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'''Andoria''' is a frigid [[Planetary Classification#Class P|P]]-Class moon that orbits the fifth planet (a ringed [[MA:Gas giant|gas giant]]) in the Andorian system. Approximately 85% of the moon's surface is covered in water, and the moon is characterized by two large ice caps at its poles. These are much bigger than those found on [[MA:Earth|Earth]]. | '''Andoria''' is a frigid [[Planetary Classification#Class P|P]]-Class moon that orbits the fifth planet (a ringed [[MA:Gas giant|gas giant]]) in the Andorian system. Approximately 85% of the moon's surface is covered in water, and the moon is characterized by two large ice caps at its poles. These are much bigger than those found on [[MA:Earth|Earth]]. | ||
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Andoria is also referred to as ''Andor'', both by [[Andorian|Andorians]] and off-worlders. | Andoria is also referred to as ''Andor'', both by [[Andorian|Andorians]] and off-worlders. | ||
== | ==Home System== | ||
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{ | * '''Quadrant''': Beta | ||
*'''Location:''' Sector 006 | |||
* '''Proper Name''': Andorian system | |||
**'''Other names:''' Kuy'va system | |||
* '''Star''': Orbits a [[Star Classification#Type B: (Blue - White)|class B]] star | |||
* '''Distance from Star''': | |||
* '''Companions''': 7 planets, 1 ringed gas giant | |||
* '''Moons''': 1 (Andoria) | |||
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* '''Proper Name''': Andoria | |||
**'''Other names:''' Andor | |||
* '''Diameter''': 10,084 kilometres | |||
* '''Gravity''': 1 standard gravity | |||
* '''Axial Tilt''': | |||
* '''Orbital Period''': | |||
* '''Rotational Period''': 32 hours | |||
* '''Classification''': [[Planetary Classification#Class P|P class]] moon | |||
* '''Surface Water''': Approximately 85% | |||
* '''Atmosphere''': | |||
* '''Climate''': Frigid. Average temperature during the summer months in an Aenar settlement averages around -28˚C | |||
* '''Terrain''': Two large ice caps at each pole | |||
* '''Population''': 5,000 [[Aenar]], significantly more [[Andorian]]s. | |||
[[Image:Andoria_map.jpg|center|''Map of Andoria''.]] | |||
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==Geography== | ==Geography== | ||
[[Image:AenarTunnels.jpg|thumb|''[[MA:Jonathan Archer|Jonathan Archer]] and [[MA:Shran|Shran]] travel the Aenar tunnels in search of the Aenar city.'']] | |||
Many [[Andorian]] cities are subterranean, using [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geothermal_power geothermal energy] to warm them in order to make habitation more comfortable. They connected by thousands of kilometers of ice tunnels. The surface is referred to as bracingly cold, even by the [[Andorian|Andorians]] themselves, as the temperature only ever rises above zero degrees centigrade during rare heatwaves. Scientists theorise that it was in volcanic rifts, and in underground pockets near the planet's core that temperatures were high enough to sustain the origins of life. | Many [[Andorian]] cities are subterranean, using [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geothermal_power geothermal energy] to warm them in order to make habitation more comfortable. They connected by thousands of kilometers of ice tunnels. The surface is referred to as bracingly cold, even by the [[Andorian|Andorians]] themselves, as the temperature only ever rises above zero degrees centigrade during rare heatwaves. Scientists theorise that it was in volcanic rifts, and in underground pockets near the planet's core that temperatures were high enough to sustain the origins of life. | ||
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Lor'Tan is the largest city on Andoria, although its administrative capital is Laibok. Borders between countries do not exist, instead various areas are controlled by different ''keth'', similar to a tribal territorial system. | Lor'Tan is the largest city on Andoria, although its administrative capital is Laibok. Borders between countries do not exist, instead various areas are controlled by different ''keth'', similar to a tribal territorial system. | ||
[[Image:AndorianMap.jpg|center|''Physical map of Andoria''.]] | |||
===Andorian Landmarks=== | ===Andorian Landmarks=== | ||
*The [[ | *The [[Andor's Art Academy]] is considered one of the foremost educational institutions for artists within the entire [[MA:United Federation of Planets|Federation]]. | ||
*The [[MA:Wall of Heroes|Wall of Heroes]] is a place on Andoria where fallen members of the Imperial Guard can be honoured by depositing a vial of their blood. | *The [[MA:Wall of Heroes|Wall of Heroes]] is a place on Andoria where fallen members of the Imperial Guard can be honoured by depositing a vial of their blood. | ||
*The [[MA:Mountains of Andoria|Andorian Mountains]] are considered to be a place of outstanding natural beauty within the galaxy, and many newlywed couples visit them as a honeymoon location. | *The [[MA:Mountains of Andoria|Andorian Mountains]] are considered to be a place of outstanding natural beauty within the galaxy, and many newlywed couples visit them as a honeymoon location. | ||
