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Constructed in the year 60 YC by Maksyn Valin [[http://wiki.eveonline.com/en/wiki/Maksyn_Valin]] as a tribute to his wife, the Prism
can still be considered a relatively new addition to Gallentean
culture upon Caille. Despite that, the few decades since its founding, 
it has become somewhat of a landmark.


== Architectural details ==


Constructed at the intersection of Gravin and Skalein lanes,  right outside 
Central Caille walls, the Prism - with 35 000m2 is an imposing presence that is 
difficult to miss.

While favoring the gentle curves of Gallentean architectural lines, some elements
have been borrowed from subcultures. The concept behind its inception was 
a blend of the artificial and natural. 

The base of the entire museum is built upon large, segmented slabs of veined white 
marble. All pillars and walls arise seamlessly from the floor, giving the impression
that these elements 'grow' out of it.

Capped with a great dome of frosted glass, these panes are divided into portions 
by supporting beams of white stone. These are all inlaid with fine lines of 
pale, slivery-grey wood, which forms a myriad of subtle, accentuating patterns.
That theme of white and grey is predominant within the museum, with the interruption
of colour created by diverse lighting arrangements.

In front of the building a row of narrow trees pave the way towards the 
entrance. Suspended from the branches are small, intricate lanterns crafted 
from molded plastic, which spread a gently diffused light over the cobbles below. 
Often, these are  coloured, depending on the time of day, ranging from either pale 
blues, greens, to yellows. 

Past the wrought doors of the museum an expansive foyer welcomes guests.
The polished marble floors are kept at a high, glossy sheen, meant to throw
and reflect light. Three stories high, multiple walkways overlook the lowest
floor, where multi-tiered archways lead down tall-walled passageways to different
sections. 

Built in sensors in the walls and guided LED light trails create interactive guides
that prevent visitors from becoming lost and also provides information about displays.


== Wings ==


While there are many nooks and crannies within the  museum, larger sections
have been entirely devoted to certain subject matter. 

'''Valrin Wing'''

True to its founders, the museum has a wing dedicated to the Valrin line. Here,
a vast majority of artworks and antiquities are displayed, paying tribute to some
of the more notorious collectors and artists earlier in the bloodlines span. 
Much of this wings features goods of "uncertain origins" as well: a small carved box 
out of an unidentified ore, or fragments of wood recovered from beneath the 
surface of one of (moon's).

Due to the host of artwork, wing is notorious for being picturesque.


'''Silian Wing'''


The Silian wing is a biological wing. It offers a storehouse of digital, life-sized
imagery and information on various biological entities from across Gallentean and 
foreign space. This wing also offers information on the inception of capsule technology
and genetic modification.

'''The Core'''


'''The outer core'''

The Outer core is a series of circular tunnels within the center of the Prism. The walls
are fused with an holographic layering that creates extruding images. These tell the tale
of the Gallentean Federation, at morning hours, while at night they display a variety of
various climates meant to draw the viewer in and allow them an experience perhaps otherwise
unattainable: creating tunnels set with forests, wasteland-sands, and Arctic colds.
'''
The Inner core''' sits within the belly of the Prism. Recessed into the white marble base, the
circular area holds several holographic chambers. Within each of these, an host of 
information is readily accessible, ranging from topics to quantum mechanics, to historical
data both fact and fictional.

The Prism remains  a notorious collector of artifacts and reliquaries,
sponsoring archeological and anthropological endeavors. In tandem, the museum 
funds an prestigious anthropology scholarship at the university of Caille. While still
belonging to the Valin family, its ran by curator Joseph Agarian.