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The Amity Lifestyle
Getting around Amity Outpost
Amity Outpost is the Federation's floating city in the Delta Quadrant, a space station that includes a train system and terminals for visiting vessels. The primary method for people to get around the small city is via the "Corkscrew" Train System. As such (and unlike a starship) that means there are no turbolifts between the different sections of Amity - to go from one section to the other requires people use the train.
Within each section there are methods to get between floors (such as elevators, or turbolifts in the more Starfleet oriented sections such as Engineering). There are stairs between the Ground Level and Mezzanine Level of the Grand Mezzanine. There is also a luxurious glass elevator that leads up from the Mezzanine to the Spire.
Living on Amity
Crew, civilians, diplomats and guests all live or stay on the outpost in apartments or hotels. A Starfleet officer will typically live in an apartment in the Habitat Ring rather than cramped quarters that would be found on a starship!
The Spire
Eiffel Tower-like communications array, capped with three tall thin structures. Directly underneath the array is an observation deck and a restaurant called "The Lighthouse"
The Lighthouse Restaurant
Very upmarket, silver service. Situated next to the Observation Deck. The entire restaurant Including the observation deck) can be exclusively reserved by the Diplomatic Corp for official diplomatic functions.
Grand Mezzanine
The Grand Mezzanine is a lavish section located at the topmost part of the station under The Spire. It consists of a Mezzanine level and a Ground level.
The top half of Copernicus Center runs vertically through the middle of the Grand Mezzanine.
The Spire is visible through the transparent roof of the Grand Mezzanine.
Mezzanine Level
The Mezzanine level contains establishments against the outer wall of the station. The inner part of the "ring" contains a large walkway, and a rail that allows for viewing of the ground level below.
Two flights of steps leads from the Mezzanine level to the Ground level below.
Establishments:
- Three Stripes - Upmarket spirits and cocktails bar
- Custom fashion retailer using cutting edge holodeck and replicator tech
- Brew Continuum - First location in the Delta Quadrant (possibly one of several on Amity)
- Wet Goods Tavern & Karaoke Bar
- The Glommer and Beagle Pub - Smaller than Wet goods, it has a modern decor, to the point where it was almost plain and drab - save for the massive illustration of a Glommer on one the long walls, and a Beagle (with "Porthos" handwritten in small letters underneath) on the other. The bar area is situated in the center of the pub, with tables and chairs around the outside of the area. There are many stools that are lined up around the entire long bar.
- An "entertainment" leisure holodeck run by an Orion (who is officially above board but questionable)
- Art gallery
- Antiquities store
- Medical center (Has two auxiliary sickbays attached for emergencies)
- Federation Diplomatic Corps/embassy office
- Federation History Museum
- Three exhibits: Early Galactic History, First Contacts & The Federation's Founding, and Recent History
- Lorqui’s Shop
- Show Rhihv - A novelty clothing store run by a Romulan refugee named Zerod. The name of the shop is Romulan for "warm subject (Hot Topic)." Another outlet exists on Starbase 224.
- Neelix's - a restaurant that is a recreation of the USS Voyager's mess hall. A Talaxian impersonator takes on the role of Neelix, Voyager's Chief Morale Officer, chef de cuisine, and legendary guide to the Delta Quadrant. The restaurant serves fast-casual fare and offers both seated service and counter service for some grab and go items.
Ground Level
- Provides access to Terminals A, B, and C.
- Entrance to Copernicus Center, Level 7 Reception/Foyer.
- Janaran Fountain: Oval shaped fountain located near Copernicus Center upper entrance, named after Betazed’s Janaran Falls in honour of Amity’s first Ambassador Rivi Vataix.
- "Mezzanine" train stop.
- Glass elevator that leads up to The Spire observatory and Lighthouse restaurant.
Copernicus Center
The Copernicus Center is essentially a "skyscraper" located within the outpost that has retained its original name as a tribute to the station's previous life. The structure rises from the bottom of the shuttle bay, up into the Grand Mezzanine all the way to the top of the station, where it meets with the base of the Spire. At 66 meters (216 feet) in height, it has 15 floors. Ambassador Rivi Vataix’s office is located on the 15th floor. Starfleet Ops is located on 1st Floor.
