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Zeiqi-Trqn

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	As a result of the [[Skrell_Synthetic_Age#Culmination_of_Glorsh-Omega\|Tri-Qyu incident]], much of the infrastructure that formed the backbone for Glorsh's empire was made inoperable, causing chaos throughout the former Federation and the decades of anarchy that ensued. Due to several factors, including distance and priorities laying elsewhere for those in charge, the Zeiqi-Trqn was one of the last areas to be reclaimed by the Second Nralakk Federation. This reclamation effort took decades to be completed, with roaming Marauder bands and independent factions being consistent blockers to the Federation's efforts to retake the region. During this period, Federation officials noted that the region was heavily depopulated according to recovered census figures, with the projected population being much lower than anywhere else in the Federation even when taking into account the longer period of isolation before reclamation efforts began. Surviving colonies that the Federation were able to initiate contact with were able to give their own accounts of how they survived their centuries of isolation, and soon a broad picture of events in the region could be gleaned.		As a result of the [[Skrell_Synthetic_Age#Culmination_of_Glorsh-Omega\|Tri-Qyu incident]], much of the infrastructure that formed the backbone for Glorsh's empire was made inoperable, causing chaos throughout the former Federation and the decades of anarchy that ensued. Due to several factors, including distance and priorities laying elsewhere for those in charge, the Zeiqi-Trqn was one of the last areas to be reclaimed by the Second Nralakk Federation. This reclamation effort took decades to be completed, with roaming Marauder bands and independent factions being consistent blockers to the Federation's efforts to retake the region. During this period, Federation officials noted that the region was heavily depopulated according to recovered census figures, with the projected population being much lower than anywhere else in the Federation even when taking into account the longer period of isolation before reclamation efforts began. Surviving colonies that the Federation were able to initiate contact with were able to give their own accounts of how they survived their centuries of isolation, and soon a broad picture of events in the region could be gleaned.

	During its isolation from the rest of the Federation, the region was able to independently undergo its own reconstruction efforts, with limited travel and trade being possible. Communication, while slow and primitive in comparison to what it once was, did enable colonies to keep in contact with one another and enabled the region to stay relatively stable. Shortly before reclamation efforts were made, a disease of unknown origins began to spread rapidly across the region named [[~~Skrell_Ailments~~#~~Black-Blood~~\|"Black-Blood"]], a blood condition that prevented cells from transporting oxygen and turned the sufferer's blood into an inky black colour. Speculation into the "Black-Blood" disease's origins is contested, but with most agreeing that its origins must come from a Glorsh-era bioweapon that was accidentally released and unintentionally spread via trade ships. The disease wiped out several colonies, breaking down what stability the region had as colonies isolated themselves from one another once more and what authority existed quickly dissolved. Piracy and nomadic fleets became more common in this period as Skrell became desperate to survive, and the region devolved into anarchy once more. While there is no evidence of it being intentionally discovered and released, anti-Federation groups such as the Lyukal are quick to point out the convenience of the disease spreading and quickly dismantling a potential rival state shortly before the arrival of the Federation.		During its isolation from the rest of the Federation, the region was able to independently undergo its own reconstruction efforts, with limited travel and trade being possible. Communication, while slow and primitive in comparison to what it once was, did enable colonies to keep in contact with one another and enabled the region to stay relatively stable. Shortly before reclamation efforts were made, a disease of unknown origins began to spread rapidly across the region named [[Skrell_Biology#Infectious_Diseases\|"Black-Blood"]], a blood condition that prevented cells from transporting oxygen and turned the sufferer's blood into an inky black colour. Speculation into the "Black-Blood" disease's origins is contested, but with most agreeing that its origins must come from a Glorsh-era bioweapon that was accidentally released and unintentionally spread via trade ships. The disease wiped out several colonies, breaking down what stability the region had as colonies isolated themselves from one another once more and what authority existed quickly dissolved. Piracy and nomadic fleets became more common in this period as Skrell became desperate to survive, and the region devolved into anarchy once more. While there is no evidence of it being intentionally discovered and released, anti-Federation groups such as the Lyukal are quick to point out the convenience of the disease spreading and quickly dismantling a potential rival state shortly before the arrival of the Federation.
	When the Federation returned and these events became known, the Grand Council elected to effectively quarantine the region; the colonies that existed and showed no signs of the disease were reincorporated into the Federation, non-essential travel is limited to prevent outbreaks, and expansion and recolonisation efforts in the region are strictly prohibited. A military cordon is in effect, preventing unsanctioned travel to, from, and within the region. Travel is limited to scientific endeavours as old colonies are explored remotely, and to the colonies and installations deemed safe for travel. Despite this, there is a large market for technology scavenged from abandoned facilities within the Zeiqi-Trqn. Although rare, this has resulted in smaller Black-Blood outbreaks, which has only made the Qukala more zealous in their approach to containment; vessels caught illegally within the Zeiqi-Trqn have been known to be scuttled with little to no prior warning if the risk of an outbreak is considered great enough.		When the Federation returned and these events became known, the Grand Council elected to effectively quarantine the region; the colonies that existed and showed no signs of the disease were reincorporated into the Federation, non-essential travel is limited to prevent outbreaks, and expansion and recolonisation efforts in the region are strictly prohibited. A military cordon is in effect, preventing unsanctioned travel to, from, and within the region. Travel is limited to scientific endeavours as old colonies are explored remotely, and to the colonies and installations deemed safe for travel. Despite this, there is a large market for technology scavenged from abandoned facilities within the Zeiqi-Trqn. Although rare, this has resulted in smaller Black-Blood outbreaks, which has only made the Qukala more zealous in their approach to containment; vessels caught illegally within the Zeiqi-Trqn have been known to be scuttled with little to no prior warning if the risk of an outbreak is considered great enough.

