Eagle's Empyrean

 is a station in the outer circle of Eleutheria. The working Reach Transit Relay is located "anticlockwise" from the port.

=Log Entries= ''A neon blaze in the dark: the Eagle's Empyrean! Once they were allies of London. Today, the relationship is more nuanced.'' The Eagle's Empyrean has been hung here like a lamp, amidst the fathomless dark of Eleutheria. This part of the sky has been claimed by the Eagle Khan.

Agitated by the fierce neon, the useless cat yowls until someone closes the shutters. In his eagerness to be of value, the dog has made a tooth-marked war zone of the pantry. Incognito Princess: "The Khan does ransom important prisoners, yes? Just in case." Repentant Devil: "The Khans have always been more suspicious of devils than London was." ''The Fatalistic Signalman looks enviously at the Empyrean's electrical glow. "Could have used that in the Reach."'' ''The Incautious Driver sighs wistfully. "I wish the Empyrean sold more of its toys."'' ''Your Aunt is brushing up on her Norwegian. "One should regularly broaden one's mind."'' ''"First rule of the skies," says the Vagabond. "Just because you fear the darkness doesn't mean you can trust the light."'' ''"The Empyrean! Isn't it glorious?" He frowns. "I just wish it weren't alone out here."''

=The Lane of Lions and Unicorns= ''A little piece of Albion on the edge of the Empyrean. Here Her Majesty's Embassy works tirelessly to maintain cordial relations with the Empyreals.''

London's Enclave
''Her Majesty's Embassy dominates this little street, but the Eagle stands above the Lion and the Unicorn on the street-sign. London and the Khanate worked together to enter the High Wilderness; but their alliance since has been tenuous. It is preserved only by desperate diplomatic endeavour and a number of carefully preserved fictions regarding what the other is up to.''

Interactions

The London Embassy
''The Ambassador greets you in his study. Instead of a fire burning in the hearth, there is an electrical heater that smells faintly of burning hair. Everything else is comfortingly old-fashioned, from the creaking leather of the armchairs, to the vintage of brandy in the drinks cabinet.''

Interactions

The Bespectacled Official
''"He greets you at his customary table in the park, wearing a warm smile so genuine, it must be practised. "Ah, Addressed As(SpeechFormal). Will you join me in playing my favourite game?" It is clear he is not speaking of mahjong, though the table is set and ready for a polite round."''

Trigger conditions

Known to the Bespectacled Official ≥ 1

Interactions

Hire on Crew
"Many potential workers lurk by the London Embassy. Their Empyrean visas have expired, but they've no way away from the port. " ''Game note: You will only be able to do this once every 15 days. ''

Interactions

Recruit a Felined Eccentric
"A woman sits at the station-side in oil-stained overalls. Three overfed, baleful cats lounge near her. "I'm looking for work," she says, climbing to her feet. The cats observe you with naked hostility. "I'm afraid they're part of the package," she says, indicating them. " ''Game note: Officers require a sign-on fee. ''

Trigger conditions

Airs of Officers ≤ 33, Felined Eccentric ≤ 0, Felined Eccentric's End ≤ 0,

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=The Empyrean= ''The electric-and-neon jewel in the Eagle Khan's crown, and the only Empyrean city in the High Wilderness. A solitary bastion of brightness in the long night of Eleutheria.''

An Outrider prepares for launch
''Beyond the city, the Eagle's latest ship prepares to head out into the heavens. Around the docks, the crowd does its part by releasing paper lanterns into the night air and cheering the skyfaring heroes.''

Trigger conditions

Date ≥ An Opportunity in the Eagle's Empyrean, An Opportunity in the Eagle's Empyrean ≥ 1

Interactions

Repair your Locomotive
''The engineers of Illuminated Engineering are locomotive experts. They are not permitted to share their knowledge with Londoners – but, if you'll step away from the yard while they work, will happily repair your engine. It'll cost, of course.''

Interactions

The Visa Checkpoint
''A modest checkpoint stands at the end of the Lane of Lions and Unicorns. Visitors to the Empyrean must have their papers checked. There is a queue to get past the guards, but it moves efficiently.''

Interactions

Progress through the streets
''Each street is lit by evenly placed electric lights. The light is cold, and casts hard shadows. Empyrean citizens hurry by in silks and cloth. There is always somewhere to be in the Empyrean. All who live here work. There is no space for idleness.''

Trigger conditions

Empyrean Encounter ≥ 1

Interactions

Recruit the Stalwart Navigator
"He is discriminating when it comes to captains. Your locomotive has caught his attention. " ''Game note: Officers require a sign-on fee. ''

Trigger conditions

Stalwart Navigator ≤ 0, Navigator's End ≥ 10 Fortunate Navigator ≤ 0,

Interactions

=Eagle's Empyrean Ambitions= Warning: these pages contain spoilers for you captains ambition

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Ambition: Acquire Empyrean Ingenuity

=Shops=