L I B E R T Y
H A S E R I A
For centuries, Haseria knew quiet.
While the Galaxy was consumed by conflict after conflict, the distant world could barely hear the war cries. While nations burned against one another, the far-flung planet could hardly see the flames. Distance was her ally - so much so that a population of Humans developed with minimal interaction with the outside. At times, their home would be absorbed into the borders of an entity, but the occupation would always be brief. Nations never seemed to last long in the modern era. However, in recent history, a relic from one of these occupations had begun to stir.
And the natives cried out.
Long ignored by the current generation was a spire in the midst of a valley. Wrought by arcane hands, it was once a dwelling place of Sith who ventured far to increase their power. But this Temple did not achieve its goal for long. The few stories passed down regarding this place spoke of a violent clash - of warriors radiating with the Light descending to extinguish the Dark. Their battle culminated with a vicious skirmish within the Temple walls...and then...silence. A hush befell the Spire and it never again showed signs of life. The natives were happy enough to leave the structure alone, allowing nature to spread its greenery about the ruin.
But now, only death surrounded the Spire.
Where once vegetation had grown between the stones, only yellow husks remained. Where once wild grasses and vibrant Flora bloomed, only decay remained. Even the river which curved about the Spire had been poisoned by its presence - now, the crystal clear water had been sullied black. The corruption was spreading at an alarming pace. With each passing week, the decay of the land grew further, stretching now for miles. With each passing hour, more water supplies were being tainted and the people were growing ill. The young and meek among them were at risk for an early grave. Something had to be done, lest the population be condemned to oblivion.
And that something came in the form of the Confederacy. Scouts made contact with the troubled peoples and a hasty accord was reached. As with all other occupations, the natives of Haseria would accept the Confederate presence on the world. They would even collaborate and do whatever the nation asked...if they did something about this corruption. If they silenced the Spire that now threatened to consume them all. To this end, the Confederacy established a quarantine about the Spire and began to send in teams to investigate.
The ancient relic would know silence once more.
The Confederacy would not fail.
According to the scans of Probe Droids sent in advance of the day's excursion, a number of areas were present to investigate:
FOUNTAINS
The entryway of the Spire was once clearly intended to be a garden of sorts. Decayed plants now litter the space. Shattered fountains and broken benches of marble are strewn about. Skeletal remains tell a story of battle: Jedi and Sith clashed here, as evidenced by the iconic brown and black robes. Lightsabers and other such tools can be found among the dead.
ARCANIUM
From the Fountains, a flight of stairs is accessible. Charred bodies litter the steps, indicative of potential traps laid by the ancient Sith. Safely rising to the top of the stairs would reveal a place intended for learning. Rows of shelves now were toppled over, with yellowing scrolls and dusty tomes now littering the ground. A pair of blast doors reside to the rear of the space, marred by thick slashes that no lightsaber could create...as if something was attempting to claw its way out. Behind those doors, any Sensitive would feel an immense Darkness. Was it a Vault? Or was it something much, much worse?
THRONE
While most paths from the Fountains are blocked by debris, one is more clearable than the rest. Obstructed only by stones easily climbable by a for adult are a pair of shattered, wooden doors. Behind these massive structures lies a carpet of the deepest crimson, littered with even deceased. The path leads forward to a chilling scene: the bones of a Sith yet seated upon a gilded throne. Through his chest, a literal candlestick of wrought iron. At his feet, two halves of a Jedi - as evidenced by the brown garment that was cleaning divided between torso and legs. Clutched firm within the hand of the Sith Lord was a gem.
A bright and pulsing gem.
A gem which only pulsed brighter as the explorers draw near...
FOUNTAINS
The entryway of the Spire was once clearly intended to be a garden of sorts. Decayed plants now litter the space. Shattered fountains and broken benches of marble are strewn about. Skeletal remains tell a story of battle: Jedi and Sith clashed here, as evidenced by the iconic brown and black robes. Lightsabers and other such tools can be found among the dead.
ARCANIUM
From the Fountains, a flight of stairs is accessible. Charred bodies litter the steps, indicative of potential traps laid by the ancient Sith. Safely rising to the top of the stairs would reveal a place intended for learning. Rows of shelves now were toppled over, with yellowing scrolls and dusty tomes now littering the ground. A pair of blast doors reside to the rear of the space, marred by thick slashes that no lightsaber could create...as if something was attempting to claw its way out. Behind those doors, any Sensitive would feel an immense Darkness. Was it a Vault? Or was it something much, much worse?
THRONE
While most paths from the Fountains are blocked by debris, one is more clearable than the rest. Obstructed only by stones easily climbable by a for adult are a pair of shattered, wooden doors. Behind these massive structures lies a carpet of the deepest crimson, littered with even deceased. The path leads forward to a chilling scene: the bones of a Sith yet seated upon a gilded throne. Through his chest, a literal candlestick of wrought iron. At his feet, two halves of a Jedi - as evidenced by the brown garment that was cleaning divided between torso and legs. Clutched firm within the hand of the Sith Lord was a gem.
A bright and pulsing gem.
A gem which only pulsed brighter as the explorers draw near...
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