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"Were it so easy..." -Thel Vadame.
This is my fan made human colony- Eradus.
A Halo story I'm writing takes place here, and I love making fantasy worlds so I thought I would mix one up for my story- so here ya go! Tell me what you think!
Eradus
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Located in the Tau Ceti system, Eradus is one of the most populous and wealthiest worlds within UNSC controlled space. Not only is it's environment almost identical to Earth, but Eradus features extraordinary and extreme natural wonders. From towering snow capped mountains, glacier fields, pristine tropical beaches, and massively wide and long rivers. Eradus is abundant in marvelous fauna and plant life. Many species remain in their natural habitat since the arrival of humans. Two rings surround Eradus, leaving a beautiful arch or "Apollo's Bow" in the day and night sky.
Eradus was found in the late 21st century, and settled in early 24th (first landing 2367). Scientist everywhere were stunned find such an Earth like world- with gravity and atmosphere parallel. Over two centuries, the planet boomed in population like Reach and other major inner colonies. Eradus is renowned for it's gorgeous and incredibly eco-friendly cities. Skyscrapers stab into the sky at a maximum of 4,890 feet (Acia Tower, Scadia). It's larger cities can be seen from orbit, primarily the most populated side- the eastern hemisphere.
Eradus is home to many ONI facilities and bases. Spartan III training grounds, and research bases. Many secrets lie on this world, some that may not only effect the human race.
Eis and Rindan are Eradus's moons. Eis is a very cold moon- with two small continents. Rindan is devoid of life but constantly mined for it's rich helium-3.
Unknown by humans and the Covenant, the Forerunner's were very busy here, for reasons unknown. Since their time, 100,000 years ago- their structures and monuments have been hidden and washed away.
(the circle at the bottom left shows it's tilt)
Cities
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MAJOR CITIES
Scadia- the largest and most populated, the entire island is a metropolis with linked towers and skyscrapers, surrounded by tropical pristine beaches.
New Vancouver- greenest city on Eradus, named after it's Earthling sister city. New Vancouver is recognized as the most beautiful city in the Tau Ceti system. Extremely modern and efficient, the buildings follow the same architectural design of sharp stalagmites of glass and mirrors. The city is flooded with trees and parks, and the River Ren runs through downtown.
Cadigan- Third most populous city laying in the heart of the Uldar Channel. Very essential to cross channel trade between the cities of the eastern hemisphere.
New Virginia- the very first landing was made here by UNSC Colony ship "Grace of Star". Not as big as New Vancouver or Scadia- but is definitely popular for history buffs.
San Calibar- Very multi cultural city sitting on the Cia Peninsula, looking toward the ocean and Radial Bay.
System
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Tau Ceti is composed of 8 planets- 3 gas giants and 5 solids, two of which are inhabited (Pinnacle and Eradus)
(The "actual distance" refers to the black dots at the top)
Plan to post Chapter 1 of "Halo: Consumed by Oblivion" soon! Follows the story of a solid team of Spartans, a torn and regretful Sangheili swordsman/commander during a battle for ancient relics and an entire world it self.
[Edited on 12.15.2010 1:46 PM PST]