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{{Planet
{{Planet
| image=[[Image:Adru_eaw.jpg|250px]]
| image=Adru_eaw.jpg
| name=Adru
| name=Adru
| region=[[Valcarian Core Worlds]]
| region=[[Freeworlds Region]]
| sector=
| sector=Freeworlds Sector
| system=[[Adril system]]
| system=[[Lanith system]]
| suns=1: [[Adril]]
| suns=1: [[Lanith]]
| moons=2
| moons=2
| class=Class O
| class=Class O
| species=[[Adruan]] (indigenous)
| species=[[Adruan]] (indigenous)
| otherspecies=[[Human]]s, [[Caraadian]]s, others
| otherspecies=[[Human]]s, [[Caraadian]]s, others
| atmosphere=Breathable
| atmosphere=breathable (Nitrogen-oxygen)
| hydrosphere=moist
| gravity=1.3 standard
| gravity=1.3 standard
| diameter=14,211 km
| diameter=14,211 km
| lengthday=26 [[standard hour]]s
| lengthday=26 standard hours
| lengthyear=422 local days
| lengthyear=422 local days
| exports=Seafood, clothing, tourism, [[Laktum]]
| exports=Seafood, clothing, tourism, [[Laktum]]
| imports=Technology, foodstuffs, building materials
| imports=Technology, foodstuffs, building materials
| population=1.8 million
| population=1.8 million
| language=[[Adruan (language)|Adruan]], [[Federation Standard]]
| techclass=N
| language=[[Adruish]], [[Federation Standard]]
| terrain=Oceanic
| terrain=Oceanic
| climate=Temperate
| climate=Temperate
| cities=[[Ahto City]] (capital)
| cities=[[Kinba City]] (capital)
| interest=[[Komina Rift]], [[Kinba City]], its swoop track, [[Komina Station]]
| interest=[[Komina Rift]], [[Kinba City]], its swoop track, [[Komina Station]]
| affiliation=[[Valcarian Imperial Republic]]
| affiliation=independent
| government=aristocracy
}}
}}
 
{{Lanith}}
'''Adru''' was an aquatic [[planet]] in the [[Adril system]]. It was home to the [[Adruan]], an amphibious species. It was completely covered in water and was the only known source of the healing liquid, [[laktum]]. Laktum was so important to the galaxy that the Adruan were able to use it to enforce their neutrality policy. The only above-surface settlement on Adru was the floating [[Kinba City|city of Kinba]]. When laktum was replaced in favor of other technological advancements, the [[VIR|Valcarian Republic]] abandoned Adru, and the Adruan left Kinba City for their ancient cities in the depths of their oceans. Adru did not have contact with the galaxy until the Adruan were enslaved by the returning [[VIR|Valcarian Empire]].
'''Adru''' was an aquatic [[planet]] in the [[Lanith system]]. It was home to the [[Adruan]], an amphibious species. It was completely covered in water and was the only known source of the healing liquid, [[laktum]]. Laktum was so important to the [[Par'tha Expanse]] and surrounding areas that the Adruan were able to use it to enforce their neutrality policy. The only above-surface settlement on Adru was the floating [[Kinba City|city of Kinba]]. When laktum was replaced in favor of other technological advancements, the economic demand dried up, and the Adruan left Kinba City for their ancient cities in the depths of their oceans. Adru had very little contact with the rest of the Expanse since that time.


==Geography==
==Geography==
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[[Image:Adru.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Another view of Adru.]]
[[Image:Adru.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Another view of Adru.]]


Adru was once a prominent member of the [[VIR|Valcarian Republic]], thousands of years before the creation of the [[VIR|Valcarian Empire]]. The Adru were among many species enslaved by the Empire. The Adruan slaves were used to construct marvelous structures across the Empire.
Adru was once a prominent member of the [[Par'tha Expanse]], thousands of years before the advancement of medical technologies. For the last hundred years or so, however, they have remained relatively secluded.


