Dictionary (Star Ocean 3)/Places

The following is a list of all dictionary entries about political bodies and places in Star Ocean: Till the End of Time.

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4D Space (Universe)

See Fourth-Dimensional Space.

A

Aire Hills (Place Name)

Both Airyglyph and Aquaria claim sovereignty over this hilly region, which lies between Kirlsa and Arias. Each country wants this vast land for different reasons—the Kingdom of Airyglyph for growing crops, since it never freezes, and the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria for the wealth of resources hidden underneath its soil.

Airyglyph (City)

The capital city of the military superpower of Airyglyph. Airyglyph's land is surrounded by 2,000 meter-high mountains. Due to its high elevation, natural resources such as grain and animals are extremely difficult to come by.

In the past, its finances were covered by large-scale resource mining, the domestication of livestock, and other means, but there have been reports that Airyglyph's mines are nearing depletion.

Airyglyph Aqueducts (Place Name)

A system of gigantic ice caves that sprawl throughout underground Airyglyph. The Airyglyph Aqueducts are so vast that neither the spies from the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria, who use them like a highway, nor the inhabitants of the Kingdom of Airyglyph, who live immediately above them, are aware of their true size.

Airyglyph Castle (Facility)

The royal palace of the military superpower of Airyglyph. Airyglyph Castle was carved out of a mountainside, and resembles a fort more than a traditional castle. It is said, however, that the castle was not built in this unusual fashion for defensive purposes, but rather because there was not enough flat land to build on.

Airyglyph, Military Superpower (Country)

See the Kingdom of Airyglyph.

Aldian Empire (Nation State)

A gigantic military empire that controls a total of seven sectors, centered on the Nu, Xi, Omicron, and Psi sectors, it is the only force equal in power to the Pangalactic Federation. First contact occurred in SD 710.

The Aldian Empire attempts to colonize surrounding star systems by force, and is therefore incompatible with the multiple state philosophy of the Pangalactic Federation. This is why the two forces have been in a state of constant warfare since first contact, over sixty years ago. The state of the Aldian Empire's home world and the total number of Aldians are unknown at this time.

Aldian Empire (Part 2) (Nation State)

The Aldians were wiped out when an Executioner attack destroyed their home world, and the planets that had been under their control gained independence.

However, none of the former subjects of the Aldian Empire have the power to stand up to the Executioners, with their empire-smashing strength, and the Executioners are currently massacring the empire's ex-subjects far and wide.

Alpha Sector (Sector)

The sector of the Milky Way galaxy that lies along a straight line that passes from the origin points in the galactic and universal spatial coordinate systems, and is used as a standard of reference for delineating all sectors.

Ancient Kingdom of Aquor (Country)

See the Kingdom of Aquor.

Ancient Ruins of Mosel (Facility)

Mysterious, old ruins located in the Mosel Dunes. According to the scriptures of the Church of Apris, the sun god Apris and three moon goddesses flew off into the sky from these ruins. The scriptures also state that the eight children of these gods, who are also gods in their own right, gather together here.

According to those living in the Sanmite Republic, these ruins mark the beginning and end of all.

In other words, they believe that this is the place where all gods appear on this world, and the place from which all gods leave this world.

Aquatic Garden, Surferio (Facility)

A great ruin found underground between Surferio and Irisa Fields.

It was seemingly built in the early years of the Ancient Kingdom of Aquor, which makes it not as ancient as most people would think. It still stands, with no hope of repair, after being destroyed in the war between Aquor and Greeton.

Aquios (City)

A major city located in the center of the northern region of the continent of Gaitt, Aquios is not only the capital of the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria, but also a holy site of the Church of Apris.

Despite the dazzling beauty of the clear blue lake that surrounds this city, the runological force gathered there is greater than anywhere else on the continent of Gaitt.

Arakh (Planet)

Called Frozen Arakh, as its surface is covered with nitrogen ice, it is the seventh planet of the Estoch System, which is located near Federation Station #17.

Arakh's axial tilt is 87.6', it is 7.6 AUs from its parent star, and its surface gravity is 1.4 G.

The thin atmosphere of this nearly uninhabitable planet is mostly comprised of helium gas.

In spite of the harsh environment, a mining station has been established on Arakh since mass quantities of precious metals can be excavated from beneath the thick ice.

Arias (City)

A town in the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria that les closest to the neighboring Kingdom of Airyglyph.

It has managed to withstand several fierce attacks by the Airyglyph military in the past, thanks to its garrison, which is skillfully led by Clair Lasbard, and its runological corps. However, many of the town's runologist defenders have been injured in the repeated battles, and it is rumored within the Kingdom of Aquaria that the fall of this town is imminent.

