Byss

Jeremy · Post by **Jeremy** » 2004-01-11 01:57am

What is Byss?

Post by **Ghost Rider** » 2004-01-11 02:01am

Emperor Palpatine's Headquarters for the Dark Empire era.

Apparently a model world of what he envision the New Order to eventually become.

Darth Raptor · Post by **Darth Raptor** » 2004-01-11 02:42am

An Imperial stronghold in the Deep Core. It held many secrets, including a cloning facility. It was the resurrected Palpatine's throne world. I think it was destroyed.

Wild Karrde · Post by **Wild Karrde** » 2004-01-11 02:53am

It was destroyed.

R2 hacked into the Eclipse II and had it ram the Galaxy Gun protected by the Imperial fleet at Byss.

When the Galaxy Gun was rammed it misfired a missle at Byss, taking out the planet and most of the Imperial fleet along with it.

Stofsk · Post by **Stofsk** » 2004-01-11 03:14am

Wild Karrde wrote:It was destroyed.

R2 hacked into the Eclipse II and had it ram the Galaxy Gun protected by the Imperial fleet at Byss.

When the Galaxy Gun was rammed it misfired a missle at Byss, taking out the planet and most of the Imperial fleet along with it.

Wow. R2 kicks so much arse.

I suppose I should ask what the Galaxy Gun is?

Post by **Sea Skimmer** » 2004-01-11 03:18am

Stofsk wrote:
Wild Karrde wrote:It was destroyed.

R2 hacked into the Eclipse II and had it ram the Galaxy Gun protected by the Imperial fleet at Byss.

When the Galaxy Gun was rammed it misfired a missle at Byss, taking out the planet and most of the Imperial fleet along with it.
Wow. R2 kicks so much arse. I suppose I should ask what the Galaxy Gun is?

Its a giant missile launcher, the missiles can travel through hyperspace, pierce planetary shields and then destroy the targeted planet.

Wild Karrde · Post by **Wild Karrde** » 2004-01-11 03:30am

Sea Skimmer wrote:Its a giant missile launcher, the missiles can travel through hyperspace, pierce planetary shields and then destroy the targeted planet.

Another interesting note on it is that it can vary in yield. Ranging anywhere from a full out planet detroyer all the way down to a simple base destroyer.

Sarevok · Post by **Sarevok** » 2004-01-11 03:38am

Galaxy gun missiles are a chain reaction weapon not a DET device.

YT300000 · Post by **YT300000** » 2004-01-11 01:47pm

Wild Karrde wrote:It was destroyed.

R2 hacked into the Eclipse II and had it ram the Galaxy Gun protected by the Imperial fleet at Byss.

When the Galaxy Gun was rammed it misfired a missle at Byss, taking out the planet and most of the Imperial fleet along with it.

Four years later, Kyle Katarn and Jaden Korr flew to the magically reformed planet.

Don't you love continuity?

LobsterZoidberg · Post by **LobsterZoidberg** » 2004-01-11 02:09pm

I thought that mission took place in the debris field made up of the remains of Byss- the actual gameplay takes place on an imperial dreadnaught that tractors you in.

MKSheppard · Post by **MKSheppard** » 2004-01-11 02:28pm

Dark Empire Sourcebook wrote:
Byss
Byss was the secret capital of the Emperor's revived Empire. It is a mythic world, bathed in the Dark Side of the Force, in the heart of the Deep Core. This planet is reputed to be a peaceful and beautiful world. Orbiting a binary system of a blue star and blue dwarf companion, Byss is bathed in soothing blue-green sunlight, which fluoresces the microscopic life in lake and river chains dotting the surface. Mild seasons result from a minuscule axial tilt and a very stable geologic foundation. Storms, volcanism or other violent phenomena are extremely rare. Even the five moons have little influence on the tides.

There are no rare elements or heavy metals here, so scouts ruled out industrial use. The vegetation that grows in the mediocre soil has an almost primeval quality to it, with lichens and ferns predominating. No indigenous intelligent species evolved here and what native life there is, while largely nocturnal, is safe to observe.

