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A relatively quiet and low-key world, Luzerne lacked any major industry or notable resources to warrant military or bandit assault. Combined with the world's variety of terrain and pleasant climate, Luzerne became a favoured spot for those in the Draconis Combine looking to escape the ravages of warfare that have plagued the [[Inner Sphere]] for millennia. <ref name=HTPL-5>''Historical Turning Point: Luzerne'', p. 5 "Atlas - Luzerne"</ref>
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A relatively quiet and low-key world, '''Luzerne''' lacked any major industry or notable resources to warrant military or bandit assault. Combined with the world's variety of terrain and pleasant climate, Luzerne became a favoured spot for those in the Draconis Combine looking to escape the ravages of warfare that have plagued the [[Inner Sphere]] for millennia. <ref name=HTPL-5>''Historical Turning Point: Luzerne'', p. 5 "Atlas - Luzerne"</ref>
  
 
Consisting of over 71% water, the planet features two continents, the larger Topeka and vastly smaller Perot, as well as a number of smaller islands. The Luzerne's planetary capital of Topeka Bay is located in the only deep water bay on the Topeka continent's coast line. Though listed as the capital, in terms of population Topeka Bay is overshadowed by the city of Homer located in the middle of the Seattle Mountains in the centre of Topeka. Homer's outward expansion limited by the surrounding mountain chain, Homer's citizenry expanded downward instead, crafting massive caverns and byways through the softer limestone of the mountains. Located nearby is Lawrence Pass, the only viable means of traversing the mountains to the rest of the continent.<ref name=HTPL-5/>
 
Consisting of over 71% water, the planet features two continents, the larger Topeka and vastly smaller Perot, as well as a number of smaller islands. The Luzerne's planetary capital of Topeka Bay is located in the only deep water bay on the Topeka continent's coast line. Though listed as the capital, in terms of population Topeka Bay is overshadowed by the city of Homer located in the middle of the Seattle Mountains in the centre of Topeka. Homer's outward expansion limited by the surrounding mountain chain, Homer's citizenry expanded downward instead, crafting massive caverns and byways through the softer limestone of the mountains. Located nearby is Lawrence Pass, the only viable means of traversing the mountains to the rest of the continent.<ref name=HTPL-5/>

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Luzerne
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Luzerne nearby systems
(Map Legend)
System Information
X:Y Coordinates124.22:354.29[e]
Spectral classM0V[1]
Recharge time201 hours[1]
Recharge station(s)None[1]

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

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Owner History

Planetary Garrison

3062 to 3067

3067

3079

- At this point in time the 12th operating at 40% of full strength, with 80% of their equipment featuring upgraded technology.

Planet Description

A relatively quiet and low-key world, Luzerne lacked any major industry or notable resources to warrant military or bandit assault. Combined with the world's variety of terrain and pleasant climate, Luzerne became a favoured spot for those in the Draconis Combine looking to escape the ravages of warfare that have plagued the Inner Sphere for millennia. [15]

Consisting of over 71% water, the planet features two continents, the larger Topeka and vastly smaller Perot, as well as a number of smaller islands. The Luzerne's planetary capital of Topeka Bay is located in the only deep water bay on the Topeka continent's coast line. Though listed as the capital, in terms of population Topeka Bay is overshadowed by the city of Homer located in the middle of the Seattle Mountains in the centre of Topeka. Homer's outward expansion limited by the surrounding mountain chain, Homer's citizenry expanded downward instead, crafting massive caverns and byways through the softer limestone of the mountains. Located nearby is Lawrence Pass, the only viable means of traversing the mountains to the rest of the continent.[15]

Luzerne's largest settlement in terms of footprint rather than population is New Old Idaho. A vast expanse of ferrocrete and prefabricated warehouses, New Old Idaho is the planet's primary import/export portal and commercial spaceport.[15]

Planetary History

Early History

Prior to the Clan Invasion, the most notable event in the planet's history was Topeka Mining Strike in 2876 when several miners unions protested their displacement by thousands of slave labor miners originally imported by House Kurita to construct New Old Idaho after an earthquake destroyed Luzerne's original spaceport. When the local mining consortium were bankrupted as their former offworld customers sourced their needs from the cheaper slave industries, union members blockaded slave quarries and triggered mass protests. Ultimately the Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery broke the strike in 2879 and House Kurita quietly removed the imported labour, allowing the mining consortiums to take over the now abandoned facilities, which expanded the system's economic reach.[15]

