Bithinia
Bithinia | |
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← 3135 3151 | |
System Information | |
X:Y Coordinates | -18.878 : -178.455[e] |
Spectral class | F7V[1][2] |
Recharge time | 178 hours[1][2] |
Recharge station(s) | Nadir[1][2] |
The Bithinia system was home to at least one habitable world, Bithinia II, and as of 3151 was located in the Capellan Commonality province of the Capellan Confederation.[3]
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System Description[edit]
Bithinia is located near the Eom and Propus systems[4][5] and consists of a class F7V orbited by at least two planets, and during the thirty-first century a recharge station was in place at the nadir jump point.[1][2]
System History[edit]
Bithinia was settled during or shortly after the First Exodus from Terra and joined or was incorporated into the Capellan Commonality prior to the formation of the Capellan Confederation.[6]
Political Affiliation[edit]
- 2271 - Inhabited world[7]
- 2366 - Capellan Commonality[6]
- 2367 - Capellan Confederation[6]
- 2571 - Capellan Confederation[8]
- 2596 - Capellan Confederation[9]
- 2750 - Capellan Confederation[10]
- 2765 - Capellan Confederation[11]
- 2786 - Capellan Confederation[12]
- 2822 - Capellan Confederation[13][14]
- 2864 - Capellan Confederation[15]
- 3012 - Capellan Confederation[16]
- 3022 - Capellan Confederation[17]
- 3025 - Capellan Confederation[18][19]
- 3030 - Capellan Confederation[20]
- 3040 - Capellan Confederation[21]
- 3050 - Capellan Confederation[22]
- 3054 - Capellan Confederation[23]
- 3058 - Capellan Confederation[24]
- 3067 - Capellan Confederation[25]
- 3063 - Capellan Confederation[26]
- 3075 - Capellan Confederation[27]
- 3079 - Capellan Confederation[28]
- 3081 - Capellan Confederation[29]
- 3085 - Capellan Confederation[30]
- 3135 - Capellan Confederation[31]
- 3145 - Capellan Confederation[4][5]
- 3151 - Capellan Confederation[3]
Bithinia II[edit]
Bithinia II | |
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Astrophysical | |
System position | Second[1][2] |
Jump Point distance | 12.93 days[1] |
Moons | 3 (Paludina, Valvata, Littorina)[1][2] |
Geophysical | |
Surface gravity | 0.90[1][2] |
Atmospheric pressure | Standard (Breathable)[1][2] |
Equatorial temperature | 30°C (Warm Temperate)[1][2] |
Surface water | 55%[1][2] |
Highest native life | Reptiles[1][2] |
Landmasses | 3 (Chalcedon, Cius, Nicomdeia)[2] |
History and Culture | |
Population | 3,298,000,000 (3022),[1] 3,710,700,000 (3079)[2] |
Government and Infrastructure | |
Capital | Bithinia[2] |
HPG Class | B[1][2] |
HPG Representative | Juan Villecho (3025)[32] |
Bithinia II, more commonly known simply as Bithinia, is the second planet in the Bithinia system and has three moons named Littorina, Paludina, and Valvata.[1][2]
Planetary History[edit]
Bithinia was best known for its tourist resorts catering to the richest citizens of the Capellan Confederation as well as to foreigners. Resorts were connected by extensive network of MagLev trains. The portion of the 2.3 billion-strong population which wasn't involved in the entertainment industry were largely involved in iron mining, making Bithinia one of most important steel suppliers for the Confederation.[1]
Star League[edit]
During the Star League era Bithinia became associated with the Third Capellan Chargers, a regiment within the Capellan Chargers brigade, who earned the nickname the "Bithinian Stratiotai".[33]
Third Succession War[edit]
In 3012, members of Wolf's Dragoons' Alpha Regiment were on leave on Bithinia when they encountered members of McCarron's Armored Cavalry, also on leave. With grudges between the units since the fighting on New Valencia and Menke, a large brawl erupted between the two groups. While many believe the rumors of extensive damage were exaggerated, local authorities commented that they were glad the two units did not have access to BattleMechs. One Lieutenant Jonathan Pelley from McCarron's Armored Cavalry admitted to starting the fight after the Dragoons insulted him and his unit.[16][34]
On 17 September 3022, the mercenary unit Northstar Irregulars, hired by a Free Worlds League noble, attacked the planet, attempting to raid a ballistics plant in the city of Bithinia. The Irregulars were fought off by the local reserves primarily, with the local militia chasing a diversion force outside the city.[17]
Jihad[edit]
A Duchy RTC was located on Bithinia in 3079. It trained vehicle crews and conventional infantry.[35]
Military Deployment[edit]
2786[edit]
2821[edit]
3022[edit]
- Warrior House Matsukai (off-world by September)[17]
- Bithinia Militia[17]
- Local Capellan Reserves[17]
3025[edit]
3050[edit]
- Warrior House Matsukai[22]
3054[edit]
- Warrior House Matsukai[23]
3063[edit]
3079[edit]
- - Deployed across Bithinia, Eom, and Jasmine, the unit was at 50% strength, with 60% of their equipment featuring upgraded technology.
