Volta do Mar

Volta do Mar (Volta do Mar 0104 A767946-C NSTR Ga Hi Ht Ri) is a celestial object and Imperial capital of the Confederated Systems in Lodestar Convoy.
== Physical Characteristics ==
The Imperial capital of Volta do Mar is said to be the planet that most resembles Old Earth of all the member-states of the Confederated Systems. Though slightly smaller and thus having acutely lower gravity, this is largely true of Old Earth in its heyday. The atmosphere is clean and easily breathable, with an abundance of water and plant life across its continents. Volta do Mar would likely be classified with an agricultural trade code if not for the high population.
Architecture on Volta do Mar, particularly in the capital city of Porto Bandeira, is characterised by extensive use of white marble, gold accents, and grandiose structures.
== Government & Politics ==
Volta do Mar is the seat of the Empire of Confederated Systems and of the Most Serene House of Tuvale, overseen by the current Emperor Dom Arsénius II. It is arguably the richest and the most peaceful planet in the galaxy. Emperor D. Arsénius II has been in his position of power for the last 214 years, and despite being 263 years old, the official Imperial position is that he has achieved this lifespan naturally. It is widely believed (though very carefully spoken) that the Emperor takes anagathic drugs but is unwilling to disclose this information to both preserve his image and because anagathics are illegal in almost every system in the Empire.
The headquarters of the Senate is an artificial moon that orbits Volta do Mar, and dignitaries from other planets regularly make long journeys to the capital world for political missions.
== Culture & Life ==
Life on Volta do Mar is easy and comfortable for its residents, with a high level of technology available to the consumer and a robust economy that rewards hard workers, particularly civil servants. It is indexed as the happiest system in the galaxy and this security and freedom inspires a love for the Emperor and Empire itself within the population. Though it resides on the edge of occupied space, Volta do Mar remains a nexus and hotbed of travellers from across the stars hoping for a better life or perhaps simply somewhere to get away. Because the people of Volta do Mar have little reason to leave the planet in search of anything better or different, the Voltan people have an intense curiosity about those who come from elsewhere.
== Trivia ==