Welcome to New Haven
The Broadcast/Announcement Upon the Arrival of Blackout's Liberated Prisoners
In the wake of Blackout’s fall, Tyton stood ready to take on all its ex-prisoners and defectors as workers and citizens, but only should they be willing. Any who looked out the windows of the ships would see beneath them a beautiful, megaflora filled planet. Rife with life and unknown dangers, it was some small mercy that they were headed to a protected city and not into the wilderness. The three large freight ships were called down and guided to the side of a large mountain, where a huge hangar would quickly become apparent. Rows of AI waited to guide them in, standing like military officials as they worked meticulously. With the freight ships landed, ramps came down to allow the prisoners to take their first steps out into their new home.
A stage had been set up with a podium at the front of the hangar and a frazzled, tired looking Jeslyn stood there with cracked glasses and torn up clothes. He hadn’t had time to buy new clothes when he had so little time to prepare the city for its new citizens. He hadn’t done it alone, however, Kaelee had helped him and she stood beside him on the stage, along with the crew of The Defiance who had also offered their help in the wake of Blackout. His face peered down at them from the podium but also from the large holoscreen behind his head that focused directly on his face.
Groups of prisoners and guards gathered in front of him and finally the doctor addressed the group.
“Liberated peoples of blackout.” He began, looking across the crowds, certainly not used to addressing a crowd outside of a biology conference “Welcome to New Haven. I expect you are all exhausted so I will keep this short.” Adjusting his cracked glasses, he leaned forward into the microphone a little further.
“Before I was captured by Lux, I was given this city for my studies. The city was intended as a safe refuge for people from all walks of life away from the scrutiny of the federation, but that in no way means this will be a lawless and dangerous city. So I name it now, in honour of you, the first citizens to inhabit it; New Haven.”
Leaning back he adjusted his collar, otherwise tired and stoic with nothing else to give away any nerves he might be feeling.
“Food and water are ready for you in the town hall, and A.I are waiting to assign your initial living arrangements.” He spotted the many men and women in black uniforms wearing white bands and pointed to them “Defectors of Blackout, step forward.” He called.
They all hesitated.
“You aren’t going to be killed, step forwards.” He quipped more sharply and the group came to the front of the stage “You are going to the soup kitchen now to serve your ex-prisoners as a symbol of humility and peace. If the crew of The Defiance would please take them there now.” He nodded to Kaelee and leaned over to quietly ask if she was 'ok with that'.
Back to the prisoners “Follow them now to the city hall where you can rest until your arrangements are made. In the next few days there will be job listings for you all to pick from if you intend to stay and work here…we have thousands of positions open and needing to be filled. All pilots who are looking for immediate work please report to me tomorrow at my office in the city hall. We need drivers immediately to transport food into the city. Everyone get some rest, and eat well… you have earned it all.”
A pause and a rather more serious knit of his brows formed.
“And please, whatever you have been through. No fighting. See this as a time of change.” And with that the screen turned off and A.I stepped forward to guide prisoners and answer questions, leading them out of the hangar and into the large, inter-cave city. It was large and pristine, which might make one thankful that the hangar they’d all used was within walking distance of the city hall. Doctor Tur’uk turned off the screen but stayed to watch the swaths of prisoners pass by, nodding to anyone who might look his way and doing his best to reassure. He knew the city seemed too good to be true for them, yet here it was.
A stage had been set up with a podium at the front of the hangar and a frazzled, tired looking Jeslyn stood there with cracked glasses and torn up clothes. He hadn’t had time to buy new clothes when he had so little time to prepare the city for its new citizens. He hadn’t done it alone, however, Kaelee had helped him and she stood beside him on the stage, along with the crew of The Defiance who had also offered their help in the wake of Blackout. His face peered down at them from the podium but also from the large holoscreen behind his head that focused directly on his face.
Groups of prisoners and guards gathered in front of him and finally the doctor addressed the group.
“Liberated peoples of blackout.” He began, looking across the crowds, certainly not used to addressing a crowd outside of a biology conference “Welcome to New Haven. I expect you are all exhausted so I will keep this short.” Adjusting his cracked glasses, he leaned forward into the microphone a little further.
