Glaciesterra
Glaciesterra is 11th planet from the sun in the Froth system. It was claimed in the name of the Grand Duke of Frostbite Falls for the use and benefit of the populace. The planet has an Earth-like atmosphere making it habitable for humans; however, the planet is almost completely covered with snow and ice. The planet is composed primarily of oceans, with approximately 15% of the surface comprising land above sea level.
Most of the oceans are completely frozen over with only a few areas of open waters. Beneath the top layer of ice, the ocean waters flow freely and support a vast array of sea life. Drifting snowfalls frequently accumulate on the frozen oceans and after acquiring enough weight will breakthrough the ice. This helps aerate the ocean waters before it refreezes.
The land of Glaciesterra is dominated by mountains. While most of the land is covered by permanent layers of snow, a few areas near active volcanoes are warm enough to melt the snow and support plant-life. This is where nearly all of the planet's flora can be found. Nearby caverns are able to support molds and fungai. While sea algae and plants are found near the open water areas near the equator. The fauna that live primarily on the surface of Glaciesterra are all located either near the volcanoes or the equator. Sea life can be found throughout the sea regardless of temperatures.
The planet has been designated by the Grand Duke as unclaimed land within his dominion. This allows settlers to claim and own land within the Grand Duchy. Settlers to the planet are required to pay taxes on their land and must improve upon it and reside on it or else their claim may be forfeit. The planet is overseen by the Grand Duke as Lord Mayor in absentia allowing the colony a degree of self determination in legislative affairs.
Most of the oceans are completely frozen over with only a few areas of open waters. Beneath the top layer of ice, the ocean waters flow freely and support a vast array of sea life. Drifting snowfalls frequently accumulate on the frozen oceans and after acquiring enough weight will breakthrough the ice. This helps aerate the ocean waters before it refreezes.
The land of Glaciesterra is dominated by mountains. While most of the land is covered by permanent layers of snow, a few areas near active volcanoes are warm enough to melt the snow and support plant-life. This is where nearly all of the planet's flora can be found. Nearby caverns are able to support molds and fungai. While sea algae and plants are found near the open water areas near the equator. The fauna that live primarily on the surface of Glaciesterra are all located either near the volcanoes or the equator. Sea life can be found throughout the sea regardless of temperatures.
The planet has been designated by the Grand Duke as unclaimed land within his dominion. This allows settlers to claim and own land within the Grand Duchy. Settlers to the planet are required to pay taxes on their land and must improve upon it and reside on it or else their claim may be forfeit. The planet is overseen by the Grand Duke as Lord Mayor in absentia allowing the colony a degree of self determination in legislative affairs.
The Outpost of Slussia
Location: Glaciesterra
Population: 103
Lord Mayor: Grand Duke Ponsonby Britt (in absentia)
Lady Mayor in Absentia: Duchess Juliet
Description: The Outpost of Slussia is a research station located on the shores of Baflin Bay. Its proximity to the equator provides the residents with access to open water throughout much of the year. In addition to aquatic research, a small fishing industry supports settlers in the region and provides food for the other outposts on Glaciesterra. While the Grand Duke serves as the Lord Mayor of all of Glaciesterra, the settlers elected Duchess Juliet to be the Lord Mayor of the Outpost and erected a residence in her honor. The move is considered largely symbolic, as the outpost is not an independent part of the colony and is administered by the Grand Duke as a part of the colony. During her visit to the system, Duchess Juliet accepted her honorary position of "Lady Mayor in Absentia," and after five days of ruling the Outpost she established a policy allowing the citizens to appoint ministers during her absences.
Population: 103
Lord Mayor: Grand Duke Ponsonby Britt (in absentia)
Lady Mayor in Absentia: Duchess Juliet
Description: The Outpost of Slussia is a research station located on the shores of Baflin Bay. Its proximity to the equator provides the residents with access to open water throughout much of the year. In addition to aquatic research, a small fishing industry supports settlers in the region and provides food for the other outposts on Glaciesterra. While the Grand Duke serves as the Lord Mayor of all of Glaciesterra, the settlers elected Duchess Juliet to be the Lord Mayor of the Outpost and erected a residence in her honor. The move is considered largely symbolic, as the outpost is not an independent part of the colony and is administered by the Grand Duke as a part of the colony. During her visit to the system, Duchess Juliet accepted her honorary position of "Lady Mayor in Absentia," and after five days of ruling the Outpost she established a policy allowing the citizens to appoint ministers during her absences.
The Outpost of Burrmansk
Location: Glaciesterra
Population: 135
Lord Mayor: Grand Duke Ponsonby Britt (in absentia)
Description: The Outpost of Burrmansk lies on the slopes of the Mount McDimley, an active volcano located near the equator. The outpost is the largest one in the colony of Glaciesterra, and serves as its default capital. It is a mining town built to extract the unobtanium ore from the slopes of the nearby mountains. While the settlers prosper greatly as a result of the mining industry, the volcanic activity makes the work extremely dangerous. In addition to potential cave-ins, miners must contend with volcanic eruptions, winter storms, and lava flows that breach the tunnels.
Population: 135
Lord Mayor: Grand Duke Ponsonby Britt (in absentia)
Description: The Outpost of Burrmansk lies on the slopes of the Mount McDimley, an active volcano located near the equator. The outpost is the largest one in the colony of Glaciesterra, and serves as its default capital. It is a mining town built to extract the unobtanium ore from the slopes of the nearby mountains. While the settlers prosper greatly as a result of the mining industry, the volcanic activity makes the work extremely dangerous. In addition to potential cave-ins, miners must contend with volcanic eruptions, winter storms, and lava flows that breach the tunnels.