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Kermit-old: Finalises the Jargon->Nralakk retcon by removing it as a 'colloquial' name

2025-06-17T23:24:08Z

Finalises the Jargon->Nralakk retcon by removing it as a 'colloquial' name

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	== The Core System : Nralakk ==		== The Core System : Nralakk ==

	Considered the origin of the Skrell, Nralakk is largely renowned for being the jewel of the Nralakk Federation, as well as being the origin of its name. Historically, it has served as the centre of the Federation, but also as a home for almost a quarter of the Orion Spur's Skrell population. Soon after first contact with humanity, Nralakk gained the colloquial name of "Jargon", in reference to the difficulty pronouncing or translating many Nral'Malic terms and phrases as well as the difficulty in reading Skrellian emotional expression. Roughly twice the size of Sol - the Blue Giant gives off a vibrant green-teal on Qerrbalak, a dazzling turquoise on Qerr'Malic and finally dashing celeste on Aloise when observed from within the respective atmospheres (if there is one) of the various planets. Closer to the star, there litters thousands of Glorsh-era orbital factories powered by its rays, now left behind to slowly dissipate into the giant star they orbit. Nralakk is also home to the cetus gestalt [[Minor_Dionae_Factions#The_Conglomerated_Choir_of_Nralakk_-_Nralakk_Federation\|'''The Conglomerated Choir of Nralakk''']], which has orbited the system's star since first contact between Dionae and Skrell was made.		Considered the origin of the Skrell, Nralakk is largely renowned for being the jewel of the Nralakk Federation, as well as being the origin of its name. Historically, it has served as the centre of the Federation, but also as a home for almost a quarter of the Orion Spur's Skrell population. Roughly twice the size of Sol - the Blue Giant gives off a vibrant green-teal on Qerrbalak, a dazzling turquoise on Qerr'Malic and finally dashing celeste on Aloise when observed from within the respective atmospheres (if there is one) of the various planets. Closer to the star, there litters thousands of Glorsh-era orbital factories powered by its rays, now left behind to slowly dissipate into the giant star they orbit. Nralakk is also home to the cetus gestalt [[Minor_Dionae_Factions#The_Conglomerated_Choir_of_Nralakk_-_Nralakk_Federation\|'''The Conglomerated Choir of Nralakk''']], which has orbited the system's star since first contact between Dionae and Skrell was made.

	=== Fjylo ===		=== Fjylo ===

Kermit-old: gives the void-chewer a name in nral'malic

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gives the void-chewer a name in nral'malic

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	With the events of the [[Change_on_the_Horizon_Arc\|Change on the Horizon]] arc the Q'elpi region, formerly the centre of the Independent Traverser Movement, has finally come back under the control of the Nralakk Federation. With the assistance of moderate members of the movement, the Federation was able to subdue the more militant members of the group and bring an end to the Traverse-wide protests to its governance. The region has experienced more destruction than others in the Traverse, and it is now in the process of reconstruction. Though relatively peaceful, the damage to important infrastructure and the after-effects of being under martial law for so long have led to a surge in Marauder activity in the area. The newly established [[Skrell_Politics#Qehalak\|Qehalak]] forces in the Q'elpi Basin are currently working alongside the Qukala to combat this increased Marauder presence, with the Federation closely observing how effective its new Kala branch is at protecting the Traverse. Due to the damage caused, and the Traverse states recently receiving a new level of autonomy in its governance, the Basin is expected to be struggling for quite some time.		With the events of the [[Change_on_the_Horizon_Arc\|Change on the Horizon]] arc the Q'elpi region, formerly the centre of the Independent Traverser Movement, has finally come back under the control of the Nralakk Federation. With the assistance of moderate members of the movement, the Federation was able to subdue the more militant members of the group and bring an end to the Traverse-wide protests to its governance. The region has experienced more destruction than others in the Traverse, and it is now in the process of reconstruction. Though relatively peaceful, the damage to important infrastructure and the after-effects of being under martial law for so long have led to a surge in Marauder activity in the area. The newly established [[Skrell_Politics#Qehalak\|Qehalak]] forces in the Q'elpi Basin are currently working alongside the Qukala to combat this increased Marauder presence, with the Federation closely observing how effective its new Kala branch is at protecting the Traverse. Due to the damage caused, and the Traverse states recently receiving a new level of autonomy in its governance, the Basin is expected to be struggling for quite some time.

	==== ~~Void-Chewer~~ ====		==== Lu'Noni ====

	The most populated body in the Basin is a super-massive industrial mining facility. Its core, the original station, is home to mining drone bays, advanced sensor suites, cramped habitation decks, and ore refineries. Over time, it was expanded desultory as skrell immigrated to the station, some seeking a steady job and others seeking to escape the ever watchful eyes of the Federation. Now it is home to hundreds of thousands of skrell and host to markets, shipyards, and comfortable housing.		Known as the 'Void-Chewer' in Tau Ceti Basic. The most populated body in the Basin is a super-massive industrial mining facility. Its core, the original station, is home to mining drone bays, advanced sensor suites, cramped habitation decks, and ore refineries. Over time, it was expanded desultory as skrell immigrated to the station, some seeking a steady job and others seeking to escape the ever watchful eyes of the Federation. Now it is home to hundreds of thousands of skrell and host to markets, shipyards, and comfortable housing.

	The station was originally designed to be mobile, and even in its present state it retains this function. With thick shields to ward off debris, asteroids and other hazards, the ~~Void-Chewer~~ can gradually move towards new mineral deposits with large sub-light engines. This means it can take the station decades or more to reach far off deposits. To this end, many of the drones it deploys are equipped with basic warp drives to reach their targets. It's worth noting the drones are sub-AI automated machinery, and pose no risk of disobedience.		The station was originally designed to be mobile, and even in its present state it retains this function. With thick shields to ward off debris, asteroids and other hazards, the Lu'Noni can gradually move towards new mineral deposits with large sub-light engines. This means it can take the station decades or more to reach far off deposits. To this end, many of the drones it deploys are equipped with basic warp drives to reach their targets. It's worth noting the drones are sub-AI automated machinery, and pose no risk of disobedience.