“Before I was captured by Lux, I was given this city for my studies. The city was intended as a safe refuge for people from all walks of life away from the scrutiny of the federation, but that in no way means this will be a lawless and dangerous city. So I name it now, in honour of you, the first citizens to inhabit it; New Haven.”
Leaning back he adjusted his collar, otherwise tired and stoic with nothing else to give away any nerves he might be feeling.
“Food and water are ready for you in the town hall, and A.I are waiting to assign your initial living arrangements.” He spotted the many men and women in black uniforms wearing white bands and pointed to them “Defectors of Blackout, step forward.” He called.
They all hesitated.
“You aren’t going to be killed, step forwards.” He quipped more sharply and the group came to the front of the stage “You are going to the soup kitchen now to serve your ex-prisoners as a symbol of humility and peace. If the crew of The Defiance would please take them there now.” He nodded to Kaelee and leaned over to quietly ask if she was 'ok with that'.
Back to the prisoners “Follow them now to the city hall where you can rest until your arrangements are made. In the next few days there will be job listings for you all to pick from if you intend to stay and work here…we have thousands of positions open and needing to be filled. All pilots who are looking for immediate work please report to me tomorrow at my office in the city hall. We need drivers immediately to transport food into the city. Everyone get some rest, and eat well… you have earned it all.”
A pause and a rather more serious knit of his brows formed.
“And please, whatever you have been through. No fighting. See this as a time of change.” And with that the screen turned off and A.I stepped forward to guide prisoners and answer questions, leading them out of the hangar and into the large, inter-cave city. It was large and pristine, which might make one thankful that the hangar they’d all used was within walking distance of the city hall. Doctor Tur’uk turned off the screen but stayed to watch the swaths of prisoners pass by, nodding to anyone who might look his way and doing his best to reassure. He knew the city seemed too good to be true for them, yet here it was.
Description:
New Haven is a city available for roleplay on Tyton. It is an Area Beyond Galaxy Jurisdiction (ABGJ), meaning that Galaxy Federation have no influence here. It is open for all sorts from all walks of life, from all branches of normalcy or crime. The immediate citizens are over 4000 mixed alien and android prisoners freed from Blackout, 49 defected prison guards, a number of mercenaries that helped in the fall of Blackout that are currently stationed there and the elite agents of Lux who also defected and are trying to lie low.
The city is currently watched by roaming A.I guards, though applications are being taken for a living guard sect, and managers of businesses to hire their own men on. New Haven is very much in its infancy, things are still being put in place. It will take some time for it to start working independently but that simply means it is a perfect time to come and set up a business.
Tyton itself is a dangerous land and peace has not yet been forged with the natives. Adventurers will be paid for discoveries and samples, but all are sought at their own risk. Citizens are advised not to leave the confines of the mountain to roam the wilderness.
Ex-prisoners, homeless and poor folk:
There are initiatives in place to help ex-prisoners, homeless and poor folk get back into society. There are communal living areas that are admittedly not in great condition despite being brand new buildings because the city’s funding is spread very thinly at the moment helping everyone. There are food stamps in place, city benefits for low-income and careers available through city hall’s career advisors.
There are initiatives in place to help ex-prisoners, homeless and poor folk get back into society. There are communal living areas that are admittedly not in great condition despite being brand new buildings because the city’s funding is spread very thinly at the moment helping everyone. There are food stamps in place, city benefits for low-income and careers available through city hall’s career advisors.
Starting a Business in New Haven:
New Haven is still budding and growing. As a new city there are a slew of empty buildings and businesses ripe for the picking. Starting a business in the city comes with benefits meant to encourage the economy’s growth. New Business owners in NH receive:
New Haven is still budding and growing. As a new city there are a slew of empty buildings and businesses ripe for the picking. Starting a business in the city comes with benefits meant to encourage the economy’s growth. New Business owners in NH receive:
- 3 months tax free business ownership.
- A business grant for small, medium or large businesses with no background on other planets.
