St Sebastian’s Redoubt - Revision history

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	From 593.M41 onwards, the Redoubt suffered from a series of purges, schisms and rebellions. Starting in 593, then-Cardinal [[Grulge]] dispatched one of his closest allies, Archdeacon Esme Rauchstadt to take control of the Redoubt. She led a cultural revolution amongst the students and faculty of the Ecclesiarchy’s place of learning, displacing the Abbot and seizing control with the help of a garrison of Fidelis Militia. Mass trials, accusatory meetings, struggle sessions, arrests and disappearances followed, taking a grim toll on those not loyal to the Cardinal.		From 593.M41 onwards, the Redoubt suffered from a series of purges, schisms and rebellions. Starting in 593, then-Cardinal [[Grulge]] dispatched one of his closest allies, Archdeacon Esme Rauchstadt to take control of the Redoubt. She led a cultural revolution amongst the students and faculty of the Ecclesiarchy’s place of learning, displacing the Abbot and seizing control with the help of a garrison of Fidelis Militia. Mass trials, accusatory meetings, struggle sessions, arrests and disappearances followed, taking a grim toll on those not loyal to the Cardinal.

	Following the unmasking of Grulge as a [[~~Temple of the Saviour Emperor~~\|heretic]], the Redoubt as primary seminary of the Prosperitas Sector fell under direct rule of the Temple. Arch-Militant Scyre Parnassus led the military contingent and was responsible for repressive and brutal purges.		Following the unmasking of Grulge as a [[The_Ecclesiarchy_Sects_of_the_Prosperitas_Sector#The_Rise_and_Fall_of_the_Temple_of_the_Saviour_Emperor\|heretic]], the Redoubt as primary seminary of the Prosperitas Sector fell under direct rule of the Temple. Arch-Militant Scyre Parnassus led the military contingent and was responsible for repressive and brutal purges.

	In [[Sector_Report_X\|597.M41]], following the news of the death of Arch-Militant Parnassus on [[Nivalis]], the Redoubt experienced a sudden and bloody revolution. Ordinarily meek clerks and menials of the station erupted into surprisingly well-drilled violence. It transpires they have been leant backbone by effort of the students of the Scarlet Wing’s Schola Progenium, many of whom are now clearly on-track for the Officio Praefectus. The framework of the ‘sudden’ rebellion was painstakingly constructed over the years of the Silence by a visiting Commissar, [[Prosperitas_Dramatis_Personae#Crusade_Forces\|Demelza Quinn]].		In [[Sector_Report_X\|597.M41]], following the news of the death of Arch-Militant Parnassus on [[Nivalis]], the Redoubt experienced a sudden and bloody revolution. Ordinarily meek clerks and menials of the station erupted into surprisingly well-drilled violence. It transpires they have been leant backbone by effort of the students of the Scarlet Wing’s Schola Progenium, many of whom are now clearly on-track for the Officio Praefectus. The framework of the ‘sudden’ rebellion was painstakingly constructed over the years of the Silence by a visiting Commissar, [[Prosperitas_Dramatis_Personae#Crusade_Forces\|Demelza Quinn]].

	Few in the Sector entirely expect the Commissariat to accept an Ecclesiarchy governor on the Redoubt again until the ranks of the Ministorum in the Sector have been thoroughly cleansed. The Redoubt thus currently falls under the governance of Commissar Quinn.		Few in the Sector entirely expect the Commissariat to accept an Ecclesiarchy governor on the Redoubt again until the ranks of the Ministorum in the Sector have been thoroughly cleansed. The Redoubt thus currently falls under the governance of Commissar Quinn.

