Antarticum
Kingdom of Ice
The planet of Antarticum is the furthest planet away from the star Alpha Centauri, from which the solar system is named.
It is mostly an ice planet, although it does have a small rocky center and a mountain mostly made of rock. It has a small ocean on its surface from which many caves lead from. It has a small orbiting body called the Hailstone. As for the inhabitants of this planet they can vary in numbers, however the planet is dominated by one species in particular. |
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Geology
The planet of Antarticum has a rocky center. The composition of the rocks has been classified as unique to ice based planets as the rock itself has be under so much pressure that it is even more tightly packed than a metamorphic rock- but unlike the metamorphic rock it has not been under such immense heat. Scientists have not named this type of rock yet as so few examples have been found however they are saying it is the cold version of a metamorphic rock- under immense pressure and coldness.
From this rock center the planet has a mountain, which is mostly rock although it seems to have ice pockets in it. Scientists are unsure of how this rock formation was formed although it is believed that millions of centuries ago, this planet was part of another solar system from which the star went supernova and sent this planet flying across the universe. Whist this was happening some of the planet broke away and some that was left attached got pulled outwards due to the traveling effect. It has been said that for the planet to slow down it must have traveled through some sort of asteroid belt. These collisions allowed for the planet to be slowed down enough that when it got in orbiting distance of Alpha Centauri it was pulled into orbit. For many years the planet was in an elliptical orbit around Alpha Centauri, but over millions of years it now has a circular orbit. Through the collisions it would seem that Antarticum had picked up single celled organisums, although we will see more of this in another chapter.
The towers of ice that can be seen in photo 1 are simply ice towers that formed when the planet was in its elliptical orbit. Due to the size of the planet, the gravity is not immensely strong, so when the planet was near to Alpha Centauri some of the ice melted and was drawn towards the star. as the planet orbited away from the sun it the water froze again creating the formation of ice towers. Over many years lots of ice towers were formed, and since the planet is in a circular orbit now they are a permanent feature and many argue that they should be one of the wonders of the universe.
From this rock center the planet has a mountain, which is mostly rock although it seems to have ice pockets in it. Scientists are unsure of how this rock formation was formed although it is believed that millions of centuries ago, this planet was part of another solar system from which the star went supernova and sent this planet flying across the universe. Whist this was happening some of the planet broke away and some that was left attached got pulled outwards due to the traveling effect. It has been said that for the planet to slow down it must have traveled through some sort of asteroid belt. These collisions allowed for the planet to be slowed down enough that when it got in orbiting distance of Alpha Centauri it was pulled into orbit. For many years the planet was in an elliptical orbit around Alpha Centauri, but over millions of years it now has a circular orbit. Through the collisions it would seem that Antarticum had picked up single celled organisums, although we will see more of this in another chapter.
The towers of ice that can be seen in photo 1 are simply ice towers that formed when the planet was in its elliptical orbit. Due to the size of the planet, the gravity is not immensely strong, so when the planet was near to Alpha Centauri some of the ice melted and was drawn towards the star. as the planet orbited away from the sun it the water froze again creating the formation of ice towers. Over many years lots of ice towers were formed, and since the planet is in a circular orbit now they are a permanent feature and many argue that they should be one of the wonders of the universe.
The ice of Antarticum is the main body of the planet as it makes up 86% of the planet's surface. The remaining 14% is split as 10% of the planet’s surface is the rocky mountain and the remaining 4% is liquid water. It is possible for 4% of the planet to be liquid water as that 4% of surface area is blessed with the presence of sunlight that travels 3.77 billion miles to get to it. This area of water is liquid due to a weakness in the atmosphere, causing the stars rays to get through, and melt the land. This water allows for living organisms to survive, however this will be covered in another chapter. There are underwater cave systems and underground cave systems on Antarticum, some natural many ‘manmade’ however this means the planet has limited mass as well as stability, giving it a weak gravitational force. However this planet does have an orbiting body. The satellite is called Hailstone due to its rather small size and lumpy appearance. Hailstone is only 50m in diameter and a lump of ice that has such weak gravitational force that it only courses small ripples in the planet’s ocean when it is close enough.
Inhabitants
The main species that lives on the planet is the Antarticoneiums (Antarticoneium Reynoldus (scientific name)). They inhabit 90% of the planet's surface in which they live in their custom made homes. Some are burrows, others are houses, but the Antarticoneium monarchy live in their ice palace.
