Lore

Church of the Journey

Culture · Human

The Church of the Journey is a system of beliefs that rose to prominence among Humans in the late 29th century. In 2876 its founder, Vita Perry, developed a meditation technique to be undertaken before, during, and after long journeys. The technique was meant to enhance its…

Privately-Owned World

Government · Commerce

Privately-owned world in the United Empire of Earth (UEE) is a recently created designation for a planetary body that is owned and governed by corporations or individuals. First created for the Stanton system, these planets are more akin to corporations than nations, eschewing…

Sakura Sun

Commerce · Human · Weapons

Sakura Sun is a Human manufacturing conglomerate headquartered in Tokyo, Earth (Sol III) that produces a diverse range of consumer products such as home goods, children's toys, and starship engines. Spacecraft components are developed under the Sakura Sun Space Sciences Division…

Xi'an Government

Government · Xi'an

The Xi'an government is an absolute monarchy, headed by an Emperor and supported by a High Council of three advisers. The advisors are responsible for maintaining the Xi'an Service (Pō't.ōngp.ū), each branch of which is overseen by another Council of Three. Below the family of…

Caterpillar

Spacecraft · Human

The Caterpillar is a multi-crew utility spacecraft and armored freighter manufactured by Drake Interplanetary. Designed for storage, it can be adapted to suit the needs of multiple types of cargo. It can also can be used for combat roles, such as a raiding command center or a…

Void

Spacecraft · Vanduul

The "Void" is the official United Empire of EarthNavy (UEEN) designation for a standard bomber operated by Vanduul forces. Although UEE intelligence data on the Void bomber available to the public is extremely limited, it is known that the spacecraft is capable of carrying both…

Hedeby Gunworks

Commerce · Weapons · Human

Hedeby Gunworks is a personal weapons manufacturer located in the United Empire of Earth (UEE). The company was founded by inventor Altruis Hedeby in SEY 2921 as a single shop to market armaments had developed himself. Hedeby sought to utilize his experience with Banu technology…

Pyen'pui.a

Locations · Xi'an

Pyen'pui.a is a large Xi'an shipping base and orbital scaffolding array located on the moon of Kyuk'ya I. Ships moving through the system offload their cargo at the array, where it is then processed and distributed. Crews often spend time at the base on the surface while this is…

MedPen

Science and Technology

A MedPen is a portable, multi-function individual first aid system manufactured by CureLife. Designed to stabilize wounded patients who are unable to reach a medical facility for immediate treatment, the Pancea MedGel within each MedPen promotes healing in non-fatal injuries by…

315p

Spacecraft · Human

The 315p is a variant of the 300 touring spacecraft developed by Origin Jumpworks. Added to the lineup in 2930, the variant was built with enhanced engines for improved power output and a bespoke communications system designed by Chimera Communications. 315p are generally used…

Neonazacyclicdienorthoamphetamine (Neon)

Science and Technology · Illegal Activity

Neonazacyclicdienorthoamphetamine, more commonly known as neon, is an empathogen–entactogen with slight hallucinogenic and stimulant properties. It was first developed to help treat symptoms related to complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD). When used as prescribed, it…

Civilian Defense Force

Organizations · Human

The Civilian Defense Force (CDF) is a civilian militia connected to the United Empire of Earth (UEE) Advocacy. Founded in 2947, it was created with the enactment of the Militia Mobilization Initiative as a way for law enforcement to enlist the public to help with larger scale…

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.…

Centurion

Ground Transportation · Military · Human

The Centurion is a short-range anti-aircraft ground vehicle manufactured by Anvil Aerospace. Like the Ballista and the Spartan, it is built on the Atlas Platform. Intended to work in tandem with longer-range vehicles, the Centurion was designed as a mobile perimeter defense…

Zeus Mk II MR

Spacecraft

The Zeus Mk II MR (Marque) is a medium interdiction spacecraft manufactured by Roberts Space Industries. One of three variants in the Zeus Mk II series, it swaps the radar scanner turret of the ES model for a quantum dampener that can halt combatants from retreating into quantum…

InterDimension Software

Commerce · Human

InterDimension Software is a Human entertainment software company best known for the Star Marine franchise. InterDimension was founded in 2941 by level builder James Romanov and tech designer James Vandyke. The company has been responsible for several high-profile game releases…

Stalker

Spacecraft · Human

The Stalker is a variant of the Avenger patrol ship developed by Aegis Dynamics. When the standard Avenger fighter failed to connect with military users, Aegis adapted it as a police spacecraft with the addition of the Stalker Prisoner Transport Module, a system of cell and…

Ursa Rover

Ground Transportation · Human

The Ursa Rover is an all-terrain exploration vehicle developed by Roberts Space Industries (RSI), designed for ground-based scouting, mapping, and discovery applications. Though RSI is primarily a spacecraft manufacturer, they opted to tackle design and production of the Ursa…

F7C Hornet

Spacecraft · Human

The F7C Hornet is a civilian variant of the F7A Hornet space superiority fighter by Anvil Aerospace. Introduced in 2923 after the F7A had a distinguished period of service in the United Empire of Earth Navy, the F7C was the first ship released by Anvil for civilian use. To keep…

Messer Era War Crimes Trials

Human · History · Government

The Messer Era War Crimes Trials were a series of trials against high-ranking members of the Messer Era government for crimes against the United Empire of Earth (UEE). They lasted from 2793 to 2795. The trials took place on Earth (Sol III) and were broadcast live by Human news…

SELF-LAND

Commerce · Human

SELF-LAND is a Human spacecraft hangar manufacturer responsible for a series of modular berths produced under the same name. It was founded in the mid-29th century by Peter Weatherman, a tanker owner whose ship was stripped of components after he was jumped by a gang of thieves…

Eclipse

Spacecraft · Military · Human

The Eclipse is a strategic bomber developed in SEY 2930 by Aegis Dynamics) and utilized by the United Empire of Earth Navy (UEEN). It was designed to use advanced stealth technology to deliver a payload of torpedoes without triggering electronic early warning systems. Eclipse…

A1 Spirit

Spacecraft · Human

The A1 Spirit is a medium bomber manufactured by Crusader Industries. Based on the Daisy Chain system used in the A2 Hercules, the A1 Spirit's Chaplet rig utilizes twin racks with five-bomb payloads that can be quickly deployed during battle. It is additionally equipped with…

Xi'an Youth Counterculture (Yitē'kuit.i)

Xi'an · Culture

Xi'an youth counterculture (yitē'kuit.i) is a movement made up of young Xi'an, mostly those who have not yet completed their compulsory time with the Xi'an Service (Pō't.ōngp.ū), who experiment with practices not traditional to Xi'an society. Human culture is particularly…