Lore

Constellation Taurus

Spacecraft · Human

The Constellation Taurus is a mid-range variant of the Constellation line of multi-crew spacecraft manufactured by Roberts Space Industries (RSI). Adapted to meet the needs of haulers, it was designed with a modular interior, a cargo release system for quick unloading, and a…

Jump Tunnel

Science and Technology

A jump tunnel (traversable wormhole) is a naturally-occurring topological feature in spacetime that effectively allows for superliminal travel through interspace across vast distances. Jump tunnels allow spacefaring civilizations to easily and quickly travel to other planetary…

Glow

Science and Technology · Illegal Activity

Glow is a street drug derived from the empathogen–entactogen neonazacyclicdienorthoamphetamine, more commonly known as neon. Sold in the form of brightly-colored capsules, when it is taken orally it can leave a glowing residue on the tongue. It was formulated by unknown makers…

Accelerated Mass Design

Commerce · Human

Accelerated Mass Design is an electronics design and tuning company founded in SEY 2899. They focus mainly on components for consumer spaceflight, such as the UE-9300 expansion card. The company has also partnered with spacecraft manufacturers Anvil Aerospace and Consolidated…

P-52 Merlin

Spacecraft · Human

The P-52 Merlin is an ultralight snub fighter spacecraft developed by Kruger Intergalactic. Roberts Space Industries commissioned the original design of the Merlin for use aboard models of the Constellation multi-crew spacecraft. Merlins require a mothership or static facility…

Joker Engineering

Commerce · Weapons · Human

Joker Engineering is a Human manufacturer of novelty spacecraft weapons and components. Founded by eccentric engineer Barlowe Elias, the company's key interest is designing alternative weapons with unlikely applications that defy the usual missile-or-gun classification. Their…

Stegman's Clothing and Uniforms

Commerce

Stegman's Clothing and Uniforms is a workwear clothing brand that makes uniforms and protective gear. Founded by husband and wife Greg Stegman and Ahanti Riordan, the company began in SEY 2635 as a storefront owned by Riordan's family, where Stegman would sell handmade workwear.…

MuyMuy

Commerce

MuyMuy is a casualwear clothing brand that utilizes natural fabrics in its designs. An employee-owned company, it was founded by a group of knitters who had gained local fame for their sweaters, handcrafted from locally-sourced ma'xy.un wool. The company is committed to the use…

Garrity Defense

Commerce · Human

Garrity Defense is a Human retailer of personal armor systems and flight wear. While the store offers a wide range of options, their primary demographic skews to individual civilian users rather than military or industrial entities. Garrity Defense storefronts are a favorite…

Muse Simpod

Science and Technology

The Muse Simpod is an virtual reality game system and immersive simulation device manufactured by microTech. Most commonly used for playing games, the Simpod can also be used for educational purposes in a wide variety of fields. Specific classes of the Simpod are utilized by the…

Banu Language

Culture · Banu

Banu language refers to a family of languages originating with and spoken by the Banu. Though all Banu share the same writing system, they speak many dialects, some of which are not mutually intelligible. Xenolinguists believe that this is partially due to their lack of both a…

Kilgore and Poole

Commerce · Human

Kilgore and Poole (K&P) is a Human manufacturer of personal armor systems. The company markets to high-end clientele who seek practical, stylish armor for everyday use instead of utilitarian military or industrial component armor made by most armor companies. K&P armor trades…

Noble Ammunition

Commerce · Human

Noble Ammunition is a Human manufacturer of munitions. Their primary market is the production of small arms ammunition, though they maintain several factories devoted to larger caliber ballistics. Due to multiple high-profile accidents and lawsuits relating to weapon jams, Noble…

CureLife

Commerce · Human

CureLife is a company that manufactures health products such as portable MedPens, the ParaMed Medical Device, medical beds, and other medical equipment. Formed by a group of doctors, it was the first company to offer MedPens to the general public. The company frequently…

Syang Fabrication

Commerce

Syang Fabrication is an armor and undersuit manufacturer operated by House Syang. For centuries, the company has produced products meant to withstand the rigors of space travel and battle for generations. Consequently, pieces made by Syang are considered valuable heirlooms in…

C2 Hercules

Spacecraft · Human

The C2 Hercules Starlifter is an armed transport spacecraft developed by Crusader Industries. Built with a military-grade frame, the C2 Hercules includes turrets and ballistic canons, as well as a large shielding system. Its hold can be transformed into a dedicated cargo space…

Odyssey

Spacecraft

The Odyssey is an exploration and mining spacecraft manufactured by Musashi Industrial and Starflight Concern (MISC). Designed for long-term expeditions, it was constructed with self-sufficiency in mind, and has living quarters for a crew of up to six people, a medical bay, a…

Scorpius Antares

Spacecraft

The Scorpius Antares is a heavy fighter manufactured by Roberts Space Industries (RSI). A variant of the Scorpius, it has been redesigned to focus on the short-range disabling and boarding of enemy vessels. The turrets from the base model have been replaced with an EMP device…

Nav-E7 Gadgets

Commerce · Human

Nav-E7 Gadgets is a Human spacecraft component manufacturer that produces a wide range of equipment, such as scanner and radar systems, docking collars, and passenger seats. They maintain a contract with Musashi Industrial and Starflight Concern (MISC) to outfit their Freelancer…

Grand Flabellum

Plants

The grand flabellum is a genetically modified plant created by Rayari Inc. In 2930, it debuted as part of their new line of plants designed to aid in the terraforming process. Before a planet establishes adequate plant cover, harsh winds pose a danger to settlements. The grand…

Jump Point

Science and Technology

A jump point is a point in space that marks the opening of a traversable wormhole (jump tunnel) that tunnels through interspace and opens to another location, often a different solar system. In their natural state, jump points are nearly invisible to the naked eye. Their…

Buccaneer

Spacecraft · Human

The Buccaneer is a civilian medium fighter sold by Drake Interplanetary. It was initially designed as an affordable option for frontier militia squadrons conscious of limited repair and maintenance opportunities. The Buccaneer is offered alongside Drake's Cutlass/Caterpillar…

Gemini

Commerce · Weapons · Human

Gemini is a manufacturer of personal weaponry located in the United Empire of Earth (UEE). The company began as a producer of kinetic weapons and only began offering laser-based systems following their acquisition of energy weapon start-up Octa in the late 2930s SEY. Current…

Golem-Tek

Commerce · Human

Golem-Tek is a Human retailer of industrial armor, EVA equipment, and flight wear. Founded in 2941, they market their stores to blue-collar workers, and tend to be located in heavy industrial areas. The company expanded into selling body armor and environment protection suits…