All the lifeforms on Antarticum came from the single celled organisms from the asteroid belt that it crashed into. During the times when the planet was in an elliptical orbit the single celled organism evolved whilst in the heat of the star, and was in a hibernating state whilst away from the heat of the star. Over the years the organism evolved and leaned how to cope with the lower temperatures. There are only a handful of species on Antarticum, the most abundant being the Antarticoneiums, but they feed on fish and cephalopods which live in the water on the planet. They range in size, but none are bigger than 45cm across. The most common found in Antarticoneium cuisine is the small blue squid. Another branch of the evolutionary tree on this planet became what is known as the ice fish. There are many species of icefish, all of which have their own scientific name, however on Antarticum they are all just called icefish.
All the lifeforms on Antarticum came from the single celled organisms from the asteroid belt that it crashed into. During the times when the planet was in an elliptical orbit the single celled organism evolved whilst in the heat of the star, and was in a hibernating state whilst away from the heat of the star. Over the years the organism evolved and leaned how to cope with the lower temperatures. There are only a handful of species on Antarticum, the most abundant being the Antarticoneiums, but they feed on fish and cephalopods which live in the water on the planet. They range in size, but none are bigger than 45cm across. The most common found in Antarticoneium cuisine is the small blue squid. Another branch of the evolutionary tree on this planet became what is known as the ice fish. There are many species of icefish, all of which have their own scientific name, however on Antarticum they are all just called icefish.
Mythology
There have been many sightings of strange mythical beasts by members of the Antarticoneium community across the millennia however most of these sightings have been proven false and just taken from Antarticum mythology and folk-law.
The Great White Whale has been reported to have been seen by many, however no conclusive evidence has been found to show that it exists. Although one photo has been taken of it (photo 12), this was not seen as enough evidence. The ice dragon given the name of ‘Siroth the White’, said to live in the deepest caves, has a place in many mythological story, although none have ever found evidence that it exists (photo 13 shows an artist's impression). The ice beings have had parts in stories as the knowledgeable ones who can foresee the future and offer words of wisdom. They have no evidence to prove that they are real, however this photograph taken (photo 14) seems to show one of the ice beings in the form of a big cat's face. The last of the well known mythical beings mentioned in stories of Antarticum, is the Pengture. This being resembles something similar to Earth mythology- the Centure. This mythological creature is very stunning and has captured the imaginations of many. (See photo 15) |
Economy
The Antarticoneiums have a very complex economy.
The people of Antarticum don't earn money, they simply fend for themselves, living of the land. Any trade that is done between Antarticoneiums is a trade of goods, not credit. There aren't industries as such, although the majority of people work the land to feed themselves and their family. Those who don't work the land can create goods that they can trade with the people or with the royal family, who in return will give them food.
In terms of international trade, the royal family has control of what is bought and sold. If the Antarticoneiums need to buy anything, money is simply printed off and is used to trade with other planets. The paper needed to print this money comes from other planets- although is very rarely bought because they don't trade much. However if the paper supplies were to run out and the planet needed to buy more paper, all would not be lost as on Bolshevik Island (see map) there is a small copse of trees that survives against the will of the cold.
For more information about the industries on Antarticum see the Antarticoneiums page, under species.
The people of Antarticum don't earn money, they simply fend for themselves, living of the land. Any trade that is done between Antarticoneiums is a trade of goods, not credit. There aren't industries as such, although the majority of people work the land to feed themselves and their family. Those who don't work the land can create goods that they can trade with the people or with the royal family, who in return will give them food.
In terms of international trade, the royal family has control of what is bought and sold. If the Antarticoneiums need to buy anything, money is simply printed off and is used to trade with other planets. The paper needed to print this money comes from other planets- although is very rarely bought because they don't trade much. However if the paper supplies were to run out and the planet needed to buy more paper, all would not be lost as on Bolshevik Island (see map) there is a small copse of trees that survives against the will of the cold.
For more information about the industries on Antarticum see the Antarticoneiums page, under species.
Religion
The Antarticoneiums are a species of science, although they like the idea of a higher being (that can be explained by science). Recently a Super-Steve was created by Dr Jake and this has given the Antarticoneiums a higher being that can be explained by science. Before the phenomena of the Super Steve the Antarticums were atheist/agnostic- believers in science until proved otherwise. Now all Antarticoneiums worship the Super Steve as they believe he provides moral support.
Flags & Maps
The above is the House Crest of the Antarticum Royal Family and the People’s Palace of Antarticum. It symbolizes the Royal’s power, but also the power of the people, and is a key image in Antarticoneium society (Photo 17).
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The above is flag is the Antarticum flag and symbolizes the national colours of the planet (Photo 18).
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The map below (Photo 19) is the map of Antarticum when layed out. It shows the 5 Antarticoneium villages and cities on the planet. This map also shows the location of the White Sea, Bolshevik Island, located in the white sea, and Mt Fenrir.
