Lore

Chuaiton (T.āl VI)

Plants · Xi'an

Chuaiton (T.āl VI) is the sixth planet from the sun of the T.āl system, Xi'an Empire (SaoXy'an). Uninhabitable but rich in resources, its mineral deposits have historically helped to support all of the system's industries. In the early 30th century, its mining operations began…

Meridian Transit

Commerce · Human

Meridian Transit is a Human passenger and commercial transportation company based on Crusader (Stanton II). It manages a large fleet of Crusader Industries Genesis-class ships on scheduled flights around the United Empire of Earth (UEE). Meridian has also been licensed for…

Whitley's Guide

Publications · Entertainment · Human

Whitley's Guide is a consumer-centric magazine released by Gallivan Publishing that features in-depth analysis and reviews of spacecraft, vehicles, and related items. Created by Sal Whitley and Darby Keilich, it was first published in 2856 and has been in continuous print since.…

Tatavo

Commerce · Human

Tatavo is a high-end design firm that specializes in bespoke furniture, especially for spacecraft. Located on Cassel (Goss II), it was founded by carpenter Eva Tarvel and metalworker Samvel Vanlian, after the long-time friends renovated the interior of Vanlian's ship. Members of…

Shipping Checkpoint

Government

A shipping checkpoint is a government-run agency in which the cargo manifests of spacecraft are examined to make sure they are in compliance of the law. They are typically located in platforms near jump points that cross into sovereign systems, with a checkpoint on either side.…

Galactic Tour (Galactic Gear)

Entertainment · Human

Galactic Tour (formerly Galactic Gear) is a Spectrum show hosted by Jax McCleary that reviews spacecraft after putting them through outlandish tests. Debuting in 2931 as Galactic Gear, the show featured McCleary and a rotating cast of friends and guest stars who accompanied…

Talon Weapons Systems

Commerce · Weapons · Human

Talon Weapons System is a Human weapons and munitions manufacturer based in the Croshaw system. Founded in the early 27th century by Taisei Jessop, it produces weapons designed to be mounted aboard civilian spacecraft. These were first produced in order to provide protection…

Jax McCleary

People · Human

Jax McCleary (b.2887 - present) is a Human journalist, pilot, and Spectrum personality best known for hosting the shows Galactic Tour and Whitley's Guide. Before becoming a show host, McCleary worked as the sports anchor for the local news program in Aydo on Green (Ellis III),…

Magnus System

Planetary Systems

MAGNUS SYSTEM The Magnus system is a planetary system in the United Empire of Earth (UEE). It was discovered in SEY 2499, and subsequently selected as the headquarters of the UEE Navy (UEEN). Once the center of a thriving industry centered around the UEEN's shipbuilding…

Fall of Virgil

History · Military · Human · Vanduul

The Fall of Virgil refers to the 2 January 2737 SEY invasion of the Virgil system by the Vanduul directly after the conclusion of the Siege of Tiber. United Empire of Earth (UEE) forces, depleted after four years of battle, were unable to mount a suitable defense against the…

Hydrogen Fuel Refinery

Science and Technology

A hydrogen fuel refinery is an industrial process plant where hydrogen is refined into hydrogen fuel. Hydrogen refineries are mostly located on orbital platforms around hydrogen-rich gas giants.

Cole, Carlson & Taylor Inc.

Commerce · Military · Human

Cole, Carlson & Taylor Inc. (CCT), is a manufacturer of ammunition for handheld and spacecraft weapons. The company focuses its efforts on producing simple, dependable products. Though they don't have a standing contract with the United Empire of Earth (UEE), the bulk of their…

FireStorm Kinetics

Commerce · Weapons

FireStorm Kinetics is a Human spacecraft weapons manufacturer headquartered on Cascom (Castra II). Originally an exclusive contractor for the military, FireStorm built rockets for capital ships and torpedoes for military bombers. They have since expanded to the civilian market,…

Grindstone Boots

Commerce

Grindstone Boots is a workwear clothing brand that primarily produces footwear. Tough and long-lasting, the company has a longstanding reputation among blue-collar workers for making products that can stand up to the abuses common in industrial environments. Grindstone often…

Gyson Inc.

Commerce

Gyson Inc. is a discount clothing, industrial goods, and armor brand known for offering low-cost products. The company has come under fire for quality control issues multiple times since it entered the market, but it continues to weather any periods of backlash due to its…

Ice Mining

Science and Technology

Ice mining is a process by which ice is collected from asteroids and other celestial bodies beyond a planetary system's frost line. Mined water ice is generally used to provide water to spacecraft or to locations that suffer from a lack of water. Ice of other kinds, such as…

Syntek

Science and Technology

Syntek is a synthetic material created by Origin Jumpworks. It is designed to emulate the look, feel, and strength of titanium while increasing durability and reducing the weight. Origin uses Syntek in the construction of their X1 Velocity spacecraft.

Intergalactic Research Concepts

Commerce · Weapons · Human

Intergalactic Research Concepts (IRC) is a Human manufacturer of spacecraft-mounted energy weapons. Their specialty is developing cutting-edge weaponry, such as plasma and tachyon cannons, and adapting them for mass production. Products include the ZW Helicon Plasma cannon range…

Associated Science & Development

Commerce · Weapons · Human

Associated Science & Development (ASD) is a high-end Human spacecraft weapons manufacturer headquartered on Persei (Rhetor II). Among their common products are energy weapons, distortion cannons, rail guns, and shredders. The company's reputation suffered a blow after their EE6…

DMC

Commerce

DMC (Denim Manufacture Corporation) is a clothing brand known for its durable pants and outerwear. Famed for its high-quality, reinforced stitching and use of rivets, the company incorporates industrial materials into its fabrics to ensure that they can withstand long periods of…

Gallenson Tactical Systems

Commerce · Human

Gallenson Tactical Systems is a Human personal and spacecraft weapons manufacturer headquartered on Earth (Sol III). Founded as a gun shop, it entered manufacturing when the owners purchased a small foundry in 2763. Gallenson produces lower-tech weapons out of heavy materials…

Kroneg

Commerce · Weapons · Human

Kroneg is a manufacturer of energy weapons for spacecraft. They design their products to appear as intimidating weapons of destruction, but critics claim that the performance fails to live up to that promise. Kroneg's weapons are popular among consumers despite poor ratings from…

Azure Sky Aero

Commerce · Human

Azure Sky Aero is a tech company that manufactures EVA suits, EVA packs, and other wearable equipment. Particularly notable for their Better Built (BB) line of propulsion devices, the company began as a machining studio that produced and sold custom parts to spacecraft…

Thermyte Concern

Commerce · Weapons · Human

Thermyte Concern is a Human multidisciplinary manufacturer of mining equipment, personal and spacecraft-mounted weaponry, and munitions. Originally founded as a demolition and mining equipment company, Thermyte expanded its reach to weapons and missile warheads in the late…