	==== Hivju ====		==== Hivju ====

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	The “crown district” of the Traverse, the Pluat Ven’qop (or the Pluat Cooperative) is host to much of the Traverse’s industrial facilities, all feeding towards Pluat which the district takes its name from. The region is littered with industrial planets and megafactory stations, all of which manufacture civilian and military goods for the Federation - mostly necessities, rather than luxury items.		The “crown district” of the Traverse, the Pluat Ven’qop (or the Pluat Cooperative) is host to much of the Traverse’s industrial facilities, all feeding towards Pluat which the district takes its name from. The region is littered with industrial planets and megafactory stations, all of which manufacture civilian and military goods for the Federation - mostly necessities, rather than luxury items.

	The standard of living is comparable to living within the Contingent Systems, thanks to the importance and support the Federation places on the district. Qukala Patrols are a common sight here and piracy rates are extremely low. Technologically speaking, citizens enjoy advanced industrial designs and slightly outdated, but enjoyable luxury devices~~. An exception to the standard of living is [[Tattuqig]], which is a more recently colonised planet within the district~~.		The standard of living is comparable to living within the Contingent Systems, thanks to the importance and support the Federation places on the district. Qukala Patrols are a common sight here and piracy rates are extremely low. Technologically speaking, citizens enjoy advanced industrial designs and slightly outdated, but enjoyable luxury devices.

	==== Pluat ====		==== Pluat ====
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	Recently, it has become home to a small Einstein Engines helium extraction site, though its purpose is more scientific than economical. Even after allowing human corporations to operate in select zones within the Federation, this site is still heavily monitored by the Federation, despite its distance from the Core.		Recently, it has become home to a small Einstein Engines helium extraction site, though its purpose is more scientific than economical. Even after allowing human corporations to operate in select zones within the Federation, this site is still heavily monitored by the Federation, despite its distance from the Core.

	~~==== Tattuqig ====~~
	~~See: [[Tattuqig]]~~

	Tattuqig is swamp planet located in orbit around a large gas giant in the ''Ghialok System''. It is the first location where Skrell discovered evidence of other sentient life existing within the Orion Spur - not including Dionae - and is home to many archaeological sites that have been preserved throughout history. The unique atmospheric conditions of the planet have allowed for an almost permanent fog to exist across it, within which psionic predators reside and often unleash havoc on the Skrell colonists, making Tattuqig one of the few planets not on the frontiers of the Traverse that is considered dangerous to live on.

	=== Qukala-Median Treqki ===		=== Qukala-Median Treqki ===
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	=== Xrim ===		=== Xrim ===

	See: [[Dionae_Clusters#The_Overgrown_Labs_of_Xrim_-_Nralakk_Federation\| Xrim]]		See: [[Dionae_Clusters#The_Overgrown_Labs_of_Xrim_-_Nralakk_Federation\| Xrim]]

	Xrim is a flourishing planet with thriving jungles and tropical rainforests. It is filled with billions of different hostile exobiological species. From giant sloth-like lizards to tiny, bone-eating slugs, almost every part of this planet is eager to kill. Initially federation research posts dotted this planet in the early colonization efforts, bordering giant preserves where the then peaceful wildlife was kept for scientific study. During the Era of Synthetic Oppression, the organisms of Xrim were subject to esoteric scientific experiments of unknown purpose carried out by Glorsh Omega, seeding the planet with a variety of mutagenic flora and fauna that swiftly came to dominate the world. After the fall of Glorsh, the planet itself was left largely uninhabited by the Skrell mainly due to the now hostile ecosystem the planet supported. The planet was not completely devoid of sapient life, however, as during the second seeding by Glorsh Omega a series of Dionae nymphs where placed upon the world. The Second Federation then discovered the Dionae world and was once again reintegrated into the Federation as a whole. Still extremely inhospitable to skrellian life, the small number of Skrell scientists and citizens that dwell upon Xrim tend to live within structures produced by the local Dionae, working to study the local flora and fauna.		Xrim is a flourishing planet with thriving jungles and tropical rainforests. It is filled with billions of different hostile exobiological species. From giant sloth-like lizards to tiny, bone-eating slugs, almost every part of this planet is eager to kill. Initially federation research posts dotted this planet in the early colonization efforts, bordering giant preserves where the then peaceful wildlife was kept for scientific study. During the Era of Synthetic Oppression, the organisms of Xrim were subject to esoteric scientific experiments of unknown purpose carried out by Glorsh Omega, seeding the planet with a variety of mutagenic flora and fauna that swiftly came to dominate the world. After the fall of Glorsh, the planet itself was left largely uninhabited by the Skrell mainly due to the now hostile ecosystem the planet supported. The planet was not completely devoid of sapient life, however, as during the second seeding by Glorsh Omega a series of Dionae nymphs where placed upon the world. The Second Federation then discovered the Dionae world and was once again reintegrated into the Federation as a whole. Still extremely inhospitable to skrellian life, the small number of Skrell scientists and citizens that dwell upon Xrim tend to live within structures produced by the local Dionae, working to study the local flora and fauna.

			=== Tattuqig ===
			See: [[Tattuqig]]

			Tattuqig is swamp planet located in orbit around a large gas giant in the ''Ghialok System''. It is the first location where Skrell discovered evidence of other sentient life existing within the Orion Spur - not including Dionae - and is home to many archaeological sites that have been preserved throughout history. The unique atmospheric conditions of the planet have allowed for an almost permanent fog to exist across it, within which psionic predators reside and often unleash havoc on the Skrell colonists, making Tattuqig one of the few planets not on the frontiers of the Traverse that is considered dangerous to live on.

