Altera

Altera is another location in the Archelon Universe. It is home to the sun phoenix race and a variety of other species as well. It serves as the epicenter for political affairs relating to both the Human Empire and Half-Blood Hoard. It is also the second largest trading city next to Astrid Station.

## History

Altera was established back when Phoenixes were first being hunted. King Faylan Tsukiyama brought the last of his race to a planet that had only a single floating island. He made it their home. It's location randomizes based on how often the energy flows through the void. Scholars of other planets do not have this place documented on their star maps.Altera was also pretty strict about who knew their technology and other beneficial ways. It wasn't until Queen Taya Tsukiyama came into power that the city became more open. It shared it's hidden technology with the rest of the world.

## Politics

Altera used to only serve the Human Empire in exchange for protection against poachers. It now deals with politics relating to both factions. It is considered a Santuary City or Neutral Zone. Fighting is not allowed within it's borders.

Half-bloods are considered friends to Phoenixes. They are given high respects from the guards despite some guards still carrying racism of the past.

## Demographics

Altera is comprised of Alteran Elves, Phoenixes, Other bird-like races, and other elven races. It's recently started to branch out with other species like Vesks and Lizardfolk quickly making the Skyport their home.

## Locations of Interest

* Twin Suns Castle- Owned by King Faylan and Queen Taya Tsukiyama. It is where the sun phoenixes rule over their people. Built from white marble with gold trimming, it's very hard to miss. It has it's own private Skyport in the back. The castle is comprised of a garden, a portal tower, the dormitory, and the barracks. The King and Queen rest in their own quarters but do not use a throne room because much of their discussions take place in the Garden.
* Town of Altera- A very large town that sits North of the castle. It's comprised of three districts: Skyport, Trade, and Housing. It's where the exchanging of goods take place.
* Alteran Skyport- Second largest to the one in Astrid. It's where people of varying species come to conduct trade or leave goods. It's manned by the hard-working Vesk and Lizardfolk of the region.

## People of Interest

King Faylan Tsukiyama

*Lawful Good, Phoenix*

King Faylan is Altera's first king. He has lived for cycles and cycles ruling over the people of Altera. Some describe him as very a-loof and kind of blind to outside issues. Preferring to keep his head out of the universe's problems. His mentality has caused problems for those who really needed Altera to intervene. He's passed the reigns and keys to the kingdom over to his daughter, Taya.

Queen Taya Tsukiyama

*Chaotic Good, Alteran*

Taya is Faylan's daughter. She's also an advocate for spreading the knowledge about technology that Altera has. In her cycles, she's seen many places that's needed it. When she took over the kingdom, she made Altera more open bordered. She's also more involved in both factions to help with peace efforts. Her reign has caused Altera to become more friendly to Half-bloods

Clarof

*Lawful Good, Alteran*

Faylan's nervous assistant. Clarof oversees the castle's affairs and helps set up meetings with leaders. While he worries for Altera's future, he's found that Faylan could care less. Clarof works closely with Taya after Faylan gave her complete control over the kingdom. He's been cheering for her from the sidelines.