Silvetian Eagle - Revision history

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	==Site Plan==		==Site Plan==
	The complex lies at the northern end of Bad Erzquell, stretching over several different levels of altitude rising from the lower Western parts to its peak in the East.		The complex lies at the northern end of Bad Erzquell, stretching over several different levels of altitude rising from the lower Western parts to its peak in the East.

			[[File:EagleMonument2.jpg\|thumbnail\|right\|Twin Obelisks, Eagle, Shrine and Sun]]

	===Twin Obelisks===		===Twin Obelisks===

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	[[Category:Architecture]]		[[Category:Architecture]]
	The '''Silvetian Eagle''' is the largest national monument of [[Silvetia]] and is located next to the town of [[Bad Erzquell]]. It commemorates the sacrifices made during the [[Silvetian Revolution]] which secured freedom for the Silvetian burgher and artisan classes.		The '''Silvetian Eagle''' is the largest national monument of [[Silvetia]] and is located next to the town of [[Bad Erzquell]]. It commemorates the sacrifices made during the [[Silvetian Revolution]] which secured freedom for the Silvetian burgher and artisan classes.

			[[File:EagleMonument.png\|thumbnail\|right\|The Silvetian Eagle Monument Site in Bad Erzquell]]

	==History==		==History==

ComradeMicha: /* Silvetian Sun Monument */

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	===Silvetian Sun Monument===		===Silvetian Sun Monument===
	Another long flight of stairs above the Shrine to Sol Invictus, on the top platform at the Eastern end of the entire complex, the '''Silvetian Sun Monument''' is a large steel disc mounted on a marble ~~plateau~~. It depicts the sun, the most basic of the representations of Sol Invictus, which also constitutes the second official heraldic symbol of Silvetia after the eagle. Visitors can purchase thin gold ~~foils~~ and apply these to the steel disc, slowly turning it from a silvery form to a brightly golden beacon. On clear days, the Sun monument's reflection of the actual sunlight can be seen in Kosel and even Schwarzbrücken.		Another long flight of stairs above the Shrine to Sol Invictus, on the top platform at the Eastern end of the entire complex, the '''Silvetian Sun Monument''' is a large steel disc mounted on top of a marble socket. It depicts the sun, the most basic of the representations of Sol Invictus, which also constitutes the second official heraldic symbol of Silvetia after the eagle. Visitors can purchase thin pieces of gold foil and apply these to the steel disc, slowly turning it from a silvery form to a brightly golden beacon. On clear days, the Sun monument's reflection of the actual sunlight can be seen in Kosel and even Schwarzbrücken.

ComradeMicha: /* Silvetian Sun Monument */

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	===Silvetian Sun Monument===		===Silvetian Sun Monument===
	Another long flight of stairs above the Shrine to Sol Invictus, on the top platform on the Eastern end of the entire complex, the '''Silvetian Sun Monument''' is a large steel disc mounted on a marble plateau. It depicts the sun, the most basic of the representations of Sol Invictus, which also constitutes the second official heraldic symbol of Silvetia after the eagle. Visitors can purchase thin gold foils and apply these to the steel disc, slowly turning it from a silvery form to a brightly golden beacon. On clear days, the Sun monument's reflection of the actual sunlight can be seen in Kosel and even Schwarzbrücken.		Another long flight of stairs above the Shrine to Sol Invictus, on the top platform at the Eastern end of the entire complex, the '''Silvetian Sun Monument''' is a large steel disc mounted on a marble plateau. It depicts the sun, the most basic of the representations of Sol Invictus, which also constitutes the second official heraldic symbol of Silvetia after the eagle. Visitors can purchase thin gold foils and apply these to the steel disc, slowly turning it from a silvery form to a brightly golden beacon. On clear days, the Sun monument's reflection of the actual sunlight can be seen in Kosel and even Schwarzbrücken.

