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{{For|the planetary system|Terra system}}
{{Astronomical object
| image = TerraJungleArtwork.png
| code = TERRA.PLANETS.TERRAIIITERRA
| name = Terra
| galactapedia = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/RL6ZrMrLNa-terra-terra-iii
}}

'''Terra III''', commonly referred to by its system's name, was the twelfth planet colonized by the [[StarCitizen:United Empire of Earth]]. It has made great strides towards becoming the cultural focus of the Empire.<ref name="ReferenceA">{{Cite RSI|url=starmap|text=Ark Starmap}}</ref>

While die-hard [[StarCitizen:Earth]] loyalists would dispute such a claim, there is no doubt that Terra has its finger on the pulse of the civilized galaxy. From the increasing inflow of megacorporate HQs to the system to the influence of Terranoriginated music on popular culture, Terra is unquestionably the closest thing to a rival Earth has ever produced.<ref name="ReferenceB">{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/13158-Galactic-Guide-Terra|text=Galactic Guide: Terra}}</ref> In four centuries, owing to its jump network and location, it has evolved into a massive trade hub. [[StarCitizen:Kiel system|Kiel]], [[StarCitizen:Baker system|Baker]], [[StarCitizen:Kilian system|Kilian]] and other name systems are short hops from the star. The world's plentiful resources, cultivated carefully so as not to impact the environment, have fueled the Empire's [[StarCitizen:Eastern Expansion Program]].<ref name="ReferenceB" /> Terra is home to [[StarCitizen:Song University]], named after the planet's discoverer and known for teaching [[StarCitizen:Banu]] culture.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/citizens/17388-This-Week-In-Star-Citizen|text=CitizenCon 2949 Panel: Xenolinguistics and You}}</ref>

The planet is also known for the lost civilisation that once inhabited the planet; nicknamed the [[StarCitizen:Atlanteans]] by the local polpulation and the sentient species responsible for the construction of the ancient ruins scattered across the planet and the [[StarCitizen:Vasli Fragment Stone]].

== Discovery==
[[StarCitizen:Wei-Yin Song]], one of the lead surveyors for the [[StarCitizen:UNE]]'s Eastern Expansion Program, was the first citizen to discover Terra (known as 342A.03M at the time) in 2516. Scans and scouting missions confirmed the presence of a naturally oxygen-based atmosphere, indigenous vegetation, vast oceans, and temperate climates. Deep in the southern region, a scout team discovered remnants of a rock formation, indicating that they were arranged that way but they didn't discover any indication of intelligent life. The team went on to suggest the planet should establish a forward operating base for terraforming and expansion into the adjoining systems.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/spectrum-dispatch/12692-2516-A-Better-Earth|text=2516: A Better Earth}}</ref> Upon discovery, this naturally-occurring oxygen-based planet seemed like an untouched Earth and so they named it Terra as a reflection for the birthplace of [[StarCitizen:Human]]ity. Over the centuries, Terra has grown into one of the jewels of the Empire, becoming a political and cultural force. Home to the Transitionalist political movement who believe that Terra better represents the future of the UEE than the current capital, Earth.<ref name="ReferenceA" />

==Senator==

* [[StarCitizen:Senator]] [[StarCitizen:Mira Ngo]] ([[StarCitizen:Transitionalist|T]]- Terra - [[StarCitizen:Terra system|Terra]] Sys)<ref>{{Cite RSI|int=Comm-Link:Congress Now - Amendment 27|text=Congress Now - Amendment 27|url=comm-link/spectrum-dispatch/15339-Congress-Now}}</ref>
*[[StarCitizen:Senator]] [[StarCitizen:Kelos Albervar]] ([[StarCitizen:Transitionalist|T]] – Terra – [[StarCitizen:Terra system|Terra]] Sys) serves on the [[StarCitizen:Subcommittee on Commerce & Trade]].<ref>{{Cite RSI|int=Comm-Link:Congress Now - 2944-01-21|text=Comm-Link:Congress Now - 2944-01-21|url=comm-link/spectrum-dispatch/13489-News-Update-Congress-Now}}</ref>

==Major Locations ==
===[[StarCitizen:Prime]]===
The capital city of Terra is Prime, a beautiful bayside mega-city built on the foundations of two of the original colony ships. Is is either in the state of [[StarCitizen:Vastac]], or at least neighbours that state.

===[[StarCitizen:Quasi]]===
Terra's second-largest city is Quasi (pronounced "Kah-zee"). It is located in the colder southern hemisphere.

===[[StarCitizen:New Austin]]===
New Austin, another initial colonization point, is as close as Terra comes to an industrial city.