Covered by wind-smoothed plateaus and canyons, this world is legendary for the calming and reputedly invigorating effect of its balmy climate. It was inevitable that the Emperor, frequently exhausted from his intense studies and the burden of rule, chose Byss as the location for his prime vacation palace. Here was a beautiful planet, safely hidden from the prying eyes of the galaxy. Natural islands and spectacular pre-Expansion Era ruins would be left intact.

When the Emperor chose this world for his private reserve, no expense was spared. His personal architectural staff was granted carte blanche to build a citadel to Palpatine's hubris. Slaves and machinery were brought by the specially trained space pilots using encoded astrogation systems to reach Byss. It took years, but soon the planet gleamed with oddly shaped and ornate towers and complexes.

Of course, this world was not to be only for Palpatine's use. Quite the contrary: enormous leisure and habitation complexes were included in the original designs. Incredulous as the designers were, his orders were obeyed. Soon, enormous cities and resorts spread across the planet. Little could they suspect the true purpose behind this largess — Palpatine planned for millions to permanently reside here, where he and his minions could use their Dark Side skills to feed off their life energy.

Accordingly, a legend was created. A legend of a mystic siren world, whose surreal shores and glimmering oceans held the promise of contentment unattainable anywhere else. Millions applied for visas to this mysterious world, but few ever suspected Byss lay in the Deep Core itself.

Meanwhile, Imperial Intelligence painstakingly sifted innumerable dossiers to find those most suited to the Emperor's needs. Of these, a few million per month were chosen and transported to Byss in secret. Upon arrival at Byss, they live out the rest of their lives in harmless amusements and pageants. All communications to loved ones are censored to perpetuate the myth and secrecy of this distant world.

The Imperial Citadel
Sprawling across a whole continent, the Imperial control sector is unquestionably the dark heart of Palpatine's New Order. The Imperial section is a deceptive paradise, with colorful plazas and public buildings camouflaging a massively armed and shielded defensive zone. Shipyards, fighter bases and military barracks for an entire army add to the protective enclave. Every building is dotted with the latest defense turbolasers and shock fields.

At the center of the control sector is the Emperor's Citadel, the fortress from which the new Empire is ruled. It has its own regiment of Imperial Sovereign Protectors as a house guard. Combined with the weaponry available from the defense zone, the fortress is virtually impregnable to any attack.

Looming several kilometers above the rest of the security zone, the Imperial Citadel is an ominous black spire. Inside the mazelike halls are all the facilities and computer systems necessary to command the Empire, including HoloNet communication modules, subspace transceivers and comm systems. The lower levels contain a personal audience chamber, viewing rooms and the palatial private apartments.

There is a private landing bay, baths, and barracks for three legions of stormtroopers, 400 Sovereign Protectors and 600 Sentinels, and enough guest space to house dozens of Imperial Advisors in accustomed splendor. To amuse the resident courtiers, there are gladiatorial arenas, a mock combat tank, libraries, museums, internal gardens and a menagerie of exotic beasts.

For those who incur the Emperor's displeasure there is a dungeon equipped with interrogation tools terrifying beyond belief. The revived Inquisitorius is based in this section of the Citadel.

Deep Inside the Citadel is the most sinister aspect of the Emperor's prototype model society. Long ago, when Palpatine first gained control over the awesome power of the Jedi Holocron, he built his Clone Labs and Dark Side sanctuary here. Training his most select servants in the ways of corruption, he made them into Dark Side Adepts, and with them, pushed the frontiers of the "science of darkness." They rediscovered forgotten and long taboo applications of the Force, chief among them the draining of life itself from the populace. What better lure for multitudes than Byss's siren call of beauty and peace? Once there, their wills are destroyed by the Emperor and his Adepts, and replaced with an illusion of tranquillity as they blissfully surrender their life energy to sustain the Emperor.

The Clone Labs
The Clone Labs are where lost science is exploited to the fullest. In it is a full library of Dark Side texts for the master's personal study. A private meditation chamber is adjacent to this library, including a small rest cubicle. Contrasting with this are his collection rooms, which are filled with ancient works of art, holo-tapestries and fine mosaics. Most precious of all is the Emperor's collection of lightsabers taken from Jedi he has killed.