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	Behind the eagle, four statues of gold and silver stand in memory of the most prominent victims of the sack of Bad Erzquell at the hands of the [[Micha III (The Mad)\|Mad Duke]] in May 1116 AIC. All four of these republican ideologists had died at the gallow.		Behind the eagle, four statues of gold and silver stand in memory of the most prominent victims of the sack of Bad Erzquell at the hands of the [[Micha III (The Mad)\|Mad Duke]] in May 1116 AIC. All four of these republican ideologists had died at the gallow.

	===Sun ~~and Eagle~~===		===Eagle and Sun===
	To the right and to the left of the Silvetian Eagle Monument, eight plaques are holding the original text of the famous patriotic poem [[Eagle and Sun]].		To the right and to the left of the Silvetian Eagle Monument, eight plaques are holding the original text of the famous patriotic poem [[Eagle and Sun]].

	===Martyrs' Hall===		===Martyrs' Hall===

ComradeMicha: /* Silvetian Eagle Monument */

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	===Silvetian Eagle Monument===		===Silvetian Eagle Monument===
	By far the largest feature of the entire site, the giant eagle statue spreads its wings from north to south, symbolising the entirety of Silvetia being shielded from ~~any~~ harm. The eagle is the heraldic animal of Silvetia, a symbol of strength and freedom, and it burrows its claws into a black semi-sphere, representing the ~~blackened~~ remains of a world consumed by fire and war. Its beak is opened wide in a ~~crie~~ of defiance and determination.		By far the largest feature of the entire site, the giant eagle statue spreads its wings from north to south, symbolising the entirety of Silvetia being shielded from harm. The eagle is the heraldic animal of Silvetia, a symbol of strength and freedom, and it burrows its claws into a black semi-sphere, representing the remains of a world consumed by fire and war. Its beak is opened wide in a cry of defiance and determination.

	Behind the eagle, four statues of gold and silver stand in memory of the most prominent victims of the sack of Bad Erzquell at the hands of the [[Micha III (The Mad)\|Mad Duke]] in May 1116 AIC. All four of these republican ideologists had died at the gallow.		Behind the eagle, four statues of gold and silver stand in memory of the most prominent victims of the sack of Bad Erzquell at the hands of the [[Micha III (The Mad)\|Mad Duke]] in May 1116 AIC. All four of these republican ideologists had died at the gallow.

	===Sun and Eagle===		===Sun and Eagle===

ComradeMicha at 19:31, 4 April 2017

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	==Site Plan==		==Site Plan==
	The complex lies at the northern end of Bad Erzquell, stretching over several different levels of altitude rising from the lower Western parts to its peak in the East.		The complex lies at the northern end of Bad Erzquell, stretching over several different levels of altitude rising from the lower Western parts to its peak in the East.

			===Twin Obelisks===
			The westernmost monument of the complex is a pair of marble obelisks with a gold plating on top, looming over the plaza which is the entrance to the site. Viewed from below, they tower over the visitor and flank the Silvetian Eagle Monument, which in turn towers over the obelisks from behind. They are said to represent the two largest cities of Silvetia, [[Kosel]] and [[Schwarzbrücken]]. There is an alternative interpretation though, claiming that they represent the duality of [[Sol Invictus]] as taught by the secret [[Cult of the Solar Twins]].

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	===Shrine to Sol Invictus===		===Shrine to Sol Invictus===
	Several flights of stairs above the Martyr's Hall, the '''Shrine to Sol Invictus''' is the second marble building of the complex built in the style of Classical Archadian architecture. It is a memorial for [[Sol Invictus]]' assistance to the revolutionary cause, granting victory against all odds. Visitors generally burn candles or small sticks of incense there, especially on [[Revolution Day]] and [[Sotiranity\|Sotiran]] holidays.		Several flights of stairs above the Martyr's Hall, the '''Shrine to Sol Invictus''' is the second marble building of the complex built in the style of Classical Archadian architecture. It is a memorial for Sol Invictus' assistance to the revolutionary cause, granting victory against all odds. Visitors generally burn candles or small sticks of incense there, especially on [[Revolution Day]] and [[Sotiranity\|Sotiran]] holidays.

