Lore

Lūng'xyi (T.āl III)

Planets

Lūng'xyi (T.āl III) is the third planet from the sun of the T.āl system, Xi'an Empire (SaoXy'an). Dedicated to the production of food and textiles, its vibrant culinary and fashion scenes draw a steady stream of visitors to the planet. High-end dining establishments on Lūng'xyi…

M.iiy'ong (Ail'ka IV)

Planets · Xi'an

M.iiy'ong (Ail'ka IV) is the fourth planet from the sun in the Ail'ka system, Xi'an Empire (SaoXy'an). As a base of operations for the Xi'an military, M.iiy'ong is a densely populated, busy world that houses flight academies, command centers, intelligence facilities, and…

M2 Hercules

Military · Spacecraft · Human

The M2 Hercules is a military transport ship developed by Crusader Industries for the United Empire of Earth (UEE) military. It is utilized by the Navy and Army in lift and landing missions as well as logistics operations through active war zones. Ground vehicles such as the…

M50

Spacecraft · Human

The M50 is a single-seat performance racing spacecraft sold by Origin Jumpworks. Built for speed and maneuverability, it was first conceived specifically to capture the Murray Cup racing trophy. An interceptor model of the M50 is also produced by Origin; this type is actively…

MOLE

Spacecraft · Human

The MOLE is a medium mining spacecraft developed by Argo Astronautics. Its name is an acronym of the ship's primary function as a multi-operator laser extractor. Designed to support a crew of up to four, the MOLE can be used for longer-term mining missions in remote areas of…

MPUV-1C (Argo Cargo)

Spacecraft · Human

The MPUV-1C ("Argo Cargo") is a single-pilot utility spacecraft manufactured by Argo Astronautics. Built for the loading and unloading of cargo containers from orbital spacecraft and installations, the MPUV-1C's design was based on Argo's Orbital Utility Craft (OUC), their first…

MPUV-1P (Argo Personnel)

Spacecraft · Human

The MPUV-1P ("Argo Personnel") is a single-pilot utility spacecraft manufactured by Argo Astronautics. Intended for the loading and unloading of personnel from orbital spacecraft and installations, the MPUV-1P is a variant of the MPUV-1C cargo ferry, replacing the 1C's cargo…

Ma'tok.yaai (Tokyai)

Animals

The ma'tok.yāi is a forest-dwelling apex predator indigenous to Xi (R.il'a V). Speakers of UEE Standard sometimes refer to it as the tokyai. About 2 meters in length, it has occasionally been known to take down prey twice its size. Its long, curved claws help it grip branches,…

MacArthur (Kilian V)

Planets · Human

MacArthur (Kilian V) is the fifth planet from the sun of the Kilian system, United Empire of Earth (UEE), and serves as the main headquarters of the UEE Navy. Soon after the planet was terraformed to Human specifications, the Navy constructed boot camps (known locally as…

MacArthur Naval Base

Military · Human

MacArthur Naval Base is the largest Navy base in the United Empire of Earth. Located on the planet MacArthur (Kilian V), it is home to the Navy headquarters, shipyards, academies, boot camps, and hospitals. Most of MacArthur is occupied by the naval base; travel, therefore, is…

Magda (Stanton 1c)

Moons · Human

Magda is the third-closest moon to Hurston (Stanton I). Although its temperature falls into ranges friendly to life, its nitrogen-methane atmosphere cannot be safely breathed. Enormous areas of blue-green dirt on Magda's surface are said to resemble oceans when the moon is…

Magda Hurston

People · Human

MAGDA HURSTON Magda Hurston (2833 - 2921) was the CEO of Hurston Dynamics from 2883 to 2915. It was her initiative that led the company to purchase Stanton I from the United Empire of Earth (UEE) in 2865. The third moon of Hurston is named in her honor. She was succeeded as CEO…

Magma (Kilian IV)

Planets

Magma (Kilian IV) is a highly geologically active planet in the Kilian system, United Empire of Earth (UEE). Rich in rare minerals, Magma is the most active mining area in Kilian in spite of the frequent earthquakes. Lakes of lava often form and drain in the aftermath of…

Magnus I

Planets · Locations

Magnus I is a chthonian planet in the Magnus system that orbits closest to the sun. Rich with high-value minerals and gemstones, the United Empire of Earth (UEE) maintains exclusive mining rights to the planet, dating from when its main shipyards were located on Borea (Magnus…

Magnus III

Planets · Locations

Magnus III is a super-Jupiter gas giant in the Magnus system, and is the planet furthest from the system's sun. Authorities in the system discourage travelers from visiting the planet due to documented pirate activity in the area.

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…

Magnus Tobin

People · Human

Magnus Tobin (2756 - 2912) is the founder of microTech and the architect behind the company's purchase of Stanton IV from the United Empire of Earth (UEE). Upon receiving his Equivalency, he entered his parents' textile company and helped it generate record profits when he…

Mala

Science and Technology · Illegal Activity

Mala is a naturally-occurring psychedelic drug that induces synesthesia in its users. Harvested from the mala fly, when taken in large enough quantities it confuses the cognitive pathways of the brain, causing sensory experiences to cross and mix. Effects vary widely from user…

Mantis

Military · Spacecraft · Human

The Mantis is an interdiction spacecraft manufactured by Roberts Space Industries (RSI). Designed around the ability to mount a specialized quantum enforcement device, the Mantis is flown by police forces and security concerns to interdict other ships while they are in quantum…

Marama (Helios 2a)

Moons

Marama (Helios 2a) is the moon of Tangaroa (Helios II), United Empire of Earth (UEE). Its dense iron and nickel core combined with a very fast orbital period of 4.3 SED contribute to its parent planet's strong tidal forces, sometimes causing waves hundreds of meters high. Like…

Marcus Fayel

People · Human

Marcus Fayel (2719 - 2816) was a terraforming expert and religious leader best known as the founder of the Outsiders, also called the Sun's Eye Fellowship. Educated at University of Persei Analytical Research and Quantification (UPARQ), Fayel was hired by Hatfield & Harding in…

Mariana

Settlements

Mariana, also called Shorebreak by locals, is the capital of Tangaroa (Helios II), United Empire of Earth (UEE). Located on and around one of Tangaroa's few permanent islands, it was initially established soon after the system was discovered as a base for scientists to study the…

Marie Sante

People · Human · Exploration

Marie Sante (2504 - 2545?) was a navjumper most notable for her discovery of the Horus system, which she named after her ship. Born on Gonn (Oberon I) in 2504, she was the oldest of seven children, and was often left in charge of caring for her siblings while her parents worked…

Marisol Belt (Terra Belt Beta)

Space

The Marisol belt (Terra belt beta) is an asteroid belt in the Terra system. It circles the sun beyond the orbit of Gen (Terra IV). Although it has been actively mined for centuries, it remains rich in basic materials such as iron and carbon compounds.