Splashdown

Formerly an ISC Starliner abandoned after crash-landing in "pirate territory," Splashdown has since become a thriving Diasporan city and the heart of the Anath system.

Following a haphazard blockade by the Red Raiders - and the intercession of the Hedron crew - the two have joined forces, the latter becoming privateers under the Anathian Collective (or Council).

Government

A syndicalist council (or collective) comprising a large number of affinity groups throughout the city, all of whom have representatives that meet regularly aboard the Sisyphus to decide matters affecting the system at large. The only member of the collective (or council) encountered so far is Katerin, an eccentric cogbyrn living aboard the station.

Industry & Trade

Splashdown deals primarily in salvage; ship hulks are towed from surrounding systems and broken down into goods for trade and reuse. Very little manufacturing happens on-site - what does takes place on Sisyphus Station - and most goods are trucked in from other Diasporan settlements.

Guilds and Factions

• The Anathian Council (or Collective), the system's governing body.
• The First National Haberdasher & Couturier's Collective, an affinity group representing many of the shops in the Bow section.
• The Hedony of the Honored Nut, a religious sect specializing in all types of public service. Sometimes called Sternkeepers, or "Aproneers" in reference to their official religious garb.
• The Red Raiders, former pirates that have since split with The Admiral and become Anath's informal navy.
• The Seekers of Knowledge, a gaggle of big-headed newcomers.
• The Order of Sensates, a conclave of explorers in the realms of sensation.

History

Originally discovered by the crew of the Diasporan colony ship Sisyphus, who salvaged the hulk and repurposed it into a livable structure. The city has only grown since then, filling the hull and expanding onto the menthol flats surrounding the crash site.

Geography

Splashdown is divided into four sections, three of which reside mostly in the hull.

The Bow

Habitation, agriculture, commerce.

• The Aqua Catch, a small scale fish hatchery and attached seafood dining experience.
• Beach, Please, a swimwear boutique.
• Clothes & Stuff, purveyor of casual fashions.
• Eleganté, a shop specializing in tailored formalwear.

The Tower

Administration & communications. Direct uplink to Sisyphus Station.

• Couriers' Guild offices & trading floor.

The Stern

Red light district, though most of it is actually pink.

• Eros in Glass, a store specializing in aesthetically pleasing adult novelties.
• Euphoria, a nightclub known for its regular events and exhibitions.
• Excessive Glitter, a store best described by its name.
• The Full Course, a full service dining and entertainment venue.
• Pleasuredome, a venue that hosts an ongoing tournament of sexual prowess.

The Flats

Industry and shipping district on one side, habitation on the other. Outside the hull.

• Splashdown Spaceport, parking for ships and facilities for the exchange of cargo.
• Various foundries for the reprocessing of scrap metal and reclamation of components.

Market Type
Crowded
_{Chaotic, unpredictable market. Eclectic selection of goods and services that changes from day to day. Mostly junk, but many Class 0 and Class 1 goods available. Diverse selection of Crews.}

Type

Large city

Population

200,000~

Inhabitant Demonym

Anathian

Location under

Anath

Owning Organization

The Autonomous Diaspora

Characters in Location

• Bazin Ga
• Sorento
• Sulk & Bull
• Velenus

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