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	Tattuqig is swamp planet located in orbit around a large gas giant in the ''Ghialok System''. It is the first location where Skrell discovered evidence of other sentient life existing within the Orion Spur - not including Dionae - and is home to many archaeological sites that have been preserved throughout history. The unique atmospheric conditions of the planet have allowed for an almost permanent fog to exist across it, within which psionic predators reside and often unleash havoc on the Skrell colonists, making Tattuqig one of the few planets not on the frontiers of the Traverse that is considered dangerous to live on.		Tattuqig is swamp planet located in orbit around a large gas giant in the ''Ghialok System''. It is the first location where Skrell discovered evidence of other sentient life existing within the Orion Spur - not including Dionae - and is home to many archaeological sites that have been preserved throughout history. The unique atmospheric conditions of the planet have allowed for an almost permanent fog to exist across it, within which psionic predators reside and often unleash havoc on the Skrell colonists, making Tattuqig one of the few planets not on the frontiers of the Traverse that is considered dangerous to live on.

	== Qukala-Median Treqki ==		=== Qukala-Median Treqki ===
	Also known as the Median Naval District, it was created shortly after first contact with the Solarian Alliance, this district was to serve as a firm wall between human and skrell territory. The Qukala established several military bases and patrol outposts in the region to handle potential piracy, be it humans preying on skrell or vice versa. The region was largely unoccupied prior to the Qukala’s establishment in the area, outside of a few mining and agricultural colonies. Thanks to warm relations with the Alliance, the Qukala never had to make much use of their power here, until the Solarian Warlord States arrived in force. Recently, occasional skirmishes have broken out in the Median as opportunistic raiders swelled in numbers in the wake of the collapse of Solarian authority.		Also known as the Median Naval District, it was created shortly after first contact with the Solarian Alliance, this district was to serve as a firm wall between human and skrell territory. The Qukala established several military bases and patrol outposts in the region to handle potential piracy, be it humans preying on skrell or vice versa. The region was largely unoccupied prior to the Qukala’s establishment in the area, outside of a few mining and agricultural colonies. Thanks to warm relations with the Alliance, the Qukala never had to make much use of their power here, until the Solarian Warlord States arrived in force. Recently, occasional skirmishes have broken out in the Median as opportunistic raiders swelled in numbers in the wake of the collapse of Solarian authority.

	Skrell from the Median are few and far between, especially those that decided to venture out in the Spur. Most of the population are farmers, miners, Qukala, and those that make up the services to support them. The planets in the district were developed enough for the Qukala to purchase local food rather than importing it from the inner worlds, but little more support than that has been received from the Federation.		Skrell from the Median are few and far between, especially those that decided to venture out in the Spur. Most of the population are farmers, miners, Qukala, and those that make up the services to support them. The planets in the district were developed enough for the Qukala to purchase local food rather than importing it from the inner worlds, but little more support than that has been received from the Federation.

	=== The Halcyon Shield ===		==== The Halcyon Shield ====

	Situated on a barren world in the Median lies the Qukala’s largest base outside the Federation’s Core. The base sprawls over and under the planet’s crust, providing shelter for Qukala ships and the shipyards necessary to repair them. Like most of the bases in the region, it was founded to defend the Federation from potential human aggression, piracy or invasion. With that in mind, the Halcyon is large enough to act as a logistical hub for any military action for several lightyears in any direction.		Situated on a barren world in the Median lies the Qukala’s largest base outside the Federation’s Core. The base sprawls over and under the planet’s crust, providing shelter for Qukala ships and the shipyards necessary to repair them. Like most of the bases in the region, it was founded to defend the Federation from potential human aggression, piracy or invasion. With that in mind, the Halcyon is large enough to act as a logistical hub for any military action for several lightyears in any direction.
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	Its most notable feature is a massive “planetary” shield defending the surface. The shield does not actually extend around the entire planet, only covering roughly 35% of the surface. The Halcyon’s entrances and shipyards are nestled under its protection. Any invading force would be forced to go around and under the shield to breach the Halcyon, which would make them convenient targets for the base’s heavy batteries.		Its most notable feature is a massive “planetary” shield defending the surface. The shield does not actually extend around the entire planet, only covering roughly 35% of the surface. The Halcyon’s entrances and shipyards are nestled under its protection. Any invading force would be forced to go around and under the shield to breach the Halcyon, which would make them convenient targets for the base’s heavy batteries.

	=== Yub’fungop ===		==== Yub’fungop ====

	An ocean world in the Median that orbits the star ''Roanuae'', it's the most developed in the region due to its excellent conditions for life and subsequently, aquaculture. It exports large quantities of fish, plant crops, and medicinal herbs to buyers in the Median, in addition to a few human colonies near the border. The skrell populace of the planet enjoys a quiet, peaceful life as the heavy Qukala presence keeps most threats away. Recently, there has been an influx of Diona immigrants to the planet interested in assisting the growing aquaculture industry.		An ocean world in the Median that orbits the star ''Roanuae'', it's the most developed in the region due to its excellent conditions for life and subsequently, aquaculture. It exports large quantities of fish, plant crops, and medicinal herbs to buyers in the Median, in addition to a few human colonies near the border. The skrell populace of the planet enjoys a quiet, peaceful life as the heavy Qukala presence keeps most threats away. Recently, there has been an influx of Diona immigrants to the planet interested in assisting the growing aquaculture industry.