Arkives (City)

A city in 4D space--one of the satellite cities where many of the inhabitants of the 4D universe live. Spacetime Station ties all of the major cities together.

The inhabitants of the Eternal Sphere find the psychological makeup of the 4D beings that live in this peculiar city to be curious creatures--they make sense in some ways, but not in others.

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Barr Caves (Place Name)

Innumerous caves that are scattered about the Mountains of Barr.

Only one of these mountain caves is the legendary Dragon Road, which leads to the Urssa Lava Caves.

Bequerel Mine (Place Name)

One of the Kingdom of Airyglyph's mines.

In the time of the first king, this mine mass-produced enough copper to support the kingdom's finances, but excessive mining over a long period has depleted all the copper ore except for remnants very deep in the mine.

To make matters worse, fifteen years ago, many flying dragons made this mine their home, preventing all but the most foolhardy from ever visiting the place.

Bequerel Mountain Path (Place Name)

A mountain path between the Kirlsa Caverns and the village of Arias that is also a second road connecting Airyglyph and Aquaria.

However, since this path between the kingdoms is much more roundabout than the usual roads, as well as precipitous, this route is hardly used.

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Castle Aquaria (Facility)

The castle where the queen of the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria dwells, a holy site for the Church of Apris, and the most advanced runology laboratory on the planet. Many religious people and scholars flock to this castle to research its rich history and traditions.

Continent of Gaitt (Place Name)

A continent in the southern hemisphere of Elicoor II, Gaitt is divided into three regions. The mountainous southern region is ruled by the military superpower of Airyglyph, the plains in the northeast are ruled by the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria, and the hilly region to the northwest is ruled by the Sanmite Republic.

Continent of Greeton (Place Name)

A huge continent located to the east of the continent of Gaitt, Greeton alone accounts for 40% of the entire land surface area of Elicoor II.

However, there are only two landmasses on Elicoor II that are large enough to be called continents—Gaitt and Greeton. Elicoor II's northern hemisphere has a number of island chains, but no continents.

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Daemonium (Universe)

This well-known parallel universe is the home of demons and other entities that are fundamentally different from the inhabitants of this universe.

Unlike this universe, where souls reside in matter, in the Daemonium, spirits are able to act by taking physical form.

Dragon Road (Nickname)

The only road that leads to the Urssa Lava Caves, which are located in the northernmost region of Airyglyph. There is a legend that Airyglyph I, the first king of the Kingdom of Airyglyph, climbed this road in order to negotiate with the air dragons. This was done to enlist their aid against evil demons.

Duggus Forest (Nickname)

A forest located in the middle of the Sanmite Steppe in which many medicinal herbs and flowers grow.

Recently, a band of thieves that calls itself the Moonshadow Clan has been using this forest as a base of operations, while growing in strength.

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Earth (Planet)

The third planet of the Sol System.

Do you need to know any more than that?

Edifice (Planet)

The presence of two races has been confirmed on this underdeveloped planet. One is a marine race known as the Edifians, and the other is a race of Humans that is very similar to the Earthling race.

Since Edifice is an underdeveloped planet, there have not been any detailed investigations, but the existence of an advanced ancient civilization has been conjectured due to the so-called "Gift" they left behind as a legacy.

Elicoor (Planet)

The primary of the Elicoor system has an effective temperature of 5,290 K, a radius of 5.920 x 10(8squared)m, and an absolute visual magnitude of 5.74.

According to the mythology of the natives of Elicoor II, this star is an incarnation of Apris, the Sun God.

Elicoor II (Planet)

Other than the fact that most of its atmosphere is composed of neon and other noble gases, the second planet in the Elicoor system has an atmospheric composition that is similar to that of Earth.

Elicoor II has an axial tilt of 32.6', is 0.8 AUs from its parent star, and has a surface gravity of 0.9 G. The planet's technology level is estimated to be equivalent to 17th century Earth.

Although this planet is registered in the Galactic Atlas as an underdeveloped planet, since its people are constantly at war, no data is available for the total population of sentient life forms.

Emergency Shelter (Facility)

See Evacuation Facility.

Estoch System (Planetary System)

Located in Sector Lambda, the Estoch System includes seven planets and countless asteroids in orbit around the primary.

This system began developing at a sudden and dramatic pace when a vein of dielectric bauxite—a component of superconducting aluminum—was found on the outermost of the seven planets.

However, since it is located in a border zone close to the Aldian Empire, and because the dielectric bauxite has already been tapped out by the large numbers of miners working in this system, it is now almost entirely deserted.