The First One, possibly due to her immense size, became a legend to the Adruan, who believed her to be not only the source of the laktum, but perhaps even the origin of their species. She also gave birth to many smaller dridalum sharks, who helped her to protect the rift and its hidden treasures. The Adruan that had been transported as slaves across the galaxy eventually returned to their homeworld where they began to rebuild their civilization.
The First One, possibly due to her immense size, became a legend to the Adruan, who believed her to be not only the source of the laktum, but perhaps even the origin of their species. She also gave birth to many smaller dridalum sharks, who helped her to protect the rift and its hidden treasures.


===Valcarian Republic===
A thousand years ago, Adru had established itself as the sole provider of laktum in the galaxy. In order to serve the needs of non-Adruan visitors, the Adruan built the huge Kinba City, which was so large that it could be seen from orbit. Laktum was in high demand due to its powerful healing properties. In fact, Adru's entire economy revolved around its exportation. Many other worlds and governments wanted an alliance with Adru, to try to corner the laktum market. Instead, Adru adopted a state of neutrality. And if any faction decided to invade the planet, the Adru threatened to destroy the laktum supply.
By the time of the Valcarian Republic, Adru had established itself as the sole provider of laktum in the galaxy. In order to serve the needs of non-Adruan visitors, the Adruan built the huge Kinba City, which was so large that it could be seen from orbit. Laktum was in high demand during the war due to its powerful healing properties. In fact, Adru's entire economy revolved around its exportation. Adru's main client was the Valcarian Republic, though Adru itself was not a member of the Republic. Instead, Adru adopted a state of neutrality. If any faction decided to invade the planet, the Adru threatened to destroy the laktum supply.


[[Image:Kinba_City.jpg|left|thumb|250px|[[Kinba City]].]]
[[Image:Kinba_City.jpg|left|thumb|250px|[[Kinba City]].]]


A few of the Adruan made a secret deal with the Republic, allowing them to build their own [[Komina Station|laktum harvesting base]] on the ocean floor. Unfortunately, the location chosen for the station was the [[Komina Rift]], and the [[First One]] was none too pleased by the invasion of her territory. Somehow she drove the Adruan in the base and the dridalum sharks outside the base insane, and they attacked and killed all of the other personnel. The operation was a disaster, and for some time the Republic Embassy did not know what had happened.
A few of the Adruan made a secret deal with the [[Caraadians]], allowing them to build their own [[Komina Station|laktum harvesting base]] on the ocean floor. Unfortunately, the location chosen for the station was the [[Komina Rift]], and the [[First One]] was none too pleased by the invasion of her territory. Somehow she drove the Adruan in the base and the dridalum sharks outside the base insane, and they attacked and killed all of the other personnel. The operation was a disaster, and for some time the universe outside of Adru did not know what had happened.
 
Adru continued to extract kolto, but the supply mysteriously started to decline. As a result, the price of laktum sky-rocketed and the galaxy abandoned laktum and Adru in favor of new healing agents. Forced to lower their prices, the Adruan lost their greatest bargaining chip. The Adruan attempted to join the Valcarian Republic at this time, but corruption and complex interests barred the aquatic world from entering the interstellar union. With no other options, Kinba City was abandoned by the Adruan, and they returned to their underwater cities beneath the surface. Due to Adru's isolation, the Adruan began to grow primitive, warring with rival cities.
 
===Valcarian Empire===
When the Valcarian Empire was formed, Emperor [[Altharra]] remembered Adru, and sent an assault force to conquer the planet. The assault force consisted of thousands of [[Valcarian Elite-trooper]]s and two [[Altharra-class Destroyer|destroyers]]. Many Adruan were frightened by the Imperial force and surrendered. Just to be on the "safe" side, the Imperial forces released a huge deposit of orbital depth charges, which destroyed numerous undersea cities forcing the Adruan to the surface. Once in Kinba City, the Empire enslaved the Adruan, and crushed any resistance.