The Lower Levels (Levels 1 to 6) are the home and nerve center of Starfleet. Designed more with function than form in mind, the dedicated functional sections (such as Ops, Astrometrics and the Situation Room) may have an occupant almost swear they were on a starship save for the views that overlook Amity’s vast circular shuttlebay. Some levels however are a cross between a starship and an office - Starfleet interiors without the bulkheads.
The Upper Levels (Levels 7 to 15) are the home of the Federation Diplomatic Corps on Amity Outpost. This section of Copernicus that rises above and looks out onto the Grand Mezzanine are lush and modern furbished areas designed with form and function in mind, to host diplomatic personnel, support diplomatic functions and host and impress visiting dignitaries and delegations. Attractive offices (especially the The Chief of Mission’s Office), inviting open plan work areas, and meeting and conference rooms adorn the top part of the building that is outclassed only by the luxurious Grand Mezzanine itself. [1]
Federation Diplomatic Corps personnel have access to all Starfleet levels, and vice-versa.
Levels
- Level 15 (Top)
- Chief of Mission's Office (Ambassador Rivi Vataix's office). Overlooks the mezzanine.
- Level 14:
- Diplomatic staff work area (open floor plan), internal meeting rooms (A and B)
- Level 13:
- Conference Rooms
- Level 12:
- Embassy Row (upper)
- Level 11:
- Level 10:
- Level 9:
- Level 8:
- Level 7 (Mezzanine Ground Level):
- Reception area and Foyer, accessible from Ground Level of Grand Mezzanine.
- Elevators to all 15 floors
- Level 6:
- Situation Room
- Level 5:
- Holodeck 1 (Copernicus)
- Holodeck 2 (Copernicus)
- Level 4:
- Astrometrics
- Level 3:
- XO's Office (Wil Ukinix's office)
- The area outside the XO’s office is home to several sit/stand desks, each with their own LCARs console complete small holographic output. Perfect for analysts, officers, and administrative personnel alike [1].
- Level 2:
- Situation Room
- Briefing Room
- Level 1 (Bottom Floor):
- Starfleet Ops
Starfleet Operations Center ("Ops")
Ops is located on Level One of Copernicus Center (this is the equivalent of the bridge on a starship).
A large main viewscreen is located in Ops, similar to that of a Starship.
Ops has easy access to the shuttle bay, and has windows looking outside to the shuttlebay.
Upper Terminals
The Terminals are primarily used for the transit of passengers and freight, but do contain some smaller eating venues and food outlets. Each of the three terminals are nicknamed "A Town", "B Town", and "C Town" respectively.
Terminal A - Passenger and Transport Terminal
- Transporter Center 1
- Ten access gates A1 - A10
- The USS Independence-B is usually berthed on top of the terminal. Access is via Gate A1. Access to the gate is via a flight of stairs, or use of the elevator, to reach the platform.
- A7 is VIP gate.
- Train stop
- Circles of Delight: Tiny vendor outlet that sells donuts named “Circles of Delight”, a lit up coloured booth that contains a single attendant in a tacky uniform.[2]
Terminal B - Ship Construction and Repair Terminal
- Civilian ship engineering section
- Starfleet ship engineering section (restricted area)
- Transporter Center 2
- Train stop
Terminal C - Freight and Logistics Terminal
- Transporter Center 3
- Train stop
- Edna's Chat n’ Chew: "Greasy spoon" diner located in the Terminal; A lot of the freight haulers eat there. Not much to look at, but food’s for eating. Good waffles.[3]
Shuttlebay
Contains all Starfleet auxiliary craft, excluding the Independence-B which is located on Terminal-A.
3x shuttlebay entrances, situated under the Grand Mezzanine section. Exclusively Starfleet area, civilians need clearance to enter.
Each bay entrance is about the width of a Galaxy or Sovereign class main shuttlebay.