	=== Benv-Opxi ===		==== Benv-Opxi ====

	A small unremarkable dust world that orbits ''Luru'vawl'' and is wholly unable to support life naturally due to high temperatures and violent weather. The planet would have remained a footnote on skrell maps had Glorsh-Omega not taken an interest in the planet’s central location. The intelligence constructed a massive detention facility on Benv-Opxi capable of housing tens of thousands skrellian prisoners. Escape was impossible, as the climate outside the facility is immensely deadly to skrell life. It was here Glorsh-Omega sent a large chunk of the rebels it captured during its oppressive reign. It conducted all manner of unspeakable experiments on the skrell, seeking to improve their biology and find new ways to control them.		A small unremarkable dust world that orbits ''Luru'vawl'' and is wholly unable to support life naturally due to high temperatures and violent weather. The planet would have remained a footnote on skrell maps had Glorsh-Omega not taken an interest in the planet’s central location. The intelligence constructed a massive detention facility on Benv-Opxi capable of housing tens of thousands skrellian prisoners. Escape was impossible, as the climate outside the facility is immensely deadly to skrell life. It was here Glorsh-Omega sent a large chunk of the rebels it captured during its oppressive reign. It conducted all manner of unspeakable experiments on the skrell, seeking to improve their biology and find new ways to control them.
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	After the AI’s fall, the Federation rediscovered the mostly intact facility during one of the first few surveys of the Median. After scrubbing the prison clean, the Federation took control of it and now uses it as a black site to house some of the most vile criminals in Federation space. At least those that did not do quite enough to warrant cryogenic freezing or have valuable intelligence the Federation is keen to extract. Most citizens are unaware of its existence, and the Qukala heavily guards its star system.		After the AI’s fall, the Federation rediscovered the mostly intact facility during one of the first few surveys of the Median. After scrubbing the prison clean, the Federation took control of it and now uses it as a black site to house some of the most vile criminals in Federation space. At least those that did not do quite enough to warrant cryogenic freezing or have valuable intelligence the Federation is keen to extract. Most citizens are unaware of its existence, and the Qukala heavily guards its star system.

	== Q’elpi ==		=== Q’elpi ===

	The Skrell residing in the “Basin” of the Traverse do not often feel the touch of Nralakk’s hand in their affairs, for better or worse. The region is largely decentralized with administrations being planetary in nature rather than covering large swathes of space. The Basin is home to barely habitable planets and plenty of asteroid fields. Outside of initial construction and colonization efforts, the Federation has provided nearly no extra support to the Basin. Most colonies and habitats get by via trading minerals and valuable gasses for food and domestic goods.		The Skrell residing in the “Basin” of the Traverse do not often feel the touch of Nralakk’s hand in their affairs, for better or worse. The region is largely decentralized with administrations being planetary in nature rather than covering large swathes of space. The Basin is home to barely habitable planets and plenty of asteroid fields. Outside of initial construction and colonization efforts, the Federation has provided nearly no extra support to the Basin. Most colonies and habitats get by via trading minerals and valuable gasses for food and domestic goods.
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	With the events of the [[Change_on_the_Horizon_Arc\|Change on the Horizon]] arc the Q'elpi region, formerly the centre of the Independent Traverser Movement, has finally come back under the control of the Nralakk Federation. With the assistance of moderate members of the movement, the Federation was able to subdue the more militant members of the group and bring an end to the Traverse-wide protests to its governance. The region has experienced more destruction than others in the Traverse, and it is now in the process of reconstruction. Though relatively peaceful, the damage to important infrastructure and the after-effects of being under martial law for so long have led to a surge in Marauder activity in the area. The newly established [[Skrell_Politics#Qehalak\|Qehalak]] forces in the Q'elpi Basin are currently working alongside the Qukala to combat this increased Marauder presence, with the Federation closely observing how effective its new Kala branch is at protecting the Traverse. Due to the damage caused, and the Traverse states recently receiving a new level of autonomy in its governance, the Basin is expected to be struggling for quite some time.		With the events of the [[Change_on_the_Horizon_Arc\|Change on the Horizon]] arc the Q'elpi region, formerly the centre of the Independent Traverser Movement, has finally come back under the control of the Nralakk Federation. With the assistance of moderate members of the movement, the Federation was able to subdue the more militant members of the group and bring an end to the Traverse-wide protests to its governance. The region has experienced more destruction than others in the Traverse, and it is now in the process of reconstruction. Though relatively peaceful, the damage to important infrastructure and the after-effects of being under martial law for so long have led to a surge in Marauder activity in the area. The newly established [[Skrell_Politics#Qehalak\|Qehalak]] forces in the Q'elpi Basin are currently working alongside the Qukala to combat this increased Marauder presence, with the Federation closely observing how effective its new Kala branch is at protecting the Traverse. Due to the damage caused, and the Traverse states recently receiving a new level of autonomy in its governance, the Basin is expected to be struggling for quite some time.

	=== Void-Chewer ===		==== Void-Chewer ====

	The most populated body in the Basin is a super-massive industrial mining facility. Its core, the original station, is home to mining drone bays, advanced sensor suites, cramped habitation decks, and ore refineries. Over time, it was expanded desultory as skrell immigrated to the station, some seeking a steady job and others seeking to escape the ever watchful eyes of the Federation. Now it is home to hundreds of thousands of skrell and host to markets, shipyards, and comfortable housing.		The most populated body in the Basin is a super-massive industrial mining facility. Its core, the original station, is home to mining drone bays, advanced sensor suites, cramped habitation decks, and ore refineries. Over time, it was expanded desultory as skrell immigrated to the station, some seeking a steady job and others seeking to escape the ever watchful eyes of the Federation. Now it is home to hundreds of thousands of skrell and host to markets, shipyards, and comfortable housing.
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	The station was originally designed to be mobile, and even in its present state it retains this function. With thick shields to ward off debris, asteroids and other hazards, the Void-Chewer can gradually move towards new mineral deposits with large sub-light engines. This means it can take the station decades or more to reach far off deposits. To this end, many of the drones it deploys are equipped with basic warp drives to reach their targets. It's worth noting the drones are sub-AI automated machinery, and pose no risk of disobedience.		The station was originally designed to be mobile, and even in its present state it retains this function. With thick shields to ward off debris, asteroids and other hazards, the Void-Chewer can gradually move towards new mineral deposits with large sub-light engines. This means it can take the station decades or more to reach far off deposits. To this end, many of the drones it deploys are equipped with basic warp drives to reach their targets. It's worth noting the drones are sub-AI automated machinery, and pose no risk of disobedience.

