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Ichaya: /* History */

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History

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	== History ==		== History ==

	Located within reach of the [[Llangon Mountains]] and at the crossing of several important trade routes, Shi'Kahr has been fought over throughout its history. Sacked and rebuilt dozens of times before the Awakening, the city sports an eclectic mix of styles and cultures divided into quarters and neighborhoods, some still separated by walls built millennia ago.		Located within reach of the [[Llangon Mountains]] and at the crossing of several important trade routes, Shi'Kahr has been fought over throughout its history. Sacked and rebuilt dozens of times before the [[Time of Awakening]], the city sports an eclectic mix of styles and cultures divided into quarters and neighborhoods, some still separated by walls built millennia ago.

	== The City ==		== The City ==

Ichaya: /* Pelasht */

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Pelasht

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	The oldest known legends describe the mountain Phelsh't as ''an image of the Distant One, S'l'heya the Great, chief of mountains. Raised up by one of the gods of the sand, and given to a mortal, to whom he bound himself and then gave a great gift, the gift of water. It was no mere muddy puddle. It was a spring that rose up from deep in the stone of the mountain, cold, clear water, sweet to the taste, without muck or weed; and there was so much of it it ran down the side of the mountain into the sand, and plants grew there, despite the scorching sun, and grew great - grew almost as tall as a man.''		The oldest known legends describe the mountain Phelsh't as ''an image of the Distant One, S'l'heya the Great, chief of mountains. Raised up by one of the gods of the sand, and given to a mortal, to whom he bound himself and then gave a great gift, the gift of water. It was no mere muddy puddle. It was a spring that rose up from deep in the stone of the mountain, cold, clear water, sweet to the taste, without muck or weed; and there was so much of it it ran down the side of the mountain into the sand, and plants grew there, despite the scorching sun, and grew great - grew almost as tall as a man.''

	Over the millennia, the first rooms carved into the stone to provide shelter and storerooms evolved into a massive fortress with strongrooms, living quarters, lesser halls ~~and~~ and stores to hold food ~~againt~~ siege; with the main purpose of protecting the major well and later, the village sprung up at its base. By the 39th century (Vulcan calendar/ ca 2500 BCE Federation standard) Pelasht was legendary for its sheer size that could house the entire town of Shi'Kahr in case of attack. The gates of solid rock held by titanium-steel alloy hinges, the vast passageway with holes in its vaulted ceiling, and the switch-back stairs leading up towards the main entrance gave the fortress a reputation for being nigh impossible to breach.		Over the millennia, the first rooms carved into the stone to provide shelter and storerooms evolved into a massive fortress with strongrooms, living quarters, lesser halls and stores to hold food against siege; with the main purpose of protecting the major well and later, the village sprung up at its base. By the 39th century (Vulcan calendar/ ca 2500 BCE Federation standard) Pelasht was legendary for its sheer size that could house the entire town of Shi'Kahr in case of attack. The gates of solid rock held by titanium-steel alloy hinges, the vast passageway with holes in its vaulted ceiling, and the switch-back stairs leading up towards the main entrance gave the fortress a reputation for being nigh impossible to breach.

	The most famous feature however is the Hall of Pelasht - one of the largest rooms in the known worlds. Close to a kilometer long and half a kilometer wide, 170 meters up to the roof and all carved out of the living stone; with hundreds of lamps drilled into the rock and a fountain at its center.		The most famous feature however is the Hall of Pelasht - one of the largest rooms in the known worlds. Close to a kilometer long and half a kilometer wide, 170 meters up to the roof and all carved out of the living stone; with hundreds of lamps drilled into the rock and a fountain at its center.

Ichaya: /* Pelasht */

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Pelasht

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	=== Pelasht ===		=== Pelasht ===

	Known by many names during its colorful history, the ancient fortress carved into a mountain is another ~~well known~~ landmark of Shi'Kahr.		Known by many names during its colorful history, the ancient fortress carved into a mountain is another famous and easily recognized landmark of Shi'Kahr.

