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Considered the first sophont to have been discovered by the Nralakk Federation, and in the glaring wake of the manual labour problems experienced as a result of the Reign of Glorsh-Omega, Dionae were integrated into the recovering state by 2240. Despite this, they still experience heavy monitoring and more stringent rules placed on them as citizens. The majority of Dionae living in the Federation originate from the Conglomerated Choir of Nralakk, however, there is a growing population of the species from the Covenant of Xrim. Dionae, despite the additional control, overall have more benefits within the Nralakk Federation and are treated more or less equal to their Skrellian peers – with the Federation tailoring the Social Credit System to be more applicable to the species. It is not uncommon for Dionae who fail to meet the expectations of the Federation to emigrate and seek opportunities in Tau Ceti.

Treatment & Discrimination

Despite their early integration and long-standing presence within the Nralakk Federation, Dionae continues to face some forms of discrimination and stringent regulations – harsher than other Sophont counterparts in the Federation. This largely stems from a combination of the species' enigmatic existence, and their inability to tune into the Nlom. The Conglomerated Choir of Nralakk set the precedent for the relationship between the two species. While initial interactions were marked by curiosity and scientific interest, over time, the Federation's policies evolved to incorporate a more cautious and controlling approach. The Federation is wary of the Dionaes’ unique biological characteristics and potential for rapid growth, particularly following the damage done by Glorsh-Omega, and therefore sought a different approach to Dionae as they have to Skrell.

Overall, the Nralakk Federation is considered to be among one of the better States in regard to the treatment of Dionae. It is not uncommon to see Dionae enjoying themselves within the many cities of the Federation, even as far as the Traverse. However, they largely do not get the same comforts as the Skrell, with more travel and reproductive restrictions, and lesser access to state resources. The Federation has attributed this to the unique form of the social credit system applicable to the Dionae, while others have criticised it as essentially condoning discrimination of the species.

Discrimination against Dionae is not necessarily an easy process to spot. It is a more veiled, and subtle, art used against the species by Skrell. The species' lack of any ability to tune into the Nlom has resulted in large amounts of the conversation being lost on them – and despite attempts to assist these deficits with the creation of the Nlom Receiver, the ability to send psionic signals is still impossible. Dionae are likely, or have already, seen the effects of this throughout the Federation, particularly in professional environments though it is apparent in casual environments as well.

Governmental Regulation

Social Credit System

Subjected to an “equal yet separate” social credit system, the Dionae have unique interactions with the system. Initially implemented harsh limitations that sought to limit their ability to reach higher social credit scores, and restricted travel for all registered Dionae, even the sizes of gestalts. This system was gradually replaced with the Dionae Equitable Social Credit System – or the DESCS. It is largely considered to be an adaption of the main system. It has been adapted to serve the interests of both the Nralakk Federation and Dionae. It is recognised that Dionae generally comprise secondary numerical, with an aggregate score of 5.72. While rare, there have been Dionae since their integration that have been able to achieve their dreams of being a primary numerical. It is tied to the entirety of the gestalt, as opposed to individual nymphs.

Inductive Behaviours

+Displaying Loyalty to the Federation. Actively participating in community and governmental initiatives that promote the Federation’s values and goals.

+Sustained Merge. Dionae that maintain their current gestalt will be considered stable, and therefore a continuous, contributing member of society.

+Integration. Harmonious integration into the Federation. This largely involves ensuring compliance with Federation regulations on Dionae.

+Peaceful Coexistence. Demonstrating peaceful and cooperative behaviour towards all species within the Federation.

+Chipped. Dionae must ensure registration with the Federation.

+Council of Dionae Integration and Adoption Certification. The Dionae has been certified by the Council as having been raised by a Skrellian Quya, and complied with recommendations, or was raised by another Dionae with a score higher than 5.51 that has been approved.

+Cultural and Education Development. Pursuing further education and skills development that enhances both personal growth and societal contribution, as requested by the Council of Dionae Integration and Adoption.

+Religion. Following a State-sanctioned religion, or the Orthodox Eternal.

+Growth and Multiplying. A Dionae has complied with the regulations regarding reproduction.

Deductive Behaviours

-Displaying disloyalty to the Federation. Actions or speech that undermine the Federation’s authority or values.

-Destructive. Engaging in uncontrolled or harmful growth that poses risks to the environment or other citizens.

-Criminal Activities. Dionae have an obligation to report unsanctioned mergings or splittings, and failing to notify the Federation of such behaviour is considered infringing on its regulations for Dionae – by association, they will be considered to have an association with criminal elements.