The three docking bays lead into one circular "donut" shaped docking bay, the space inside is all connected. The lower half of Copernicus Center (including Starfleet Ops on the bottom floor) is located at the centre of the shuttlebay.
The shuttlebay is divided into three connected sections - Alpha, Bravo and Delta.
Supplies can be stored for ships operations, and repairs can be conducted if a ship is so badly damaged that repairs on the outside of the Outpost could be slower than made in a pressurized atmosphere.
The shuttlebay is 575 meters (1886 ft) in diameter.
Habitat Ring
The Habitat Ring contains apartments and different named districts. Each district contains a different theme, and can contain different environmental conditions. Most districts are named after significant places in the Federation, with the exception of Paxau which is named after a region on Talax.
The artificial light was starting to fade, simulating sunset (albeit at different rates within each district, to best mimic what the sunlight would actually be like in a district’s location on its home world).[4]
Each districts has artificial light, and mimics what the sunlight would actually be like in a district’s location on its home world at a given time.
The ring is 392 metres in diameter, and stands at 49 metres in height.
Palais-Bourbon, Beijing, Marakech and San Francisco Bay districts are serviced by the "Archer" train stop. Laibok, ShiKahr, Rixx and Paxau districts are serviced by the "Sarek" train stop.
Palais-Bourbon District
French themed. Named after the 7th quarter (“arrondissement”) of Paris
- Wil Ukinix apartment - Apartment 12-56, 12th floor Warehouse style apartment, half level sleeping area that overlooks lounge area. Has balcony that overlooks district.[5]
- Small Pâtisserie located in centre of district
- Cobble stoned lanes
Beijing District
- Chief of Mission Accommodations: Rivi Vataix and her family (her husband Tidrid Vataix, son Istrol Vataix, and cousin under her care, Ayeden Blake)
- McLaren's Apartment
Marrakech District
- Iko And Paarus apartment
San Francisco Bay District
Named after location of Starfleet HQ and Academy
- Reade and Kivik apartment
- Wong's Apartment
- Carters' Apartment
- Tolivers' Apartment
Laibok District
Named after where Parliament is located on Andoria, a founding member of the United Federation of Planets.
- Kiyaini's apartment
ShiKahr District
Named after the major city and birthplace of Ambassador Spock major on Vulcan, a founding member of the United Federation of Planets. District with higher temperature and gravity.
- Ceciri's Apartment
Rixx District
Named after Betazed's Capital. Inspired by the Betazed's Lush terrain, it is the most green and natural of all the districts in the habitat ring. [4]
- Keehani Ukinix Apartment
- Nathan Richards Apartment
Paxau District
Named after region on Talax.
- Talaxi Palms Hotel, with Main reception for check in
- Contains a pool area
- Half Olympic size pool with lanes (25 meters in length, four lanes)
- Resort style pool, with large jacuzzi
- Children’s shallow pool
- Gymnasium
Merchant District
This small area acts as a "sub-district" within Paxau, and is located located on the outer edge of the greater district. It contains a small amount of vendors that could not get a retail space on the Grand Mezzanine, chiefly because their wares are considered "alternative".[6]
After an initial security incident in the district involving Ikaia Wong and Jaxon Fargo[7], security arrangements were doubled, making the Merchant District safe. It is routinely patrolled by Starfleet security, their appearance acting as a deterrent to any potential crimes being committed.
Hotels and shops:
- Flight Inn: A basic hotel with small, deliberately simple hotel rooms for people that simply want a place to sleep. Fake grass leads out of the hotel. It has a non-descript and drab gray foyer. There is a small park bench located at the edge of the grass. Its opening was delayed due to it being under construction for far longer originally planned.
- "Backspace" Fortune Teller: Operated by a Ferengi woman named Ninzo. It is dark and dingy, and smells of some sort of pungent incense[8]. The shop is adorned with an array of dark coloured rugs on the walls, ceiling and floor. At the back corner of the shop is a small flight of stairs, that leads up to a disused storage room that has been converted into a very basic apartment for Crewman Annamae Barberra[9].
