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Often refered to as 'New Taurus', Sterope is one of the largest centers of weapons production outside the Hydes Cluster. With a native population in excess of 75 million Sterope is home to [[Sterope Defense Industries]] as well as units of [[Taurus Territorial Industries]]. Weapons systems produced there run the gamut from Dropships and AreoSpace Fighters to Tanks and small arms.  Considering how important these centers are to the [[Taurian Defense Force]] the Protector has not assigned a perminate [[TDF]] Mech unit or sub-unit to defend the planet.  Instead the planetary population depends on a massive series of interlocking static defenses and the local [[Nobel Regiments]]. <ref name=P86/>
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Sterope is a industrial world located in the Hydes Cluster. It sometimes referred to as "New Taurus" due to mining & weapons manufacturing abilities. The planet is home to [[Sterope Defense Industries]] as well as corporate unit of [[Taurus Territorial Industries]].
  
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Throughout the Sterope's history, the [[Noble Regiments]] raised by the nobility of '''Sterope''' have manned the many reinforced static gun emplacements to guard the planet's industries. These units have always held off attackers long enough for reinforcements to arrive, and so the [[Protector]] sees no reason to station 'Mech and armor units on the planet. Many in the [[Taurian Defense Force]] feel it is only a matter of time before the [[Noble Regiments]] run out of luck.
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===Planetary History===
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===Succession Wars Era===
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The planet was settled with colonization efforts of the Concordat by [[26th Century]].<ref>''Handbook: Major Periphery States'', p. 112 Taurian Concordat Map 2571 - Planet colonized by 2571.</ref>
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By 3028 Sterope had become one of major weapons manufactures outside the Hydes Cluster.  Its industry vital cog in Taurian defense industry.  However, the planet was not assigned by major frontline BattleMech force.  The planetary nobility used their own funds to raise its own regiment of troops, which was given name of [[Noble's Regiments]]. These paramilitary forces, man series of large static defense fortifications which were situated around various and population complexes on the planet. Each of these battalion of infantry were at the command of regional nobility who funded them. Using strategy holding out against powerful enemy until reinforcements can arrive.<ref>''The Periphery (1988)'', p. 86 Sterope - Basic information regarding the planet in 3028. Information in original text suggests the Noble regiments were infantry, with no 'Mech or Tank units among their numbers.</ref>
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====Pre-Jihad====
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In early 3060s, it was suspected that the [[Word of Blake]] had established number of instructional training camps for extremist [[Far Looker]] factions near Sterop's asteroid fields.<ref>''Handbook: Major Periphery States'', p. 111 - Article mentions Word of Blake influences on Concordat survivalist/extremist groups near Sterop.</ref>
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===Industries===
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*[[Sterope Defense Industries]] - A weapon manufacture, the company produces weaponry for Hovercraft, 'Mechs, and Tanks produced in the Concordat.<ref>''Handbook: Major Periphery States'', p 119 - Sterope Defense Industries - Company info what they produce on planet.</ref>
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*[[Taurus Territorial Industries]] - A satellite manufacturing complex of Taurus main factory. This site produces range Aerospace and infantry weaponry for the TDF.<ref>''Handbook: Major Periphery States'', p 118 - Taurus Territorial Industries info includes Sterope satellite factory.</ref>
  
 
== Manufacturing Centers ==
 
== Manufacturing Centers ==

Revision as of 13:28, 22 September 2010

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(References to Sterope)

Note: X and Y are coordinates (light years on XY plane) relative to Terra at (0, 0)

X: 269.15 Y: -407.89

Planetary Data[1]

  • Star Type (Recharge Time): K2 (?? hours)
  • Position in System: 5
  • Time to Jump Point: 4.87 days
  • Atmospheric Pressure: Standard (Breathable)
  • Equatorial Temperature: 30C° (Temporate)
  • Surface Water: 45%
  • Recharging Station: Zenith
  • HPG Class Type: None
  • Highest Native Life: Mammal

Era Specific Data

3028

  • Political Ruler: Edward Calderon
  • Population: 78,000,000

Planetary Description

Sterope is a industrial world located in the Hydes Cluster. It sometimes referred to as "New Taurus" due to mining & weapons manufacturing abilities. The planet is home to Sterope Defense Industries as well as corporate unit of Taurus Territorial Industries.

Planetary History

Succession Wars Era

The planet was settled with colonization efforts of the Concordat by 26th Century.[2]

By 3028 Sterope had become one of major weapons manufactures outside the Hydes Cluster. Its industry vital cog in Taurian defense industry. However, the planet was not assigned by major frontline BattleMech force. The planetary nobility used their own funds to raise its own regiment of troops, which was given name of Noble's Regiments. These paramilitary forces, man series of large static defense fortifications which were situated around various and population complexes on the planet. Each of these battalion of infantry were at the command of regional nobility who funded them. Using strategy holding out against powerful enemy until reinforcements can arrive.[3]

Pre-Jihad

In early 3060s, it was suspected that the Word of Blake had established number of instructional training camps for extremist Far Looker factions near Sterop's asteroid fields.[4]

Industries

  • Taurus Territorial Industries - A satellite manufacturing complex of Taurus main factory. This site produces range Aerospace and infantry weaponry for the TDF.[6]

Manufacturing Centers

Owner History

Nearby Planets

Planets within 2 jumps (60 light-years). Closest planets first:

Planet Distance (LY) Jumps 2750 3025 3030 3040 3052 3057 3062
Euschelus 20.62 1 TC TC TC TC TC TC TC
Davetal II 42.17 2 N TC TC TC TC TC TC
Amber Grove 42.85 2 TC TC TC TC TC TC TC
Davetal III 43.94 2 N TC TC TC TC TC TC
Renfield 48.57 2 TC TC TC TC TC TC TC
Camadeirre 49.71 2 TC TC TC TC TC TC TC
Atreus Prime 50.36 2 TC TC TC TC TC TC TC
Hyalite 50.63 2 FS FS FS FC FC FC FC
Spitz 52.56 2 TC TC TC TC TC TC TC
Illiushin 55.92 2 TC TC TC TC TC TC TC
Grossbach 57.75 2 TC TC TC TC TC TC TC
Mithron 59.46 2 TC TC TC TC TC TC TC

References

  1. ↑ The Periphery (sourcebook), p. 86 - "Planet Profile"
  2. ↑ Handbook: Major Periphery States, p. 112 Taurian Concordat Map 2571 - Planet colonized by 2571.
  3. ↑ The Periphery (1988), p. 86 Sterope - Basic information regarding the planet in 3028. Information in original text suggests the Noble regiments were infantry, with no 'Mech or Tank units among their numbers.
  4. ↑ Handbook: Major Periphery States, p. 111 - Article mentions Word of Blake influences on Concordat survivalist/extremist groups near Sterop.
  5. ↑ Handbook: Major Periphery States, p 119 - Sterope Defense Industries - Company info what they produce on planet.
  6. ↑ Handbook: Major Periphery States, p 118 - Taurus Territorial Industries info includes Sterope satellite factory.

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