	The oldest known legends describe the mountain Phelsh't as ''an image of the Distant One, S'l'heya the Great, chief of mountains. Raised up by one of the gods of the sand, and given to a mortal, to whom he bound himself and then gave a great gift, the gift of water. It was no mere muddy puddle. It was a spring that rose up from deep in the stone of the mountain, cold, clear water, sweet to the taste, without muck or weed; and there was so much of it it ran down the side of the mountain into the sand, and plants grew there, despite the scorching sun, and grew great - grew almost as tall as a man.''		The oldest known legends describe the mountain Phelsh't as ''an image of the Distant One, S'l'heya the Great, chief of mountains. Raised up by one of the gods of the sand, and given to a mortal, to whom he bound himself and then gave a great gift, the gift of water. It was no mere muddy puddle. It was a spring that rose up from deep in the stone of the mountain, cold, clear water, sweet to the taste, without muck or weed; and there was so much of it it ran down the side of the mountain into the sand, and plants grew there, despite the scorching sun, and grew great - grew almost as tall as a man.''

			Over the millennia, the first rooms carved into the stone to provide shelter and storerooms evolved into a massive fortress with strongrooms, living quarters, lesser halls and and stores to hold food againt siege; with the main purpose of protecting the major well and later, the village sprung up at its base. By the 39th century (Vulcan calendar/ ca 2500 BCE Federation standard) Pelasht was legendary for its sheer size that could house the entire town of Shi'Kahr in case of attack. The gates of solid rock held by titanium-steel alloy hinges, the vast passageway with holes in its vaulted ceiling, and the switch-back stairs leading up towards the main entrance gave the fortress a reputation for being nigh impossible to breach.

			The most famous feature however is the Hall of Pelasht - one of the largest rooms in the known worlds. Close to a kilometer long and half a kilometer wide, 170 meters up to the roof and all carved out of the living stone; with hundreds of lamps drilled into the rock and a fountain at its center.


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Ichaya: /* The City */

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The City

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	=== Old Quarter ===		=== Old Quarter ===

	Generally regarded as the first place a market settlement was established outside the ancient fortress of [[Pelasht]], the Quarter still retains much of its bazaar-like character. While elegant hotels and restaurants have sprung up to cater to offworld dignitaries, the original residents have taken great care to preserve the ancient designs which give the Old Quarter its unique flair.		Generally regarded as the first place a market settlement was established outside the ancient fortress of '''Pelasht''', the Quarter still retains much of its bazaar-like character. While elegant hotels and restaurants have sprung up to cater to offworld dignitaries, the original residents have taken great care to preserve the ancient designs which give the Old Quarter its unique flair.

	Traditional spires and low sandstone buildings blend with ornate temples such as the famous Suta Temple which was among the first to embrace Surak's teachings. The ancient spice market is also located in the Old Quarter.		Traditional spires and low sandstone buildings blend with ornate temples such as the famous Suta Temple which was among the first to embrace Surak's teachings. The ancient spice market is also located in the Old Quarter.
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	Located just East of the Central Oasis Gardens and North of the Old Quarter one finds Shi'Kahr's claim to fame - the Science Academy; fondly called Shi'oren ("'''The''' Academy").		Located just East of the Central Oasis Gardens and North of the Old Quarter one finds Shi'Kahr's claim to fame - the Science Academy; fondly called Shi'oren ("'''The''' Academy").
	A plethora af buildings grown outward from the ancient fortress of [[Pelasht]] (which today serves as banquet hall and houses most of the central administrative offices), the Academy blends old with new much in the style of the Old Quarter. Modern research labs may be found in a 5000 year old temple, and sweeping glass domes connect buildings of sandstone and honey-colored granite.		A plethora af buildings grown outward from the ancient fortress of ''Pelasht'' (which today serves as banquet hall and houses most of the central administrative offices), the Academy blends old with new much in the style of the Old Quarter. Modern research labs may be found in a 5000 year old temple, and sweeping glass domes connect buildings of sandstone and honey-colored granite.

