Oasis

Mercury is no easy home. Oasis provides relief from the harsh climate, and booze and company give reprieve from the constant fear of the resentful Chained Sun above them. Roseah, a native mercurian, owns the tent and supplies. They offer employement to Mercurian refugees, helping them build the required capital to charter a trip out.
The nomad-owned bar is the only civilian establishment that travels with Penumbra. It is a popular haunt of the rank and file.

Under the Canvas

Oasis is a large strap and beam style tent. It was a wedding gift from a life that now seems long past. It takes a couple hours and the assistance of all their staff to assemble.
Two large center beams lift the ceiling of the tent. These beams are attached to the canvas of the ceiling, which is then spread out with shorter wall poles. These poles are strapped back with paracord to lock them in place and increase the tension of the tent. Blankets are added over the sides to become walls.
The beams and poles are created from Walker exoskeletons. The legs of the gargantuan insectoids are harvested, cleaned and processed with chemical baths. This strengthens the exoskeleton, but also lends it some give so it doesn't go brittle.
The tent uses a mylar tarp as its outermost layer. Mylar is a thin heat-reflective fabric that prevents heat and moisture loss and protects against the irradation of the Chained Sun. The innermost layer is the traditional grey canvas of a nomad tent.

Oasis by Annie Stein

Something to take the edge off

Rose Bandung by Annie Stein

For most, Penumbra is their final destination. An eternal frontline against an unforgiving enemy. Oasis gives some sense of normality to the soldiers and mercenaries who risk their lives. The proximity to the sun, however, means veering off course can launch someone into a Solar Orbit so supply runs are limited.
The limited supply affects the stock, but Oasis makes due. A good amount of their stock comes from trade with other nomads; syrup-y Mercurian liqueurs and beer so thick it could count as soup. The rest is procured by some of Penumbra's suppliers, who've agreed to bring an assortment of whatever local beverages will keep. Since most shipments come from Venus and Saturn, so too does the stock.

Oasis Snacks by Annie stein

A Trickle of Respite

A fountain is somewhat of a luxury on a planet that relies on mined ice to supply its water, but it wouldn't be an oasis without a water feature. The reservoir sits in the middle of the tent between the beams. A hammered metal bowl serves as the receptacle.
It is set up with an hydraulophone for entertainment. When unplayed, the woodwater instrument sounds like any other fountain, but blocking the flow of water from any of the spouts produces a deep resonant hum.
The fountain also generates a slightly more humid and gentle atmosphere in the tent, allowing for easier breathing. It is a welcome respite from the harsh Mercurian air.

Water by Annie Stein

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Oasis by Annie Stein

Type

Pub / Tavern / Restaurant

Parent Location

Penumbra

Owner

Roseah

Characters in Location

• Tray

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