3085[edit]
- - The unit was operating at 45% strength, with 45% of their equipment featuring upgraded technology.
3145[edit]
- - At this point in time the unit operating at 75% of full strength.
Geography[edit]
Bithinia has three continents named Chalcedon, Cius, and Nicomdeia.[2]
Planetary Locations[edit]
- Bithinia: the planetary capital city[2]
- Blessed Laborer Park[17]
- Harwang: A settlement in the northwest province, north of the city of Bithinia. Had a militia arsenal.[17]
- Hera: location of Bithinian Ballistics' headquarters[41]
- Joushe Plains: near the city of Bithinia[17]
- Zico: a settlement in the northwest province, north of the city of Bithinia; Had a militia arsenal[17]
Companies and Industries[edit]
Local Flora and Fauna[edit]
Image gallery[edit]
Map Gallery[edit]
Nearby Systems[edit]
Closest 60 systems (57 within 60 light-years) Distance in light years, closest systems first: | |||||||
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Propus | 8.4 | Eom | 13.4 | Chengdu | 13.4 | Ingersoll | 15.1 |
Gorki | 15.4 | Boardwalk | 19.8 | Hassad | 21.0 | Les Halles | 22.3 |
Masterson | 22.8 | Campertown | 23.4 | Jasmine | 26.6 | Ramen | 27.1 |
Aodh | 27.2 | Kashilla | 28.6 | Carbonis | 28.8 | Exedor | 30.0 |
New Sarna | 30.7 | Lesalles | 31.7 | Bandora | 32.1 | Vanra | 33.2 |
Kurragin | 33.3 | Calpaca | 36.4 | Harsefeld | 36.5 | Haerhbin | 37.3 |
Chitwan | 38.1 | Chamdo | 39.2 | Old Kentucky | 42.3 | New Delos | 42.3 |
Kohlman | 44.2 | Krin | 44.2 | Calloway | 44.6 | Shuen Wan | 44.8 |
Kievanur | 44.9 | Cordiagr | 45.0 | Wazan | 45.2 | Shui-pào | 45.6 |
Raballa | 45.6 | Matheran | 47.5 | Preston | 47.9 | Phact | 48.7 |
Second Chance | 48.8 | Anegasaki | 48.9 | Pella | 49.9 | Daneshmand | 53.3 |
Ovan | 56.4 | Bentley | 56.6 | Ohrensen | 56.8 | Geifer | 57.0 |
Capella | 57.4 | Sian | 57.4 | Harbin | 57.8 | Semenyih | 58.1 |
Fletcher | 58.1 | Corey | 58.4 | Lukla | 58.5 | Ventabren | 59.4 |
Gomeisa | 59.8 | Loeches | 60.0 | Glasgow | 60.2 | Bora | 61.3 |
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 BattleTech: 25 Years of Art & Fiction, p. 133: "Bithinia"
- ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 2.12 2.13 2.14 2.15 2.16 2.17 2.18 Objectives: Capellan Confederation, p. 7: "Bithinia"
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Shattered Fortress, p. 103: "Inner Sphere - 3151" (Map)
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Era Report: 3145, p. 39: "Inner Sphere Map - [3145]"
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Field Manual: 3145, p. VI: "Inner Sphere - 3145"
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 Handbook: House Liao, p. 17: "Capellan Confederation Founding, 2366"
- ↑ Handbook: House Marik, p. 16: "Free Worlds League Founding [2271]"
- ↑ Handbook: House Liao, p. 25: "Capellan Confederation after Age of War [2571]"
- ↑ Historical: Reunification War, p. 159: "Inner Sphere - 2596"
- ↑ Era Report: 2750, p. 37: "Inner Sphere - 2750"