- Access to discounts for shipping costs.
Who and What is allowed in New Haven?:
Criminals and general citizens are allowed in New Haven. It’s meant to be a hub for all sorts to thrive, however order is enforced by the New Haven Guard (NHG) headed by the secretary of defence; Ara Liahice. The key people who aren’t allowed into the city are those who are a direct threat to the city such as Lux terrorists. Illegal wares can be sold on in the city, meaning that its black market has thrived here.
Customs:
Customs checks those entering and leaving New Haven who don't have a citizenship but is fairly lax, relying on its in-city security to keep the peace. Customs flags those who might threaten the safety of the city on a whole for further checks by security e.g:
Criminals and general citizens are allowed in New Haven. It’s meant to be a hub for all sorts to thrive, however order is enforced by the New Haven Guard (NHG) headed by the secretary of defence; Ara Liahice. The key people who aren’t allowed into the city are those who are a direct threat to the city such as Lux terrorists. Illegal wares can be sold on in the city, meaning that its black market has thrived here.
Customs:
Customs checks those entering and leaving New Haven who don't have a citizenship but is fairly lax, relying on its in-city security to keep the peace. Customs flags those who might threaten the safety of the city on a whole for further checks by security e.g:
- Pirates
- GalFed
- Terrorists (E.g: Lux Aeterna)
New Haven Holidays:
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- Liberation Day – 20th June – The day Blackout fell and liberated prisoners arrived on New Haven. It’s to be celebrated by street parties serving soup kitchen type foods to all such as soup and stews with breads. Bonfires to burn wooden shackles in are to represent the escape from slavery and in defiance of Lux. Songs are sung around the fires to remember those lost. Humans wear white bands as allies to show their support. The mayor gives a speech outside city hall at the main street party.
- Unnamed Halloween-Like Holiday – Oct
- Unnamed Christmas-Like Holiday – Dec
Businesses In New Haven
- The Hummingbird - Well known for its noodles and bouncy red-head owner, the main Hummingbird restaurant was located on Abaddon. Now in New Haven it's fondly remembered for its part kind efforts to feed the liberated prisoners when they arrived. It's located in the NH hangar on The Defiance.
- Inverted Gravity - THE place to be. The pumpingest, poppingest night club in New Haven. Well known for its live music venues and performances at the weekends, it's a great place to get yourself known as a musician in the city. Well known for being Enfield's chosen music venue. Its colour scheme is blue and purple and it boasts a large holovision backed stage.
- On the Rocks - A pub, plain and simple. Rowdy at times with a close-knit local community that isn't too fond of humans until they get to know them. Serves classic pub food with an alien twist...the special hotdogs have crispy tentacles in them!
- Den of Sieves - On the prowl for something sweet and fruity? Something fluffy, tart, and ooey-gooey? Something delicious and buttery and chocolate-too-y?
- The Blue Lily - An expensive, Japanese inspired restaurant with a bath house combination that specialized in tea. It has indoor gardens and a broad variety of flowers
- Lotso Burgers - It's a big ol' greasy burger franchise started exclusively in NH by liberated prisoners that came together to start their lives again. They're the best burgers in NH!
- The Fisherman's Hook - One of the more pricey restaurants of New Haven. It has a wide-range of exotic seafood dishes from various planets, for any race to enjoy. Well-known for its expensive wines and unique desserts as well. Unlike other establishments, it's only open in the evening.
- World Mart - They're everywhere. You can't escape this supermarket. The early establishment of World Mart shops in New Haven ensured food was available to new visitors early on.
- The Parts Market - A market inside a large warehouse where parts such as cybernetics, ships, ship components, computers, A.I and other valuable or useless junk are sold either legally or illegally. Also has auctions.
- The RyVal Body Shop - A modern, sleek, glass-fronted shop occupied by the Liahice twins and their creations, a mix of Speeders, Mech's and A.I.
- The New Haven Chronicle - A meddlesome tabloid run by Zofia Dituri that's popular among the people. However, it's gaining a reputation among some for exaggerating or falsely reporting various occurrences with obvious bias.
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