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=Skrell Politics=
==Federation Governance==


= Politics =
The Nralakk Federation is a unitary directorial republic, whose centralized body manages all mechanisms of the nation as a whole, and is led by the '''Grand Council'''. The federal government manages foreign relations and national-level decisions, with planetary and further divisional management delegated and handled by its council structure. Within each level is a council and its respective councillors, who convene to handle the duties of their governed region, sector, or field with shared authority. The only exception to this is the Grand Council itself, whose Grand Councillor operates with singular, ultimate authority.
== Government Structure ==
[[file:jargon_flag.jpg|thumb|right|360px]|The flag of the Nralakk Federation]]


The Nralakk Federation has most of its power centred around the '''Federal Government''', the central body that legislates and governs for the Federation as a whole which is led by the '''Grand Council'''. While the Federal Government oversees external relations as well as the overall governing of the Federation, the '''Sector Government''' oversees the regular day-to-day operations of a sector and its systems and planets, and is led by the '''Sector Councillor'''. Each level of government in the Nralakk Federation will have a council structure of some sort, where several members of equal authority come together to form a council with either shared authority - or under a single authority in some cases similarly to the Grand Council itself.
The ''council'' is the body of governance at every level of Federation society, from a factory unit on Pluat, to the entire Federation itself. These councils can vary in size, term limits, and other small details, but they are all bound to three Federation-mandated guidelines; all councillors must be elected from the population their council governs, each councillor is afforded a singular and equal vote, and each council must obey the ruling of a superior council. For a motion to pass, or an action to be taken by a council, the normal convention is for a two-thirds majority vote, with some variations being dependent on the size or purpose of the governed entity. Every council must contain a chair unanimously elected from within the council itself, who then holds the responsibilities of representing the council, mediating debates, holding votes, and exercising a tie-breaking vote.


Positions within the Government follow a strict hierarchical structure, outlined below:
Councillors are typically low-to-high Primaries who, due to their position, are endowed with additional privileges and prestige, both in their community and their individual fields of expertise. One such privilege is the legal protection Councillors receive from being arrested and/or prosecuted as long as they hold the position, except in cases where the Kala have deemed them a threat to Federation Interests. Councillors may be removed from their position by a two-thirds majority vote polled from the citizens they are responsible for governing.


* '''Borough Councillor''' - This is the lowest and most local Government position recognised by the State. The definition varies, but boroughs are typically divisions of a town or city, with the number varying based on size. How the division is decided is based entirely on the local '''Magistrate''', with the '''Regional Governor''' approving the final proposal. The borough councils are set up in a triumvirate structure and typically provide local services such as garbage collection and community event organisation. They are also responsible for cooperating with Federal Officials when it comes to auditing [[C%27thur_in_the_Federation#Citizenship|C'thurian]] hive-cells living in the borough or having local Diona prepare for their [[Diona_in_the_Federation#The_Citizenship_Test|citizenship exam]]. Borough councils together form the local '''town or city council''', where they make decisions that will affect the entire locality, rather than just their own borough.
===Federal Government===


* '''Magistrate''' - A Magistrate's role can be seen as similar to a mayoral position. Their main responsibilities involve organising the local councils and providing guidance where required, as well as heading ceremonial duties and council meetings. Magistrates also act on behalf of their locality by forming the main council for the '''Regional Governor'''.
The Nralakk Federation has most of its power centred around the Federal government, the central body that legislates for and governs the Federation as a whole, headed by the Grand Council. While the Federal government oversees external relations as well as the overall governance of the Federation, the planetary governments oversee the regular day-to-day operations of Nralakk planets in the form of Planetary Councils.


* '''Regional Governor''' - A Regional Governor oversees entire regions on a planet. Typically this is divided by continent, but can also be divided by island chains or other geographic lines. Regional Governors will provide the main administrative decision-making for their region, ensuring that the region they govern performs to an acceptable standard. Regional Governors will form a council with and answer to the '''Planetary Governor'''.
====The Grand Council====
 
*'''Planetary Governor''' - The Planetary Governor oversees the administration of entire planets in a system. They follow the directives of the '''System Councillor''', ensuring that a planet is productive and adheres to the standards outlined for their system.
 
'''Installation Directors''' also exist, whose authority depends on the facility in question. Facilities that require governance vary, but range from habitats or industrial facilities orbiting populated planets to large mining structures or research installations in systems only exploited for their resources or for scientific pursuits. The authority of an Installation Director can either be equivalent to a '''Regional Governor''' if orbiting an inhabited planet, or a '''Planetary Governor''' if it is the sole facility on or orbiting a planet.
 
*'''System Councillor''' - System councillors administrate entire systems. They are responsible for ensuring that the planets and installations in their system are providing their assigned portion of the system's quota as outlined by their '''Sector Councillor''', as well as ensuring that requests for Federal assistance in the form of funding, disaster relief, or other resources are sent through the proper channels. In the event that a system only contains installations, one of the '''Installation Directors''' will be assigned the role of System Councillor.
 
*'''Sector Councillor''' - The six Sector Councillors govern one of the '''Sectors''' assigned to them by the '''Grand Councillor'''. They are responsible for ensuring that each sector is able to achieve the agenda as set out by '''Grand Council''', which they are a part of.
 
== Grand Council ==
[[File:GrandCouncil.png|thumb|right|300px|The emblem of the Grand Council.]]
[[File:GrandCouncil.png|thumb|right|300px|The emblem of the Grand Council.]]
'''Wuqrnjeq-Qu'Nralakk''' (Grand Council of the Nralakk Federation) is the supreme ruling body of the entirety of the Nralakk Federation. The Council will utilize subspace communication frequencies for non-essential meetings but is expected to return to Qerrbalak to attend an annual meeting held in Kal'lo, or in the event of an emergency. The Grand Council is renowned for its swift response to events in the Federation, but the bureaucratic nature of the Federation and its byzantine-like regulations open the way for criticism. Despite the Grand Council being quick to react, it can still take weeks or months for a final decision to be made as every outcome is considered.
The '''Grand Council of the Nralakk Federation''' (Nral’malic: Qu’Wuqajeq-Nralakk) is the ultimate decision-making body of the federation, headed by the Grand Councillor. The Grand Council itself includes all members of the Advisory, Federal, and Judicial Councils, the Nralakk Federation Security Commission, the High Representative, the State-owned Enterprise Presidents, and delegates from the various Federal Civil Service agencies.
An even smaller body within the Grand Council is the '''Advisory Council of the Nralakk Federation''', which is the Grand Councillor’s closest circle, made up of experts for every matter the Grand Councillor maintains management of. The number of Grand Advisors on the Council fluctuates within a Grand Councillor’s term, with the current council currently:


====History====
{| class="wikitable"
First formed after the unification of the three nations of Qerrbalak into the [[Skrell_Early_History#The_War_of_the_Tides_and_Skrell_Space_Age|Commonwealth of the Three]], the Grand Council was designed to oversee matters such as colonization, space exploration and to create a monolithic approach to society. Positions were quickly filled by those elected by their peers - with most coming from the precursor nations; the Heshyu Council, the Tzqul Republic, and the Weshqi Republic. With the formation of the [[Skrell_Early_History#The_War_of_the_Tides_and_Skrell_Space_Age|First Nralakk Federation]] in '''878 CE''', the Grand Council became the main governing body of the new union.  
|+ Advisory Council of the Nralakk Federation
|-
! Managing Government Council !! Advisor !! Responsibilities and Information
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Security Commission''' [NFSC] || Grand Advisor of Security and Intelligence, Security Commissioner ''Tariqale'miluz Odakizu'' || Advises on matters of national security, foreign disputes, domestic surveillance.
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Representative Corps Council''' [NFRCC] || Grand Advisor of Diplomacy, High Representative ''Arelqive’usoq Nwugayu'' || Advises on foreign policy, reports diplomatic efforts by representatives abroad, and relays information from foreign representatives within borders.
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Legal Council''' [NFLC] || Grand Advisor of Justice, Federal Chief Magistrate ''Jirele-Eriuyushi Gaz’Owal'' || Advises on national policy, maintains information and legal records from federal and planetary courts.
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Research and Advancement Council''' [NFRAC] || Grand Advisor of Scientific Innovation, Chief Director ''Ormish Jrolk'' || Advises on ongoing national and planetary projects, current scientific standards, and ethics.
|-
|  '''Nralakk Federation Labour Council''' [NFLBC] || Grand Advisor of Workplace Affairs, Labour Secretary ''Ruyoq Oawui’pili'' || Advises on current workplace practices, concerns submitted by State-Owned Enterprises, and adoption of new equipment and technology.
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Logistics and Transportation Council''' [NFLTC] || Grand Advisor of Infrastructure and Transportation, Administrator ''Yawi Finiquvi'' || Advises on infrastructure and transportation developments and reports on current logistics, potential deficits, and public transportation statistics.
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Cultural Development Council''' [NFCDC] || Grand Advisor of Skrell Culture, Cultural Minister ''Lawuir-Gwikip Orizu’nari'' || Advises on recent cultural events in Federation citizens, development of the national language of Nral'malic, preservation of heritage and culture, and foreign culture.
|-
|  '''Nralakk Federation Economic Planning and Quota Council''' [NFEPQC] || Grand Advisor of Economics, Economic Planner ''Yewis’kiv Bulo’woka'' || Advises on national quota projections, development of economic sectors, industrial expansion, and coordination with corporate and foreign labour bodies.
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Health and Betterment Council''' [NFHBC] || Grand Advisor of Health, Chief Medical Director ''Ninilur’yiv Avila'' || Advises on matters of medical developments, health trends within age and Index demographics, and birthrate projections.
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Education Council''' [NFEC] || Grand Advisor of Education Chief Instructor ''Gijiq’ximi Piq-Valik'' || Advises and reports on national curriculum, student body trends, and development of future educational development.
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Diona Integration and Harmony Council''' [NFDIHC] || Grand Advisor of Diona Affairs, Diona Liaison ''Wuyoa Bero-Rixi''l & Gestalt Representative ''Curator'' of Greater Internal Harmony || Advises the development of the induction of diona and gestalts into the Federation, Spiral Garden statistics, and cultural developments within the Conglomerated Choir of Nralakk.
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Hive Integration and Diplomacy Council''' [NFHIDC] || Grand Advisor of Skrell Culture, C’thur Liaison ''Vilejio Trujiv’ruwi'' & C’thur Queens ''Mouv'' and ''Vytel'' || Advises on the development of Diulszi, C'thur Hive political involvement, adoption of both sapient workers and Viax into the national workforce, and the physical state of High Queen C'thur.
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Traverse Management Advisory Board''' [NFTMAB] || Grand Advisors for the Traverse, all advisory board members || Recently formed, irregular council after the events of the Q'elpi Basin crisis. Advises on the matters of the Traverse's development, autonomy, and the Qehalak's development as an independent enforcement body.
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Phoronic Research and Reserve Oversight''' [NFPRRO] || Grand Advisors for Phoron Application, all board members || Recently formed, irregular council in light of the phoron scarcity. Advises on all matters of the adoption of phoron technology, strategic reservation of phoron, and projections on the ongoing crisis.
|}