Eta Sector (Sector)

The sector of the Milky Way galaxy that includes Tetragenesis and Remote Stations #3 and #4.

Evacuation Facility (Facility)

In an emergency, any of the transporters located throughout Iruba can be used to go to the Evacuation Facility. (To evacuate...duh.)

Although there are several emergency evacuation facilities of this nature located in civilized cities around the Pangalactic Federation, this is the first time such a system was ever used on Hyda IV or anywhere in the Hyda system.

Expel (Planet)

A planet located in the Arkula System of Sector Theta that has an atmospheric composition and surface gravity approximately identical to those of Earth.

This naturally beautiful world is currently enjoying a period of stability, but at one point in its past the high density of Energy Stones distributed throughout its atmosphere polluted the entire planet.

This mysterious pollution, which began in 366 SD, continued for several years, and affected the psyches of many of the planet's wild animals, causing them to ferociously attack the native Expelians.

However, in 371 SD, Dr. Neuyman succeeded in developing his Neuyman Purifier, a device that was able to remove this pollution.

This cleaner worked wonderfully, removing most of the pollution by the very next year, and thereby eliminating almost all of the negative influence of the Energy Stones. Recognizing the value of this technology, Expel was invited to join the Pangalactic Federation at the end of the same year.

Because Expel is one of the few planets that generate Energy Stones—a necessity in the creation of Quadratic Keys—the planet is an extremely influential voice within the Pangalactic Federation. The current Prime Minister of Expel is Ms. Eleanor T. Kross (age 36).

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Federation Station #5 (Facility)

See Moonbase.

Federation Station #8 (Facility)

A Pangalactic Federation space station located in the Alpha Sector.

Since there were few powerful hostile forces in the surrounding sectors, this base was accustomed to peace and is thought not to have been combat ready.

Although it may be true that no one could have successfully defended the base against the attack by the Executioners, there is no doubt that the base's commander, Lieutenant General Vaughn, was responsible for the unexpectedly rapid defeat of the base.

Federation Station #9 (Facility)

A Pangalactic Federation Base located in the Alpha Sector. It was the first military base attacked and destroyed by the Executioners.

Federation Station #16 (Facility)

A station that suffered serious damage when attacked during the invasion by the Aldian Empire at the time Federation Station #17 was destroyed. This base was reclaimed from the hands of the Aldian Empire by Commodore Wittcomb, hero of the Pangalactic military.

Federation Station #17 (Facility)

A Pangalactic Federation base that used to orbit the planet Rahva III.

As the closest military base to the territory of the Aldian Empire, it suffered endless and devastating attacks by the Aldian forces.

Seven years ago, in 765 SD, it was brutally attacked by a fleet of the Aldian Empire. Damage sustained in the attack caused the Creation Engine inside the base to malfunction, completely annihilating it.

Federation Station #17 (Part 2) (Facility)

A Pangalactic Federation base where Maria lived as a young child.

Seven years ago, this facility was vaporized by a Creation Engine that malfunctioned during a vicious attack by the Aldian Empire.

A swarm of asteroids routed from deep space smashed into this base.

The small number of ships comprising the base's defense fleet were unable to alter the course of so many chunks of ice.

Federation Station #18 (Facility)

A station that suffered serious damage when attacked during the invasion by the Aldian Empire at the time Federation Station #17 was destroyed. It was reclaimed from the Aldian Empire by General Reed (who was a lieutenant general at the time), a famous military leader of the Pangalactic Federation.

Federation Station #20 (Facility)

A Pangalactic Federation space station located in the Alpha Sector that had the unfortunate fate of having to take on responsibility for defending the entire region after the sudden annihilation of Federation Station #8, which was torn to shreds like so much paper.

Federation Station #31 (Facility)

A doomed station easily destroyed by the Executioners, along with Federation Station #9, Federation Station #36, and Federation Station #42.

Federation Station #36 (Facility)

A defeated station easily destroyed by the Executioners, along with Federation Station #9, Federation Station #31, and Federation Station #42.

Federation Station #42 (Facility)

A pitiful station easily destroyed by the Executioners, along with Federation Station #9, Federation Station #31, and Federation Station #36.

Firewall (World)

A powerful security zone created to protect the data of Luther Lansfeld, president of Sphere and lead developer of the Eternal Sphere.

This security zone includes powerful defensive barriers to prevent the entry of hackers and viruses backed by governments, so only the best programs can break through.

Fourth-Dimensional Space (Universe)

The universe where the 4D beings, who are thought to have created the universe of Fayt and friends, live.

No information is available on this universe.