Also labeled is the Povolt Highlands, and the Valkyrie mountain range, where the ice towers are located.
Also labeled is the Povolt Highlands, and the Valkyrie mountain range, where the ice towers are located.
The city of Oromis is the capital, however due to the People’s Palace being located here- and being the majority of the city, it is more often referred to as the People's Palace City.
The Royal family of Antarticum live in the People’s Palace, which is situated on the western banks of the White Sea.
The city of Tronjheim is the second largest city on the planet. Situated on the eastern banks of the White Sea, it has easy access routes across the sea to reach the capital.
Valtingrad is a small city situated on the northern banks of the White Sea. It is a good stop of point and supply top up point for Antarticoneiums traveling to Tronjheim.
The small village of Helgrid is situated in the north of the planet on top of the Povolt Highlands.
Ivoryholf is a tiny hamlet, situated on the south of the planet where the inhabitants live with nature. They call their clan the Followers of the Ice. They live simple lives and offer others a chance to re-bond with mother ice.
The Royal family of Antarticum live in the People’s Palace, which is situated on the western banks of the White Sea.
The city of Tronjheim is the second largest city on the planet. Situated on the eastern banks of the White Sea, it has easy access routes across the sea to reach the capital.
Valtingrad is a small city situated on the northern banks of the White Sea. It is a good stop of point and supply top up point for Antarticoneiums traveling to Tronjheim.
The small village of Helgrid is situated in the north of the planet on top of the Povolt Highlands.
Ivoryholf is a tiny hamlet, situated on the south of the planet where the inhabitants live with nature. They call their clan the Followers of the Ice. They live simple lives and offer others a chance to re-bond with mother ice.
Military History
The planet of Antarticum has tried to stay neutral over the years- with a policy of ‘we are neutral until threatened’. This basically means that the Antarticoneiums will never declare war on another specie. Due to the planet's placement in the solar system it makes it very difficult to invade Antarticum, as well as to employ troops to invade other planets.
Throughout the wars between the Ginger Nexus and Pshycolorians, Antarticum stayed neutral. The icy planet was open to any wishing to take shelter, however nobody came to seek refuge, so they stayed out of the conflict. However Antarticum has had it’s dark days, as during the early years of the Antarticoneiums, there was a cold war. Nothing ever came of it, but if it had, it could have been the end of the planet. For more information on the cold war see the wars of the past page.
Throughout the wars between the Ginger Nexus and Pshycolorians, Antarticum stayed neutral. The icy planet was open to any wishing to take shelter, however nobody came to seek refuge, so they stayed out of the conflict. However Antarticum has had it’s dark days, as during the early years of the Antarticoneiums, there was a cold war. Nothing ever came of it, but if it had, it could have been the end of the planet. For more information on the cold war see the wars of the past page.
In the present, Antarticum does have a millitary, however they are very rarley called apon for war. Even so they are highly trained and will die defending their planet. Mostly they run erands and support the workforse.
The millitary is very traditional, and runs accoding to etiquette. Formations are practiced daily, and the soldiers are very rigid.
The millitary is split into 4 sections: Army, Navy, Subaerial, & Galactic.
The Army consists of: Infantry, Cavalry, Artillary, and Animal Defence Unit.
The Navy consists of: 1 Drednought (the SS Eis), 3 Distroyers (the SS Zerstören, the SS Liebe, and the SS Angst), and one Corvette (the SS kamikaze).
The Subaerial consists of:
The millitary is very traditional, and runs accoding to etiquette. Formations are practiced daily, and the soldiers are very rigid.
The millitary is split into 4 sections: Army, Navy, Subaerial, & Galactic.
The Army consists of: Infantry, Cavalry, Artillary, and Animal Defence Unit.
The Navy consists of: 1 Drednought (the SS Eis), 3 Distroyers (the SS Zerstören, the SS Liebe, and the SS Angst), and one Corvette (the SS kamikaze).
The Subaerial consists of:
The Monarchy
There have been many Kings and Queen of Antarticum over its history. A full family tree can be seen under the subheading of Antarticoneium Families.
Here is a list of all the Antarticoneium Kings and Queens:
Here is a list of all the Antarticoneium Kings and Queens:
- King Fenrir & Queen Aicimele.
- King Turod & Queen Liteia.
- King Garahul & Queen Aqeagune.
- King Orilmid & Queen Yenre.
- King Galkaes & Queen Airasis.
- King Nolguk & Queen Ferylia.
- King Otmaes & Queen Hephone.
- King Elrneg & Queen Mynyorr.
- King Hargric.
- King Jalorlum & Queen Godoris.
- King Hrothgar & Queen Solalis.