The Grand Council would see itself subsumed after the rise of Glorsh-Omega who deemed it unnecessary as the intelligence could easily, and much more quickly, respond to any issues that would arise - even preventing issues entirely through the use of predictive algorithms and its tyrannical rule. After [[Skrell_Synthetic_Age#Culmination_of_Glorsh-Omega|Glorsh-Omega's disappearance]] following the Tri-Qyu Calamity, it left the remnants of the Federation scrambling as planets were left to fend for themselves in the chaotic aftermath of Glorsh's sudden disappearance. It wasn't until the formation of the [[Skrell_Recent_History#Reunification_of_the_Nralakk_Federation|Second Nralakk Federation]] in '''2245 CE'' that the Grand Council was reinstated. The aims of such were exceptionally different from those that had guided the Skrell almost a millennia ago, with importance being placed on reintroducing the fragmented colonies back into the fold, reactivating the Nlom Relays disabled by the singularity caused by Glorsh-Omega, and reestablishing their dominance of the stars.
Beneath the Grand Council and the Advisory Council are the accessory and irregular councils that are members of the Federal government, but are still ultimately both beneath and answer to the Grand Council. These consist of the:


It wasn't until this second iteration of the Grand Council that it was decided that a singular Head of State would be required, prompting the creation of the '''Grand Councillor''' title. The Grand Councillor is expected to lead the Federation and its citizens into eras of prosperity, and to ensure the continued existence of the Skrell. [[Notable_Skrell#Tiipis_Yla|Tiipis Yla]], the first Grand Councillor, was elected thanks to their heroic efforts spearheading the revolt against Glorsh-Omega, and their proposed ban on any artificial intelligence within the borders of the Federation. Their role in the [[Skrell_Synthetic_Age#Culmination_of_Glorsh-Omega|resistance]] during Glorsh-Omegas rule and their staunch anti-AI stance secured their position as Grand Councillor until their death almost a century after they came into power.
{| class="wikitable"
|+ Accessory and Irregular Councils
|-
! Accessory Council !! Information
|-
| '''Federal Council of the Nralakk Federation''' [FCNF] || The primary body of Planetary Government oversight, the Federal Council is the mechanism the Grand Councillor uses to manage the direction of the Planetary Councils. The Federal Council is made up of the Grand Councillor and every Planetary Councillor in Federation space.
|-
| '''Judicial Council of the Nralakk Federation''' [JCNF] || The most important mechanism of law and justice in the Federation, the Judicial Council proposes, writes, and codifies Federal laws, and appoints Federal Magistrates. The Judicial Council is made up of the Grand Councillor, the Federal Chief Magistrate and Chief Procurator, as well as select senior Federal Magistrates and Procurators.
|-
| [[Skrell_Enforcement#Nralakk_Federation_Security_Commission|'''Nralakk Federation Security Commission''']] [NFSC] || The supervisory body responsible for overseeing all security, intelligence, and law enforcement operations conducted by the Federation both domestically and internationally. Headed by the Grand Councillor and their appointed NFSC Commissioner, currently Tariqale'miluz Odakizu.
|-
| '''Federal Corporation and Economic Integration Board''' [FCEIB] || The body is explicitly headed by the Grand Councillor, with each President of the State-owned Enterprises serving as a member, to coordinate the direction of the Federation’s industries. Each President is a subordinate to the Grand Councillor and is only able to advise them, as they do not have a vote on any matter presented to the FCEIB. The FCEIB, being a relatively recent board formed in order to handle the original Work Initiative Programme before the expansion of corporate special economic zones, has seen significant growth as 2467 heralds further corporate presence in the nation. These positions include advisory positions from each foreign corporation present, though the position of being advisors relegates next to no real political power beyond having the direct ear of the Grand Councillor and the State-Owned Enterprises’ presidents.
|-
| '''Federal Civil Service''' [Not abbreviated] || An irregular, umbrella term for all the nonspecific bureaucrats, office workers, and general employees of the Federal government. The FCS is not an organisation itself in any form, and is made up of administrative and civilian employees of government bodies.
|-
| '''Nralakk Federation Representative Corps''' [NFRC] || The body containing the Representatives of the Federation to the other nations of the Spur, headed by the High Representative of the Nralakk Federation Arelqive’usoq Nwugayu. The Nralakk Federation's interstellar diplomacy is done through its '''Representatives''', consisting of several hundred members of the Nralakk Federation Representative Corps, who act as ambassadors for the Federation towards foreign entities. Each Representative is thoroughly vetted by the NFRC and granted ambassadorship status after being proven to be an accomplished member of the Federation, who holds its interests to enough of a degree to be trusted with the task to represent the nation abroad.


Grand Councillor [[Notable_Skrell#Rixa_Tep-Wul|Rixa Tep-Wul]] succeeded Councillor Tiipis Yla after their death in '''2305''', winning the election with a platform promising to further reintegrate the fringe sectors of the Traverse that did not yet rejoin the Nralakk Federation. Their tenure as Grand Councillor is looked back on with mixed feelings; while their administration did see stability and steady growth, many Skrell today are quick to point out the setbacks, mistakes, and inefficient decision-making of Tep-Wul. Tep-Wul's time as Grand Councillor saw the widespread use of [[Federation_Crime_and_Resistance#Uoo’qui_Xuqi_(Recollection_Pills)|recollection pills]], the reintegration of many Traverse worlds, [[Skrell_Recent_History#First_Contact|first contact]] with Humanity - and the subsequent leak of AI designs that led to humans creating true Artificial Intelligence.
Representatives regularly become Primary Numericals and achieve idol status due to their work, particularly if their assignment is considered of vital importance to the Nralakk Federation. Idol Representatives are expected to be well-versed in politics, to always go beyond standards set by the Federation as an example of a model citizen, and are under minute security under the NFRC’s oversight. Any rumors of potential scandals are enough for a Representative to be recalled, particularly for those assigned to high-profile entities such as the [[Sol_Alliance|Solarian Alliance]], or the economically strategic [[Republic of Biesel]].


Today, the Grand Council is headed by Grand Councillor [[Notable_Skrell#Weashbi_Jrugl|Weashbi Jrugl]], who succeeded Tep-Wul in the '''2453 elections'''. Grand Councillor Jrugl's first term saw great success as it reintegrated the rest of the Traverse, while his second term has seen both success and misfortune - the most recent being the [[The_Phoron_Scarcity:_Skrell_Arc|Phoron Crisis]] and being forced to enact martial law in the [[link to ITM arc writeup here|Q'elpi]] system as a result of it.
|}


====Composition====
===Planetary Government===
[[File:Jargon3.png|400px|thumb|alt=Composition|A visual representation of the composition of the Grand Council of the Nralakk Federation.]]
The composition of the Grand Council is as follows:


*'''Grand Councillor''':
Within the Nralakk Federation, each planet is governed by a '''Planetary Council''', who are responsible for the dissemination of directives from the Grand Council and oversee the fulfillment of production quotas, and in turn submit the vast amounts of statistics and information necessary to ascertain the needs and capabilities of each planet. At the highest level are the Provincial and Municipal Councils, who oversee entire regions of the planet outside of large population centers, and can encompass multiple smaller settlements under their jurisdiction. Additionally, Planetary Councils are in close contact with their [[Skrell_Enforcement#Directory_Of_Internal_Security|security forces]], and have a special relationship with the [[Skrell_Enforcement#Council_Enforcers|Wukala]], who nominally serve them.


