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==Politics== | ==Politics== | ||
Oscion is the | Oscion is the capitol of the [[Par'tha Expanse]], and has been since [[Kaen Tan]] chose it as the seat of his empire long ago. It is the center of official power in the [[Expanse Sector|Expanse]], and the social trend-setter for the [[Expanse Sector|Expanse]] and the [[Freeworlds Region]]. | ||
The [[Par'tha Expanse Great Council|Great Council]], Senate, and lesser sector governmental bodies meet on Oscion, and most of the sector's senior rulers live here at least part of the year. The [[Imperial Grand Governor]] [[Asir, Enim|Asir]] maintains his official residence here as well, though he is as likely to be on [[Aelann]] or [[Yrocyn]] as in his offices. | The [[Par'tha Expanse Great Council|Great Council]], Senate, and lesser sector governmental bodies meet on Oscion, and most of the sector's senior rulers live here at least part of the year. The [[Imperial Grand Governor]] [[Asir, Enim|Asir]] maintains his official residence here as well, though he is as likely to be on [[Aelann]] or [[Yrocyn]] as in his offices. | ||
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Oscion culture is dominated by politics. Everywhere one goes, one sees statues, marble halls, great shining spires, and noble museums that serve as a constant reminder of Par'tha's great glories. | Oscion culture is dominated by politics. Everywhere one goes, one sees statues, marble halls, great shining spires, and noble museums that serve as a constant reminder of Par'tha's great glories. | ||
By ancient tradition, Oscion is neutral territory - no house quarrel or feud can be pursued through violent means while on the | By ancient tradition, Oscion is neutral territory - no house quarrel or feud can be pursued through violent means while on the capitol world. This means no duels, no poisonings, and no assassinations (even common fist fights among nobles are frowned upon here, and may mean social ostracism for weeks or months for the participants). | ||
This edict is strictly observed, and woe to the noble who violates it - his own house may disown him. In a sector where house relations are so delicate, no one can afford to have government disrupted by blood feuds and house wars. Of course, there are those who break the taboo, but they take extreme care to avoid detection. | This edict is strictly observed, and woe to the noble who violates it - his own house may disown him. In a sector where house relations are so delicate, no one can afford to have government disrupted by blood feuds and house wars. Of course, there are those who break the taboo, but they take extreme care to avoid detection. | ||
Oscion is the political center of the sector all year around, but for the four summer months of | Oscion is the political center of the sector all year around, but for the four summer months of capitol season, it becomes the social epicenter as well. During these months, the entire planet becomes little more than a playground for the Par'tha nobility - who descend on its many palaces, resorts, fine restaurants, balls, and casinos. Of course, those with more have more to lose, and there are dangers which lie in wait behind the glittering façade for the unwary or careless noble. | ||
Non-nobles visiting Oscion during | Non-nobles visiting Oscion during capitol season will find it difficult to obtain rooms in good hotels, reservations in the better restaurants, and so on. Nobles get the first of everything in the [[Par'tha Expanse]], but especially during capitol season when the planet's luxury resources are stretched to the limit. | ||
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The [[Par'tha Expanse Great Council|Great Council]] is located on [[Lastelle Island]], one of the larger islands in the southern hemisphere. Nearly the entire island is dedicated to the Council, the Senate, and various committees. Lastelle is a beautiful city built in the ancient [[Caraadian]] style of domed towers and temples. The island is networked with canals, which serve as an inefficient but elegant method of getting around. | The [[Par'tha Expanse Great Council|Great Council]] is located on [[Lastelle Island]], one of the larger islands in the southern hemisphere. Nearly the entire island is dedicated to the Council, the Senate, and various committees. Lastelle is a beautiful city built in the ancient [[Caraadian]] style of domed towers and temples. The island is networked with canals, which serve as an inefficient but elegant method of getting around. | ||
The [[Jirissa Gardens]] on Malak Island are owned by [[House Rettaan]], and is very popular during | The [[Jirissa Gardens]] on Malak Island are owned by [[House Rettaan]], and is very popular during capitol season. | ||
There is good hunting and fishing to be had on Valda during the summer, if the festivities of | There is good hunting and fishing to be had on Valda during the summer, if the festivities of capitol season begin to become tiresome. Privacy is a much-valued commodity on Valda. Groups happening upon one another are expected to steer well clear unless there is some evidence of distress on the part of one party. Those ignoring this custom will likely be coldly invited to move on, though there is always the risk of being shot at by spooked bodyguards, especially if there is someone particularly important in the other party. | ||
[[Category:Expanse Sector Planets]] | [[Category:Expanse Sector Planets]] | ||