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	''“Lovely buttresses. Fantastic ceilings. Amazing arches. ~~Shame about Ricardo;~~ went on a stroll in the crypts, never came out again. Apparently easy to do~~; always one for going on without a companion, always knew it’d be the death of him~~. Buttery in the Guest’s Common Room is exquisite; I recommend the jam custard, which is apparently a traditional recipe.” – Travel Diary of Lucius di Firro, 574.M41''		''“Lovely buttresses. Fantastic ceilings. Amazing arches. I'm told the last tourist party who visited went on a stroll in the crypts, never came out again. Apparently easy to do. Buttery in the Guest’s Common Room is exquisite; I recommend the jam custard, which is apparently a traditional recipe.” – Travel Diary of Lucius di Firro, 574.M41''

	=== About St Sebastian’s Redoubt ===		=== About St Sebastian’s Redoubt ===
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	There are among the students and scholars of the Redoubt always rumours of hidden secrets of the place. Strange things that lurk in some of the darker and more forgotten corridors of the Redoubt. Crypts without exits, only entrances. Hallways and great halls only seen in half-forgotten midnight walks by those walking out alone to prove their bravery. This is, generally, considered mostly nonsense by those in charge; but vigilance remains. This dark citadel, suspended on a sunbeam – though its halls fill with the Emperor’s light and those who chant his name song – may still hold some secrets still.		There are among the students and scholars of the Redoubt always rumours of hidden secrets of the place. Strange things that lurk in some of the darker and more forgotten corridors of the Redoubt. Crypts without exits, only entrances. Hallways and great halls only seen in half-forgotten midnight walks by those walking out alone to prove their bravery. This is, generally, considered mostly nonsense by those in charge; but vigilance remains. This dark citadel, suspended on a sunbeam – though its halls fill with the Emperor’s light and those who chant his name song – may still hold some secrets still.

	=== ~~Purges and Schisms - 593.M41~~ ===		=== Recent History ===

	~~Dismissive of~~ the ~~loyalties~~ of ~~the Abbot of the Redoubt~~, then-Cardinal Grulge dispatched one of his closest allies, Archdeacon Esme Rauchstadt to take control of the Redoubt ~~from~~ those ~~opposed~~ to ~~his increasingly tight grip on~~ the ~~sectors Priesthood~~.		From 593.M41 onwards, the Redoubt suffered from a series of purges, schisms and rebellions. Starting in 593, then-Cardinal [[Grulge]] dispatched one of his closest allies, Archdeacon Esme Rauchstadt to take control of the Redoubt. She led a cultural revolution amongst the students and faculty of the Ecclesiarchy’s place of learning, displacing the Abbot and seizing control with the help of a garrison of Fidelis Militia. Mass trials, accusatory meetings, struggle sessions, arrests and disappearances followed, taking a grim toll on those not loyal to the Cardinal.

	~~Archdeacon Rauchstadt lead something~~ of a ~~cultural revolution amongst the students and faculty~~ of the ~~Ecclesiarchy’s place of learning. The current Abbot was displaced~~, ~~and~~ the ~~Archdeacon was installed~~ as the ~~Abbot~~ of the ~~faculty there~~. ~~The garrisoning of several elements of~~ the ~~Fidelis Militia on the facility seems to confirm that the Cardinal has, indeed, seized control of it from his enemies~~.		Following the unmasking of Grulge as a [[Temple of the Saviour Emperor\|heretic]], the Redoubt as primary seminary of the Prosperitas Sector fell under direct rule of the Temple. Arch-Militant Scyre Parnassus led the military contingent and was responsible for repressive and brutal purges.

	~~A program~~ of ~~'debating' those members~~ of ~~the faculty not loyal to the Cardinal spread through the seminary, carefully arranged and organized~~, the ~~mass trials~~ and ~~accusatory meetings followed clear~~ and ~~meticulously prearranged patterns~~. ~~Dramatic devices such as staging, props, working scripts, agitators, and climactic moments were used to efficiently engage~~ the ~~emotions~~ of the ~~audience—to stir up resentment against~~ the ~~targeted groups and mobilize~~ the ~~audience to support~~ the ~~new Regime imposed on~~ the ~~Redoubt~~ by ~~the Cardinal~~.		In [[Sector_Report_X\|597.M41]], following the news of the death of Arch-Militant Parnassus on [[Nivalis]], the Redoubt experienced a sudden and bloody revolution. Ordinarily meek clerks and menials of the station erupted into surprisingly well-drilled violence. It transpires they have been leant backbone by effort of the students of the Scarlet Wing’s Schola Progenium, many of whom are now clearly on-track for the Officio Praefectus. The framework of the ‘sudden’ rebellion was painstakingly constructed over the years of the Silence by a visiting Commissar, [[Prosperitas_Dramatis_Personae#Crusade_Forces\|Demelza Quinn]].