Clan Invasion

Targeted as part of Clan Smoke Jaguar's fourth invasion wave in August 3050, Luzerne was defended by survivors of the 9th Alshain Regulars who'd escaped Clan Ghost Bears attack on Jarett. Having brutally learned Clan tactics, the 9th prepared and lured the 4th Jaguar Dragoons' first and second trinaries into well-orchestrated crossfire at Topeka Bay. The Jaguars were able to force their way out of the firing zone and circle behind the 9th, which forced the Regulars to flee north while taking heavy casualties. Retreating towards their DropShips, the DCMS troops reached Lawrence Pass when the Dragoons appeared on the walls above, and the 9th Alshain Regulars were virtually destroyed under the heavy fire from the Jaguars. [16]

While seemingly placid and unassuming for most of its existence, the Jaguar occupation finally ignited patriotic passions, resulting in a significant Internal Security Force assets on-world. [15]

On July 7, 3055, the DCMS and Explorer Corps staged a daring raid against the Smoke Jaguar command post on Luzerne. The outcome of this raid added considerably to the Inner Sphere's knowledge of Clan equipment, particularly their naval vessels.

Operation Bulldog

Luzerne was invaded in the second and third waves of Operation Bulldog by the Third Davion Guards RCT, ComStar's 208th Division, and Ryuken-roku. The defending 4th Provisional Garrison Cluster, Sixth Striker Cluster, and Kappa Galaxy Command Trinary held out for some time before finally caving to Star League Defense Force troops.[17]

Nearby Planets

Planets within 2 jumps (60 light-years)
Closest planets first:
Planet Distance (LY) Jumps 2750 3025 3030 3040 3052 3057 3062
Schuyler 15.53 1 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Byesville 18.20 1 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Savinsville 18.28 1 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Albiero 26.81 1 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Wolcott 27.21 1 DC DC DC DC DC DC DC
Polcenigo 27.84 1 DC DC DC DC CGB CGB CGB
Courchevel 30.30 2 DC DC DC DC CNC CNC DC
Labrea 30.35 2 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Garstedt 30.56 2 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Nykvarn 37.30 2 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Jezersko 40.82 2 DC DC DC FRR CGB CGB CGB
Itabaiana 44.69 2 DC DC DC DC CNC CNC DC
Marshdale 45.07 2 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Hanover 45.07 2 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Outer Volta 46.34 2 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Casere 47.63 2 DC DC DC FRR CGB CGB CGB
Soverzene 51.30 2 DC DC DC DC CGB CGB CGB
Brocchi's Cluster 51.64 2 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Bangor 52.73 2 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Turtle Bay 57.26 2 DC DC DC DC CSJ CSJ DC
Last Frontier 57.63 2 DC DC DC FRR CGB CGB CGB

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Historical Turning Points: Luzerne, p. 4, "Luzerne"
  2. ↑ Historical: Reunification War, p. 159, "Inner Sphere - 2596"
  3. ↑ Era Report: 2750, p. 37, "Inner Sphere - 2750"
  4. ↑ Historical: Liberation of Terra Volume 1, p. 11, "Inner Sphere - 2765"
  5. ↑ Era Report: 3052, p. 23, "Inner Sphere Map [3052]"
  6. ↑ Era Report: 3062, p. 11, "Inner Sphere Map [3057]"
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 Field Manual: Updates, p. 118, "Draconis Combine Deployment Table"
  8. ↑ Field Report: DCMS, p. 21, "Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery Deployment Map - August 3079"
  9. ↑ Map of the Inner Sphere 3130
  10. ↑ Era Report: 3145, p. 11, "Inner Sphere Map - [3135]"
  11. ↑ Era Report: 3145, p. 39, "Inner Sphere Map - [3145]"
  12. ↑ Field Manual: ComStar, p. 126, "ComGuard Deployment Table"
  13. ↑ Field Manual: Updates, p. 98, "Com Guards Deployment Table"
  14. ↑ Field Report: DCMS, p. 9, "Dieron Regulars Regimental Status"
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 15.2 15.3 15.4 Historical Turning Point: Luzerne, p. 5 "Atlas - Luzerne"
  16. ↑ Invading Clans, p. 66 "Fourth Wave (August-October 3050) - Luzerne (DC)"
  17. ↑ The Dragon Roars, p.25

Bibliography

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