It was rumored that Altharra had a host of Adruan slaves in his household on [[Valcaria]]. The Empire built a huge luxury resort in Kinba City and the Adruan were made servants to serve the rich [[Valcarian]] guests. The laktum was exploited by the Empire, and by the time the Empire withdrew, most of the laktum had been taken by the [[Valcarian Imperial Army]]. Industrial pollution also tainted Adru's blue skies and clear waters.
Adru continued to extract laktum, but the supply mysteriously started to decline. As a result, the price of laktum sky-rocketed and the galaxy abandoned laktum and Adru in favor of new healing agents and technologies. Forced to lower their prices, the Adruan lost their greatest bargaining chip. The Adruan attempted to join the Freeworlds at this time, but corruption and complex interests barred the aquatic world from entering the unofficial interstellar union. With no other options, Kinba City was abandoned by the Adruan, and they returned to their underwater cities beneath the surface. Due to Adru's isolation, the Adruan began to grow primitive, warring with rival cities.


With the decline of the laktum market, the Adruan were forced to work much harder to re-establish themselves in the galactic arena. Laktum was used as a cheaper alternative to technology.
With the decline of the laktum market, the Adruan were forced to work much harder to re-establish themselves in the galactic arena. Laktum was used as a cheaper alternative to technology.
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==Fauna==
==Fauna==


[[Image:First One.JPG|thumb|200px|left|The [[First One]], ancestor to the Adruan species.]]
Adru, being an oceanic planet, hosted numerous aquatic species in its vast seas. The [[Adruan]] were originally aquatic beings, having lived in the oceans in their earlier, prehistoric eras. As the Adruan developed and evolved the ability to live outside of water, various other species prospered in the depths of the Adru oceans. The [[dridalum shark]] became the prominent species, though several other aquatic animals and plants could be found within the ocean. The First One seems to have been the basis of life on Adru, being the "mother" of evolution on Adru. The Adruan believed the First One to be the mother of their species and regarded her with much respect, not only for being the protector of their laktum, but for guarding the ecosystem as well. If true, then the Adruan were also related to the dridalum sharks. This is further supported by the fact that when the First One screamed, it drove both the dridalum sharks ''and'' the Adruan insane.
Adru, being an oceanic planet, hosted numerous aquatic species in its vast seas. The [[Adruan]] were originally aquatic beings, having lived in the oceans in their earlier, prehistoric eras. As the Adruan developed and evolved the ability to live outside of water, various other species prospered in the depths of the Adru oceans. The [[dridalum shark]] became the prominent species, though several other aquatic animals and plants could be found within the ocean. The First One seems to have been the basis of life on Adru, being the "mother" of evolution on Adru. The Adruan believed the First One to be the mother of their species and regarded her with much respect, not only for being the protector of their laktum, but for guarding the ecosystem as well. If true, then the Adruan were also related to the dridalum sharks. This is further supported by the fact that when the First One screamed, it drove both the dridalum sharks ''and'' the Adruan insane.


==Culture==
==Culture==


Ever since recorded history began on Manaan, the Selkath were known to be pacifists, refusing to condone violence of any sort. This resulted in the birth of their long-lived and brutally enforced, neutrality policy. Their settlements were protected by [[Assault droid Mark IV|Mark IV Assault droids]]. The [[Ahto City Civil Authority]], ruled the planet, and employed [[War droid-series|War-droids]] to enforce their laws. Competition, however, was not eliminated. The Selkath enjoyed [[swoop racing]] and various aquatic sports. Swoop racing was conducted in the large, open center of the city, which was filled with water.
Ever since recorded history began on Adru, the Adruan were known to be pacifists, refusing to condone violence of any sort. This resulted in the birth of their long-lived and brutally enforced, neutrality policy. Their settlements were protected by [[Assault Robot Mark II|Mark II Assault robot]]. The [[Kinba City Civil Authority]], ruled the planet, and employed [[Enforcement robot|police robots]] to enforce their laws. Competition, however, was not eliminated. The Adruan enjoyed [[renithor racing]] and various aquatic sports. Renithor racing was conducted in the large, open center of the city, which was filled with water.


==Government==
==Government==
[[Image:Accacourt.jpg|right|200px|thumb|The Ahto High Court.]]