	~~With~~ the ~~added presence of~~ the ~~Fidelis Milita~~ to ~~'arrest' those who eventually, under mass 'debate' admitted to crimes against the Cardinal -~~ the Redoubt ~~fell firmly into their grip.~~		Few in the Sector entirely expect the Commissariat to accept an Ecclesiarchy governor on the Redoubt again until the ranks of the Ministorum in the Sector have been thoroughly cleansed. The Redoubt thus currently falls under the governance of Commissar Quinn.

	~~=== Recent History - Temple Rule ===~~

	~~Following~~ the ~~unmasking of Cardinal Grulge as a heretical member~~ of the ~~proscribed theocratic sect of the Ecclesiarchy, the [[Temple of the Saviour Emperor\|Temple of the Saviour Emperor]], the Redoubt as primary seminary of~~ the ~~Prosperitas~~ Sector ~~fell under direct rule of the Temple. Technically a heretical sect, the Scarlet Wing of the Redoubt has closed indefinitely as the [[Commissariat]] does not wish to~~ been ~~seen to support the heretical sect regardless of its current spiritual influence over the sector~~. ~~Many remain in the Emerald Wing of the~~ Redoubt ~~however, as the Temple continues to use the seminary to induct members into its Heretical sect, seeing themselves as~~ the ~~true spiritual authority~~ of ~~the Sector~~.

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	=== Recent History - Temple Rule ===		=== Recent History - Temple Rule ===

	Following the unmasking of Cardinal Grulge as a heretical member of the proscribed theocratic sect of the Ecclesiarchy, the [[Temple of the Saviour Emperor\|Temple of the Saviour Emperor]], the Redoubt as primary seminary of the Prosperitas Sector fell under direct rule of the Temple. Technically a heretical sect, the Scarlet Wing of the Redoubt has closed indefinitely as the [[Commissariat]] does not wish to been seen to support the heretical sect regardless of its current spiritual influence over the sector. Many remain in the ~~Golden~~ Wing of the ~~redoubt~~ however, as the Temple continues to use the seminary to induct members into its Heretical sect, seeing themselves as the true spiritual authority of the Sector.		Following the unmasking of Cardinal Grulge as a heretical member of the proscribed theocratic sect of the Ecclesiarchy, the [[Temple of the Saviour Emperor\|Temple of the Saviour Emperor]], the Redoubt as primary seminary of the Prosperitas Sector fell under direct rule of the Temple. Technically a heretical sect, the Scarlet Wing of the Redoubt has closed indefinitely as the [[Commissariat]] does not wish to been seen to support the heretical sect regardless of its current spiritual influence over the sector. Many remain in the Emerald Wing of the Redoubt however, as the Temple continues to use the seminary to induct members into its Heretical sect, seeing themselves as the true spiritual authority of the Sector.

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	There are among the students and scholars of the Redoubt always rumours of hidden secrets of the place. Strange things that lurk in some of the darker and more forgotten corridors of the Redoubt. Crypts without exits, only entrances. Hallways and great halls only seen in half-forgotten midnight walks by those walking out alone to prove their bravery. This is, generally, considered mostly nonsense by those in charge; but vigilance remains. This dark citadel, suspended on a sunbeam – though its halls fill with the Emperor’s light and those who chant his name song – may still hold some secrets still.		There are among the students and scholars of the Redoubt always rumours of hidden secrets of the place. Strange things that lurk in some of the darker and more forgotten corridors of the Redoubt. Crypts without exits, only entrances. Hallways and great halls only seen in half-forgotten midnight walks by those walking out alone to prove their bravery. This is, generally, considered mostly nonsense by those in charge; but vigilance remains. This dark citadel, suspended on a sunbeam – though its halls fill with the Emperor’s light and those who chant his name song – may still hold some secrets still.

			=== Purges and Schisms - 593.M41 ===

			Dismissive of the loyalties of the Abbot of the Redoubt, then-Cardinal Grulge dispatched one of his closest allies, Archdeacon Esme Rauchstadt to take control of the Redoubt from those opposed to his increasingly tight grip on the sectors Priesthood.