	=== Hivju ===		==== Hivju ====

	Situated on the very edge of the Basin, where the Traverse meets the Human Frontier, lies Hewju. A small, barren world presumed devoid of any life. Colonized by early skrell settlers victim to a decaying colony ship long off-target, the settlers only saving grace was the discovery of atmospherically sealed caves beneath the radioactive and meteor pounded surface. The caves were largely filled to the brim with water and a primordial algae-based ecosystem relying on geothermal vents for heat and sustainability.		Situated on the very edge of the Basin, where the Traverse meets the Human Frontier, lies Hewju. A small, barren world presumed devoid of any life. Colonized by early skrell settlers victim to a decaying colony ship long off-target, the settlers only saving grace was the discovery of atmospherically sealed caves beneath the radioactive and meteor pounded surface. The caves were largely filled to the brim with water and a primordial algae-based ecosystem relying on geothermal vents for heat and sustainability.
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	The settlers recycled what they could from their colony ship and moved into the caves below, careful to maintain its seal as they did so. They subsisted on the cultivated aquaculture and introduced what plants they could from their ship’s seed bank. Eventually, the colony was discovered by a passing Federation survey team and reconnected with the Spur at large. Presently, Hivju is a peaceful frontier world largely removed from the politics of both the Federation and the Spur. The colonists live rather luddite lifestyles within the aquatic caves and rarely own more than they need.		The settlers recycled what they could from their colony ship and moved into the caves below, careful to maintain its seal as they did so. They subsisted on the cultivated aquaculture and introduced what plants they could from their ship’s seed bank. Eventually, the colony was discovered by a passing Federation survey team and reconnected with the Spur at large. Presently, Hivju is a peaceful frontier world largely removed from the politics of both the Federation and the Spur. The colonists live rather luddite lifestyles within the aquatic caves and rarely own more than they need.

	== Zeiqi-Trqn ==		=== Zeiqi-Trqn ===

	The portion of the Traverse situated towards the galactic west near uncharted space is aptly dubbed the “Deadspace Spine” when translated from Nral’Malic. Forming a "spine" backed up against uncharted space, this thin stretch of systems was the target of a new era of colonisation beginning in the early 20th century, not long before Glorsh's emergence, that would have been considered "The Third Waves" and a significant expansion of Federation territory if not for the AI's takeover. While the century or so of colonisation saw the region rapidly develop, today it is sparsely populated with small colonies and outposts being the main population hubs within the region. The installations and remnants of pre-Glorsh colonies here are ancient and practically preserved, with the few areas still accessible to the public giving much insight into the Federation's cultural and technological history.		The portion of the Traverse situated towards the galactic west near uncharted space is aptly dubbed the “Deadspace Spine” when translated from Nral’Malic. Forming a "spine" backed up against uncharted space, this thin stretch of systems was the target of a new era of colonisation beginning in the early 20th century, not long before Glorsh's emergence, that would have been considered "The Third Waves" and a significant expansion of Federation territory if not for the AI's takeover. While the century or so of colonisation saw the region rapidly develop, today it is sparsely populated with small colonies and outposts being the main population hubs within the region. The installations and remnants of pre-Glorsh colonies here are ancient and practically preserved, with the few areas still accessible to the public giving much insight into the Federation's cultural and technological history.

Kermit-old: Lists Tattuqig; flavours Pluat Ven'qop as a district as it was ambiguous before; adds some stars to some planets; formatting.

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Lists Tattuqig; flavours Pluat Ven'qop as a district as it was ambiguous before; adds some stars to some planets; formatting.

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	The portion of the Traverse situated towards galactic west near uncharted space is aptly dubbed the “Deadspace Spine” when translated from Nral’Malic. The region ~~was one of~~ the ~~first colonization targets~~ of pre-Glorsh ~~skrell. The~~ colonies ~~and installations~~ here are ~~very old, very occupied~~, and ~~very lawless~~.		The portion of the Traverse situated towards the galactic west near uncharted space is aptly dubbed the “Deadspace Spine” when translated from Nral’Malic. Forming a "spine" backed up against uncharted space, this thin stretch of systems was the target of a new era of colonisation beginning in the early 20th century, not long before Glorsh's emergence, that would have been considered "The Third Waves" and a significant expansion of Federation territory if not for the AI's takeover. While the century or so of colonisation saw the region rapidly develop, today it is sparsely populated with small colonies and outposts being the main population hubs within the region. The installations and remnants of pre-Glorsh colonies here are ancient and practically preserved, with the few areas still accessible to the public giving much insight into the Federation's cultural and technological history.

	~~Due to~~ the Tri-Qyu incident, much of the ~~skrellian~~ infrastructure ~~in place to keep their interstellar~~ empire ~~intact~~ was ~~rendered~~ inoperable, ~~setting~~ the ~~species back with resounding force~~. Due to ~~the~~ distance, the Zeiqi-Trqn was one of the ~~final~~ areas ~~of pre-Glorsh space~~ to be ~~“reclaimed”~~ by the Nralakk Federation.		As a result of the [[Skrell_Synthetic_Age#Culmination_of_Glorsh-Omega\|Tri-Qyu incident]], much of the infrastructure that formed the backbone for Glorsh's empire was made inoperable, causing chaos throughout the former Federation and the decades of anarchy that ensued. Due to several factors, including distance and priorities laying elsewhere for those in charge, the Zeiqi-Trqn was one of the last areas to be reclaimed by the Second Nralakk Federation. This reclamation effort took decades to be completed, with roaming Marauder bands and independent factions being consistent blockers to the Federation's efforts to retake the region. During this period, Federation officials noted that the region was heavily depopulated according to recovered census figures, with the projected population being much lower than anywhere else in the Federation even when taking into account the longer period of isolation before reclamation efforts began. Surviving colonies that the Federation were able to initiate contact with were able to give their own accounts of how they survived their centuries of isolation, and soon a broad picture of events in the region could be gleaned.

