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The World of Abramov

Allies:
Giclas

Imports:
Giclasian Ostriches

Exports:
Dats

The Abramov Position: Caretaker and Guardian of the Great Abramov Cemetery of Honor, Advisor of the Emperor, Leader of the Cemetery Caretakers.

Notable Locations:

Great Abramov Cemetery of Honor: A Famous Cemetery, where those of Great Honor are Buried. One doesn't chose to get buried here, one's family is invited after one's death to bury them here and one has to have lived with and/or died with great Honor. Most offenders of the Cemetery are warded off with the symbol of the planet placed at every entrance - a Rafflesia flower is planted there, also known as a "Corpse Flower" (because it smells like one). It is believed that its smell will ward off all but the worst offenders, and those will be dealt with by the Caretakers, even the leader of the Caretakers, Sailor Abramov him, or herself.

The Emperor's Palace: Where the Emperor lived.

Caretaker's Barracks: Military Style Barracks where all the Caretakers, including Sailor Abramov lived.

Greater Abramov Cathedral (and Lesser Abramov Cathedrals): Where Caretakers held funeral rites for the dead. Only Sailor Abramov could hold services for those going into the Great Abramov Cemetery of Honor, and those would be held in the Greater Abramov Cathedral.

People:
The people of Abramov were often shorter than the rest of the galaxy, about 5'0-5'6 in height. They look as if they could be from Japan.

The Emperor:
The Emperor led the people of Abramov and was a solemn man/woman full of honor and respect.

Sailor Abramov: Sailor Abramov's Primary duty (besides protecting the planet) was protecting and caring for Great Abramov Cemetery of Honor. He/she also presided over funerals in the Greater Abramov Cathedral, advised the Emperor and led the Caretakers.

Samurai: Honorable Warriors, that were the main military of the planet, fought for the Emperor.

Caretakers: Solemn Warriors-Priests, that Protected their Cemeteries where the Honored Dead were buried, as well as the planet, under their Leader, Sailor Abramov, also presided over funerals in the Cathedrals.

Society/Culture:

Grammar:
The people of Abramov were Abramovians. Something of the Abramov's culture was Abramovian.

Clothing: Kimonos and such.

Burial Rites: People who lived their lives, and/or died with great honor had Funerals presided over by Sailor Abramov in the Greater Abramov Cathedral and were buried in the Great Abramov Cemetery of Honor. Some dead if they were somewhat Honorable, would be buried in Lesser Abramov Cemeteries of Honor. Those citizens whose lives and deaths did not warrant Honorable Burials were buried in broken down graveyards. Caretakers who died, including Sailor Abramov, would be cremated with Honors.

Architecture: Very Similar to Medieval Japanese Architecture.

Transportation:

Giclasian Ostriches: Used when in need of Speed

Abramovian Horses mounts : for most travel

Abramovian Horse drawn carts for cargo pulling

Animals:

Abramovian Horse A Horse built for South Japan-like weather year round

Dat: Mixture of Cat & Dog

Bobra: Mixture Cobra and Bat

Land and Weather:
Very much like Southern Japan

Ganymede

Ganymede is the seventh moon of Jupiter (the third of the four Galileans), and the largest moon to orbit the 9 solar planets. In the past, it was a picturesque world of extravagantly cultivated gardens, dense forests rife with wildlife, glittering fresh-water lakes and streams, rolling hills, and sweeping valleys.

Climate: The weather was pleasant and the skies generally clear, except in the springtime, when storms pummeled the land with heavy rains. Legends said the yearly storms were a gift from Jupiter to ensure ample harvests in the fall. Otherwise, the summers were mild and the winters cold enough for snow, but temperatures rarely rose or dipped into the extremes. Ganymede had a day-night cycle similar to Earth. The moon’s magic kept the skies blue in the daytime, and gave the illusion of sunlight despite their distance from the sun itself. Rather than the sun rising above or dipping below the horizon, sunrises and sunsets existed as a gradual brightening or fading of the sky’s blue hue. At night, the dark sky was often lit by other Jovian moons and the red glow of Jupiter.

Environment: Vegetation was lush and consisted of a broad range of wild flora and domesticated fruits and vegetables. The wide, green fields of the Ganymedean countryside provided for a bountiful agricultural system and ample feeding grounds for the moon’s various breeds of livestock. All life on Ganymede, whether animal life or vegetation, was similar to that found on Earth, though there may have been unique species located at various Wonders. Large cities dotted the landscape, but most of the moon boasted an expansive countryside with smaller towns and villages.