	With Infinite Diversity as its mandate, the Academy's major focus are the hard sciences, engineering and computer sciences as well as philosophy and medicine, but it also incorporates archaeology, arts, political sciences, and Kiri-kin-tha's School of Metaphysics.		With Infinite Diversity as its mandate, the Academy's major focus are the hard sciences, engineering and computer sciences as well as philosophy and medicine, but it also incorporates archaeology, arts, political sciences, and Kiri-kin-tha's School of Metaphysics.
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	The High Command's buildings are located just West of the Government Quarter, with ample room for small shuttle ports and easy access to the Academy. Constructed in the traditional red and gold granite of Shi'Al the sweeping lines of the central administrative tower are visible from a distance and a familiar landmark to residents and tourists alike.		The High Command's buildings are located just West of the Government Quarter, with ample room for small shuttle ports and easy access to the Academy. Constructed in the traditional red and gold granite of Shi'Al the sweeping lines of the central administrative tower are visible from a distance and a familiar landmark to residents and tourists alike.

			=== Pelasht ===

			Known by many names during its colorful history, the ancient fortress carved into a mountain is another well known landmark of Shi'Kahr.

			The oldest known legends describe the mountain Phelsh't as ''an image of the Distant One, S'l'heya the Great, chief of mountains. Raised up by one of the gods of the sand, and given to a mortal, to whom he bound himself and then gave a great gift, the gift of water. It was no mere muddy puddle. It was a spring that rose up from deep in the stone of the mountain, cold, clear water, sweet to the taste, without muck or weed; and there was so much of it it ran down the side of the mountain into the sand, and plants grew there, despite the scorching sun, and grew great - grew almost as tall as a man.''


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Ichaya at 05:53, 8 November 2015

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	=== History ===		== History ==

	Located within reach of the [[Llangon Mountains]] and at the crossing of several important trade routes, Shi'Kahr has been fought over throughout its history. Sacked and rebuilt dozens of times before the Awakening, the city sports an eclectic mix of styles and cultures divided into quarters and neighborhoods, some still separated by walls built millennia ago.		Located within reach of the [[Llangon Mountains]] and at the crossing of several important trade routes, Shi'Kahr has been fought over throughout its history. Sacked and rebuilt dozens of times before the Awakening, the city sports an eclectic mix of styles and cultures divided into quarters and neighborhoods, some still separated by walls built millennia ago.

			== The City ==

	=== Artisan Quarter ===		=== Artisan Quarter ===

Ichaya at 03:49, 8 November 2015

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	[[Image:Shi'Kahr.jpg\|thumb\|right\| Shi'Kahr skyline with Llangon Mountains in the background, YS8764]]		[[Image:Shi'Kahr.jpg\|thumb\|right\| Shi'Kahr skyline with Llangon Mountains in the background, YS8764]]

	Also known as Shir'Kahr or ShirKahr, legislative capital of [[Vulcan (planet)\|Vulcan]], located in the province of Shi'Al.		Also known as Shir'Kahr or ShirKahr, legislative capital of [[Vulcan (planet)\|Vulcan]], located in the province of [[Shi'Al]].

	The ancient name ξyà-Laêkh'ahr - Place of The Ten - refers to the ten wells of Shi'Kahr oasis.		The ancient name ξyà-Laêkh'ahr - Place of The Ten - refers to the ten wells of Shi'Kahr oasis.

Ichaya: /* History */

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History

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	=== History ===		=== History ===

	Located within reach of the Llangon Mountains and at the crossing of several important trade routes, Shi'Kahr has been fought over throughout its history. Sacked and rebuilt dozens of times before the Awakening, the city sports an eclectic mix of styles and cultures divided into quarters and neighborhoods, some still separated by walls built millennia ago.		Located within reach of the [[Llangon Mountains]] and at the crossing of several important trade routes, Shi'Kahr has been fought over throughout its history. Sacked and rebuilt dozens of times before the Awakening, the city sports an eclectic mix of styles and cultures divided into quarters and neighborhoods, some still separated by walls built millennia ago.