Manaan was governed by the Ahto City Civil Authority. At the time of the Jedi Civil War, the Ahto City Civil Authority was controlled by the Ahto High Court, which consisted of twelve justices (five chief justices, five associate justices, and two alternate justices). Shelkar was the presiding chief justice at the time, and as such, had a large proportion of control over Manaan. This made him the de facto leader of Manaan; very important if one considered his alleged alliance with the Republic. The Ahto High Court tried to remain impartial to all cases that came their way. They issued orders to the Ahto City Civil Authority, and kept the peace on Manaan. Disturbing the peace or committing acts of violence, usually rendered someone imprisoned, or executed. The Ahto High Court banished the Sith from Manaan for kidnapping Selkath youth and training them to overthrow the government. This left the Republic with an upper hand for the small remainder of the war. After Manaan became isolated, it possessed no centralized government.
Adru was governed by the Kinba City Civil Authority. The Kinba City Civil Authority was controlled by the Kinba High Court, which consisted of twelve justices (five chief justices, five associate justices, and two alternate justices). The presiding chief justice at the time had a large proportion of control over Adru. This made him the de facto leader of Adru. The Kinba High Court tried to remain impartial to all cases that came their way. They issued orders to the Kinba City Civil Authority, and kept the peace on Adru. Disturbing the peace or committing acts of violence, usually rendered someone imprisoned, or executed. After Adru became isolated, it possessed no centralized government.


==Locations==
==Locations==
===Ahto City===
===Kinba City===
::''Main Article: [[Ahto City]]''
::''Main Article: [[Kinba City]]''


[[Image:Ahtocitywest.jpg|thumb|left|Ahto West]]
[[Image:Kinbacityeast.jpg|thumb|left|Kinba East]]


The only city above the surface of Manaan's oceans, Ahto City was the meeting place between the [[Selkath]] and offworld visitors. It was a tremendous, shell shaped structure that floated on top of the water's surface using a buoyancy system that seemed to incorporate the city's massive center. Kolto would be gathered here from undersea vents and shipped off to those who requested it. Indeed, much of Ahto City was comprised of hangers and distribution centers. Exotic and beautiful fountains dotted the many courtyards of Ahto City. There were also many cantinas, shops, and other recreational facilities present. Other than kolto, tourism was also a major part of Manaan's economy. All visitors were given a free map and guide upon arrival. The [[Sith Embassy (Manaan)|Sith Embassy]] and [[Republic Embassy (Manaan)|Republic Embassy]] were located in Ahto as well, and were the center of each respective faction's interests on Manaan.
The only city above the surface of Adru's oceans, Kinba City was the meeting place between the [[Adruan]] and offworld visitors. It was a tremendous, shell shaped structure that floated on top of the water's surface using a buoyancy system that seemed to incorporate the city's massive center. Laktum would be gathered here from undersea vents and shipped off to those who requested it. Indeed, much of Kinba City was comprised of hangers and distribution centers. Exotic and beautiful fountains dotted the many courtyards of Kinba City. There were also many cantinas, shops, and other recreational facilities present. Other than laktum, tourism was also a major part of Adru's economy. All visitors were given a free map and guide upon arrival. The embassys were located in Kinba as well.


===Hrakert Rift===
===Komina Rift===
::''Main Article: [[Hrakert Rift]]
::''Main Article: [[Komina Rift]]


[[Image:Hrakert Rift.jpg|right|200px|thumb|The Hrakert Rift during the [[Jedi Civil War]]]]
[[Image:Komina Rift.jpg|right|200px|thumb|The Komina Rift]]


The Hrakert Rift was the largest source of kolto on Manaan. It was home to thousands of firaxan sharks and the Progenitor. The rift also contained a Star Map, excavated by Republic scientists. The Hrakert station was also located here. The station secretly mined kolto from the ocean floor. The machinery disturbed the Progenitor, who screeched loudly, driving firaxan sharks and Selkath alike, insane. The Republic scientists were killed by the crazed Selkath, and production ceased. Republic diplomat Rolan Wann hired teams of mercenaries to investigate the facility. They too were killed, and the mystery remained uncovered, until Revan arrived on Manaan, searching for the lost Star Map. Revan destroyed the Hrakert machinery to calm the Progenitor, and rescued the surviving scientists. The Hrakert rift was later used as the base of operations for the Order of Shasa.
The Komina Rift was the largest source of laktum on Adru. It was home to thousands of dridalum sharks and the First One. The Komina station was also located here. The station secretly mined laktum from the ocean floor. The machinery disturbed the First One, who screeched loudly, driving dridalum sharks and Adruan alike, insane. The Caraadian scientists were killed by the crazed Adruan, and production ceased. Some Caraadian diplomats hired teams of mercenaries to investigate the facility. They too were killed, and the mystery remained uncovered for many years.


