Iskaayuma

Iskaayuma was the capital of Rodia, located on the Sika Peninsula on the continent of Encheeko.

The residential area is built around the Chattza Bay while the industrial areas are more inland. Iskaayuma was a sprawling city with omnipresent thick smog from the hundreds of weapons factories.^[2]

History

Iskaayuma grew from the Chattza Enclave absorbing nearby enclaves, towns, and expanding into the jungle until it became the planet's second largest city (after Equator City). As the city grew, so did the enclave. The Chattza Clan completely dominated Iskaayuma.^[2]

Following Navik's rise to power, he moved the capital to Iskaayuma. By keeping the seat of power in his home city, Navik strengthened his position by removing the "corrupting" influence of Equator City. Navik also sought to refocus Rodian views on the importance of the hunt, and Iskaayuma had been home to the Grand Protector's Guild Hall for generations.^[2]

Industry and government were the primary employers.^[2] The Rodmark Weapons Plant was a factory in the industrial zone of the city.^[3] Iskaayuma Starport was the Rodian Home Fleet Headquarters and primary staging area. Iskaayuma also housed most of Imperial services on the planet.^[2]

Interstellar travelers were encouraged to land at Equator City, unless they had specific business in Iskaayuma. Navik maintained near martial law over Iskaayuma and most visitors felt unwelcome in the city, especially with the ever present, armor-clad Protectors. Tourists only came to visit the great Guild Hall or attend the occasional home performances of the Rodian Galactic Drama Troupe.^[2]