- Junk Dealer
- Massage Therapist
- Kim’s Natural Remedies
- Betazoid Bob’s Yacht Emporium: Luxury Starship vendor. His advertising includes a jingle that claims that Betazoid Bob is "the best around" and sells "the best yachts in town".
- The Tusk: Tellarite Tattoo Parlor. Run by Ginnin T'Nik, a somewhat abrasive Tellarite male. Touted as the 'Best Tattoos in the Delta Quadrant'.
Peace Park
The park itself is a botanic garden cared for by the outpost's botanists and gardeners and is populated by small organic offerings from across the Federation. Small openings throughout the garden host holographic panels programmed to display religious or cultural symbolism. The objective of Peace Park is to provide a refuge of peace and serenity for all. It may be of service to many beings. It also serves as a venue for teaching.
The park is divided into several "Micro-climates" to cater for different types of flora from different regions (equivalent of multiple botanical gardens). Each "Micro-Climate" is contained by a transparent, photonic barrier that are projected and maintained by Holo-emitters mounted in the park's outer ring. Each habitat also contains several, hidden Bio-Filter to to help control the spread and cross contamination of each Climates Flora.
- One section of peace park contains Washington DC cherry blossom trees (which were originally gifted to Washington DC from Japan centuries earlier) that winds along the path[10]
- Area dedicated to interfaith and multi-cultural harmony, featuring many symbols from different faiths, cultures, and communities.
- In the park there is a small section of trees from the upper Midwest of North America, including Red Cedar trees.[11]
- Section that contains a collection of blue gum eucalyptus trees. Includes a barbeque area with fire-safe, stainless steel electric powered barbeque.[10]
- The (Cherry Blossoms name TBD) section contains a Community Services Building. The building contains an exercise annex.[12]
- Section dedicated to Betazed. Contains flowering muktok plants[13].
Situated in section directly under the habitat ring. Approximately 205 meters (672.5 Feet) diameter at the base, and 220 meters (721.75 feet) at the roof. 32 meters (105 feet) in height.
Security & Medical Section
Security
- Brig
Medical Center
- Full hospital
- Counseling care center: Staff and junior counselors.
- The Antaak Wing: The Emergency wing of the medical center
Main Engineering
- Level 8:
- Secondary computer core (upper)
- Level 7:
- Secondary computer core (mid)
- Level 6:
- Secondary computer core (lower)
- Level 5:
- Main computer core (upper)
- Level 4:
- Main computer core (mid)
- Level 3:
- Main computer core (lower)
- Level 2:
- Main Engineering (upper)
- Level 1:
- Main Engineering (lower)
27 metres in height, 200 metres in diameter
Main engineering area for station (not ship construction/maintenance - that’s Terminal B)
Mining Exploration, Engineering and Operations (MEEO)
Dedicated mining section that houses civilian organizations that mine the Solar nebula and surrounding larger nebula. Located in the middle of the lower terminals D, E and F. Currently it is home to many mining companies, but the biggest one being the Benamite Crystal Mining Operations tea, which is currently led by Evelyn McLaren.
Lower Terminals
Terminals D, E, F - dedicated for use by Mining Exploration, Engineering, and Operations (MEEO).
Vast majority Civilian personnel
Science and Research Section (aka "The Basement")
Colloquially known as "The Basement” due to its location at the tip of Amity’s ventral tower[14].
Amity's Science and Research Section includes a number of labs which have been modified from their original purpose (Borg research) to suit other fields. As such, lab spaces remain somewhat flexible and modular.
Two elevators in a circular shaft run through the middle of the entire section, allowing access to each floor.
81 meters in height. 108 meters diameter at the base, 128 meters at the top. 24 levels.