*The Lor'Vela Launch Site is a preserved museum near the Emarni Lake with visitor terminals, a simulation of the original spacecraft, a fabrication building, a control room and the launch pad itself.{{SimRef| SIMTITLE=Does Anyone Else Hear Magic Carpet Ride? | SIMLINK=https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-gorkon/c/DPVAS3ZbNFM/m/1_s2w02vAAAJ | CHARACTERS=[[Vylaa zh'Tisav]] | STARDATE=240012.03 }} | |||
===Points of Interest=== | |||
*The Arehl: A snowy labyrinth of winding streets on a hill that overlooks a frozen part of Emarni Lake, full of expensive looking stores and cafes.{{SimRef| SIMTITLE=The Hot Chocolate Brigade | SIMLINK=https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-gorkon/c/cmTX1KrB5eE/m/ik0rhEisAAAJ | CHARACTERS=[[Miaxdiso Avoi]] | STARDATE=240012.03 }} | |||
**The Pits: Hidden beneath The Arehl itself, and accessed via secret shop doors. An underground fighting ring can be found here, as well as a tattoo stall.{{SimRef| SIMTITLE=When Two Tribes Go to War | SIMLINK=https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-gorkon/c/b1Qbmshdglg/m/faxeg4H4AAAJ | CHARACTERS=[[Miaxdiso Avoi]] | STARDATE=240012.23 }} | |||
===Zoology=== | ===Zoology=== | ||
[[Image:IceBore.jpg|thumb|150px|''[[Andorian]] [[MA:Ice-bore|Ice Bores]]''.]] | |||
*The [[MA:Andorian Amoeba|Andorian Amoeba]] holds particular scientific interest due to its somewhat unique reproduction system. Through fusing with another single cell organism, the amoeba produces a completely new species. | *The [[MA:Andorian Amoeba|Andorian Amoeba]] holds particular scientific interest due to its somewhat unique reproduction system. Through fusing with another single cell organism, the amoeba produces a completely new species. | ||
*[[MA:Andorian bull|Andorian Bulls]] are known for their extremely aggressive dispositions. | *[[MA:Andorian bull|Andorian Bulls]] are known for their extremely aggressive dispositions. | ||
*[[MA:Andorian redbat|Andorian Redbats]] are considered by some to be a great delicacy. | *[[MA:Andorian redbat|Andorian Redbats]] are considered by some to be a great delicacy. | ||
*[[MA:Andorian tuber root|Andorian tuber roots]] are extremely high in calorific content. As such they make ideal additions to emergency provisions. | *[[MA:Andorian tuber root|Andorian tuber roots]] are extremely high in calorific content. As such they make ideal additions to emergency provisions. | ||
*In the polar regions of Andoria, [[MA:Ice-bore|Ice-Bore]] swarms often congregate. These worms are able to produce heat internally through a chemical reaction, and are harvested by the [[Aenar]] for worldwide distribution. | |||
*In the polar regions of Andoria, [[MA:Ice bore|Ice Bore]] swarms often congregate. These worms are able to produce heat internally through a chemical reaction, and are harvested by the [[Aenar]] for worldwide distribution. | |||
*Sharing a similarity with horses on Earth, [[MA:Zabathu|Zabathu]] are often used as mounts by [[Andorian]] riders. | *Sharing a similarity with horses on Earth, [[MA:Zabathu|Zabathu]] are often used as mounts by [[Andorian]] riders. | ||
==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||
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*The Good That Men Do (Andy Mangels & Michael A. Martin, Pocket Books) | *The Good That Men Do (Andy Mangels & Michael A. Martin, Pocket Books) | ||
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[[Category:Moons]] | [[Category:Moons]] | ||
[[Category:Class P planets]] | [[Category:Class P planets]] |
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Andoria is a frigid P-Class moon that orbits the fifth planet (a ringed gas giant) in the Andorian system. Approximately 85% of the moon's surface is covered in water, and the moon is characterized by two large ice caps at its poles. These are much bigger than those found on Earth. Andoria is one of the five founding worlds of the United Federation of Planets. It is in close proximity to Vulcan, with whose people the Andorians endured great conflict for many years. Andoria forms the capital of the Andorian Empire, and is home to the Andorians and their offshoot species, the Aenar. Andoria is relatively close to the Sol system. Andoria is also referred to as Andor, both by Andorians and off-worlders.
Home System
Home World
GeographyMany Andorian cities are subterranean, using geothermal energy to warm them in order to make habitation more comfortable. They connected by thousands of kilometers of ice tunnels. The surface is referred to as bracingly cold, even by the Andorians themselves, as the temperature only ever rises above zero degrees centigrade during rare heatwaves. Scientists theorise that it was in volcanic rifts, and in underground pockets near the planet's core that temperatures were high enough to sustain the origins of life. There are 4 continents on Andoria, Issa (Northern Ice-Cap), Ka’thela, Tlanek (Southern Ice-Cap) and Voral. Ka’thela and Voral are connected by the Tharan Mountains. Lor'Tan is the largest city on Andoria, although its administrative capital is Laibok. Borders between countries do not exist, instead various areas are controlled by different keth, similar to a tribal territorial system. Andorian Landmarks
Points of Interest
Zoology
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