According to the research of Dr. Leingod and his team of scientists, the relic on the planet Styx known as the Time Gate is actually an entrance to this 4D space.

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Gamma Sector (Sector)

The sector of the Milky Way galaxy that is home to the Vendeeni, the most scientifically advanced civilization in the galaxy. It is also home to a large number of neutral powers that use the Vendeeni as a shield.

Planets in this sector are able to maintain their independence because the area is far away from the Pangalactic Federation's center of government, no active anti-Federation power uses the area as a base of operations, and most of all, it is near the border of the Aldian Empire, the Pangalactic Federation's primary rival.

Gemity (City)

A city existing for the amusement of the non-working class that makes up the majority of the 4D universe's population.

It was developed and is operated by Sphere, the same company that developed the Eternal Sphere. Within Gemity, it is possible to fully experience the virtual universe of the Eternal Sphere as if you are there. In other words, it's just like an amusement park.

Granah Hills (Place Name)

A region noted for its deep gorges connecting Kirlsa with the Kirlsa Training Facility. It is the only part of the Kingdom of Airyglyph to grow crops.

In actuality, however, the areas flat enough to use for agriculture are no wider than a soldier's shield.

Gravitic Warp Space (Nickname)

Space that is surrounded by a gravitic warp field, and which is compressed much more than ordinary space. See gravitic warp field.

Greeton, Technological Superpower (Country)

See the Kingdom of Greeton.

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Hyda IV (Planet)

The fourth planet of the Kappa Sector's Hyda System, Hyda IV has an atmospheric composition that closely resembles that of Earth, other than a slightly higher level of argon.

It has an axial tilt of 34.6', orbits 1.4 AUs away from its sun, and has a surface gravity of 0.9 G.

Since the entire planet is blessed with natural beauty and a lack of dangerous organisms, it is extremely popular as a health resort.

The equatorial regions, where temperatures are mild and humidity is low, provide an excellent climate for mammalian races, especially humans.

The planet constantly plays hot to over one hundred thousand tourists.

Although it has no native sentient life forms, immigrants from other planets and resort employees have settled here, bringing the planet's total estimated population to approximately 120,000.

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Irisa Fields (Place Name)

A pleasantly breezy expanse of plains that lies between Peterny and Aquios.

Merchants, runologists, and devout followers of the Church of Apris pass through this region every day on the way to the holy land of Aquios.

Iruba (City)

The 14th Recreational Zone of Hyda IV, Iruba's huge, pristine beach and tropical forest park help to make it the most popular of Hyda IV's twenty-four recreational zones.

Iruba is popular with a wide range of visitors from all generations, including families, couples, and a large number of celebrities from various fields.

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Kaddan (Facility)

See Shrine of Kaddan.

Kappa Sector (Sector)

The sector of the Milky Way galaxy that includes both Hyda System and Remote Station #7. Approximately 40% of it is under the control of the Pangalactic Federation.

Kingdom of Airyglyph (Country)

A military nation ruling the mountainous southern regions of the continent of Gaitt, which is located in the southern hemisphere of the planet of Elicoor II.

Seeking to establish a unified rule over the entire continent, the prowess of its three armies strikes fear into the hearts of those living in neighboring lands. These three armies include a cavalry brigade (the Storm Brigade), heavy cavalry (the Black Brigade), and an air assault brigade (the Dragon Brigade).

Kingdom of Aquaria (Country)

A theocratic kingdom located on the continent of Gaitt, on the planet Elicoor II, the Kingdom of Aquaria refers to itself as a "Sacred Kingdom".

The Church of Apris, which has many followers throughout the continent, was born in this kingdom. Ever since the Torastic Religious War that occurred seven hundred years ago, an unbroken line of royalty dating back to the age of this kingdom's predecessor, the Sacred Kingdom of Aquor, has ruled the land.

Perhaps due to the recent incursions of the Kingdom of Airyglyph, the current ruler of this country, Aquaria XXVII, is allocating a tremendous amount of resources to research into runology.

Kingdom of Aquor (Country)

An ancient kingdom that ruled most of the continent of Gaitt over a period from 700 to 320 years ago.

Aquor—often seen as the predecessor of the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria—was eventually destroyed by an invasion from the Kingdom of Greeton.

Kingdom of Greeton (Country)

Located on the continent of Greeton on Elicoor II, Greeton is well known for its technological sophistication. Most of the population of Greeton is comprised of humanoids known as Rockfolk, and is rumored to possess a relatively high level of mechanical technology. However, details about Greeton are scarce as it closed itself off to outsiders centuries ago.

Kirlsa (City)

The town in the Kingdom of Airyglyph that lies closest to the border with the neighboring Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria.