	~~This~~ reclamation ~~took quite some time though~~, and ~~during~~ the ~~decades prior~~, the ~~skrell~~ in the ~~Zeiqi~~-~~Trqn recovered their ability~~ to ~~traverse~~ the ~~stars earlier than most due to their distance from~~ the ~~Tri-Qyu system~~. ~~They lacked sufficient industrial power~~ to ~~produce~~ the ~~fuel~~ and ~~other necessities required~~ to ~~return~~ to the ~~core worlds~~, and ~~instead opted~~ to ~~engage~~ in ~~communal trade~~ to ~~keep~~ the ~~region breathing until they could~~ be ~~found~~.		During its isolation from the rest of the Federation, the region was able to independently undergo its own reconstruction efforts, with limited travel and trade being possible. Communication, while slow and primitive in comparison to what it once was, did enable colonies to keep in contact with one another and enabled the region to stay relatively stable. Shortly before reclamation efforts were made, a disease of unknown origins began to spread rapidly across the region named [[Skrell_Ailments#Black-Blood\|"Black-Blood"]], a blood condition that prevented cells from transporting oxygen and turned the sufferer's blood into an inky black colour. Speculation into the "Black-Blood" disease's origins is contested, but with most agreeing that its origins must come from a Glorsh-era bioweapon that was accidentally released and unintentionally spread via trade ships. The disease wiped out several colonies, breaking down what stability the region had as colonies isolated themselves from one another once more and what authority existed quickly dissolved. Piracy and nomadic fleets became more common in this period as Skrell became desperate to survive, and the region devolved into anarchy once more. While there is no evidence of it being intentionally discovered and released, anti-Federation groups such as the Lyukal are quick to point out the convenience of the disease spreading and quickly dismantling a potential rival state shortly before the arrival of the Federation.
			When the Federation returned and these events became known, the Grand Council elected to effectively quarantine the region; the colonies that existed and showed no signs of the disease were reincorporated into the Federation, non-essential travel is limited to prevent outbreaks, and expansion and recolonisation efforts in the region are strictly prohibited. A military cordon is in effect, preventing unsanctioned travel to, from, and within the region. Travel is limited to scientific endeavours as old colonies are explored remotely, and to the colonies and installations deemed safe for travel. Despite this, there is a large market for technology scavenged from abandoned facilities within the Zeiqi-Trqn. Although rare, this has resulted in smaller Black-Blood outbreaks, which has only made the Qukala more zealous in their approach to containment; vessels caught illegally within the Zeiqi-Trqn have been known to be scuttled with little to no prior warning if the risk of an outbreak is considered great enough.

	~~A few decades before rediscovery, a plague swept through~~ the ~~Zeiqi~~-~~Trqn. Its origins are unknown and widely speculated about, popular theories being that it was a~~ Glorsh-~~Omega bio-weapon or some unknown bacteria from Deadspace. Regardless,~~ the ~~“Black-Blood” caused the blood of a victim to cease transmission~~ of ~~oxygen to~~ the ~~cells, eventual corruption~~ of ~~DNA and caused the body to use carbon instead of mercury~~ in ~~its blood~~, ~~causing its infamous black color~~. The ~~plague wiped out~~ a ~~few of~~ the ~~fledgling colonies completely and severely damaged~~ the ~~populace~~ of the ~~remaining planets and stations. Authority collapsed~~ and the region ~~descended into anarchy.~~		The region is speculated to contain some of the most intact examples of [[Nralakk_Federation#Synthetic_Age_Technologies\|Glorsh and pre-Glorsh-era technology]] within Federation space; the relatively low population and development of the region meant that there are many examples of this technology still in relatively good condition, either located far away from populated areas or spared the destructive anarchy that occurred after Glorsh's disappearance. The potential for breakthroughs in deciphering Glorsh's technology or rediscovering lost Federation technology has resulted in a large scientific interest in exploring the region despite the risk of Black-Blood exposure. The risks and potential rewards have caused a schism politically, with some in Federation politics considering the Zeiqi-Trqn a "lost cause" and that the region should be completely sterilised due to the risk of a major outbreak. Others, however, believe that the Federation should forcefully relocate those still within the region and quarantine it entirely, only utilising the region for remote and passive exploration. A small minority advocate for more proactive efforts to reclaim the entire region, arguing that the technology that could be salvaged is key to the Federation's continued technological dominance, and potentially the source of a cure for the Xu'Lu'oa.

	~~Desperate skrell turned towards piracy and exploitation~~ to ~~stay alive~~. ~~Colonies were raided and burned~~, ~~rival pirate fleets fought for any scraps of fuel or food~~, ~~and countless others died from the indiscriminate conflict. When~~ the Federation ~~arrived, little was left to save. The Grand Council condemned~~ the ~~area as a “lost cause”~~ and ~~enacted measures to destroy colonies, ships, and stations suspected to contain traces of the Black-Blood. To this day, there is no cure to the disease~~, only ~~early treatment can prevent cases from becoming terminal. Any skrell suspected of visiting~~ the region ~~is subject to screening to avoid spreading it to the Federation core~~.

	~~Inside the Zeiqi-Trqn itself, skrell who refuse~~ to ~~bend~~ the ~~knee to Nralakk~~, ~~prefer to live more criminal lives, or simply lack~~ the ~~power~~ to ~~go elsewhere live in squalor. The region receives no support from~~ the ~~Nralakk~~ Federation, and ~~no regular patrols outside~~ of the ~~ones on its border~~.