			Archdeacon Rauchstadt lead something of a cultural revolution amongst the students and faculty of the Ecclesiarchy’s place of learning. The current Abbot was displaced, and the Archdeacon was installed as the Abbot of the faculty there. The garrisoning of several elements of the Fidelis Militia on the facility seems to confirm that the Cardinal has, indeed, seized control of it from his enemies.

			A program of 'debating' those members of the faculty not loyal to the Cardinal spread through the seminary, carefully arranged and organized, the mass trials and accusatory meetings followed clear and meticulously prearranged patterns. Dramatic devices such as staging, props, working scripts, agitators, and climactic moments were used to efficiently engage the emotions of the audience—to stir up resentment against the targeted groups and mobilize the audience to support the new Regime imposed on the Redoubt by the Cardinal.

			With the added presence of the Fidelis Milita to 'arrest' those who eventually, under mass 'debate' admitted to crimes against the Cardinal - the Redoubt fell firmly into their grip.

			=== Recent History - Temple Rule ===

			Following the unmasking of Cardinal Grulge as a heretical member of the proscribed theocratic sect of the Ecclesiarchy, the [[Temple of the Saviour Emperor\|Temple of the Saviour Emperor]], the Redoubt as primary seminary of the Prosperitas Sector fell under direct rule of the Temple. Technically a heretical sect, the Scarlet Wing of the Redoubt has closed indefinitely as the [[Commissariat]] does not wish to been seen to support the heretical sect regardless of its current spiritual influence over the sector. Many remain in the Golden Wing of the redoubt however, as the Temple continues to use the seminary to induct members into its Heretical sect, seeing themselves as the true spiritual authority of the Sector.

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	St Sebastian’s Redoubt – once known as the Raven Estates before its seizing by Imperial Forces is 227.M41 – is, in a very technical sense, a space station. It is built upon a large asteroid forced into a habitable orbit around a young, yellow star. It is in appearance and structure unique, however: the Redoubt takes the form of a gigantic, sprawling castle, hewn from the rock itself. One says “castle” – but really it is a set of castles, and walls, and small forts, and follies; built without apparent forward planning or purpose by whomever it was who built it. The Redoubt is surrounded by a shell of reinforced glasscrete – comparable in strength to that used in some of the most robust Imperial vessels – the walls of which begin about a mile out from the Outer Battlements; the glass extends upwards in a great dome, which reaches its peak directly above the Raven Tower, the highest point on the Redoubt itself. The rest of the asteroid is a sheer jut of barren stone; the only way in, or out of the Redoubt itself is via Dock Alpha (or the “Drawbridge” to its inhabitants), near the base of the dome, where the Redoubt’s own vessels – such as they are – are berthed – and where a shuttle may gain access, although not without express authorisation from those within.		St Sebastian’s Redoubt – once known as the Raven Estates before its seizing by Imperial Forces is 227.M41 – is, in a very technical sense, a space station. It is built upon a large asteroid forced into a habitable orbit around a young, yellow star. It is in appearance and structure unique, however: the Redoubt takes the form of a gigantic, sprawling castle, hewn from the rock itself. One says “castle” – but really it is a set of castles, and walls, and small forts, and follies; built without apparent forward planning or purpose by whomever it was who built it. The Redoubt is surrounded by a shell of reinforced glasscrete – comparable in strength to that used in some of the most robust Imperial vessels – the walls of which begin about a mile out from the Outer Battlements; the glass extends upwards in a great dome, which reaches its peak directly above the Raven Tower, the highest point on the Redoubt itself. The rest of the asteroid is a sheer jut of barren stone; the only way in, or out of the Redoubt itself is via Dock Alpha (or the “Drawbridge” to its inhabitants), near the base of the dome, where the Redoubt’s own vessels – such as they are – are berthed – and where a shuttle may gain access, although not without express authorisation from those within.