The number of soldiers stationed here rose sharply after the war started, and its atmosphere is growing increasingly tense.

It is governed by Count Woltar and the Storm Brigade, which reports directly to him.

Kirlsa Caverns (Place Name)

A gigantic tunnel through a mountain range connecting Kirlsa and the Bequerel Mountain Path.

These artificial caverns were built over the course of ten years, in order to make it easier to access the Bequerel Mountain Path, which contains many veins of ore. Domesticated Hauler Beasts allow large shipments of materials to be transported through the caverns.

Kirlsa Hills (Place Name)

A barren, hilly region between Kirlsa and Arias that contains rich mineral deposits. Sovereignty over this region is a point of dispute between Airyglyph and Aquaria, and there is still no precise boundary between the two kingdoms in this area.

Kirlsa Training Facility (Facility)

An ancient, abandoned fort south of Kirlsa converted by the Airyglyph military into a garrison for the Black Brigade.

Hundreds of innocent men and women, especially believers of the Church of Apris living within the territory of Airyglyph, have been executed here in order to serve as an example.

Klaus III (Planet)

The third planet of the Klaus System, Klaus III has no seasons due to its axial tilt of 0.4', is 1.2 AUs away from its parent star, and has a gravity of 2.4 G.

Its atmosphere has only two-thirds of Earth's oxygen in terms of density. The oxygen is replaced by additional nitrogen.

It is thought that the severity of this environment—low oxygen density and heavy gravity--is responsible for giving the Klausians their incredible physical capabilities.

Klaus IV (Planet)

The fourth planet in Klaus System, Klaus IV has an atmospheric composition that is almost completely made up of carbon dioxide.

Klaus IV has an axial tilt of 11.2', is 1.8 AUs from its parent star, and has a gravity of 0.6 G.

Although it used to be sterile and devoid of any life forms, as the population of Klaus III increased, colonization proceeded, and now one fourth of all Klausians live in habitation domes constructed on this planet.

The atmospheric composition and gravity of the areas underneath the habitation domes are adjusted to resemble that of Klaus III, and therefore life is possible underneath the domes without any noticeable difference. The total number of Klausians living in the galaxy at present is estimated at around twelve billion.

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Lambda Sector (Sector)

The sector of the Milky Way galaxy that is the closest Pangalactic Federation controlled sector to the territory of the Aldian Empire.

Federation Station #17 was located here until it was destroyed in an attack by the Aldian Empire seven years ago.

Lesonia (Planet)

A planet located in the Gamma Sector.

Gravitational anomalies abound in the region surrounding Lesonia. It used to boast a huge sphere of influence thanks to the warp tunnels that used these anomalies for faster-than-light travel.

Unfortunately, this method of travel is one-way only, and only leads to specific destinations, so when warp technology was developed, the power of this planet dwindled rapidly.

(As of the present date of 772 SD, only a few useful two-way routes have been discovered.)

Lost City (City)

One of the seven major cities in 4D space.

The Lost City is actually only of moderate size, but its top-class system of authority allows it to easily concentrate its capabilities. This puts its city voice in various matters on par with the other major cities.

At present, it is concentrating its efforts in the information and entertainment fields.

Luna (Moon)

The moon of the third planet of the Sol System, Earth. In this day and age, when people speak of Luna, they are often referring to Moonbase, which was built in orbit around Luna.

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Maze of Tribulations (Facility)

A hellish maze that seems to have been designed by a mischievous god.

Milokeenia (Planet)

An uninhabited planet in the Theta Sector.

The former inhabitants of this planet had a well-developed civilization, and the ruins of a gigantic, dome-shaped structure can be found on the planet.

This dome is famous as the place where the amazing OPA known as Creation Energy was discovered. This event drastically changed the course of the Pangalactic Federation's history.

When the ruins remaining on this planet were examined and analyzed, it was discovered that the collapse of a ruin triggers the release of a tremendous amount of energy equivalent to magnitude 1 from inside. Therefore, it is generally believed that the civilization was destroyed by Creation Energy running amok as it was being researched.

Moonbase (Facility)

The widely used nickname of Federation Station #5, which was built in orbit around the moon Luna, in the Sol System.

Moonbase (Part 2) (Facility)

The space station containing the research lab where Fayt's parents, the Leingods, and Sophia's father, Dr. Esteed, used to work.

This place holds the key to the secrets hidden in the genes of Fayt and Maria.

Moonbase (Part 3) (Facility)

The space station containing the research lab where Fayt's parents, the Leingods, Sophia's father, Dr. Esteed, and Maria's foster mother, Dr. Traydor, developed the three powers aimed at fighting back against the 4D beings: Alteration, Destruction, and Connection.