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Adru eaw.jpg
Adru
Stellar Cartography
Region Freeworlds Region
Sector Freeworlds Sector
System Lanith system
Sun(s) 1: Lanith
Moon(s) 2
Class Class O
Physical
Diameter 14,211 km
Atmosphere breathable (Nitrogen-oxygen)
Hydrosphere moist
Climate Temperate
Gravity 1.3 standard
Primary terrain Oceanic
Points of interest Komina Rift, Kinba City, its swoop track, Komina Station
Length of Day 26 standard hours
Length of Year 422 local days
Native species Adruan (indigenous)
Other species Humans, Caraadians, others
Societal
Official Language Adruish, Federation Standard
Population 1.8 million
Technological Classification N
Major cities Kinba City (capital)
Imports Technology, foodstuffs, building materials
Exports Seafood, clothing, tourism, Laktum
Affiliation independent
Government aristocracy
Lanith system Star  · I  · II  · III

Adru was an aquatic planet in the Lanith system. It was home to the Adruan, an amphibious species. It was completely covered in water and was the only known source of the healing liquid, laktum. Laktum was so important to the Par'tha Expanse and surrounding areas that the Adruan were able to use it to enforce their neutrality policy. The only above-surface settlement on Adru was the floating city of Kinba. When laktum was replaced in favor of other technological advancements, the economic demand dried up, and the Adruan left Kinba City for their ancient cities in the depths of their oceans. Adru had very little contact with the rest of the Expanse since that time.

Geography

Adru's vast oceans.

The lunar pull of Adru's two moons constantly ensured that the entire surface was covered with water. Kinba City was the only surface city and spaceport. Since it was the only settlement accessible to offworlders, the only way to the true surface of the planet was in a submersible kept in Kinba City.

Canyons lined the ocean floor, and atop the canyons lay long rifts that were lined with numerous deposits of laktum. One of these rifts, the Komina Rift, was home to a giant dridalum shark known as the First One. The unusual natural energies emitted from the rift contributed to the First One's tremendous size. The First One was also somehow connected with the flow of laktum. It in turn fed on the laktum, further increasing the creature's size. Its offspring, the dridalum sharks, protected their mother and inhabited the rift, attacking anything that attempted to endanger the reef.

Deep undersea caverns served as homes to the native aquatic species, and the sentient Adruan built their cities, deep-sea pods, far beneath the surface. The closest pod to Kinba City was the Foron pod.

Adru had one sun, and its skies were as blue as the oceans. The planet was home to several avian species, flocks of which could usually be seen flying over Kinba City. The Adru protected their oceans and their skies with as much integrity as anything they did. If the environment was harmed, the parties responsible could be banned, imprisoned, or even executed, if the crime was severe enough. Luckily, few dared to tamper with the ecosystem, and if they did, they would be met with the wrath of the First One.

History

Another view of Adru.

Adru was once a prominent member of the Par'tha Expanse, thousands of years before the advancement of medical technologies. For the last hundred years or so, however, they have remained relatively secluded.

The First One, possibly due to her immense size, became a legend to the Adruan, who believed her to be not only the source of the laktum, but perhaps even the origin of their species. She also gave birth to many smaller dridalum sharks, who helped her to protect the rift and its hidden treasures.

A thousand years ago, Adru had established itself as the sole provider of laktum in the galaxy. In order to serve the needs of non-Adruan visitors, the Adruan built the huge Kinba City, which was so large that it could be seen from orbit. Laktum was in high demand due to its powerful healing properties. In fact, Adru's entire economy revolved around its exportation. Many other worlds and governments wanted an alliance with Adru, to try to corner the laktum market. Instead, Adru adopted a state of neutrality. And if any faction decided to invade the planet, the Adru threatened to destroy the laktum supply.