In the center of the Clone Lab complex is the Clone Vat Chamber itself. At any given time, there are at least a dozen clones in all states of growth, floating suspended in nutrient tanks, waiting for a time when the Emperor will use his powers to animate these inert forms and emerge reborn. The clones are tended night and day by the Clone Keepers and their leader, a special Dark Side Adept called the Constable of Homunculi.

The Imperial Freight Complex
As the Emperor prepared for his renewed assault on the Republic, Byss became a military staging area, refueling depot and stopover station. Traffic is still tightly controlled, but now hundreds of ships arrive on an hourly basis. As the orbiting armada gains in strength, materials and equipment of all sorts are at an all-time premium. Dozens of traders and spacers can be found in the Imperial Freight Complex located at the outskirts of the ruling city.

A three kilometer wide tower reaches from ground level to low orbit, 168 kilometers up, It is tethered to an orbital satellite, with repulsorlift generators for additional stability. The Freight Complex is where shippers, and corporate and independent ships bring military supplies and other goods to Byss. Whether it is exotic weaponry, data chips or advanced alloy hull plating, licensed Deep Core Haulers pilots can be found delivering their cargoes to the Freight Complex. Security is very tight, with Hunter-Killer probe droids and Guardian-class patrol ships thick as rockmites on Banthas.

To accommodate the smugglers, a complex of bistros, cabarets and leisure facilities have been built in the complex and at ground level in the spacer zones of the city. Located near the docking cradles, these businesses offer anything spacers could desire. The most popular of these is the Byss Bistro. Considered a "dive" by many corporate franchise flyers, its regular patrons swear by its atmosphere. Spacers of any species can always find something edible on the eclectic menu. Those looking for a freelance spacer are likely to find a candidate in the Bistro relaxing, negotiating deals and trading stories.

Illuminatus Primus · Post by **Illuminatus Primus** » 2004-01-11 02:35pm

YT300000 wrote:Four years later, Kyle Katarn and Jaden Korr flew to the magically reformed planet.

Don't you love continuity?

Do you set down on the surface?

Crazedwraith · Post by **Crazedwraith** » 2004-01-11 02:41pm

YT300000 wrote:
Wild Karrde wrote:It was destroyed.

R2 hacked into the Eclipse II and had it ram the Galaxy Gun protected by the Imperial fleet at Byss.

When the Galaxy Gun was rammed it misfired a missle at Byss, taking out the planet and most of the Imperial fleet along with it.
Four years later, Kyle Katarn and Jaden Korr flew to the magically reformed planet.

Don't you love continuity?

There are TWO planet bysses one was the impeiral capital in the Deep core. And the other is the home planet of the Abyssin.

YT300000 · Post by **YT300000** » 2004-01-11 02:45pm

Crazedwraith wrote:
YT300000 wrote:
Wild Karrde wrote:It was destroyed.

R2 hacked into the Eclipse II and had it ram the Galaxy Gun protected by the Imperial fleet at Byss.

When the Galaxy Gun was rammed it misfired a missle at Byss, taking out the planet and most of the Imperial fleet along with it.
Four years later, Kyle Katarn and Jaden Korr flew to the magically reformed planet.

Don't you love continuity?
There are TWO planet bysses one was the impeiral capital in the Deep core. And the other is the home planet of the Abyssin.

The other is called Abyss.

Crazedwraith · Post by **Crazedwraith** » 2004-01-11 02:54pm

YT300000 wrote:
Crazedwraith wrote:
YT300000 wrote: Four years later, Kyle Katarn and Jaden Korr flew to the magically reformed planet.

Don't you love continuity?
There are TWO planet bysses one was the impeiral capital in the Deep core. And the other is the home planet of the Abyssin.
The other is called Abyss.

Not according to my encylopidea Abyss is one of the stars in that system though

Ender · Post by **Ender** » 2004-01-11 03:07pm

YT300000 wrote:
Crazedwraith wrote:
YT300000 wrote: Four years later, Kyle Katarn and Jaden Korr flew to the magically reformed planet.

Don't you love continuity?
There are TWO planet bysses one was the impeiral capital in the Deep core. And the other is the home planet of the Abyssin.
The other is called Abyss.

Abyss is the star, Byss is the planet

Jeremy · Post by **Jeremy** » 2004-01-11 03:56pm

Ahh, another genocide to the rebels' corner.

