipped for rudimentary education.
While many orphans choose to remain and work at the facility, a dedicated blend of volunteers and permanent staff ensures the orphanage remains a welcoming and supportive environment for all new residents.
The Capac Ring
Capac is the lowest and largest terrace, based at ‘ground’ level with industrial complexes and housing for a lot of the factory workers. With Selen having a rich and diverse ecology, a lot of its major exports are from agricultural sources (which are grown, harvested and processed outside of the city limits), however Estle acts as a center of commerce for the entire system and as such the majority of the exports pass through the Capac Ring. A special series of cargo turbolifts run through the interior of the mountainside directly to the Giletta spaceport, now located on the far side of the mountain, away from the city proper.
Lady's Park
Situated in a lesser part of the Ring near a low income housing district, the Lady’s Park is a pleasant breath of fresh air and emotional solace for those most in need of it. Though a fairly small affair in overall size and lacking the meticulous care seen in other, more pristine parks higher up the rings, the park still manages to muffle the sounds and smells of the city and offer a breathing space for anyone to enjoy. The park paths are covered in coarse coral flakes, the stuff which would otherwise be ground into fine beach sand by the waves and time, and offer visitors a rather bewildering sight: the different hues, ranging throughout the visiaul spectrum, mingle with each other like a rainbow path.
Soft meadows of green grass, kept a bit longer and shaggier than in the more pristine parks, make up the majority of the park’s surface area, dotted by stalwart oaks and other trees that offer shade in the heat of the Selenian sun. Flower arrangements flank the winding paths, carefully maintained and colorful, with layered plants cohabiting the same spaces so that the ‘displays’ change with the seasons as old plants wither and new ones bloom. The scent of the park in late Spring, when the most vivid flowers are in bloom, is an intoxicating experience in its own right, whilst the somber sight of frost-bitten winter flowers amidst an otherwise barren and still ambiance is a breathtaking beauty one has to see in order to believe.
Statue of Our Martyred Lady
Standing in the center of the Lady’s Park, the Statue of Our Martyred Lady was erected in remembrance of Arcona’s past Consul, Atyiru, though the public may not be aware of this pedigree as the commemorative plaque only speaks of a martyred Saint of Selen. The statue itself has been seamlessly carved out of a single piece of grey basalt, offering an excellent material for details of shadow and light within the relative twilight of the oak-shaded plaza that it occupies. The shape of the statue is that of a winged woman dressed in flowing robes and blindfolded, her hair interwoven with flowers. The very same flowers which can be found around the park throughout the year. The statue’s arms are spread wide, palms upward, in a gesture thought to either symbolize generosity, kindness, caring or servitude. Meanwhile, the feathery wings, also swept wide, have been marred by a sharp and pronounced angle as if a great weight upon her back was constraining their movement. This has been thought to symbolize the weight of our sins which she carries and is being crushed by.
Though the statue is rather unremarkable in terms of artistic quality in its chisel work, looking a touch too industrial and lacking in absolute fine detail, the way in which the light and shadows play upon the woman’s face depending on the season and time of day offer a novel experience almost any time one visits the statue. As if it were an old friend, yet constantly bubbling with subtle novelty. As a result, it has become somewhat popular among the local inhabitants and some have even taken to leaving small tokens by the statue’s base, hoping for some small boon or blessing in their lives or in those of others. At times, small puddles of red condiment, upon which a ribbon of cloth has been placed, have been found on or near the statue; a trend which has annoyed the janitorial corps to no end.
The Sinchi Ring
- Main article: Sinchi Ring
The Sinchi Ring looms over the ‘unders’ with an expansive selection of artisan workshops and guilds, as well as the city’s commercial and entertainment districts. While primarily ‘civilian’ in its applications, a number of Arcona’s Journeymen will venture to the Sinchi ring in search of the perfect parts and crystals when constructing their lightsabers.
The Huascar Ring
Huascar is the next highest level and houses the Estle City University, the Hospital and the city archives, which were painstakingly preserved all through the occupation. In addition to a complete history of the Arcona, the archives and libraries also contain complete genealogies of the major ruling families in the city.
Skyview Amphitheater
Nestled within the "Huascar Ring" terrace, the Skyview Amphitheater is a marvelous example of Selenian architecture. Composed of a mix of natural stone from a nearby quarry and durasteel, the edifice blends in seamlessly with the surrounding landscape and offers a panoramic view of the both the city and the breathtaking natural scenery. It features multiple concentric, semi-circular rings that comprise its tiered seating gallery, allowing the Amphitheater to seat several thousand spectators. Additional spaces are allotted for standing room during larger events. Despite its massive size, the Amphitheater's state-of-the-art holoprojectors, lighting systems, and acoustic technology guarantee perfect visibility and sound distribution during performances.
As the de facto cultural hub of Estle City, Skyview hosts a number of events ranging from orchestral performances, academic lectures, dramatic plays, and even public addresses. Notable events include an annual Life Day celebration, an annual Dajorran Unity festival, and academic conferences hosted throughout the year. Notable acts include the Dajorran Symphony Orchestra and Ensemble, Eclipse Rising, Master V'arna the Poet, Jax the Hutt, and Professor Qorin Malkesh.
Complement
- Lieutenant Colonel: Danyar Marison
- 48 Infantry Squads - 480 Troops
- 49 Heavy Trooper Squads - 490 Troops
- 4 Scout Squads - 40 Troops
- 3 Medic Squads - 30 Troops
- 6 Engineer Squads - 60 Troops
Total: 1,100 Troops