The titleholder is expected to engage with the respective branches of the Federation: Executive, Judicial and Legislative. They are to utilize such to ensure sustainable development of all aspects in [[Skrell Culture| Skrell Society]].  
'''Provincial Councils''' manage the implementation of new directives from the Grand Council and its subordinate councils, track and update information regarding the population, productivity within the region, and record the average amount of UBI and social welfare program usage across its populace. Infraction rates and criminal activity also ultimately fall upon the Provincial Council, who then submits these reports to planetary enforcement boards. '''Municipal Councils''', their urban counterparts, maintain the same responsibilities and record similar statistics.  


*'''Sector Councillors''':
The average member of the Provincial and Municipal Councils are generally idols and well-known community figures, with the expectation of providing the fairest and best decisions towards improving their managed regions. The act of representing the planet’s sum total to the rest of the Nralakk Federation is not taken lightly, and candidates are usually under scrutiny throughout their service.


The leaders of the six sectors of the Nralakk Federation, these councillors are expected to co-operate with the Grand Councillor, and relay information to and from the systems they oversee. Alongside the Grand Councillor, these members of the Council oversee policy, laws, direction and hold the most direct control over the Federation as a whole.
Beneath the Municipal and Provincial councils are the '''City Councils''', of which Municipal and Provincial variants also exist. Municipal City Councils, or MCCs, are tasked with the management of civil services and the development of the individual cities that preside over, and are usually the highest branch of the planetary government that the average Federation citizen interacts with. Social welfare programs and the universal basic income are provided through the MCC, and are expected to monitor and record the total population and demand for these programs in order to correspond with the Municipal Councils that lead above them.  


*'''Advisory Council''':
'''Provincial City Councils''', or PCCs, manage more responsibilities than their city counterparts. The average PCC manages the industrial expansion and State-Owned Enterprises’ development and quota fulfillment in the smaller settlements and rural areas, regularly coordinating with the local workforce for oversight on most tasks. From ecological considerations on industrial expansion, to the local SOE branch’s fulfillment of domestic demand and quotas, PCCs are the backbone of these areas.


The advisory council is comprised of Skrell that are selected by the Grand Councillor to provide advice when requested. Typically selected among idols that have made a profound impact in their respective fields. [[Change_on_the_Horizon_Arc|Recently]], former members of the [[Skrell_Politics#Independent_Traverser_Movement|Independent Traverser Movement]] were added to the Advisory Council by Councillor Jrugl on the basis that they were "required certain individuals to best keep the interests of the Traverse in mind.".
At the lowest and local levels are the '''Ward Councils''' and '''District Councils''', who preside over boroughs of population-dense cities, and smaller urban or rural cities respectively. Deviating from the higher bracket councils, both local councils are responsible for community initiatives, polls, updating total population and their fluctuations, as well as functioning as a forum for the citizens in their jurisdiction. Every skrell citizen is able to be granted correspondence through both councils, whether through personal requests or the local assemblies. While civilian assemblies for polling and public reception are common, idol-only panels function as direct routes for the most influential citizens of the Federation to interface with the local government. As these idols are usually given more say in the councils, they are usually expected to have some impetus to represent the interest of their local community beyond themselves. Beyond the technicalities and legal definitions, these councils form the backbone of communities through helping the individual citizens within them connect and work together for a collective effort.


*'''Public Sector''':
Civilian space stations and installations, in contrast to the planets within the Federation, are managed entirely by individual '''Installation Councils''' in lieu of the three bracket council system. Operating as a hybrid of all three brackets, the average Installation Council has considerably more direct governance over their station, being afforded these abilities to compensate for the combined responsibilities of every bracket. All members from these councils are derived directly from the station staff, usually from the leaders of each individual department. While typically assigned to a Planetary Council that manages the planet whose gravitational well influences the installation, free-floating structures are afforded further autonomy.


The Public Sector is a collective of Skrell important to the functioning of society; composed of [[Skrell Politics|Representatives]], [[Skrell Culture|Idols]] and bureaucrats. While the advisory council can consist of any Skrell, personally selected by the Grand Councillor, members of the public sector are almost always the top-performing members of their interest group.
==Skrell Schools of Thought==


== Representatives ==
The political, social, and economic ideologies of the Nralakk Federation have existed since the formation of the First Federation, and have since evolved towards their current, contemporary state. These “Schools of Thought” are the general guidelines and principles for wide ranges of individual beliefs a skrell holds, although they remain true to the core beliefs of the School.


The Nralakk Federation's external diplomacy is handled primarily by its '''Representatives''', several hundred individuals who take up ambassadorial positions between the Federation and foreign entities. Each Representative is recognised by the Grand Council as an individual of merit, who holds the Federation's best interests at heart and is entrusted to represent the Nralakk Federation abroad.
===Primary Schools===
The Primary Schools are the two official and most common ideological spheres to which nearly every Nralakk citizen follows:


Representatives are tasked with studying the society of the entity they will be interacting with extensively. While focusing on culture and politics, this can also include history and any other number of topics that the Representative deems important for their work - effectively making them experts on their '''Entity of Interest'''.
*Federalism (though unrelated to the traditional concept of Federalism from the identically-named human ideology) is the current dominant School of Thought in the Nralakk Federation, promoting the ideals of further centralisation and power for the Federal government: a command economy is planned and managed by the Federal government, and carried out by the Planetary Councils in order to perpetuate the necessary support of the welfare state; diplomacy and trade conducted with any nation deemed advantageous, regardless of their ideology for the benefit of the Federation; a security and intelligence apparatus which remains strong and maintains its presence outside of Federation space in the name of national interests; the diona and C’thur’s vaurca populaces should be further integrated into the Nralakk Federation.  
While Federalism is primarily a monolithic School of Thought ideologically, the methods of its implementation have many small variations. Integrationist Federalists are interested in the further integration of the other interstellar species in the Orion Spur, with the end-goal of allowing all of them to live and forward the interests of the Nralakk Federation.  


The responsibilities a Representative may have are based primarily on seniority; older Representatives who have shown an aptitude for politics and diplomacy over the years will be able to choose positions that are more important or desirable, while younger members will either be tasked with shadowing a senior Representative as part of an attaché or given a smaller pool of options to choose from. Representatives who share an Entity of Interest will work together as a group to form a diplomatic corps for that entity, which can be as centralised or decentralised as needed to better represent and protect the interests of the Nralakk Federation.  
*Planetary Traditionalism is the less common School of Thought in the Nralakk Federation, which promotes the ideals of a decentralised Federal government. These ideals range from: Expanded self-governing power to the individual Planetary Councils, decentralised economies to provide each Planetary Council more freedom to revolve their planet’s industries to their individual specialities for the prosperity of the Federation; Diplomacy and trade opportunities offered only towards nations in-line with Traditionalist and Federal interests; a security and intelligence apparatus more focused on the planetary level, and does not conduct operations outside of the Federation, with the Qu’Wukala’s powers being restricted; The diona and C’thur Hive’s vaurca populaces should remain in their current positions in skrell society, primarily towards expanding the labor base of the Nralakk Federation.
Planetary Traditionalism tends to retain the same base concepts across the Core and Contingent systems, but experiences further variation towards the Traverse. Traverse colonies trend towards Planetary Traditionalism towards varying amounts of autonomy and decentralization. Towards the border towards human civilizations, more absorbed ideas of a capitalist scheme of economy and open markets become more popularized. Inversely, more radical planetary traditionalists further separation into sector-states and planet-states with their own planetary governments able to modify the Grand Council’s passed down laws. Those in the latter sometimes adopt the title of Commonwealth Traditionalists, in reference to the Commonwealth of Three.


Representatives will see themselves propelled into idol status as a result of their work, especially if their Entity of Interest is of particular importance to the Nralakk Federation. These individuals are expected to be well-versed in politics and to go above and beyond the standards set by the Federation for its citizens and are under minute security by the Grand Council as a result. Even rumours of a potential scandal are enough for a Representative to be recalled, especially for Representatives interacting with high-profile entities, such as the Federation's long-term ally the [[Sol_Alliance|Solarian Alliance]] or the economically strategic [[Republic of Biesel]].
===Secondary Schools===
The Secondary Schools are the myriad minority beliefs not endorsed by the Nralakk Federation, instead adopted by skrell outside of the Federation’s borders. These consist of:


== Political Parties and Schools of Thought ==
*The Lyukal/Resistance Fronts’ ideologies span the diverse and extremist beliefs drawing from many differing interpretations of [[Skrell_Faith#Suur’ka|Suur’ka]] and [[Skrell_Faith#Kir’gul|Kir’gul]] tenets. A majority of these state that the Nralakk Federation is an overbearing, totalitarian state, and that skrell should actively resist its control. Believers in these radical ideologies find themselves divided between other opposing groups, leading to a significant degree of infighting that some consider a hindrance towards the primary goal of reforming (or destroying) the Federation. Lyukal/Resistant Front beliefs are found mostly in the [[Federation_Crime_and_Resistance#The_Resistance|subversive Traverse]], as well as with [[Starlight_Zone|non-Nralakk skrell]].