Thanks.

Illuminatus Primus · Post by **Illuminatus Primus** » 2004-01-11 03:58pm

Jeremy wrote:Ahh, another genocide to the rebels' corner.

Thanks.

Yeah, the Empire's planet-destroying weapons accidently blowing up their own capital is the NR's moral responsibility just because they chose to destroy it?

Ender · Post by **Ender** » 2004-01-11 04:01pm

Illuminatus Primus wrote:
Jeremy wrote:Ahh, another genocide to the rebels' corner.

Thanks.
Yeah, the Empire's planet-destroying weapons accidently blowing up their own capital is the NR's moral responsibility just because they chose to destroy it?

In the same sense that Endor is, yes.

Illuminatus Primus · Post by **Illuminatus Primus** » 2004-01-11 04:04pm

Ender wrote:
Illuminatus Primus wrote:
Jeremy wrote:Ahh, another genocide to the rebels' corner.

Thanks.
Yeah, the Empire's planet-destroying weapons accidently blowing up their own capital is the NR's moral responsibility just because they chose to destroy it?
In the same sense that Endor is, yes.

Not true. The Rebellion knew Endor was dead when they planned to blow up the DS II.

The Eclipse II was merely supposed to trash the Galaxy Gun. The misfire which destroyed Byss was a fluke.

First example, they knew they were going to kill a planet and did it anyway. Second, they unintentionally did so destroying a weapon that the Imperials made too easily capable of misfiring and stuck in orbit around an inhabited planet in order to stop the destruction of many worlds which had already begun and would continue.

Lord Pounder · Post by **Lord Pounder** » 2004-01-11 04:07pm

YT300000 wrote:
Wild Karrde wrote:It was destroyed.

R2 hacked into the Eclipse II and had it ram the Galaxy Gun protected by the Imperial fleet at Byss.

When the Galaxy Gun was rammed it misfired a missle at Byss, taking out the planet and most of the Imperial fleet along with it.
Four years later, Kyle Katarn and Jaden Korr flew to the magically reformed planet.

Don't you love continuity?

Where you awake when you played Jedi Academy? In the mission briefing Byss was a cluster of astroids, which kinda resembeled a destroyed planet don't ya think. The mission the perputal n00b memtions takes place inside an Imperial Dreadnaught. Byss is gone.

YT300000 · Post by **YT300000** » 2004-01-11 07:54pm

Lord Pounder wrote:
YT300000 wrote:
Wild Karrde wrote:It was destroyed.

R2 hacked into the Eclipse II and had it ram the Galaxy Gun protected by the Imperial fleet at Byss.

When the Galaxy Gun was rammed it misfired a missle at Byss, taking out the planet and most of the Imperial fleet along with it.
Four years later, Kyle Katarn and Jaden Korr flew to the magically reformed planet.

Don't you love continuity?
Where you awake when you played Jedi Academy? In the mission briefing Byss was a cluster of astroids, which kinda resembeled a destroyed planet don't ya think. The mission the perputal n00b memtions takes place inside an Imperial Dreadnaught. Byss is gone.

Remember the part before the Dreadnaught got the Ravens Claw in it's tractor beam? When the Claw was above a large bit of land, very vast and such. Looked like a complete planet. Asteroid field? Where? Oh, in that small little picture in the top right corner of the screen? Never noticed it.

Interesting though, whenever I make my bimonthly mistake, someone jumps on me screaming "perpetual n00b!1!1!!!1" but when they make mistakes, more often than I do, I remain silent. Hmm...

Darth Mall · Post by **Darth Mall** » 2004-01-11 08:21pm

I thought that the galaxy gun "dissolved" the planet in a chain reaction... so wouldn't there be no asteroid belt

YT300000 · Post by **YT300000** » 2004-01-11 09:05pm

Oh, and I've never read DE.

Illuminatus Primus · Post by **Illuminatus Primus** » 2004-01-11 09:29pm

Darth Mall wrote:I thought that the galaxy gun "dissolved" the planet in a chain reaction... so wouldn't there be no asteroid belt

No limit fallacy.

Only a small percentage of the mass is converted into energy. Merely looking at the comic shows a huge volume of debris. You can wipe the sarcastic eye roll away, newb.