	===Silvetian Sun Monument===		===Silvetian Sun Monument===
	Another long flight of stairs above the Shrine to Sol Invictus, on the top platform on the Eastern end of the entire complex, the '''Silvetian Sun Monument''' is a large steel disc mounted on a marble plateau. It depicts the sun, the most basic of the representations of Sol Invictus, which also constitutes the second official heraldic symbol of Silvetia after the eagle. Visitors can purchase thin gold foils and apply these to the steel disc, slowly turning it from a silvery form to a brightly golden beacon. On clear days, the Sun monument's reflection of the actual sunlight can be seen in [[Kosel]] and even [[Schwarzbrücken]].		Another long flight of stairs above the Shrine to Sol Invictus, on the top platform on the Eastern end of the entire complex, the '''Silvetian Sun Monument''' is a large steel disc mounted on a marble plateau. It depicts the sun, the most basic of the representations of Sol Invictus, which also constitutes the second official heraldic symbol of Silvetia after the eagle. Visitors can purchase thin gold foils and apply these to the steel disc, slowly turning it from a silvery form to a brightly golden beacon. On clear days, the Sun monument's reflection of the actual sunlight can be seen in Kosel and even Schwarzbrücken.

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[[Category:Architecture]]
The '''Silvetian Eagle''' is the largest national monument of [[Silvetia]] and is located next to the town of [[Bad Erzquell]]. It commemorates the sacrifices made during the [[Silvetian Revolution]] which secured freedom for the Silvetian burgher and artisan classes.

==History==
t.b.d.

==Site Plan==
The complex lies at the northern end of Bad Erzquell, stretching over several different levels of altitude rising from the lower Western parts to its peak in the East.

===Silvetian Eagle Monument===
By far the largest feature of the entire site, the giant eagle statue spreads its wings from north to south, symbolising the entirety of Silvetia being shielded from any harm. The eagle is the heraldic animal of Silvetia, a symbol of strength and freedom, and it burrows its claws into a black semi-sphere, representing the blackened remains of a world consumed by fire and war. Its beak is opened wide in a crie of defiance and determination.

Behind the eagle, four statues of gold and silver stand in memory of the most prominent victims of the sack of Bad Erzquell at the hands of the [[Micha III (The Mad)|Mad Duke]] in May 1116 AIC. All four of these republican ideologists had died at the gallow.

===Sun and Eagle===
To the right and to the left of the Silvetian Eagle Monument, eight plaques are holding the original text of the famous patriotic poem [[Eagle and Sun]].

===Martyrs' Hall===
Situated behind a low wall separating it from the back of the Silvetian Eagle Monument, the '''Martyr's Hall''' is a large marble building in the style of classical [[Archadia]]n architecture. It holds sarcophagi containing the remains of an unknown number of unidentified victims of the Silvetian Revolution. Its purpose is to commemorate those who didn't find their way into the books of history, even though their part in the successful Revolution was no less than that of the official heroes.

===Shrine to Sol Invictus===
Several flights of stairs above the Martyr's Hall, the '''Shrine to Sol Invictus''' is the second marble building of the complex built in the style of Classical Archadian architecture. It is a memorial for [[Sol Invictus]]' assistance to the revolutionary cause, granting victory against all odds. Visitors generally burn candles or small sticks of incense there, especially on [[Revolution Day]] and [[Sotiranity|Sotiran]] holidays.

===Silvetian Sun Monument===
Another long flight of stairs above the Shrine to Sol Invictus, on the top platform on the Eastern end of the entire complex, the '''Silvetian Sun Monument''' is a large steel disc mounted on a marble plateau. It depicts the sun, the most basic of the representations of Sol Invictus, which also constitutes the second official heraldic symbol of Silvetia after the eagle. Visitors can purchase thin gold foils and apply these to the steel disc, slowly turning it from a silvery form to a brightly golden beacon. On clear days, the Sun monument's reflection of the actual sunlight can be seen in [[Kosel]] and even [[Schwarzbrücken]].