A few of the Adruan made a secret deal with the Caraadians, allowing them to build their own laktum harvesting base on the ocean floor. Unfortunately, the location chosen for the station was the Komina Rift, and the First One was none too pleased by the invasion of her territory. Somehow she drove the Adruan in the base and the dridalum sharks outside the base insane, and they attacked and killed all of the other personnel. The operation was a disaster, and for some time the universe outside of Adru did not know what had happened.

Adru continued to extract laktum, but the supply mysteriously started to decline. As a result, the price of laktum sky-rocketed and the galaxy abandoned laktum and Adru in favor of new healing agents and technologies. Forced to lower their prices, the Adruan lost their greatest bargaining chip. The Adruan attempted to join the Freeworlds at this time, but corruption and complex interests barred the aquatic world from entering the unofficial interstellar union. With no other options, Kinba City was abandoned by the Adruan, and they returned to their underwater cities beneath the surface. Due to Adru's isolation, the Adruan began to grow primitive, warring with rival cities.

With the decline of the laktum market, the Adruan were forced to work much harder to re-establish themselves in the galactic arena. Laktum was used as a cheaper alternative to technology.

Fauna

Adru, being an oceanic planet, hosted numerous aquatic species in its vast seas. The Adruan were originally aquatic beings, having lived in the oceans in their earlier, prehistoric eras. As the Adruan developed and evolved the ability to live outside of water, various other species prospered in the depths of the Adru oceans. The dridalum shark became the prominent species, though several other aquatic animals and plants could be found within the ocean. The First One seems to have been the basis of life on Adru, being the "mother" of evolution on Adru. The Adruan believed the First One to be the mother of their species and regarded her with much respect, not only for being the protector of their laktum, but for guarding the ecosystem as well. If true, then the Adruan were also related to the dridalum sharks. This is further supported by the fact that when the First One screamed, it drove both the dridalum sharks and the Adruan insane.

Culture

Ever since recorded history began on Adru, the Adruan were known to be pacifists, refusing to condone violence of any sort. This resulted in the birth of their long-lived and brutally enforced, neutrality policy. Their settlements were protected by Mark II Assault robot. The Kinba City Civil Authority, ruled the planet, and employed police robots to enforce their laws. Competition, however, was not eliminated. The Adruan enjoyed renithor racing and various aquatic sports. Renithor racing was conducted in the large, open center of the city, which was filled with water.

Government

Adru was governed by the Kinba City Civil Authority. The Kinba City Civil Authority was controlled by the Kinba High Court, which consisted of twelve justices (five chief justices, five associate justices, and two alternate justices). The presiding chief justice at the time had a large proportion of control over Adru. This made him the de facto leader of Adru. The Kinba High Court tried to remain impartial to all cases that came their way. They issued orders to the Kinba City Civil Authority, and kept the peace on Adru. Disturbing the peace or committing acts of violence, usually rendered someone imprisoned, or executed. After Adru became isolated, it possessed no centralized government.

Locations

Kinba City

Main Article: Kinba City
Kinba East

The only city above the surface of Adru's oceans, Kinba City was the meeting place between the Adruan and offworld visitors. It was a tremendous, shell shaped structure that floated on top of the water's surface using a buoyancy system that seemed to incorporate the city's massive center. Laktum would be gathered here from undersea vents and shipped off to those who requested it. Indeed, much of Kinba City was comprised of hangers and distribution centers. Exotic and beautiful fountains dotted the many courtyards of Kinba City. There were also many cantinas, shops, and other recreational facilities present. Other than laktum, tourism was also a major part of Adru's economy. All visitors were given a free map and guide upon arrival. The embassys were located in Kinba as well.

Komina Rift

Main Article: Komina Rift
The Komina Rift

The Komina Rift was the largest source of laktum on Adru. It was home to thousands of dridalum sharks and the First One. The Komina station was also located here. The station secretly mined laktum from the ocean floor. The machinery disturbed the First One, who screeched loudly, driving dridalum sharks and Adruan alike, insane. The Caraadian scientists were killed by the crazed Adruan, and production ceased. Some Caraadian diplomats hired teams of mercenaries to investigate the facility. They too were killed, and the mystery remained uncovered for many years.