-Neglect of Duties. Failing to contribute to societal or environmental responsibilities expected of Dionae, as outlined by the Council of Dionae Integration and Adoption.

-Anti-Social Behaviour. Engaging in behaviours that disrupt social harmony or negatively impact the Federation’s wellbeing.

-Violation of Scientific Ethics. Participating in unethical scientific practices or research that endangers others or the environment. Those who leave the Covenant of Xrim, particularly the Scorned, and seek residence in the Federation generally get this applied to them.

-Religion. Following a non-State sanctioned religion, but in particular the Iron Eternal.

Monitoring

Dionae are routinely monitored by the Council of Dionae Integration and Adoption, mostly through their chips. Each Dionae, upon being disgorged, is required to be chipped as soon as possible. This provides them with an identification number, attached to it generally is every significant action that a Dionae will ever do. This system is public, and any citizen of the Nralakk Federation may search the identification number of a Dionae to acquire a detailed infographic on their actions throughout their life. Dionae further must ensure that they are approved by the Council of Dionae Integration and Adoption to reproduce, failure to do so has been considered an offence within the Nralakk Federation and can result in a social credit score being lowered and a fine. It is not uncommon for the Council of Dionae Integration and Adoption to perform routine examinations on Dionae, usually on a biannual period, to ensure that no unsanctioned mergings or splittings have occurred.

Reproduction

Dionae are not allowed to reproduce without express permission from the Council of Dionae Integration and Adoption. Though a biological impulse, and not necessarily able to be controlled, reproduction is still monitored within the Federation. Dionae must submit themselves to the Council to be approved to raise the next generation, where failure to be approved typically results in the newborns being assigned to another Dionae, or being raised by a Skrellian Quya. Similarly to Skrell, Dionae must sustain a high enough credit score, and further be issued a certification, to be able to reproduce. Dionae may only reproduce in designated areas, such as the Spiral Garden’s Nurseries – this is to ensure that they are chipped in an appropriate amount of time, and their needs are taken care of before undergoing evaluation by the Council of Dionae Integration and Adoption.

Genetic Absorption

There are strict regulations concerning genetic absorption for Dionae. Those found to be engaging in unsanctioned genetic absorption can find themselves with heavy deductions and possibly even conviction if the absorption caused damage to the environment or peoples of the Nralakk Federation. The Council of Dionae Integration and Adoption has placed across the Federation multiple sites in which Dionae can explore genetic absorption – following an appointment, of course. The “Greenhouse Education Centres” are entirely overseen by the Council, and ensure the regulation of genetic absorption in the Nralakk Federation. Over the course of their operation, they hold drives to acquire genetic information – donating is therefore incentivised by an increase in a non-Dionae’s increase in their social credit score. The genetic information presented is then categorised and stored. To acquire such the ability to absorb these donations, Dionae must first acquire an appointment with the Greenhouse Education Centre, undergo a brief evaluation, and depending on their social credit score, be presented with genetic information for absorption. Tertiary numericals are generally only allowed to absorb blood samples, with secondary numericals being offered more significant samples, and lastly, only primary’s being allowed active nerve tissue and brain matter.

Re-education

The Nralakk Federation has long been recognized for its stringent control over its populace, ensuring that every citizen adheres to its societal norms and values. Among the Federation's many unique populations, the Dionae have distinctive physiological traits and require special methods of control and re-education. The Federation's approach to managing and ensuring the loyalty of the Dionae is both intricate and invasive, involving advanced techniques of re-education that border on biological manipulation.

The physiological and psychological nature of Dionae necessitates a different approach to re-education compared to other species within the Federation. Being composed of smaller individuals that can split and merge when necessary, a unique challenge was presented to the Federation. Traditional re-education methods are often ineffective or impossible due to their collective consciousness and physiological make-up. To address this, the Federation employs are more invasive and intricate method, and when a Dionae is identified as being “non-compliant” or “non-desirable” as a result of their Social Credit Score, the Dionae will be forced to split into its individual nymphs. These nymphs are generally absorbed into pre-selected, loyal Dionae. The individual nymphs will typically be conditioned by these Dionae, instilling them with the values and ideals of the Federation. It involves intense psychological conditioning, and once these has been complete, the next step in the process begins.

The individual nymphs will then be required to absorb genetic material presented to them. The most common being spinal fluid, and typically reinforced with other donations from “loyal” citizens of the Federation – such as blood, or bone marrow. This can be a repeated process and generally is only considered “concluded” when the examining re-education officer has confirmed that each nymph has been successfully re-educated. They are then permitted to remerge, with their social credit score reset to five. A fresh start under the guiding eye of the Nralakk Federation.