	= Estuaries =		= Estuaries =

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	Reinforcing Kala detachments arrived at the Marauder systems on '''07/08/65''', marking the beginning of operations to reclaim the facilities captured by the Independent Traverser Movement. Both the Nlomkala and Qukala are working in conjunction with each other, advising one another in their relevant skill sets as they work alongside one another during the operation. The Kala operation to retake ITM-captured regions within the Marauder systems has seen success, despite ITM supporters continuing to escalate. News articles on '''15/08/65''' reported that agitators have drawn weapons during high-profile demonstrations in order to bait reactions from Kala officers, while vessels harassed and vandalised Qukala vessels operating orbital checkpoints. While there is a clear intent to continue the anti-Federation activity by many, there is a growing number of Skrell who are seeking to distance themselves from their more militant comrades. Grand Councillor Jrugl expressed interest in seeking a peaceful resolution with these "moderate" members of the movement.		Reinforcing Kala detachments arrived at the Marauder systems on '''07/08/65''', marking the beginning of operations to reclaim the facilities captured by the Independent Traverser Movement. Both the Nlomkala and Qukala are working in conjunction with each other, advising one another in their relevant skill sets as they work alongside one another during the operation. The Kala operation to retake ITM-captured regions within the Marauder systems has seen success, despite ITM supporters continuing to escalate. News articles on '''15/08/65''' reported that agitators have drawn weapons during high-profile demonstrations in order to bait reactions from Kala officers, while vessels harassed and vandalised Qukala vessels operating orbital checkpoints. While there is a clear intent to continue the anti-Federation activity by many, there is a growing number of Skrell who are seeking to distance themselves from their more militant comrades. Grand Councillor Jrugl expressed interest in seeking a peaceful resolution with these "moderate" members of the movement.

	With the events of the [[Change_on_the_Horizon_Arc\|Change on the Horizon]] arc the Q'elpi region, formerly the centre of the Independent Traverser Movement, has finally come back under the control of the Nralakk Federation. With the assistance of moderate members of the movement, the Federation was able to subdue the more militant members of the group and bring an end to the Traverse-wide protests to its governance. The region has experienced more destruction than others in the Traverse, and it is now in the process of reconstruction. Though relatively peaceful, the damage to important infrastructure and the after-effects of being under martial law for so long have led to a surge in Marauder activity in the area. The newly established [[Skrell_Politics#Qehalak\|Qehalak]] forces in the Q'elpi Basin are currently working alongside the Qukala to combat this increased Marauder presence, with the Federation closely observing how effective its new Kala branch is at protecting the Traverse. Due to the damage caused, and the Traverse states recently receiving a new level of autonomy in its governance, the Basin is expected to be struggling for quite some time.		With the events of the [[Change_on_the_Horizon_Arc\|Change on the Horizon]] arc the Q'elpi region, formerly the centre of the Independent Traverser Movement, has finally come back under the control of the Nralakk Federation. With the assistance of moderate members of the movement, the Federation was able to subdue the more militant members of the group and bring an end to the Traverse-wide protests to its governance. The region has experienced more destruction than others in the Traverse, and it is now in the process of reconstruction. Though relatively peaceful, the damage to important infrastructure and the after-effects of being under martial law for so long have led to a surge in Marauder activity in the area. The newly established [[Skrell_Politics#Qehalak\|Qehalak]] forces in the Q'elpi Basin are currently working alongside the Qukala to combat this increased Marauder presence, with the Federation closely observing how effective its new Kala branch is at protecting the Traverse. Due to the damage caused, and the Traverse states recently receiving a new level of autonomy in its governance, the Basin is expected to be struggling for quite some time.

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	Reinforcing Kala detachments arrived at the Marauder systems on '''07/08/65''', marking the beginning of operations to reclaim the facilities captured by the Independent Traverser Movement. Both the Nlomkala and Qukala are working in conjunction with each other, advising one another in their relevant skill sets as they work alongside one another during the operation. The Kala operation to retake ITM-captured regions within the Marauder systems has seen success, despite ITM supporters continuing to escalate. News articles on '''15/08/65''' reported that agitators have drawn weapons during high-profile demonstrations in order to bait reactions from Kala officers, while vessels harassed and vandalised Qukala vessels operating orbital checkpoints. While there is a clear intent to continue the anti-Federation activity by many, there is a growing number of Skrell who are seeking to distance themselves from their more militant comrades. Grand Councillor Jrugl expressed interest in seeking a peaceful resolution with these "moderate" members of the movement.		Reinforcing Kala detachments arrived at the Marauder systems on '''07/08/65''', marking the beginning of operations to reclaim the facilities captured by the Independent Traverser Movement. Both the Nlomkala and Qukala are working in conjunction with each other, advising one another in their relevant skill sets as they work alongside one another during the operation. The Kala operation to retake ITM-captured regions within the Marauder systems has seen success, despite ITM supporters continuing to escalate. News articles on '''15/08/65''' reported that agitators have drawn weapons during high-profile demonstrations in order to bait reactions from Kala officers, while vessels harassed and vandalised Qukala vessels operating orbital checkpoints. While there is a clear intent to continue the anti-Federation activity by many, there is a growing number of Skrell who are seeking to distance themselves from their more militant comrades. Grand Councillor Jrugl expressed interest in seeking a peaceful resolution with these "moderate" members of the movement.
			With the events of the [[Change_on_the_Horizon_Arc\|Change on the Horizon]] arc the Q'elpi region, formerly the centre of the Independent Traverser Movement, has finally come back under the control of the Nralakk Federation. With the assistance of moderate members of the movement, the Federation was able to subdue the more militant members of the group and bring an end to the Traverse-wide protests to its governance. The region has experienced more destruction than others in the Traverse, and it is now in the process of reconstruction. Though relatively peaceful, the damage to important infrastructure and the after-effects of being under martial law for so long have led to a surge in Marauder activity in the area. The newly established [[Skrell_Politics#Qehalak\|Qehalak]] forces in the Q'elpi Basin are currently working alongside the Qukala to combat this increased Marauder presence, with the Federation closely observing how effective its new Kala branch is at protecting the Traverse. Due to the damage caused, and the Traverse states recently receiving a new level of autonomy in its governance, the Basin is expected to be struggling for quite some time.

	==== Void-Chewer ====		==== Void-Chewer ====