	=== Artisan Quarter ===		=== Artisan Quarter ===

Styrax at 14:57, 8 October 2015

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	[[Image:Shi'Kahr.jpg\|thumb\|right\| Shi'Kahr skyline YS8764]]		[[Image:Shi'Kahr.jpg\|thumb\|right\| Shi'Kahr skyline with Llangon Mountains in the background, YS8764]]

	Also known as Shir'Kahr or ShirKahr, legislative capital of [[Vulcan (planet)\|Vulcan]], located in the province of Shi'Al.		Also known as Shir'Kahr or ShirKahr, legislative capital of [[Vulcan (planet)\|Vulcan]], located in the province of Shi'Al.

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	[[Image:Shi'Kahr.jpg\|thumb\|right]]		[[Image:Shi'Kahr.jpg\|thumb\|right\| Shi'Kahr skyline YS8764]]

	Also known as Shir'Kahr or ShirKahr, legislative capital of [[Vulcan (planet)\|Vulcan]], located in the province of Shi'Al.		Also known as Shir'Kahr or ShirKahr, legislative capital of [[Vulcan (planet)\|Vulcan]], located in the province of Shi'Al.

Styrax at 14:53, 8 October 2015

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	By YS9026 this new preserve has already attracted a small population of the rare 'Lara' songbird and the Science Academy is considering extending the area to include a botanic garden of rare Vulcan plant species.		By YS9026 this new preserve has already attracted a small population of the rare 'Lara' songbird and the Science Academy is considering extending the area to include a botanic garden of rare Vulcan plant species.



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	The Academy Medical Center also serves as Shi'Kahr's major hospital, and its research facilities are famous throughout the Federation.		The Academy Medical Center also serves as Shi'Kahr's major hospital, and its research facilities are famous throughout the Federation.

			=== High Command ===

			Originally located in [[Vulcana Regar]], the High Command was first and foremost responsible for space exploration and Vulcan's first steps towards a merchant fleet. Founded by an alliance of clans eager to mine Vulcan's sister planet [[T'Khut]] and the 40 Eridani system's asteroid belt, High Command played a mostly administrative role in regulating in-system traffic and overseeing spaceports, until the events of [[The Sundering]] when it was suddenly tasked with the construction of generation-ships and the organizing of a mass-exodus.

			[[Image:High_Command.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Central Administrative Tower]]

			Much of the High Command was relocated to Shi'Kahr during this time to take advantage of the research facilities of the budding Academy, although the great shipyards and the offices of [[V'Shar]] (originally a port-authority entity) remain in Regar to this day.

			By the 22nd century High Command had become a de-facto military government. Absorbing the ancient warrior-priest order of the [[V'Ket]] into the Vulcan fleet as their elite military unit, High Command effectively changed the office of f'rel-barr from a civilian affair with informal ranks and structures to that of a Fleet Admiral, answerable only to the Administrators.

	... ~~Files Uploading ...~~		While control of the government was returned to the Vulcan Council after discovery of the [[Kir'Shara]] (occasionally referred to as "Second Awakening'), many of the administrative structures (at least those that were deemed practical, and Vulcans are hardly prone to throw out the sehlat with the sandbath) remain in place. The main purpose of High Command has returned to scientific exploration, and Vulcan maintains a small but extraordinarily well equipped fleet of science vessels. The [[V'Ket]] have remained under the aegis of the f'rel-barr, tending almost exclusively to plantary defense.


			The High Command's buildings are located just West of the Government Quarter, with ample room for small shuttle ports and easy access to the Academy. Constructed in the traditional red and gold granite of Shi'Al the sweeping lines of the central administrative tower are visible from a distance and a familiar landmark to residents and tourists alike.