Kovas System

Part of the Empire of Galdera

Summary
Kovas is the homeworld of the Arkevon and the capital of the Galderan Empire. Populated by billions of people from all of the various member states, Kovas is a world covered in monolithic cities that stretch high into the sky and even below the ground, where a vast metro network which helps to connect the cities of the world resides, as well as bunkers and housing. Devotees of Syleris consider the planet to be the holiest location in the galaxy; thus, Kovas also has numerous temples and holy sites, most notably Trelshakul, the base of operations for the Church of Syleris. For defense, the world has a personal fleet backed up by a network of orbital defenses both in orbit and on the surface, as well as a large garrison on the surface that helps to keep order during peaceful periods.

Kovas is divided into six continents: Nolsaras, a lush continent filled with jungles and rivers, as well as mountains to the east; Avron, a small continent that is similar in many ways to Nolsaras save for being much flatter and possessing mountains in the central region; Kalkrik, a temperate and frozen land covered in frozen tundra, steppes, and mountains; Chelksrin, a large, flat continent with savannas that becomes deserts towards the west and hilly wetlands to the east; Lekeron, a continent close to Chelksrin that has large mountains to the north and south and a flat plateau region in the middle; and Quolvri, a temperate continent featuring many mountains, lakes, and a frequently frozen region to the north. Over the course of history, much of the natural environment has been damaged by constant war and pollution; however, over the past few centuries, the Arkevon have been making efforts to clean the world and restore what remains of the environment, an effort that has been backed both by the devotees of Syleris and nationalist alike. Through these efforts, many regions of Kovas have been restored and declared off-limits to construction as a means of preserving the Arkevon's heritage and important cultural landmarks.

Galdaris Fortress
Galdaris Fortress is the beautiful and heavily defended home of the royal family. It is a large facility that covers about two square miles in total. The fortress is protected by several layers of defenses: underground shield generators protect it from orbital attacks, two layers of walls and a large number of automated turrets hinder ground advances, three anti-orbital guns keep ships at bay, and the base's own garrison of elite honor guards can make short work of any typical soldier. The base also features underground bunkers, tunnels, and is surrounded by a military facility within the walls. Standing at the very center of the defenses lies Galdaris itself, a building that is in stark contrast to the plain, utilitarian structures which protect it. The building is tall, built in an older, antique style modified to fit modern needs. It is adorned with statues and icons of various people and events; it is as much of a luxurious palace as it is a government facility and heavily armored fortress. Access to the palace, as well as the rest of the facility, is strict. Only guards, high ranking military and government officialy, and anyone with permission from the royal family itself have permission to enter.

During an invasion, Galdaris is to be used as an active military command center and can attain manual control over many aspects of the surrounding city, such as electricity, water, gates, and bridges. The Fortress can essentially turn the city into a confusing death trap for the attackers if properly utilized.

Xaltarik Rainforest
The Xaltarik Rainforest is a vast jungle that covers north and eastern Korvaris. It is here where the first Korvar came unto land and developed sentience. It is also considered sacred ground as it is believed Syleris came here and taught the Korvar her teachings. The region was home to many of the first nations, such as the Kingdom of Alget and the First Korvar Empire. The forest suffered as the worldi ndustrialized, millions of acres either cut down for resources or damaged during times of war. Now, what remains has been preserved and protected. No one is allowed to build on or near the forest, though people are allowed to visit. Many people take pilgrimages here to both learn more about their ancestry or visit the numerous holy sites of antiquity.

Temple of Syleris
Located atop of a hill near in Xaltairik, the Temple of Syleris is one of the most sacred structures in the empire. The ancient temple was built during the reign of the First Korvar Empire for performing religious ceremonies and rituals. Though the Kingdom collapsed, the temple survived and was later claimed by the New Korvar Empire. Today, the temple remains in use. Many of the most prominent religious figures spend much of their time here, debating about the ancient text and fulfilling their ancient traditions. Since the dawn of the space age, the temple has been used as a place to sacrifice important figures from other empires to the goddess.

Halxera Mountains
The Halxera Mountains are a mountain range that splits Chelksrin into two separate regions. The resource rich mountains have long been a sourve of conflict between Lyvairn nations and the Sycerians. During the Unification War, the Lyvairn and Korvarians successfully managed to invade the region and used it to bombard Sycerian settlements. Today, the mountains are a shadow of its former self. War and mining did extensive damage to the landscape. Though much of the damage has been repaired since then, most say it will never be what it once was long ago.

Olinidis Mountains
The Olinidis Mountains Range is a vast region that surrounds the north-northwestern regions of Quolvri. Sharp, jagged mountains, unforgiving cold, and extreme heights help to make the region one of the most difficult to navigate in Kovas. It was this mountain range that divided the Altrinians from the Quolvrians, much like what occurred in Chelksrin. In modern times, the military has built an underground fortress in the region which is filled to the brim with anti-orbital defense cannons and other heavy emplacements.