This is why this base was directly attacked by the Proclaimers, who specialize in thorough destruction.

Moonlit Bridge (Facility)

A gigantic bridge connecting the city of Aquios with the Irisa Fields.

You'd think there would be a story behind the name of this bridge, but there really isn't.

Mosel Dunes (Place Name)

A parched desert region located in the eastern part of the Sanmite Republic in which a constant wind blows from the east.

Ordinarily, a tall and windy mountain range the likes of the Mosel Dunes will have an arid climate, but this is not always the case on the continent of Gaitt.

For instance, the water flowing around Surferio and Aquios never dries up for some unknown reason.

Mountain of the Gods (Place Name)

A mountain beyond Duggus Forest and one of the few remaining locations where Palmira's Flower can still be found within the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria.

The fact that Ameena and her friends can so easily travel there would seem to indicate that there is a back road to the peak known only to a few people.

The mountain itself is considerably distant from human habitations, so Nel cannot be blamed for not knowing of this back road.

Mountains of Barr (Place Name)

A gigantic mountain range located in the northern region of the Kingdom of Airyglyph.

These mountains lead to the legendary Dragon Road, which Airyglyph I is said to have climbed.

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Palmira Plains (Place Name)

Fertile plains between Arias and Peterny that are cut in half by a river that runs east to west.

Every several years, the river overflows and causes flooding but this process also has the effect of naturally replacing the soil, and thereby maintaining the richness of the land.

Pangalactic Federation (Government or Force)

Established by the third planet of the Sol System in 12 SD, the Pangalactic Federation was the first multi-planetary alliance-based government.

Originally known as the Terran Alliance when it was founded, as it grew, its named was changed to the Pangalactic Federation.

Currently, several hundred races of sentient life forms belong to this government.

Passage from Parch to Plenty (Place Name)

A passage leading to the Mosel Dunes region in western Surferio.

Only those who can breathe underwater or fly can travel to the hinterlands of the Republic of Sanmite without passing through this area.

Pesotto Forest (Place Name)

The forest region where Fayt crash-landed in his escape pod.

This is a very secluded region, even for the underdeveloped planet of Vanguard III, and there is little reason to visit it. Only a few local inhabitants ever do.

Peterny (City)

A city and commercial hub connecting the royal city Aquios of the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria with the three surrounding kingdoms.

Unlike Aquios, with its decidedly religious bent, this town is an advanced center of commerce, and acts almost as a second capital of the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria.

Peterny is the commercial heart of the whole continent of Gaitt.

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Remote Station #6 (Facility)

A Pangalactic Federation base located on the borderline between the Gamma and Lambda sectors that is home to eight battle-class ships (with the most powerful and honored ship of them all, the Aquaelie as the mothership), thirty-five combat explorers and research explorers, and twenty-five transport ships.

More ships are stationed here than in typical space stations in order to counter the hostile Aldian Empire. The current commander of this base is Commodore Wittcomb, the most famous hero of the Pangalactic Federation.

Remote Station #7 (Facility)

A Pangalactic Federation base orbiting Hyda III that patrols and protects approximately half of the Kappa Sector (including Hyda System itself), as well as part of the Iota Sector.

This base includes three battle-class ships, with the GFAS1144 Argyll acting as the mothership, ten combat explorers, and twelve research explorers/transport ships. This base's fleet is smaller because there are no powers in the region that are hostile to the Pangalactic Federation.

General Birmingham (male, age 54) is the current base commander.

Rezerb (Planet)

A planet located in the Zeta Sector that is not a member of the Pangalactic Federation.

Rezerb oppresses the people of surrounding planets through military force and has even been designated as a sponsor of terrorism by Pangalactic Federation. Sergeant Brooklund is the current Prime Minister of this planet.

Roak (Planet)

A planet in the Theta Sector which is relatively close to the Sol System.

The blood of the Felinefolk who live on this planet can be processed and used to manufacture a material that is able to absorb nearly 100% of all light wavelengths between 240 and 780 nm. This caused Roak to get pulled into a war between the Terran Alliance and Lesonia in the middle of the 4th century SD.

Estimates of the number of Felinefolk that were abducted from Roak and taken to Lesonia during this period vary from several hundred thousand to several million.

In 446 SD, Roak signed an alliance with Earth.

In 450 SD, Roak joined the Pangalactic Federation.

...Or so we are told.

Ruins of Barr (Place Name)

A complex of ruins located deep within the Mountains of Barr.

It is said that a very long time ago, humans and dragons used to live there together in harmony.

