Planet: Talus
Waypoint: 5000, -4500
Fort Commander: Major Arev Basten [Militia/Deputy Mayor]
Garrison Commander: Lieutenant TK-OneSixTwo [Militia]
Commissioner: Ruh Shi'od [Mayor]
Assistant Commissioner: Kai'lek Belcura [Militia]
HISTORY
The greatest Imperial minds devised a new security measure. This concept was based upon the melding of the New Order propaganda with Imperial Might. Unfortunately, these plans slipped into the eager hands of former Corellian Moff Fliry Vorru who in an attempt to impress the Emperor and acquire more power in the Sector over the Corellian Diktat, demonstrated a new type of Imperial Fortress. Designated Fort NTX-01, this new Fort would be built upon the remnants of an old Separatist settlement as an effective example.
This experimental fortification could act as a command center for the entire Sector, Vorru hypothesized. The first strength of NTX-01 would be the series of 'Sentry Outposts' that act not only as the first line of defense for the Fort, but also as the garrison quarters. Open spaces with smaller Sentry Outposts were created to counter the guerrilla fighting styles of the Rebels. The traditional fortification style with high walls and guard towers have proven outdated. Flexibility is fundamental, Vorru believed.
The second strength of NTX-01 would be its presentation. One thing Vorru learned during his decades on Corellia is that loyal Imperials stationed at NTX-01 need to be reinforced with the New Order--not to make them good soldiers, but to make them good Imperial citizens! NTX-01 would feature facilities decorated with Imperial symbolism. Soldiers would be required to stay within the confines of the Fort, unless set on assignment else where. This requires the NTX-01 to provide facilities adequate to keep the Troopers engaged with Imperial propaganda without them realizing it. Important Imperial dignitaries would also be encouraged to give presentations at NTX-01s through public auditoriums.
Finally, the third strength of NTX-01 is its 'open door policy' (compared to most) in that the public would be privy to enter the NTX-01, having passed the appropriate check-points and cleared themselves with the Troopers. Vorru believed this would subject the locals, assuming they were civilized, to Imperial propaganda. And if that didn't work, a simple demonstration of Imperial Might and Arms would go nicely too.
The first NTX-01 was commissioned 1.5 ABY on Talus, in close proximity of the Imperial Detainment Center. Command was given to newly-promoted Major Arev Basten, an up and coming COMPFORCE-trained agent, known for his unquestionable loyalty to the New Order and his ferocious executions of the Emperor's Will. He assignment to Talus also signifies the severity of the growing Rebel presence in the Sector. NTX-01-A was officially named "Keen", in honor of the late Marius Keen, a non-Clone Stormtrooper commander who fought gallantly during the Second Battle of Kashyyyk.
OOC INFORMATION
Founded in Summer 2007, Fort Keen provides shuttleport service to southeastern Talus including the Imperial Detention Center and Binarye Pirate Points of Interest. A Smuggler Mission drop-off NPC is located nearby as well. A collection piece for the Dancing Astromech is located within city limits with a natural Mynock spawn. Finally, Fort Keen is home to couple of the Starsider's cheapest Armorsmiths, Ruh and Veruca'. Ruh is located in the Mustafar Bunker not far from the shuttleport and Veruca is located southwest of Fort Keen, just outside city limits.
The Fort Keen facilities are open for all Imperial roleplayers to use.
POINTS OF INTEREST
The Corellian Dream Nightclub and Cantina
Weary Imperial troopers and loyal civilians are welcome to relax, have a drink, play a game, or just listen to the music. The cantina is named in honor of Major Basten, whom hails from Corellia.
Regal Imperial Auditorium
In wholesome Imperial fashion, Fort Keen offers a meeting house for public gatherings and addresses from influential spokesmen. This facility has broadcasting abilities.
Commander Dan's Barbershop
As per Imperial regulations, every soldier in his Imperial Majesty's service must receive a hair cut per paycheck. Eccentric retired Stormtrooper Dan Verran offers those haircuts to troopers free of charge and a minimal stipend for civilians.
Imperial Transport Services
A privatized firm that operates inside Fort Keen, ITS offers flights and freight shipping to the Garrison and loyal civilians when things must be more discreet. Because of her loyalty, Commander Basten made the operator of ITS, Kai'lek Belcura, the Business Relations Manager in the Fort, and more recently, promoted her to Assistant Commissioner to assist Commissioner Shi'od.
Clone Red Outpost 2
Operative Ghost of the 220th Long Range Reconnaissance commands a listening outpost for monitoring traffic in the Sector. This Outpost, nestled within the perimeter of Fort Keen, is able to pickup civilian, Imperial, and even coded transmissions in the Sector. It is powered by its mother Outpost in the Talusian mountains. (Cypher Level 2 required to enter)
Detention Center NTX-01
For those with clearance, Fort Keen offers the latest in detention facilities. Because of the close proximity it the main Imperial Detention Center on Talus, NTX-DC-01 is only capable of short-term incarcerations. Visitors are treated with the utmost dignity and respect. (Cypher Level 2 required to enter)
NTX-01-A Command Center
Nestled in the center of the Fortress, the Command Center rises above the skyline a respectable sight to Imperial glory. Inside the Command Center, Sector communications and civilian traffic are monitored. Debriefings often occur inside between the Commander and his officers. Rumor is that Commander Basten has a display of the the Second Battle of Kashyyyk. (Cypher Level 2 required to enter)
RULES TO REMEMBER
- Don't Be Stupid - Using Force Powers, Heavy Weapons, wearing Rebel attire, etc, will face severe in-character consequences, including becoming the priority target in skirmishes. Remember, this is an Imperial Fort, not another city or town. If you don't want the Empire coming after your character, don't try anything stupid.
- Last Words - Engaging in hostilities in Fort Keen means that you accept all consequences, including the potential Permadeath of your character.
- Notification before Actions - The people mentioned above must be notified in advance (via /tell and confirmation) before any action is allowed to be taken against Fort Keen to provide for an adequate defense (again, this is an Imperial Fort - you don't simply walk into it armed to the teeth).
- Proper Identification Required - Fake IDs handled on a case-by-case basis.
- Resistance is Futile - This is an Imperial Fort, with a garrison of upwards of 500 strong. You're not Luke Skywalker, Boba Fett, or Chewbacca, even your character cannot win against those odds.
COME ON BY!
Please don't let the rules distract you, Fort Keen offers plenty of opportunities for Imperial and non-Imperial roleplay. Whether you're looking for a cantina to bum around in or looking to mingle with some Imperial troopers (in the nice way of mingling), stop on by Fort Keen! If you have any questions, let Ruh, Arev, Kai'lek or TK-OneSixTwo know!
(Here is the Fort Keen thread at StarsiderGalaxy.com with better formatting. I attempted to clean it up when I copied it over.)