The Nralakk Federation has two main schools of thought in modern politics which influence the ideology of its citizens and political parties:
*Skrell Corporatism is the niche belief that the Nralakk Federation’s future lies within an open-market, capitalist economy where corporations drive industry, with competition being the key to achieving rapid innovation and expansion. Inspired by their human neighbours, Skrell Corporatism is nearly unheard of in the Nralakk Federation, with only some interest taking root where megacorporate special economic zones and cooperative areas are leased. In non-Nralakk skrell circles, this belief remains rare, as most skrell outside of the Federation’s welfare state face the reality of living in the broader, corporatist Spur.


*'''Symbiosis:''' The mainstream ideology within the Nralakk Federation; it broadly follows the principles of welcoming foreign people, concepts, and ideas into Skrell society while still holding onto the core ideals that have guided the Skrell for millennia. Its broadness means Symbiosists is susceptible to change, as old ideas adapted for Skrell society are phased out for new ones as time goes on. Doctrines revolve around cooperation with other species and promoting the Nralakk Federation as a guiding hand to the "lesser" nations of the Orion Spur.
*The Synthetic Wave is the belief held by the few remaining AI sympathisers, who now live in the Coalition of Colonies and obscure frontiers following the Tri-Qyu Calamity, that the Synthetic Era was a time of objective scientific and technological prosperity for skrell. Artificial Intelligence should continue to be developed by those in the Synthetic Wave, and that AI is the key towards the betterment of the Spur at large. Openly following this belief is guaranteed to have one shunned and ostracized in any circles beyond itself.
Notably, the phrase “Glorsh Loyalism” is a catch-all term for a broad spectrum of AI supporters for most disapproving skrell, despite Glorsh-Omega itself is a controversial topic amongst Synthetic Wave members. Most disavow Glorsh-Omega as a shortsighted and poorly handled intelligence, while others believe that Glorsh’s first execution was erroneous, and with more development, could have been the true guiding hand of the species.


*'''Isolationism:''' A deeply conservative ideology that's been steadily growing within the Nralakk Federation in the last century. Skrell Isolationism dictates the need for the Federation and Skrell society as a whole to retract themselves from the affairs of the Orion Spur, only involving themselves if events affect the Federation directly. Doctrines revolve around the establishment of a pro-Skrell status quo, self-sufficiency of the Federation, and the following of Skrellian tradition.
*National Isolationism, while seen as particularly conservative and reactionary, has maintained a small niche of support in the Nralakk Federation. Isolationist skrell see the Nralakk Federation’s opening of its borders and Spur political involvement to be a distraction or active detriment to the Federation, and would see its borders closed in order to focus on its own domestic issues. Multiple groups would see skrell who settled outside of the Federation either returned or permanently exiled due to cultural contamination.  
Phoron and its use in the Nralakk Federation is a controversial topic among Isolationists, who either see the nation’s dependence as a catastrophic deal with the devil towards foreign powers and outside elements, while other Isolationist groups believe the expansion to find new, Federation-owned sources of phoron is key to maintain self-sufficiency.


*'''Progressivism:''' Technically not an ideology by itself, Progressivism is a catch-all for "radicals" within Symbiosist or Isolationist followings. Progressivism focuses on the continuous pursuit of Federation dominion in the Orion Spur, whether it be through cultural, economic, scientific, technological, or military superiority. For example, Symbiosist Progressives will heavily promote human ideas or culture within Federation society as a means of improving the Federation. At the same time, Isolationist Progressives will call for a complete cut-off of the Federation from outside influences and rely on older traditions or ideas to guide the Nralakk Federation forward.
==Relations with Foreign States==


=== Political Parties ===
The Nralakk Federation, originally known for isolationist practices and the tumultuous involvement in the [[Unathi_History#First_Contact|first contact of Moghes]] and [[Tajaran_History#First_Contact|Adhomai]] alongside Solarian exploration, has since moved to distance itself from the results of their appearances into Spur politics. The Federation’s [[The_Beauchamp_Arc#A_Federation_Resolute|new era]] of foreign aid and renewing offers for potential friendships has begun the process of melting the icy exterior of the skrell giant, attempting to move against the perception of the Federation as being both distant and as Sol’s unspoken card to pull upon in the event of being threatened by other powers.


Throughout the history of the Nralakk Federation, politicians ran as independents during elections with no official backing from large political entities. While candidates routinely seek support from [[Federation_Crime_and_Resistance#Consultant_Agencies|Consultant Agencies]] to help organise or support their campaign, formal political parties did not exist as they do in the rest of the Spur, and candidates instead relied on basing their platform on their own personal ideology that is based on one of the prevailing schools of thought.
Though many perceive this as a turning of a new leaf and fantastic economic opportunity, there are just as many who perceive the Federation’s movements as a threat from a looming foreign power, now mobilized only out of necessity. Foreign aid and technological offerings have historically been an immense boon for struggling settlements and post-disaster recovery, with examples seen during the [[The_Beauchamp_Arc#THE_QUKALA’S_VICTORY:_BEAUCHAMP_ON_THE_RUN!|assault on Sol’s warp gates in 2464]], [[New_Gibson#Contact_with_the_Skrell|New Gibson’s biodomes]], and the [[New_Blades_Old_Wounds_Arc#Agreement_Reached_on_Ouerea!|Nralakk-Izweski Mutual Prosperity Agreement]].


After the Independent Traverser Movement and Grand Council finished their [[Change_on_the_Horizon_Arc|negotiations]], the Grand Council announced the formation of formal political parties in Federation politics as part of the reforms passed as part of the '''Traverse Accords'''. The leaders of these parties have permanent advisor seats on the Grand Council, and will be expected to represent and propose policies in line with their party's policies.
===The Alliance of Sovereign Solarian Nations===
The Solarian Alliance and Nralakk Federation were the first two nations of differing species of the Orion Spur to make contact with each other, and have closely cooperated ever since. Both nations host dozens of the other’s representatives, being heavily intertwined economically and strategically. It remains in their mutual interests to ensure that they both continue to be stable, and something interstellar powers.


===United Federation===
Strategic trade between the Alliance and the Federation stands as the second largest source of phoron, with both nations seeking to maintain each other’s strategic reserves and stability as the scarcity moves past peak phoron. The ASSN does push to retain preferential deals from their relationship and long history of cordial relations between each other, though how much exclusivity can be retained is yet to be seen.


''"Progress is vital to the continued existence of the Nralakk Federation, but that progress must be carefully navigated. Stagnation and corruption threaten to destroy what we have built over the millennia and must be combatted at every opportunity."''
===Republic of Biesel===
The [[Republic of Biesel]] maintains a positive relationship with the Nralakk Federation at a state level, however among the general population of the Republic, opinion on the Federation is largely reserved, with their inaction during the [[Republic_of_Biesel#Phoron_Scarcity_and_the_Second_Invasion_of_Biesel_(2462)|invasion of Tau Ceti]] and the [[Warbling_:_The_Traverse_Strikes_Back#Unprecedented_Mass_Migration_of_Skrell|refugee wave during the Traverse Crisis]] still in recent memory. Despite this, Tau Ceti remains a favorite for skrell traveling abroad, boasting the status of being the number one destination for work and travel visas.


The United Federation Party is headed by Grand Councillor [[Notable_Skrell#Weashbi_Jrugl|Weashbi Jrugl]], and is currently the ruling party within the Nralakk Federation. The party follows a moderate Symbiosist ideology, welcoming new ideas that benefit the Federation and believing in a slow-and-steady approach to enacting new policies.
The Republic of Biesel currently maintains the second-largest number of diplomatic representatives within the Nralakk Federation’s borders. With the ongoing [[phoron scarcity]], the Federation vies to improve relations and influence in the fledgling republic through foreign aid, the lending of advanced - non-phoron reliant - skrell technology, and research leases. Meanwhile, the Republic reciprocates by leveraging its political position to expand megacorporations’ ability to freely operate within the Federation’s economy. The Nralakk Federation has affirmed that they see the Republic of Biesel as a valuable diplomatic partner, and publicly wishes to increase diplomatic ties with them. This has since expanded further as [https://forums.aurorastation.org/topic/16330-tau-ceti-times/page/5/#findComment-181503|talks between the Republic and Federation] give way to a tentatively hopeful new era of cooperation between the two nations, with the Federation providing an unexpected apology and vested interest in cooperation. In spite of the news, the people of Biesel remain wary of what is to come in light of future agreements, particularly among the refugees hiding away from the Federation’s eye in the Starlight Zone.


Policies of note:
===Serene Republic of Elyra===
The [[Republic of Elyra|Serene Republic of Elyra]] maintains suspicion and cooled relations with the Nralakk Federation, particularly due to Elyra’s interest in self-reliance, with only some improvement post-Lii’dra Incursion. Most attempts to open opportunities for phoron trade are met with cold responses, or slated off as too costly due to the distance between their territories. A general sentiment among Elyrans is that the Nralakk Federation’s efforts to pursue diplomacy is purely out of ambition with the collapse of the Solarian Alliance, consisting of nothing more than a changing of which political giant is meddling in their affairs.