Ruins of Coffir (Facility)

Ancient, abandoned ruins located near the village of Whipple. The locals believe that these are the ruins of the tombs of aristocrats that used to rule this area in the distant past.

Runological Weapon Research Facility (Facility)

The Runological Weapon Research Facility of the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria is led by Dr. Elena Frahm and her protector Dion.

It is truly unfortunate that the war with the Kingdom of Airyglyph has added the word "Weapon" between "Runological" and "Research Facility".

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Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria (Country)

See the Kingdom of Aquaria.

Sanmite Republic (Country)

A nation located on the continent of Gaitt, on the planet Elicoor II, the Sanmite Republic was created by humanoids in order to resist the three surrounding nations.

The policies of this nation are decided through discussions among the representatives of all of its various tribes.

Sanmite Steppe (Place Name)

A semi-arid grass-covered plain between the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria and the Sanmite Republic, the Sanmite Steppe is surrounded by mountains that cause the altitude to vary dramatically within the region.

Around the time the Kingdom of Airyglyph invaded the Kingdom of Aquaria, armed bands of thieves began infesting the forested areas near this region.

Sealed Cavern (Place Name)

A secret, underground passageway connecting Castle Aquaria and the Shrine of Kaddan.

Very few people know of this passageway, even in the Kingdom of Aquaria.

Shrine of Kaddan (Facility)

A shrine located near Aquios, Kaddan is counted as one of the holy sites of the Church of Apris, and the structure on its top floor is said to be one of the most ancient pieces of architecture still remaining on the continent of Gaitt.

Since it is forbidden for anyone other than the unbroken line of Holy Mothers to enter the shrine, nobody knows who made the shrine, or their reasons for doing so.

One thing that is certain, however, is that powerful runology was used at the time of construction, and this has protected the shrine from major wind and rain damage over the millennia.

Sol System (Planetary System)

A planetary system centered on the primary Sol that comprises a countless number of planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and other astronomical bodies.

This system, which can be thought of as the center of the Pangalactic Federation, includes many huge cities, located on planets such as Earth and Mars, as well as on moons such as Luna, Phobos, Deimos, Io, and Titan.

Spacetime Station (Facility)

A place where inhabitants of 4D space utilize spatial conjuncture technology, which is the preferred mode of travel in this universe.

At first glance, the technology resembles the transporters used in the Milky Way, but in actuality, the two systems are completely different. Transporters simultaneously delete and create matter at two separate locations to mimic transportation, but within such a station, spatial conjunctions that lead to other locations are actually formed.

To prevent crime, however, use of this Spacetime Station is restricted by requiring governmental approval for each specific destination coordinate. The system does not allow anyone to freely travel anywhere they want.

Sphere 211 (Facility)

The headquarters of the gigantic company Sphere, which controls almost all of the Lost City.

Sphere 211 sports countless defense systems and private guard units, under the pretext of protection from terrorism.

Spiral Tower (Universe)

A special space where Luther's data is stored.

It is ordinarily protected by countless powerful defense programs, which have been arranged in such a way as to guard its precious data against attacks from other cities in 4D space.

At present, it is protected by additional programs as well. These additional programs have been set to operate at their fastest possible processing speeds, and as a result, the entire space itself is extremely unstable.

Styx (Planet)

A mysterious planet that has been declared a prohibited zone under Federation law, together with the region of space surrounding it for five light years in all directions. While the space surrounding this planet is outside the borders of the Pangalactic Federation, it is said that countless Federation battle-class ships are stationed in the area.

Despite the lack of information, rumors among the general population abound, including whispers that the planet is the entrance to the Daemonium, or that an ancient, extremely powerful civilization sleeps there in stasis--but these are mere guesses.

Styx (Part 2) (Planet)

A mysterious planet containing the remains of an extremely ancient civilization.

One of the ruins on this planet is a mysterious device known as the Time Gate.

Although it is thought that the Time Gate is a time machine, and that it enables travel through time, very few details are known about this device.

Surferio (City)

The former capital of the Ancient Kingdom of Aquor, a kingdom which pre-dates both the Sacred Kingdom of Aquaria and the military superpower of Airyglyph.

According to historical texts, in a war 300 years ago, Sirvia I, the future queen, released the power of the Sacred Orb to strike back against the Mechanized Corps of the technological superpower of Greeton. The Corps was occupying Surferio at the time and as a result, the city sank below the sea, along with the occupying forces.

At present, the city is located in territory belonging to the Sanmite Republic, and it is said that many humanoids who are suited to life underwater dwell there.

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Terran Alliance (Government or Force)

The first multi-planetary alliance government, established by the third planet of the Sol System in 12 SD.

