Lichen

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Lichen is a planet in the Atria system. It is initially controlled by the Republic, but it becomes part of the Free Worlds when they declare independence.
== Description ==
Lichen is a rainy world of marshes, fields, and streams. More than half the rice consumed in this administrative district is grown on Lichen, because of its near-optimal climate. However, because of the constant rain and overcast weather, few people aside from farmers have settled here.
Planetary government, or indeed any government above the village level, is virtually nonexistent. Most farms are small and family-owned, negotiating sales directly with off-world corporations who then arrange for transportation of the produce.
== Spaceport ==
The spaceport is built on a small mountain, one of the rare places where enough bedrock rises above the soil to provide a firm foundation for large buildings and high ground during floods.
The warehouses and market are built of concrete, but the smaller buildings on the outskirts of the port are wood framed. Moss is growing everywhere, and in places the wood is stippled with mold. But the people are friendly enough, unhurried and peaceful.
A noodle soup restaurant near the center of the port town seems to be the gathering place of choice. Whatever they're cooking inside, it smells delicious.
== Shipyard ==
None
== Outfitter ==
* Ammo South
== Information ==
* Lichen has a tribute value of 500 and is defended by large Militia fleets.
Category:Free Worlds
Category:Planet
Category:Republic