	The Redoubt was taken by [[Imperial forces]] in 227.M41, as part of the consolidation of Imperial control of [[~~Astronavigational Information#Subsector Primus\|~~Subsector Primus]] during the Hundred Year Stalemate. It had previously been home to a small order of monks, the Order of the Raven, and many more laity who worked as a serf-class to the monk’s needs. The Order of the Raven was dedicated to the worship of He Who Soars, a winged figure depicted as half-man, half-raven. When the Redoubt was found – so small that it had been missed by Imperial explorers for many years until a chance navigational error led to its discovery – the [[Ecclesiarchy]] took a swift interest.		The Redoubt was taken by [[Imperial forces]] in 227.M41, as part of the consolidation of Imperial control of [[Subsector Primus]] during the Hundred Year Stalemate. It had previously been home to a small order of monks, the Order of the Raven, and many more laity who worked as a serf-class to the monk’s needs. The Order of the Raven was dedicated to the worship of He Who Soars, a winged figure depicted as half-man, half-raven. When the Redoubt was found – so small that it had been missed by Imperial explorers for many years until a chance navigational error led to its discovery – the [[Ecclesiarchy]] took a swift interest.

	Neither the monks nor the serf-class were particularly martially inclined; it did not take long for the Imperium to supplant the monks – decried as heretic-priests of a false religion, and for the [[Ecclesiarchy]] to spread the [[The Imperial Faith\|Imperial Cult]] quickly and effectively. While holdouts remained for some time in some of the deeper catacombs and crypts, in the main the local population took quickly and fervently to the Creed; the symbol of the Aquila, as perhaps might be expected, was especially popular. During the foundation of the Schola and the Seminary which make their base here – intended to keep a firm check on heterodoxy by their very presence – much time was invested in finding every last carved raven, and converting it, with a few swift strokes, into something which was definitely, and definitively, an eagle.		Neither the monks nor the serf-class were particularly martially inclined; it did not take long for the Imperium to supplant the monks – decried as heretic-priests of a false religion, and for the [[Ecclesiarchy]] to spread the [[The Imperial Faith\|Imperial Cult]] quickly and effectively. While holdouts remained for some time in some of the deeper catacombs and crypts, in the main the local population took quickly and fervently to the Creed; the symbol of the Aquila, as perhaps might be expected, was especially popular. During the foundation of the Schola and the Seminary which make their base here – intended to keep a firm check on heterodoxy by their very presence – much time was invested in finding every last carved raven, and converting it, with a few swift strokes, into something which was definitely, and definitively, an eagle.

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	The Redoubt was taken by [[Imperial forces]] in 227.M41, as part of the consolidation of Imperial control of [[Astronavigational Information#Subsector Primus\|Subsector Primus]] during the Hundred Year Stalemate. It had previously been home to a small order of monks, the Order of the Raven, and many more laity who worked as a serf-class to the monk’s needs. The Order of the Raven was dedicated to the worship of He Who Soars, a winged figure depicted as half-man, half-raven. When the Redoubt was found – so small that it had been missed by Imperial explorers for many years until a chance navigational error led to its discovery – the [[Ecclesiarchy]] took a swift interest.		The Redoubt was taken by [[Imperial forces]] in 227.M41, as part of the consolidation of Imperial control of [[Astronavigational Information#Subsector Primus\|Subsector Primus]] during the Hundred Year Stalemate. It had previously been home to a small order of monks, the Order of the Raven, and many more laity who worked as a serf-class to the monk’s needs. The Order of the Raven was dedicated to the worship of He Who Soars, a winged figure depicted as half-man, half-raven. When the Redoubt was found – so small that it had been missed by Imperial explorers for many years until a chance navigational error led to its discovery – the [[Ecclesiarchy]] took a swift interest.

	Neither the monks nor the serf-class were particularly martially inclined; it did not take long for the Imperium to supplant the monks – decried as heretic-priests of a false religion, and for the [[Ecclesiarchy]] to spread the [[Imperial Cult]] quickly and effectively. While holdouts remained for some time in some of the deeper catacombs and crypts, in the main the local population took quickly and fervently to the Creed; the symbol of the Aquila, as perhaps might be expected, was especially popular. During the foundation of the Schola and the Seminary which make their base here – intended to keep a firm check on heterodoxy by their very presence – much time was invested in finding every last carved raven, and converting it, with a few swift strokes, into something which was definitely, and definitively, an eagle.		Neither the monks nor the serf-class were particularly martially inclined; it did not take long for the Imperium to supplant the monks – decried as heretic-priests of a false religion, and for the [[Ecclesiarchy]] to spread the [[The Imperial Faith\|Imperial Cult]] quickly and effectively. While holdouts remained for some time in some of the deeper catacombs and crypts, in the main the local population took quickly and fervently to the Creed; the symbol of the Aquila, as perhaps might be expected, was especially popular. During the foundation of the Schola and the Seminary which make their base here – intended to keep a firm check on heterodoxy by their very presence – much time was invested in finding every last carved raven, and converting it, with a few swift strokes, into something which was definitely, and definitively, an eagle.