==Other Locations ==
===Ankorum===
Located in the northern hemisphere, [[StarCitizen:Ankorum]] is home to a defunct space forces training facility.<ref>{{Cite RSI|text=Portfolio: 78th Squadron|url=comm-link/spectrum-dispatch/14618-Portfolio-78th-Squadron}}</ref>

===Kutaram===
[[StarCitizen:Kutaram]] is home to replica ship manufacturer [[StarCitizen:Esperia]], whose headquarters can be found in [[StarCitizen:Asox Tower]].<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/15248-Important-Announcement-From-Esperia-Inc|text=Important Announcement From Esperia Inc}}</ref>

===Magnetic Ridge===
The [[StarCitizen:Magnetic Ridge]] is a famous landmark on Terra, oft compared with the Grand Canyon on Earth.

===Nova Kyiv===
[[StarCitizen:Nova Kyiv]] was the location of [[StarCitizen:Anvil Aerospace]]'s first skunkwork facility, and is still home to their headquarters today.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/spectrum-dispatch/12970-Anvil-Aerospace|text=Portfolio: Anvil Aerospace|accessdate=2021-03-14}}</ref> In 2796, Nova Kyiv was listed as the location of an Anvil Aerospace factory that manufactured the Terrapin.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=media/ewj61pen5ezf7r/source/Anvil-Terrapin.pdf|text=Terrapin Concept Brochure}}</ref>

===State of Vastac===
[[StarCitizen:Vastac]] is located in a tropical region of Terra and borders the [[StarCitizen:Animas Sea]].<ref>[https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/spectrum-dispatch/18075-Loremakers-Community-Questions Loremakers Community Questions: Anasazi Sea on Terra], acc. 2021-04-09</ref> It is the natural habitat of the [[StarCitizen:Emperor Bloom]] and the location of the [[StarCitizen:Tecuya Mountains]]. It is quite likely that Prime is located in Vastac, or it may represent a neighbouring state.
===Terra University===
Established University, with a chair in Geological Studies.<ref>{{Cite RSI|text=New United: Emboldened Outlaws|int=Comm-Link:New United - Emboldened Outlaws|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/spectrum-dispatch/15501-New-United-Emboldened-Outlaws}}</ref><ref>{{Cite RSI|text=ShowDown! "Atlas Falls"|int=Comm-Link:Showdown - Atlas Falls|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/spectrum-dispatch/13062-ShowDown-Atlas-Falls}}</ref><ref>{{Cite RSI|text=Portfolio - Chemline Solutions|int=Comm-Link:Portfolio - Chemline Solutions|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/spectrum-dispatch/17419-Portfolio-Chemline-Solutions}}</ref>

==Natural Satellites==
===Eda===
Though [[StarCitizen:Eda]] is similar in mass to [[StarCitizen:Luna|Sol 3a]], its close orbit around Terra causes more extreme tides than are found on Earth.

==Artificial Satellites==

*[[StarCitizen:IAS Hammett]]
*[[StarCitizen:ICS Evolen]]
*[[StarCitizen:Astro Arena]]

==Gallery==

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|A concept image of the Terra System, with a landing pad in the foreground.png
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|Terra Prime Arial Shot.png
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==Trivia==
*Terra takes inspiration from Constantinople during the [[StarCitizen:Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire|Late Roman Era]], very connected in terms of communication and [[StarCitizen:Trading|trade]], with neighbors on the eastern side that are more advanced and not necessarily so aggressive.<ref>[https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/chris-roberts-on-pc-gaming-going-to-space Chris Roberts On PC Gaming, Going To Space], Rock Paper Shotgun, Oct. 27, 2012</ref>
* Nova Kyiv is a reference to [[StarCitizen:wikipedia:Kyiv|Kyiv]], the capital of Ukraine in real life.
*Nova Kyiv used to be spelled using the anglicism Nova Kiev, in 2023 CIG renamed it to Nova Kyiv following the Ukrainian government's concerted effort to correct the international spelling and a player pointing out said efforts.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/spectrum/community/SC/forum/50259/thread/anvil-decommissioning-facility-nova-kyiv/|text=CIG comment on Nova Kyiv and Nova Kiev|accessdate=2024-05-30}}</ref>
*At [[StarCitizen:CitizenCon 2024]]'s "The Stars My Destination" presentation, [[StarCitizen:Dave Haddock]] announced that Terra will be the fifth system featured in the game's 1.0 release.<ref>''The Stars My Destination'', CitizenCon 2024. [https://www.youtube.com/live/WLLLtaM0Jf0?si=Uql8bhV1y-7GR6pT&t=12008 Star Citizen YouTube channel]. Retrieved 2024-10-21.</ref>

==References==
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{{System navplate|Terra}}

StarCitizen:Terra - Revision history

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