This government currently goes by the name "Pangalactic Federation," but its activities and principles have changed little since the time of the Terran Alliance. At some time in the past, it was also known as the Earth Federation.

Tetragenesis (Planet and Group of Artificial Satellites)

The fourth planet of the primary star Genesis, located in the Eta Sector, Tetragenesis used to be the thriving home of many sentient life forms, but a series of solar flares have recently turned it into a dead world on which nothing can live.

Theta Sector (Sector)

The sector of the Milky Way galaxy that includes the Sol System and Arkula System.

Theta sector is the center of the Pangalactic Federation, physically, politically, and also historically. Many important Pangalactic Federation facilities are located within this sector, including Remote Stations #1 and #2.

Traum Mountains (Place Name)

The snowbound, mountainous region between the royal city of Airyglyph and the town of Kirlsa.

The jagged cliffs and mountain walls of this area make for a great deal of variation in altitude.

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Urssa Cave Temple (Facility)

Ruins found beneath the Urssa Lava Caves.

It is rumored that ones who enter here are never seen again.

But since no one has actually gone in yet...

Urssa Lava Caves (Place Name)

A complex of torrid caves in which air dragons congregate. The air dragons gain power as they age, and are under the leadership of Crosell, who is known as the Lord of Air Dragons.

It would be no exaggeration to say that every last soldier in the Kingdom of Airyglyph dreams of the day when they can sign a contract with one of the air dragons living in this cave complex.

The Dragon Brigade in the Kingdom of Airyglyph boasts a large number of knights who ride air dragons, but as of yet, only two people have succeeded in taming one of the air dragons living in the Urssa Lava Caves--King Airyglyph XIII and Duke Vox (the commander of the Dragon Brigade).

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Vanguard III (Planet)

The third planet of the Vanguard System, which has an atmospheric composition and surface gravity that are very close to those of Earth.

Vanguard III has an axial tilt of 35.0', is 1.2 AUs away from its parent star, and has a surface gravity of 0.72 G. It is registered in the Galactic Atlas as having a technological level equivalent to 16th century Earth, so it is considered to be an underdeveloped planet.

Its soil is russet colored due to the high percentage of hematite in the soil, and almost all of the population has settled in the forested regions that dot coasts and other areas.

The total population of sentient life forms is approximately 200 million.

Vendeen (Planet)

A single-planet nation located in the Vendeeni System. First contact was made in 710 SD.

Although the Vendeeni possess little power, the sophistication of their science exceeds that of the Pangalactic Federation and Aldian Empire. This has allowed the Vendeen to maintain its neutrality despite the delicate balance of power in the region.

The Vendeeni are not hostile to the Pangalactic Federation, but on the other hand, they are not particularly friendly either.

Vendeen (Part 2) (Planet)

For unknown reasons, the Vendeeni attacked Hyda IV with devastating force and kidnapped Professor Leingod--the most distinguished scientist of the Pangalactic Federation--and have now mobilized another attack force in order to secure the person of Fayt.

Although they are powerful enough to field an attack force, it is very odd that the Vendeeni, who are vastly inferior in overall military power, would perpetrate such a rash act.

Vendeen (Part 3) (Planet)

The Vendeeni, masters of space-time theory, have become aware of the fact that their universe was created by the inhabitants of 4D space.

Not only that, they have also come to understand that symbology possesses the ability to rewrite the language that describes the universe, thereby destroying the axioms the order of their world is based on.

The Vendeeni feared not the Pangalactic Federation, nor the Aldian Empire, but rather the 4D beings who created them.

If the 4D beings destroy civilizations that have gone too far, then the Vendeeni see no option than to stop the progress of civilization itself.

Unfortunately, the ignorant Pangalactic Federation have already gone past the point of no return.

Even worse, they have gone so far as to rebel against the 4D beings who created the universe.

If the Creator is selective when deciding who to destroy, then the Vendeeni reason that all they need to do is hide from the Creator's gaze.

The Vendeeni see this as difficult, but not impossible. However, if the Creator is angry at the entire universe, and if the destruction is to be indiscriminate, then this is a different story altogether.

The Vendeeni, who see their own path to salvation, view the research of Dr. Leingod as unforgivable, since it may result in the destruction of the entire galaxy.

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Whipple (City)

The village Fayt first arrived at after crash-landing on Vanguard III.

Comprised of farmers and fieldworkers, this village possesses no particular industry.

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Zeta Sector (Sector)

A neutral sector of the Milky Way galaxy, outside the control of the Pangalactic Federation.

Klaus and Rezerb systems are located in this sector.