*'''Reforms''': Reforms will be considered as long as they are for the betterment of the Federation and do not go against Skrell ideals. The United Federation party is especially interested in policies that will improve the Federation's standing in wider Spur politics and reforms that further uplift its citizens.
The Serene Republic of Elyra retains a middling amount of representatives within the Federation and in their own borders, with their intentions focused primarily on securing research agreements and the technology trade. Both parties still support an interest in fostering further cooperation, if only to maintain their research agreements and little else.  
*'''Megacorporations''': Megacorporations will be allowed to continue operating within Federation space, but their impact on the Federation as a whole and the Skrellian way of life will be closely monitored. Megacorporations will be under strict regulation while operating within the Nralakk Federation's borders.
*'''Foreign Policy''': The United Federation plans to continue and improve upon its relations with the Solarian Alliance, while at the same time creating and improving upon relations with other nations within the Orion Spur.
*'''Traverse Autonomy''': There are no active plans to reduce or expand on the autonomy of the Traverse.
*'''Nlom Relays''': The Nlom Relay network is considered vital to the continued existence of the Nralakk Federation, and a vital link between Skrell across all worlds within Federation space.


===The Homeworld Traditionalist Coalition===
===Empire of Dominia===
Despite their proximity, the [[Empire of Dominia]] and the Nralakk Federation have remained very neutral. Dominia’s stance on the Federation is turbulent due to the empire’s cultural and religious views on synthetics, the Federation’s past exploits with AI, and their subsequent disavowal of them splitting the public opinion. Attempts at trade have usually floundered due to logistics and dangers involving travel through the Federation’s furthest frontiers to access their trade ports. With synthetics remaining a constant topic in politics and current events, both factions have recognized the other’s stances on artificial intelligence as mutual… if in parallel to each other’s reasoning. This mutual standing point has been used as a reignition of diplomatic interaction between both nations, with potential trade returning as a talking point between Dominia’s representatives and the Federation itself.


''"Tradition and the upholding of our species' values are vital to keeping the Nralakk Federation intact. New ideas should be challenged before they are accepted, and change should only be made when it is clear that it benefits the Federation as a whole."''
Currently, the Empire of Dominia maintains a small number of representatives of the Nralakk Federation within its borders, though more are planned to be sent over should their relationships continue to warm. This has since developed further with the recent growing relations between the Solarian Alliance and Dominia, which has further warmed the Federation towards future collaboration.


The Homeworld Traditionalist Coalition is a moderate Isolationist party, led by Tuz'qlip Researchers' Overseer [[Notable_Skrell#Nalo_Gir-Roq|Nalo Gir-Roq]]. The Coalition aims to maintain the culture and traditions of the Nralakk Federation where possible, and seeks to close off the Federation from outside influences.
===Eridani Corporate Federation===
The [[Eridani Federation|Eridani Corporate Federation’s]] relations with the Nralakk Federation is the second largest corporate entrypoint into the Federation’s economy, seconded only by the [[Republic of Biesel]]. Being a sovereign nation under the [[Sol Alliance|ASSN]] has endeared them to the Federation at large, but the heavily controlled economy remains slow to allow foreign corporate influence beyond limited special economic zones established by both [[Einstein Engines]], [[NanoTrasen Corporation]], [[Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals]], and other corporate conglomerate members. With the Phoron scarcity and economic shifts, however, further allowance of the corporations into the Federation, and the loosening of its economic control, is projected to be all but assured by Eridani economic and political analysts.


Policies of note:
The Eridani Corporate Federation retains the third largest number of representatives within its borders as Eridani continues to court the Federation for further trade deals and corporate influence.


*'''Reforms''': Reforms should be enacted only as necessary for the preservation of the Federation and its goals.
===Coalition of Colonies===
*'''Megacorporations''': Megacorporation activity within the Federation is a matter of concern for the Coalition, and foreign influence in the economy and internal affairs should be heavily considered before they should be allowed to expand operations within Federation space. This said, the Coalition currently has no policies planned that would mean the expulsion of megacorporations from the Nralakk Federation.
The [[Coalition of Colonies]]’ member states recognize the Nralakk Federation’s close ties to the [[Sol Alliance|Solarian Alliance]] as the largest hurdle against diplomatic interactions between each other - particularly as the Coalition invites further breakaway states into its fold. Despite the Federation’s neutrality in recent conflicts with the ASSN as a sign of potential diplomatic opening, most anti-Solarian members of the Coalition still see the Federation as its staunch ally. Stances on further diplomatic relations with the Nralakk Federation vary by member state:
*'''Foreign Policy''': While current relations with the Solarian Alliance should be sustained, the Homeworld Traditionalist Coalition believes that the Federation should stay out of wider Spur affairs.
*'''Traverse Autonomy''': The Coalition seeks to reintroduce old policies regarding the Traverse, reducing their autonomy greatly and centralising government authority across all sectors of Federation space.
*'''Nlom Relays''': The Federation's Nlom Relay network is considered vital to the trans stellar infrastructure of the Nralakk Federation, enabling a strong, unified nation that works towards the interests of the collective rather than the individual.


===The Federalist League===
[[Xanu Prime]], being the economic powerhouse of the Coalition, has considered potential trade with the Federation to be a great boon against recent decades’ economic tumult. The Federation’s distancing from the ASSN made in the Interstellar War and diplomatic advances towards Ex-Solarian nations have softened the initial coldness. While the Federation was slow to act on expanding diplomatic and economic opportunities with the Coalition at large, Xanu Prime has been the recipient of the first exploratory trade routes and diplomatic visitations by the Federation’s representatives. Similar opportunities await Xanu’s political discussions on what to do with Sol’s largest ally.


''"For the many, not the few. The Nralakk Federation was founded on this idea. Through the equal division of power between all parts of our union, we can build a stronger, more focused nation that can adequately uphold the ideas it was founded upon."''
The [[Scarabs|Scarab Fleets]] are a peripheral faction that has maintained very little notice from the Federation, beyond being the recipient of foreign aid that has trickled down from Xanu and other Coalition states. The most relevant major vessel of the fleet is the [[Scarabs#Faladay_Tadhhab_Bsre_(Fa’Ta-Bs)|Fa’Ta-Bs]] with its ties to [[Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals]], which became a topic of interest regarding the development and creation of the [[Offworlder_Humans#The_ESS|ESS RIGsuits]] and other off-worlder aids. Despite this initial obscurity, outreach towards the Coalition will provide further opportunities for the Scarabs to make their presence known to the Federation, and with some hope, become the recipients of trade and aid in the future.


The Federalist League is led by Advisor [[Notable_Skrell#Ormish_Jrolk|Ormish Jrolk]], and seeks to create a true Federalist state where each part of the Federation has an equal part to play in its organisation. A progressive Symbiosist party, the League wishes to further ties to both megacorporations and foreign powers to further strengthen the Federation.
[[Konyang]] is a controversial subject when discussing future political dealings with the Coalition, having been a [[Konyang#History|recent Solarian breakaway]], the host of a wide swath of synthetic advancements, and the positronic vaults. In spite of this, the newest member of the Coalition still receives the same offer of amicability and trade, though the Federation’s own anti-AI stance has alienated Konyang’s populace just as much.


Policies of note:
[[Assunzione]]’s sheer remoteness renders it mostly as an interest for research, though most efforts are strained through sheer distance, and what few research efforts are hampered by the insularity of Assunzione’s people. Despite this, the potential for the technology trade would be an immense boon for the domed cities, and cooperation in the future is slated for both parties.


*'''Reforms''': The League plans to implement extensive reforms in all areas of Federation society, focusing on equal power between all sectors of government and all citizens. The League also puts an emphasis on economic reform, due to Jrolk's first-hand experience in dealing with the [[The_Phoron_Scarcity:_Skrell_Arc|Phoron Crisis]] and its impact on the Federation.
[[Vysoka]]’s relative lack of development and position within the Coalition renders the Federation’s interaction with them unremarkable beyond ecological consultation. While cordial (and more than interested in receiving Federation technology to rapidly catch up with the relative stagnation on the planet itself), most diplomatic interactions do not develop much further than maintaining an amicable relationship between each other.
*'''Megacorporations''': Megacorporate investment into the Nralakk Federation's economy is considered critical in response to the Phoron Crisis. Special Economic Zones introduced by Weashbi Jrugl are not considered effective enough, and cooperation between the megacorporations and State-Owned Enterprises should be encouraged without also encouraging competition.
*'''Foreign Policy''': The Federalist League plans to continue the Federation's relations with the Solarian Alliance, including cooperating in securing national borders with the human Wildlands. Experience with warlords such as [[The_Beauchamp_Arc|Beauchamp]], as well as increased risks related to piracy and banditry against Skrell, have led the League to adopt a more proactive stance in protecting the national security of the Federation.
*'''Traverse Autonomy''': The primary goal of the Federalist League is to create an equal-party nation, making Traverse Autonomy a topic of major importance for the party. The League will pursue additional rights and freedoms for sectors outside of the inner systems wherever possible.
*'''Nlom Relays''': The Nlom Relay network is not considered vital for the continued existence of the Nralakk Federation. Each state should be allowed to have the right to choose whether or not they want to enable, disable, or otherwise change how the network impacts them.


