Aurelia

Lore & Background

Originally settled for resource extraction, Aurelia was gradually absorbed into the broader economic machine controlled by the Board and Halcyon Holdings Corporation. The planet's freezing temperatures and barren landscape make it inhospitable, with infrastructure focused on mining and corporate enforcement rather than leisure. Beneath the icy surface lies a network of maintenance tunnels that serve as lifelines for workers and hiding spots for those resisting corporate control. This duality defines the planet's atmosphere, where every breath of cold air may mask desperation. Over time, Aurelia became a symbol of the Halcyon system's stagnation. Innovation is stifled to protect profits, and the local culture has shifted from community-focused survival to service-oriented subservience. Despite this, whispers of rebellion persist in the underground sectors.

In Their Own Story

The champagne flute trembles slightly as the guest raises it, eyes fixed on the holographic sunset projected above the pool. Down below, in the cooling vents where the air tastes of ozone and rust, a maintenance worker wipes grease from his forehead. He hears the clink of glass through the metal floorboards, a sound that signals another day of servitude passed without complaint. The lights flicker overhead, masking the shadow he casts against the wall as he slips a data chip into his pocket, hoping it buys freedom before the next shift begins.

Reader's Guide

The surface of Aurelia is dominated by the sprawling resort complex, a gleaming beacon of retro-futuristic architecture designed to pamper wealthy tourists from across Halcyon. Visitors should prioritize exploring the main atrium and lobby areas for initial quests and vendor interactions. Security patrols are frequent here, so maintaining a low profile or using persuasion can avoid unnecessary conflict with corporate enforcers who view locals as property rather than people. Beneath the polished veneer lies the maintenance tunnels and underground infrastructure. This sector is dimly lit and cluttered with pipes, offering stealth opportunities but hiding dangerous security droids and hostile wildlife that have adapted to the artificial environment. Explorers will find valuable resources like salvageable components and hidden caches of credits tucked away by desperate workers trying to escape their debt contracts. The spaceport serves as the primary arrival point, connecting players to other systems via shuttle services. It is a neutral zone where travelers can dock without immediate interference from resort management. However, leaving the designated tourist zones risks running into unauthorized personnel or local resistance fighters who oppose the Board's grip on the planet. Always check your surroundings for hidden entrances leading deeper into the maintenance levels.

Did You Know?

• Aurelia is a planet, not a moon, and has no connection to a gas giant named Olympus.
• The planet is primarily controlled by the Board and Halcyon Holdings Corporation, not Rizzo's.
• There is no resort infrastructure on Aurelia; it is a frozen, inhospitable world.
• Underground tunnels connect various sectors of the planet, allowing for secret movement.
• Security droids are programmed to prioritize corporate asset protection over worker welfare.