- ↑ Historical: Liberation of Terra Volume 1, p. 11: "Inner Sphere - 2765"
- ↑ First Succession War, p. 25: "Inner Sphere - [2786] Map"
- ↑ Handbook: House Liao, p. 31: "Capellan Confederation after First Succession War [2822]"
- ↑ First Succession War, p. 113: "Inner Sphere - [2822] Map"
- ↑ Handbook: House Liao, p. 39: "Capellan Confederation after Second Succession War [2864]"
- ↑ 16.0 16.1 Wolf's Dragoons, p. 16: "The Eagle Fails"
- ↑ 17.0 17.1 17.2 17.3 17.4 17.5 17.6 17.7 17.8 Hornet's Nest
- ↑ 18.0 18.1 House Liao (The Capellan Confederation), p. 107: "Unit Deployment Table"
- ↑ Handbook: House Liao, p. 40: "Capellan Confederation after Third Succession War [3025]"
- ↑ Handbook: House Liao, p. 49: "Capellan Confederation after Fourth Succession War [3030]"
- ↑ Historical: War of 3039, p. 133: "Inner Sphere - 3040"
- ↑ 22.0 22.1 20 Year Update, p. 63: "Capellan Confederation Deployment Table"
- ↑ 23.0 23.1 Objective Raids, p. 42: "Capellan Confederation Deployment Table"
- ↑ Handbook: House Liao, p. 60: "Capellan Confederation after Operation Guerrero [3058]"
- ↑ Handbook: House Liao, p. 68: "Capellan Confederation after FedCom Civil War [3067]"
- ↑ 26.0 26.1 Field Manual: Capellan Confederation, p. 119: "Capellan Confederation Deployment Table"
- ↑ Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents, p. 65: Inner Sphere [3075] Map
- ↑ Field Report: CCAF, p. 21: "Capellan Confederation Deployment Map"
- ↑ Jihad: Final Reckoning, p. 63: "Inner Sphere Map - [March 3081]"
- ↑ Field Manual: 3085, p. 127: "Inner Sphere Map - [October 3085]"
- ↑ Era Report: 3145, p. 11: "Inner Sphere Map - [3135]"
- ↑ House Liao (The Capellan Confederation), p. 144
- ↑ Field Report 2765: CCAF, p. 9: "Capellan Chargers"
- ↑ Wolf's Dragoons, p. 16: "Deadly Enemies"
- ↑ Objectives: Capellan Confederation, p. 7: "Duchy RCT"
- ↑ First Succession War, pp. 135–136: "First Succession War Deployment Table - CCAF"
- ↑ First Succession War, p. 136: "First Succession War Deployment Table - CCAF"
- ↑ Field Report: CCAF, p. 16: "Citizen's Honored Regimental Status"
- ↑ Field Manual: 3085, p. 33: "Capellan Confederation Armed Forces Deployment Table - 3085"
- ↑ Field Manual: 3145, p. 44: "Capellan Confederation Deployment Table - 3145"
- ↑ Handbook: House Liao, p. 133: "Bithinian Ballistics"
- ↑ Handbook: House Liao, p. 139
Bibliography[edit]
- 20 Year Update
- BattleTech: 25 Years of Art & Fiction
- Era Report: 2750
- Era Report: 3145
- Field Manual: 3085
- Field Manual: 3145
- Field Manual: Capellan Confederation
- Field Report 2765: CCAF
- First Succession War
- Handbook: House Liao
- Handbook: House Marik
- Historical: Liberation of Terra Volume 1
- Historical: Reunification War
- Historical: War of 3039
- Hornet's Nest (in: BattleTech: 25 Years of Art & Fiction)
- House Liao (The Capellan Confederation)
- Jihad: Final Reckoning
- Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents
- Objective Raids
- Objectives: Capellan Confederation
- Shattered Fortress
- Wolf's Dragoons