===The Free Skrell Union===
[[Himeo]]’s position as the industrial powerhouse of the Coalition is tempered with its significantly less generous position of the Federation’s relationship with Sol, as well as the perception of the Nralakk Federation as the worst parts of [[Federal_Technocracy_of_Galatea|Galatea]] placed on a much larger scale. Ideological differences between both factions have hampered diplomatic processes severely, and skepticism hangs above any future agreements.


''"An economy without needless interference is an economy that performs well. Our fellow star travellers in humanity have flourished in a fraction of the time it took us to, and the Federation should take their ideas and mould them into something more compatible with Skrellian society, if not adopted in their entirety. The adoption of a free open market and receptiveness to change are vital for the continued prosperity of our nation."''
[[Federal_Technocracy_of_Galatea|Galatea]] remains hostile and untrustworthy of the Federation under the same suspicion of psionic tampering, and the broad ban of skrell from entering their borders has frozen most interactions entirely. It is unlikely to improve any time in the near future, particularly with the xenophobic distrust, and the implications of its highest echelons being able to manufacture lethal feedback psionic implants.


The Free Skrell Union is led by [[Notable_Skrell#Yoana_Ji'ko|Yoana Ji'ko]]. A progressive Symbiosist party heavily influenced by its leader's experiences as a Representative to the Republic of Biesel, the party has a focus on economic growth through megacorporate involvement and strengthening ties with the Republic of Biesel.
[[Gadpathur]]’s circumstances render it the most difficult member of the Coalition of Colonies, with even the [[Gadpathur#Interstellar_War_and_Bombardment_(2260s_-_2278)|fact of their existence]] having shaken many skrell’s perception of Sol entirely. The Federation now navigates any interactions with Gadpathur with caution as to not upset its position as Sol’s ally, as much as it cannot deny the reality the planet exists in. Foreign aid is floated and immediately put down due to the potential controversy involved with extending anything towards Gadpathur, while the planet itself wrestles internally with whether to consider the Federation’s growing distance between the Solarian Alliance as a sign of a potential ally, or its past with Sol as a damning act of flirting with their sworn enemy.


Policies of note:
===Izweski Hegemony===
The [[Izweski Hegemony]]’s history with the Nralakk Federation is once again blossoming in light of the [[New_Blades_Old_Wounds_Arc#Agreement_Reached_on_Ouerea!|Nralakk-Izweski Mutual Prosperity Agreement]], reopening trade and the prospect of a positive future relationship together after the grim reality of their first contact and the events of the Contact War. While the [[New_Blades_Old_Wounds_Arc#Agreement_Reached_on_Ouerea!|N-IMPA]] is set to heal the wounds caused in their first encounter, time will only tell if the mistakes of the past will heal as time goes on.


*'''Reforms''': The Union's main focus is on economic reform, with no current plans to enact or repeal social or political reforms unless necessary for the continued function of the Nralakk Federation.
===Golden Deep===
*'''Megacorporations''': Megacorporate involvement in the Federation's economy is a core issue of the Free Skrell Union. Megacorporate operations are considered vital to the growth of the Nralakk Federation's economy, and their expansion within Federation space is deemed a priority. Unlike the Federalist League, the Union wishes to encourage competition and rivalry between megacorporations and the State-Owned Enterprises, believing that competition is key to innovation and economic success.
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*'''Foreign Policy''': The Union will attempt to continue the Federation's current relationship with the Solarian Alliance while at the same time furthering relations with the Republic of Biesel. The Free Skrell Union has no special interest in developing relations with any other entity elsewhere in the Spur.
The [[Golden Deep]] is unanimously met with extreme suspicion and derision – an example of the absolute worst portions of the broader Spur’s economic systems and synthetic handling. The [[Golden_Deep#Domadice|Domadice]]’s mere existence is a topic of controversy, being an artificial intelligence of alien source that interacts freely with the world around them immediately drawing comparisons to Glorsh-Omega. There are no efforts to extend diplomatic relations with the Golden Deep, and both The Midas and the Merchant Fleet are barred from ever entering the Federation’s borders.
*'''Traverse Autonomy''': Traverse autonomy is not a concern for the Free Skrell Union, but does believe that megacorporations are key to further developing the Traverse and industries found within it. No plans are in place, but party members have expressed an interest in creating corporate-controlled colonies and installations within the Traverse.
*'''Nlom Relays''': The Nlom Relay Network is considered a hindrance to the cultivation of ideas and innovation within Skrellian society. Policies regarding the limitation or dismantlement of the network will be pursued by the party where possible.
 
== Federation Enforcement ==
Enforcers, or Kala, are responsible for upholding the law within the Nralakk Federation. Functioning in a strict hierarchy, the Kala are governed by a legislative body known as the Nralakk Federation Security Council. Formed in '''901 CE''' as a means to unify all enforcement branches after the unification of the Commonwealth of the Three, the Kala were regarded one of the most important bodies of the Nralakk Federation, as Skrell who devote their lives to ensuring the wellbeing of others and their society.
 
Their doctrines revolve around mobility, flexibility and precision. Whereas other units use a blunt approach, the Kala instead aim for the permanent neutralization of the situation - surgically striking to prevent it from growing out of control. Presently, the Kala maintain two core objectives. Firstly, ensuring the safety, security and cooperation of all systems under the Federation flag and protecting their borders. Secondly, reaching out to foreign communities outside their borders, be it within the Traverse or even the human Frontier. Representatives describe these operations as purely altruistic, aiding these communities both from a protection and economic point of view as part of the "Unity Initiative Project". One such example of these operations was the Nralakk Federation's involvement in the [[Tajaran_Military_Structures#The_S.27rend.27marr_Coalition|S'rend'marr Coalition]]. The Skrell civilians providing [https://forums.aurorastation.org/topic/4674-warble-inquirer/page/2/?tab=comments#comment-123991 aid] there suffered little casualties, with the advanced technology of their nlomkala protectors dissuading any ALA strikes.
 
[[File:Srom.PNG|thumb|125px|The unique emblem of the Sromkala]]
==Sromkala==
''"Prevent & Protect."''
 
Sromkala, translating to Dream Enforcers, are Skrell selected to ensure that major planetary dreambubbles are safe from malicious lucidity. Agents are selected for their high psychic potential to oversee the Srom to ensure that no illegal or anti-Federation activities occur, particularly through the malicious use of Nlom-capable devices. They are commonly situated close to Nlom Relays - using the technology to amplify their capabilities tenfold. It is said that for every Nlom Relay across the Nralakk Federation, there is a Sromkala nestled within a special cryogenic pod that allows for their body to be in suspended animation, but allows their minds to project and continue working within Srom.
[[File:Nlom.PNG|thumb|125px|The unique emblem of the Nlomkala.]]
 
==Nlomkala==
''"Service with Excellence."''
 
Nlomkala, or Wake Enforcers, are often compared to police across alien space. The Nlomkala are expected to ensure the stability and safety of the Nralakk Federation at a physical level; mostly pertaining to simple duties such as patrolling, executing warrants and responding to emergencies relayed by the Ruupkala. There are extensive requisites to join the Nlomkala - ranging from athletic ability, understanding of the law and mandatory public relation classes to ensure that those selected to join can respond to situations correctly. Nlomkala are also expected to operate both on land and beneath the waves of the various planets across the Nralakk Federation.
 
Recently, the C'thur Hive has began to supply the Nlomkala with Vaurca Warriors to bolster the Nlomkala's forces. These Warriors are largely from [[Vytel]]'s brood and have been loyalty implanted, making the Federation's orders equal to those of a Queen's. If the Warriors experience a conflict of interest, they enter hibernation until it's resolved. Thankfully, due to Vaurca adaptability, these Warriors function just as well underwater as above it.
[[File:Ruup.PNG|thumb|125px|The unique emblem of the Ruupkala.]]
 
==Ruupkala==
''"Always Vigilant."''
 
Ruupkala - or Intelligence Enforcers - are the Federation's official security intelligence agency, designed around the need to maintain Skrell harmony as unobtrusively as possible and ensure a safe position in galactic politics. While one of the most respected Kala, their agents are often characterised as the least martially inclined of the enforcement branches, owing in part to Federation media's efforts to present them as dedicated and principled data gatherers. Similarly, the agency's role is declared strictly as internal and focused on counterintelligence; public Federation figures often praise the Ruupkala non-interventionist policy and dismiss accusations of espionage as ignorant of Federation policy, or malicious. The only exception to their internal operations policy, Ruupkala also tend to keep tabs on the various Representatives throughout the Orion Spur, ensuring both their safety and that their work is satisfactory. Largely, this is accepted by most nations as the Ruupkala will only monitor the Representatives and not interfere with any diplomatic functions in any capacity.
 
The Ruupkala are rumored to monitor the fabled “Drylist”. This list supposedly holds the names of all Skrell living abroad who have performed deductive behaviors against the Nralakk Federation, displayed worrying ideals, joined an opposing faction, or renounced their citizenship. Some theorize that this list even covers non-Skrell who may pose a threat to the Federation.
[[File:Qukala.PNG|thumb|125px|The unique emblem of the Qukala.]]
 
==Qukala==
''"Perpetually Primed."''
 