	The Redoubt houses the premises of two major Ecclesiastical institutions. The majority of the Scarlet Wing – so-named for the colour of its plush leather décor – is given over to ~~the~~ [[Schola Progenium]] of St. Sebastian. “Scarlets”, as its Progena are known, make up the majority of those orphans chosen for Schola training in the sector; the capacity of the Schola is limited, however, and the Holy Pedagogues of St. Sebastian, the order who run it, are ruthless in their selection. Successful “Scarlets” can be found in roles throughout the Sector; for instance, many fine [[Commissars]] have passed through its doors. A common trait that all of the Schola’s Progena possess is an almost supernatural sense of direction; those who grow up within the walls of the Redoubt quickly learn how to navigate its myriad passageways, how to orientate themselves by small changes in atmospheric pressure, and of the difference between, for instance, the stairs to the Forbidden Catacombs and to the Scholar’s Dining Room (the trick is that the eagles look to their right on the former, and mostly to their left on the latter). Those who do not develop such senses rarely grow up at all.		The Redoubt houses the premises of two major Ecclesiastical institutions. The majority of the Scarlet Wing – so-named for the colour of its plush leather décor – is given over to [[Education#The Schola Progenium\|the Schola Progenium]] of St. Sebastian. “Scarlets”, as its Progena are known, make up the majority of those orphans chosen for Schola training in the sector; the capacity of the Schola is limited, however, and the Holy Pedagogues of St. Sebastian, the order who run it, are ruthless in their selection. Successful “Scarlets” can be found in roles throughout the Sector; for instance, many fine [[Commissars]] have passed through its doors. A common trait that all of the Schola’s Progena possess is an almost supernatural sense of direction; those who grow up within the walls of the Redoubt quickly learn how to navigate its myriad passageways, how to orientate themselves by small changes in atmospheric pressure, and of the difference between, for instance, the stairs to the Forbidden Catacombs and to the Scholar’s Dining Room (the trick is that the eagles look to their right on the former, and mostly to their left on the latter). Those who do not develop such senses rarely grow up at all.
	In contrast, the Emerald Wing is the territory of the Seminary of St. Sebastian. This institution is dedicated to the theological training of young hopefuls planning to join the ranks of the Ecclesiarchy in both lay and ordained roles. Seminarians normally begin their training at the age of around 17, although there is some variance.		In contrast, the Emerald Wing is the territory of the Seminary of St. Sebastian. This institution is dedicated to the theological training of young hopefuls planning to join the ranks of the Ecclesiarchy in both lay and ordained roles. Seminarians normally begin their training at the age of around 17, although there is some variance.

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	St Sebastian’s Redoubt – once known as the Raven Estates before its seizing by Imperial Forces is 227.M41 – is, in a very technical sense, a space station. It is built upon a large asteroid forced into a habitable orbit around a young, yellow star. It is in appearance and structure unique, however: the Redoubt takes the form of a gigantic, sprawling castle, hewn from the rock itself. One says “castle” – but really it is a set of castles, and walls, and small forts, and follies; built without apparent forward planning or purpose by whomever it was who built it. The Redoubt is surrounded by a shell of reinforced glasscrete – comparable in strength to that used in some of the most robust Imperial vessels – the walls of which begin about a mile out from the Outer Battlements; the glass extends upwards in a great dome, which reaches its peak directly above the Raven Tower, the highest point on the Redoubt itself. The rest of the asteroid is a sheer jut of barren stone; the only way in, or out of the Redoubt itself is via Dock Alpha (or the “Drawbridge” to its inhabitants), near the base of the dome, where the Redoubt’s own vessels – such as they are – are berthed – and where a shuttle may gain access, although not without express authorisation from those within.		St Sebastian’s Redoubt – once known as the Raven Estates before its seizing by Imperial Forces is 227.M41 – is, in a very technical sense, a space station. It is built upon a large asteroid forced into a habitable orbit around a young, yellow star. It is in appearance and structure unique, however: the Redoubt takes the form of a gigantic, sprawling castle, hewn from the rock itself. One says “castle” – but really it is a set of castles, and walls, and small forts, and follies; built without apparent forward planning or purpose by whomever it was who built it. The Redoubt is surrounded by a shell of reinforced glasscrete – comparable in strength to that used in some of the most robust Imperial vessels – the walls of which begin about a mile out from the Outer Battlements; the glass extends upwards in a great dome, which reaches its peak directly above the Raven Tower, the highest point on the Redoubt itself. The rest of the asteroid is a sheer jut of barren stone; the only way in, or out of the Redoubt itself is via Dock Alpha (or the “Drawbridge” to its inhabitants), near the base of the dome, where the Redoubt’s own vessels – such as they are – are berthed – and where a shuttle may gain access, although not without express authorisation from those within.

