Lyanna Starborn
Darth Fauste - Sith Lord of the Starborn Sect
Star System Name: Ilum System
Star Type: Main Sequence Star (G-type)
Star Name: Ilum Prime
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Planets:
Ilum
- Type: Terrestrial (Ice planet)
- Orbital Position: Fifth planet from Ilum Prime
- Size: Approximately 6,400 km in diameter
- Atmosphere: Thin atmosphere composed primarily of nitrogen and oxygen, capable of supporting life, but harsh and frigid due to the planet's location and ice-covered surface.
- Climate: Extremely cold with surface temperatures ranging between -100°C to -30°C. Frequent blizzards and strong winds. Little seasonal variation due to the planet's axial tilt.
- Terrain: Ilum’s surface is dominated by vast glaciers, ice plains, and jagged mountain ranges. Beneath the surface, extensive cave systems are rich in rare kyber crystals. The planet is also known for its long periods of darkness and light, depending on its rotational period.
- Moons: None.
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Asteroid Belts/Rings:
- Ilum Debris Belt: Located between the third and fourth planets, this asteroid belt is composed of icy and rocky debris, some of which is mined for resources. The belt is relatively stable and poses little threat to starships navigating the system.
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Natural Satellites:
Ilum has no natural moons or satellites but is orbited by a few artificial structures.
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Artificial Structures:
1. Starborn Stronghold: An orbital station controlled by the Starborn, acting as both a military command center and a research facility. It monitors the Ilum system, regulating all activities surrounding the kyber crystal mines and overseeing the operations of the Jedi Temple.
2. Kyber Processing Station: Located in orbit around Ilum, this facility processes and refines kyber crystals mined from the planet’s caves, preparing them for use in weapons, starships, and other technologies.
3. Jedi Temple (on Ilum’s surface): Once a hidden sanctuary, this temple has been occupied and fortified by the Starborn. They maintain control of its vast archives and meditate upon the ancient traditions that resonate through the temple’s halls. Its significance for kyber crystal harvesting is also key to the Starborn's power.
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Special Phenomena:
- The Kyber Veins: A massive network of kyber crystals running beneath Ilum’s surface. These crystals are attuned to the Force, making the planet sacred to Jedi and Sith alike. The crystals glow with an ethereal light and are central to the construction of lightsabers.
- Auroras of Ilum: Due to the planet’s magnetic field and icy atmosphere, Ilum experiences spectacular aurora borealis displays that stretch across the sky, especially during the planet's long polar nights.
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Historical Significance:
- Colonization/Exploration: Ilum has long been known to the Jedi Order as a sacred planet due to the presence of kyber crystals. It was historically used as a pilgrimage site for Jedi Padawans to construct their first lightsabers. Over time, both the Jedi and the Sith fought for control over its resources.
- Starborn Takeover: With the Jedi Order splintered, the Starborn claimed Ilum for themselves. They fortified the Jedi Temple and now oversee all kyber crystal harvesting, utilizing the resources to augment their own power. The Starborn's mastery over both ancient and advanced technology gives them a strategic advantage in controlling the system.
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Current Status:
- Dominant Faction/Power: The Starborn. They maintain a strong presence on the planet and in orbit, enforcing their control over the kyber crystal deposits and the ancient Jedi Temple.
- Economic Activity: Ilum is primarily a mining world, with kyber crystals being its most valuable export. The Starborn harvest these crystals to fuel their weapons and technology, selling excess to select allies while ensuring their enemies are deprived of this powerful resource.
- Political Situation: The Starborn's control over the kyber crystal caves and the Jedi Temple makes Ilum a highly contested planet. Various factions, particularly those of the Jedi and the Sith, seek to reclaim or seize the planet. However, the Starborn have fortified their position, and any attempt to challenge their dominance would require significant resources.
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