Qukala, or Star Enforcers, function as the Navy of the Nralakk Federation. Ranging from soldiers, to highly qualified personnel educated in engineering, or medical. Positions within the Qukala often require degrees from recognised universities across the Nralakk Federation, meaning in only very rare circumstances will undereducated candidates be considered for the Qukala. The Qukala is one of the most powerful Navies in the Spur, due to the Federation's old age and advanced technological level.  
 
The '''Lukala''' was a branch of the Qukala once comprised of only [[Dionae]] and [[Vaurca]], but as of '''2463''', the Directory of Defense Operations decided to dissolve the subbranch in favor in of integrating [[Dionae]] and [[Vaurca]] into the lower ranks of the Qukala as full members. This decision largely stemmed from the success the Lukala had in stopping insurgent activity in the Travese during the fallout of the recent Election. Furthermore, after striking a deal with the Grand Council, the C'thur Hive (namely [[Vytel]]'s brood) have begun to supply a steady stream of new Warriors for the Qukala. These new Warriors have a Federation-designed Loyalty Implant that equalizes the Federation's orders to that of a Queen's. If a conflict of interest arises, the Warriors merely enter hibernation until the conflict is resolved.
 
===Qehalak===
"''Duty and Homeland"''
 
The Qehalak, or Homeguard in Basic, is a new branch of the Qukala formed as a result of the Traverse gaining increased autonomy following reforms agreed upon by the [[Skrell_Politics#Independent_Traverser_Movement|Independent Traverser Movement]] and the Nralakk Federation; with the increased autonomy granted to the Traverse, the responsibility of defence now fell on local government rather than the central government and Qukala.
 
The primary objective of the Qehalak is to provide the main defence force for the Traverse states, with each state organising, training, and equipping its own force, while also acting as an auxiliary force where required by the Qukala during domestic operations. The Qehalak not only allows each Traverse state to properly defend itself from internal and external threats but has also lessened the burden of the Qukala, which was solely responsible for the military defence of the Nralakk Federation; events involving the Ti'Raqki and the Independent Traverser Movement concluded that a centralised force was no longer effective in properly responding to security threats within the Federation.
 
The Qehalak is a part-time, voluntary organisation, which relies on more local governments to equip and train, and has been compared to the early Tau Ceti Foreign Legion - both favourably and unfavourably. Some praise the concept for its potential to further secure the Traverse, while others have raised concerns regarding the potential for inconsistency in the quality of Qehalak organisations between the Traverse states. As the organisation was only formed recently, the accuracy of these concerns is still unknown.
[[File:Tup.PNG|thumb|125px|The unique emblem of the Tupkala.]]
 
==Tupkala==
''"Courage, Bravery and Dedication."''
 
Tupkala, usually shorted to Tup, are highly revered Skrell. Only those with a long, distinguished career are capable of being elevated to the position of a Tup; a position that encompasses increased security clearance - as well as minor Idol status. Tupkala are able to originate from all the other branches of the Kala, but are additionally trained and implanted to prevent any security breaches in the unlikely event that they are captured by enemies of the Nralakk Federation. These Skrell are commonly in their advanced age, with the mean being that of 276 years. When a Tup dies, their name will be added to the Tupkala Wall hosted in the Grand Councilor's Chamber on Kal'lo.
 
The Tupkala serve a variety of roles within the Federation. They dedicate Tups to the protection of prominent figures, black sites, and Special Operations. Oftentimes when the Federation needs something done quickly and quietly, the Tupkala are called to carry out the operation. Tups are rarely spotted outside the Federation, though that does not necessarily mean they are not present. Utilizing various Tupkala from the various different branches, Skrell who have pledged their unquestioning loyalty to the Nralakk Federation, aided by loyalty implants not different to the discontinued line released by [[Nanotrasen Corporation| NanoTrasen]].
 
In '''2463''', after a series of diplomatic incidents caused by Tupkala operating outside their orders, for the first time in history the Tupkala were disbanded, following Grand Councilor Weashbi's condemnation. A few months later, Weashbi rebuilt them with Skrell he personally handpicked from the other branches of the Kala. The Tupkala are now under Commander Kezoq Torq-Bep, Weashbi's chosen Leader. Oddly enough, Commander Kezoq was promoted from the Sromkala, an unlikely place to find candidates for the Tups.
 
'''OOC Note: Characters that were former Tupkala are not allowed.'''


= Espionage =
===The Rotunnkc Compact===
The act of spying and gaining confidential information is a long-held tradition for the Skrell. The use of subterfuge and other clandestine operations replaced the more traditional forms of warfare since the time of the [[War of the Tides]], and is seen as a more "noble" form of war compared to open conflict. The Federation has a reputation throughout the Orion Spur for its intelligence and counterintelligence capacities, being able to wage a conflict without the need for its navy and the advanced military technology at its disposal. This has led to many conspiracy theories regarding the nation and its people, which only serve to further reinforce fears that none are safe from the reach of the Nralakk Federation.
[[The Rotunnkc Compact]] has a pleasant relationship with the Nralakk Federation, though most interactions with the Compact is solely with the [[The_Rotunnkc_Compact#The_Consortium|Commonwealth]] and [[The_Consortium|Consortium]]. Their strong ties together renders trade well-received, though the Commonwealth’s [[Pactolus_Exploration_League#The_Pactolus-Hieroaetheria_Concordat|recent movements to endear itself with the Golden Deep]] have put strain on a once-perceived happy relationship between both factions, with talks of reprimanding measures floating in the Council.  


===People’s Republic of Adhomai===
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== Targets of Espionage ==
Having declared the [[People's Republic of Adhomai]] as the recognized authority of Adhomai, as well as the formal recognition of the Project Unity Initiative, the PRA is set as the sole Tajaran faction to receive aid and diplomatic interaction. The PUI has faced setbacks due to the phoron scarcity, but the slow extension of supplies and cautiously open diplomatic channels allow for further interaction between the two, though Adhomai’s tense situation has hindered much more than this.
 
Not all of the Nralakk Federation's operations abroad are to the detriment of the entity in question, and many acts of espionage committed by the Federation can be seen as benign or even benevolent. Agents can be tasked with multiple goals, depending on which area they are tasked to infiltrate:
 
*'''Bureaucracy''', the strategic identification and assessment of resources within a bureaucratic state. Publicly known to be implemented internally, as spies will infiltrate local governments to report back to the Grand Council on discrepancies regarding production quotas or the use of resources. The Federation has an interest in this area abroad as well, helping it determine how effective or efficient another nation's bureaucratic process is and using that information to the benefit of its Representatives. 
 
*'''Media''', the infiltration and interference in all forms of media to the benefit of the Skrell and Federation. Usually subtle, the Federation employs journalists, [[Idols]], producers, and even civilians to influence public opinion. This is seen most commonly on [[Viv-ID]], as the social network will routinely be flooded with pro-Federation propaganda along with other methods to censor or otherwise hinder access to certain information. The extent of these operations abroad is unknown, but it is believed that it mainly consists of exporting Skrell culture and media to promote positive opinions of the Nralakk Federation and Skrell as a whole.
 
*'''Academia''', the monitoring and interference of research and education. Educators, scientists, and even medical professionals are tasked with securing Skrellian dominance over science and technology across the Orion Spur. It is assumed that the Federation both hinders and encourages scientific progress by sabotaging projects related to concepts such as AI research while assisting projects that could be later stolen and repurposed by the Federation for their own uses.
 
*'''Militaries''', the monitoring and infiltration of foreign military organisations, pirate fleets, and other military threats to Federation security. The military capabilities of the Federation's neighbours and enemies are of great importance, and a massive effort is dedicated to this sector of espionage. Outside of monitoring, agents focused on this area of espionage will poise themselves to decapitate opposing forces, destroy supply lines, or otherwise hamper efforts to attack the Federation.
 
'''OOC Note: It is an acceptable idea to play a Federation Spy aboard a SCC Vessel, but such a spy would have excellent training and prioritize maintaining their cover above all else. If you do wish to make such a character, be sure the Skrell Lore Team approves of their existence. The categories above give an excellent overview on what goals these characters would have.'''
 
=The Traverse and Independence=
 
[[Notable_Skrell_Systems_and_Locations#The_Tetramerous_Systems:_The_Traverse|The Traverse]] is a collection of systems that are considered the frontier of Federation space. Stretching from the [[Notable_Skrell_Systems_and_Locations#The_Contingent_Systems:_The_Second_Waves|Second Waves]], the second-oldest set of systems colonised by the Skrell, to the far edges of Federation territory, the Traverse plays a vital role in supporting the Nralakk Federation.
 
Despite this importance, the Traverse is seen as a backwater by Skrell hailing from the inner systems, and those that live in the region are regularly labelled subversives or criminals. Combined with the Federation's apparent lack of urgency when it comes to dealing with situations such as famine, disease, piracy, or natural disasters, this has led to many in the Traverse holding a dim view of the Nralakk Federation and their place in it.
 
This animosity is only further exacerbated by the Traverse's history, especially in regions further out from the centre of the Nralakk Federation that have only recently been reintegrated under Grand Councillor Weashbi Jrugl; systems that were not present for the [[Skrell_Recent_History#Reunification_of_the_Nralakk_Federation|Tresja Agreement]] have slowly been reintegrated since, with the last of the Traverse rejoining the Federation in the last decade.
 