	The Redoubt was taken by [[Imperial forces]] in 227.M41, as part of the consolidation of Imperial control of [[Subsector Primus]] during the Hundred Year Stalemate. It had previously been home to a small order of monks, the Order of the Raven, and many more laity who worked as a serf-class to the monk’s needs. The Order of the Raven was dedicated to the worship of He Who Soars, a winged figure depicted as half-man, half-raven. When the Redoubt was found – so small that it had been missed by Imperial explorers for many years until a chance navigational error led to its discovery – the [[Ecclesiarchy]] took a swift interest.		The Redoubt was taken by [[Imperial forces]] in 227.M41, as part of the consolidation of Imperial control of [[Astronavigational Information#Subsector Primus\|Subsector Primus]] during the Hundred Year Stalemate. It had previously been home to a small order of monks, the Order of the Raven, and many more laity who worked as a serf-class to the monk’s needs. The Order of the Raven was dedicated to the worship of He Who Soars, a winged figure depicted as half-man, half-raven. When the Redoubt was found – so small that it had been missed by Imperial explorers for many years until a chance navigational error led to its discovery – the [[Ecclesiarchy]] took a swift interest.

	Neither the monks nor the serf-class were particularly martially inclined; it did not take long for the Imperium to supplant the monks – decried as heretic-priests of a false religion, and for the [[Ecclesiarchy]] to spread the [[Imperial Cult]] quickly and effectively. While holdouts remained for some time in some of the deeper catacombs and crypts, in the main the local population took quickly and fervently to the Creed; the symbol of the Aquila, as perhaps might be expected, was especially popular. During the foundation of the Schola and the Seminary which make their base here – intended to keep a firm check on heterodoxy by their very presence – much time was invested in finding every last carved raven, and converting it, with a few swift strokes, into something which was definitely, and definitively, an eagle.		Neither the monks nor the serf-class were particularly martially inclined; it did not take long for the Imperium to supplant the monks – decried as heretic-priests of a false religion, and for the [[Ecclesiarchy]] to spread the [[Imperial Cult]] quickly and effectively. While holdouts remained for some time in some of the deeper catacombs and crypts, in the main the local population took quickly and fervently to the Creed; the symbol of the Aquila, as perhaps might be expected, was especially popular. During the foundation of the Schola and the Seminary which make their base here – intended to keep a firm check on heterodoxy by their very presence – much time was invested in finding every last carved raven, and converting it, with a few swift strokes, into something which was definitely, and definitively, an eagle.

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	''“Lovely buttresses. Fantastic ceilings. Amazing arches. Shame about Ricardo; went on a stroll in the crypts, never came out again. Apparently easy to do; always one for going on without a companion, always knew it’d be the death of him. Buttery in the Guest’s Common Room is exquisite; I recommend the jam custard, which is apparently a traditional recipe.” – Travel Diary of Lucius di Firro, 574.M41''		''“Lovely buttresses. Fantastic ceilings. Amazing arches. Shame about Ricardo; went on a stroll in the crypts, never came out again. Apparently easy to do; always one for going on without a companion, always knew it’d be the death of him. Buttery in the Guest’s Common Room is exquisite; I recommend the jam custard, which is apparently a traditional recipe.” – Travel Diary of Lucius di Firro, 574.M41''