Structures: The architectural style on Ganymede was mixed. Newer buildings at the time of the Silver Millennium were built in what we would think of as the Edwardian style, but older, historic buildings could be found in Baroque and Gothic styles. The royal palace sat a few miles east of the capital city and shared many similarities with the Palace of Versailles. Electricity was new at the time of the Silver Millennium and could generally only be found within larger cities. Smaller towns either relied on gas or more rustic means of heating and lighting. Travel across Ganymede was undertaken by horse for short distances (sometimes hitched to wagons or carriages, depending on social class), and by train for long distances. Space travel was expensive and thus could only be afforded by the upper echelons of society.

Notable Locations:

• Lutetia - The capital city. A business hub and the seat of the royal family. Most off-world visitors would have disembarked here.
  
  
• Castle Luxuria - The traditional home of the Ganymedean royal family. They were not always in attendance, as they had other properties elsewhere, but Sailor Ganymede always resided here.
  
  
• The Caves of Altamira - At the time of the Silver Millennium, this Wonder was a lucrative mining site. Old Ganymedean legend claimed it was the birthplace of the first Ganymedean Senshi.
  
  
• The Castle of Yvoire - Many centuries before the fall of the Silver Millennium, Ganymede was split into four separate kingdoms. Yvoire was one of them. Ultimately the kingdoms consolidated via war or marriage. The capital city in what was once the Kingdom of Yvoire retained its name, and the castle there, once the seat of the royal family, became a Wonder.
  
  
• Reims Cathedral - Located in the city of Yvoire, connected to the castle by a bridge over the river, Reims Cathedral hosted the coronation of every king of Ganymede.

Other Notes:

• Sailor Ganymede - In the immediate past, Sailor Ganymede awoke at the age of ten, but was hidden away from the public while he was educated and trained, then made his official debut at the age of sixteen, having already come into his royal power. He was only ever referred to as “Ganymede,” and was said to be the King’s illegitimate son. Only his closest confidantes knew his true name or his history.
  
  
• The Jovian Court - An alliance of Jovian moons with a profound loyalty to Jupiter and the surrounding Jovian system. As one of the Galilean Moons, Ganymede was awarded a position of honor. In each generation of Senshi, the oldest of the Galilean Moons served as the Court’s Captain. In the immediate past, this was Ganymede. (This was previously established when Silverah first developed the Court. All moons of Jupiter were not expected to be a part of it.)
  
  
• Knights - Knights of Ganymede were expected to guard their Wonders and maintain the status quo within society. They generally were not encouraged to develop close relationships with the Senshi Prince, though some may have assisted with his training early on. Those Knights who remained loyal to the King would have been rewarded handsomely. Those who sided with the general populace often found themselves spied on (and occasionally imprisoned, if not outright killed).
  
  
• Revolution - A couple of years prior to the fall of the Silver Millennium, the Ganymedean monarchy was toppled by the revolting lower classes. Sailor Ganymede fled and lived the rest of his life on Jupiter, at the Fortress of Valhalla. Most of the remaining royal family were imprisoned and ultimately beheaded. Certain monarchist Knights could have met a similar fate.
  
  
• Blood Bonds - Old stories on Ganymede spoke of blood bonds, or soul bonds. These often existed between two people (but could sometimes extend to more, if all parties wished) and were akin to spiritual marriage vows, though there were never any laws in place to accept them as legal marriages. Those who wished to establish a blood bond would recite their vows to one another and mix their blood together. During the Silver Millennium, most people chose to do so within some sort of vessel, usually a piece of jewelry. Ancient tradition saw intended partners cut open their palms and press the bleeding wounds together while they spoke their vows. The resulting scars were symbols of their devotion to one another.
  
  
• The Long Night - This followed the end of Sailor Ganymede’s life. Each time their Senshi died, the skies would grow dark and sunlight would fade to a pinprick. Sometimes it would last months. Other times, it might last years. Daylight would only return to the moon when a new Sailor Ganymede was born.
  
  
• The Royal Line - The royal family of Ganymede was said to descend from the first Sailor Ganymede. They were scrupulous in ensuring the continuation of their line, but also took measures to control the extent of the family tree. Illegitimate children were generally only tolerated under specific circumstances, otherwise they were “pruned” from the tree. Family members of questionable loyalty often went missing or found themselves involved in tragic accidents.
  
  ** No one gets to be a member of the royal line without my permission.
  
  
• Blood Magic - Though this practice was not widespread on Ganymede, there were remnants of ancient magic that only those with the blood of the first Sailor Ganymede could manipulate — locations that could only be accessed and magical items that could only be used by those with royal blood. It was this blood magic that motivated the royal family to keep such strict control of their members, and why each successive Sailor Ganymede was forbidden from forming sexual relationships and reproducing. The royal family did not want competing lines, nor any existing royal blood outside of their control.
  
  ** No one gets to use Ganymedean blood magic without my permission. The answer will probably always be "no," but never say never I guess.