- Level 19
- Starfleet Labs
- Meeting Room A
- Meeting Room B
- Level 18
- Level 17
- Level 16
- Stellar Cartography (lower level - access is via Level 17)
- Level 15
- Level 14
- Level 13
- Level 12
- Level 11
- Holodecks (upper level)
- Level 10
- Holodecks (lower level)
- Level 9
- Train Station[15]
- Main Entrance
- Elevator Foyer, elevators to rest of levels
- Level 8
- Level 7
- Level 6
- Level 5
- Level 4
- Level 3
- Medical Sciences Lab
- Level 2
- Level 1
"Corkscrew" Train System
Amity is serviced by an automated train system that travels from section to section by traversing the perimeter of the outpost (inside the hull). It is nicknamed "The Corkscrew". It runs two train services: Upper Terminals Service ("Purple Line") and Amity Service ("Blue Line"). The sleek trains have either a purple or blue line that run along the full length of them to indicate which service they are for.[16]. There are two sets of tracks which allows trains to travel in both directions.
Each section of the Outpost has a train stop. Holographic sign(s) above each station show either a blue number under the words “Amity Line”, or a purple number under the words “Upper Terminals Line” to indicate how many minutes away each train is from arriving [10].
List of Train Stops
- Mezzanine: Located on the Ground Level of the Grand Mezzanine.
- Archer: Located in the "northern" part of the Habitat Ring. Services the Palais-Bourbon, San Francisco Bay, Beijing, and Marrakech districts. The stop is named after Jonathon Archer, former Federation Ambassador to Andoria.
- Sarek (Habitat Ring): Located in the "southern" part of the Habitat Ring. Services ShiKhar, Laibok, Rixx and Paxau districts. The stop is named after Ambassador Sarek, the former Vulcan ambassador to Earth.
- Peace Park
- Security & Medical
- Main Engineering
- MEEO
- Terminal D
- Terminal E
- Terminal F
- Science and Research: Station is located on Level 9 of the Science and Research section[15]
Services
There are two train services to allow people to get around Amity.
- Purple line (Upper Terminals Service): Service that is dedicated to people in transit to/from Amity Outpost. It ferries people from the Upper Terminals to the Grand Mezzanine and the Habitat Ring. It stops at:
- Mezzanine
- Terminal A
- Terminal B
- Terminal C
- Archer
- Sarek
- Blue Line (Amity Service): Service that is designed to allow Outpost inhabitants and visitors to reach all areas of Amity (excluding upper terminals). It stops at:
- Mezzanine
- Archer
- Sarek
- Peace Park
- Security & Medical
- Main Engineering
- MEEO
- Terminal D
- Terminal E
- Terminal F
- Science and Research
Gallery
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Emissary in Leather", Crewman Annamae Barberra, Amity Outpost, SD 239905.07
- ↑ "Circles of Delight", First Secretary Keehani Ukinix, Amity Outpost, SD 239901.04
- ↑ "Business Talk", Arthur Summerside, Amity Outpost, SD 239901.08
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Venus", Lt Cmdr Wil Ukinix, Amity Outpost, SD 239905.16
- ↑ "Ça Plane Pour Moi", Lt Cmdr Wil Ukinix, Amity Outpost, SD 239812.13
- ↑ "Just a Little Off Beat", Lieutenant Ikaia Wong, Amity Outpost, SD 239902.10
- ↑ "Crouching Klingon, Hidden Hawaiian", Lieutenant Ikaia Wong, Amity Outpost, SD 239810.17
- ↑ "Pepperoni", Crewman Annamae Barberra, Amity Outpost, SD 239905.17,
- ↑ "A "Interesting" Proposition", Ninzo, Amity Outpost, SD 239905.26
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 "Last Train To Trancentral", Lt Cmdr Wil Ukinix, Amity Outpost, SD239904.24
- ↑ "Good Ole' Yogi", Ensign Nathan Richards, Amity Outpost, SD 239905.19
- ↑ "Have at you!", Lt. Ceciri Ariadust, Amity Outpost, SD239912.17
- ↑ "Betazed Flowers (Part 1)", Ambassador Rivi Vataix/First Secretary Keehani Ukinix/Tani Lekasa, Amity Outpost, SD239906.07.
- ↑ "Food For thought", Ensign Kivik, Amity Outpost, SD 239810.29
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 'Startling Explorations', Ensign Paarus Zalbac, Amity Outpost, SD239812.30
- ↑ "CO to CO train ride", Ambassador Rivi Vataix, Amity Outpost, SD239810.11