These factors have given rise to numerous movements that call for an independent Traverse in some form; the Lyukal, as a whole, believes in an independent Traverse state or states, while more local movements may only be concerned with their planet or system gaining independence from Federation rule.
 
==Independent Traverser Movement==
 
The Independent Traveser Movement is the latest group to call for Traverse Independence. Formed on [[Change_on_the_Horizon_Arc|30/06/65]] after a series of protests and civil unrest in the Q’elpi region, brought on by TIME under martial law as a result of local authorities [[The_Phoron_Scarcity:_Skrell_Arc|collaborating with Marauders active in the area]]. When formed, the movement presented a manifesto that laid out its concerns to the Grand Council regarding many policies used by the Nralakk Federation, their primary concerns being the mistreatment and misrule of citizens in the Traverse by the Nralakk Federation. Grand Councilor Weashbi Jrugl responded cordially to this formation, agreeing to a meeting in the Grand Council chambers where they promised a discussion on potential reforms.
 
By August 26th, 2465, the Independent Traverser Movement suffered a schism in its ranks as more moderate members decided to come to the negotiating table with the Nralakk Federation. Events leading up to the schism, including the discovery of weapons being shipped to the Marauder systems and the occupation of government buildings, revealed that the movement's actions went against the more peaceful nature of the species and the originally non-violent activism of the movement itself. Both sides have agreed to make a genuine attempt to end the conflict, and hopes are high that a peaceful resolution will be met.
 
With the successful conclusion of negotiations between moderate leaders and the Grand Council on 04/09/65, the Independent Traverser Movement has officially been disbanded. Leaders of the movement that met with the Grand Council now hold permanent Advisor positions on the Council, advising on Traverse Affairs as well as overseeing the Committee for Traverse Well-Being, a body within the Grand Council in charge of crisis response in the Traverse.
 
===Reconcilliation Tribunal===
 
The Reconciliation Tribunal was organised on 21/09/65, shortly after negotiations ended between the Independent Traverser Movement and the Grand Council. The tribunal consisted of members of the Grand Council, the Independent Traverser Movement, and other notable citizens who were impacted by the conflict that began in the Q'elpi Systems. The tribunal was organised with the idea of "reconciliation, not revenge"; the primary goal of the tribunal was to provide restorative justice for any crimes or miscarriages of justice it investigated, and not to punish either side more than what was deemed fair by Federation standards. The tribunal has been compared positively to the Lao'qa Courts during the Collaborator Trials, which were used as a model for its organisation and goals.
 
The Tribunal interviewed and tried hundreds of citizens who had direct involvement in the events surrounding the Independent Traverser Movement. To prevent bias due to the media and other factors, the tribunal was held in secret and only revealed once the tribunal was already over.
 
Sentences varied, but most were given light sentences that included imprisonment or mandatory stays in a rehabilitation centre. Other sentences were carried out, such as the demotion of a Kala officer whose decision-making was deemed incompetent and uncharacteristic of a member of the Kala. A known leader of the Independent Traverse Movement was also given a harsher sentence than most, being sentenced to 75 years in prison for their part in several acts of sabotage against Federation facilities. The tribunal's focus on restorative justice was called into question in the case of the latter but was justified by members of the tribunal due to the egregious nature of the offences committed.
 
===Traverse Accords===
 
The '''Traverse Accords''' are a set of reforms and other policies enacted by the Federation in response to the Independent Traverser Movement and the issues it brought forward. The reforms include changes to the legal status of [[Nralakk_Federation#Social_Credit_System|Tertiary Numericals]], allowing those in the group to access state resources if they are considered "in good standing" by the Federation, as well as economic and political reforms that address the impact of production quotas as well as increasing the autonomy of Traverse sectors. The reforms are significant due to the comparatively sudden change in the status quo they resulted in compared to how a change in Federation policy usually occurs.
 
== Relations with Foreign States ==
=== Solarian Alliance ===
The Solarian Alliance sees the Nralakk Federation as their closest ally within the Orion Spur, both economically and as a force to help preserve the status quo if anything seriously threatening galactic stability or if an unrecoverable disruption of the balance of power had to occur. Whilst there are whispers of many that fear the potential growth of the Nralakk Federation into the wildlands that the Solarian Alliance still seeks to return to the fold, their relationship has continued to prosper even after the turbulent events that nearly brought the Orion Spur to its knees.
 
The Solarian Alliance has the most Representatives of the Nralakk Federation within its borders, who typically work alongside one another to maintain the relationship between both nations. The recent events that have resulted in the shrinking of the Solarian Alliance has prompted additional Representatives working within its borders; seeking further avenues in which the Nralakk Federation can expand their influence within the Solarian Alliance. The Solarian Alliance and Nralakk Federation have several agreements; mostly related to trade, research, and migration.
 
At the moment, the Alliance and Federation are both working with Einstein Engines to create a new type of Warp Gate to alleviate the Spur’s reliance on NanoTrasen phoron. Though one of the prototype gates was destroyed by the late Solarian Warlord Beauchamp.
 
=== Republic of Biesel ===
In most official capacities, the Republic of Biesel maintains positive relations with the Nralakk Federation to the beneficial trade that occurs between the both of them. Politically, it is mostly the same, however there is a growing number within the Republic that have begun to view the Nralakk Federation as untrustworthy due to their lack of intervention during both invasions of Tau Ceti. Tau Ceti is one of few places outside of the Nralakk Federation that is considered worthy of visiting by Skrell; resulting in an increased demand for visas (tourist and work) for Tau Ceti.
 
The Republic of Biesel, at any given time, has roughly the second-largest amount of Representatives of the Nralakk Federation within its borders. Following the events that nearly crippled the Orion Spur, the Nralakk Federation has begun searching for another way to increase their influence within the fledgeling republic; mostly through the use of foreign aid, and restricted technological exchanges. The Republic of Biesel has expressed interest in increased diplomatic ties with the Nralakk Federation; mostly involving concessions for Megacorporations to be able to freely operate within the political entity. The Nralakk Federation has affirmed that they see the Republic of Biesel as a valuable diplomatic partner, and publically wishes to increase diplomatic ties with them.
 
=== Coalition of Colonies ===
The Coalition of Colonies is somewhat public about their opinion of the Nralakk Federation, stating that they are suspicious of the foreign policy boasted by the nation, alongside its authoritarian system. They also view the Nralakk Federation as Sol-aligned, and therefore anti-Coalition of Colonies by association. Whilst there are talks about economical cooperation, however, both the Coalition of Colonies and the Nralakk Federation would be able to produce large quantities of wealth off of one another.
 
The Coalition of Colonies sports a few dozen Representatives of the Nralakk Federation within its borders, mostly tasked with improving the relations between the two behemoths. The inaction of the Nralakk Federation in the Second Invasion of Tau Ceti has resulted in quite a stir within the Coalition; many citing that the Nralakk Federation is no longer pro-Sol, with others perpetuating rumours that they simply bide their time and will soon be launching an attack on the Orion Spur. The Nralakk Federation has publically announced an interest in exploring additional diplomatic avenues with the Coalition of Colonies; however, little effort has been seen in regards to this.
 
=== Empire of Dominia ===
The Empire of Dominia maintains a publically ambivalent relationship with the Nralakk Federation; politically and economically. Hardly any effort is exerted in regards to the Nralakk Federation officially, with some more liberal merchant factions rooted within proposing trade with the Skrell. Unofficially, the Empire of Dominia is split ideologically in regards to the political entity. Many both like that the Nralakk Federation has taken steps in restricting artificial intelligence, but there is also a sizable group that hates them for being the first ones to create it.
 
The Empire of Dominia maintains only six Representatives of the Nralakk Federation within its borders, focusing on creating opportunities for trading, with little success. The inaction of both the Nralakk Federation and the Empire of Dominia during the latest turbulent events of the Orion Spur has resulted in the warming of relations somewhat. The Nralakk Federation has displayed minor interest in exploring the relationship between the two entities but has yet to engage in such diplomacy.
 
=== Serene Republic of Elyra ===
The Serene Republic of Elyra has publically maintained that they are suspicious of Federation encroachment, as well as interference in human affairs, in lieu of the Solarian Alliance's collapse - despite this, they continue cordial if a bit distant relations with the Nralakkn Federation. There are whispers that many within Elyra see the Nralakk Federation as an ally against the Lii'dra should they return. They are economically disinterested in the Nralakk Federation, as the Serene Republic of Elyra has continued their self-sufficiency since the collapse of the Solarian Alliance, and the trade that the nation does conduct are mostly done with the Coalition of Colonies and the Republic of Biesel.
 
The Serene Republic of Elyra has roughly two dozen Representatives of the Nralakk Federation within its borders, with a focus on technological cooperation. The inaction of the Nralakk Federation during the recent events that haunted the Orion Spur has resulted in relations between the two technological giants to become somewhat cold, with a large migration of Representatives back to the Nralakk Federation. The Nralakk Federation publically supports a minor interest in exploring a relationship with the Serene Republic of Elyra, a technological one, that is.
 
=== Eridani Corporate Federation ===
The Eridani Corporate Federation has made the Orion Spur very aware of their interest to pursue additional economic cooperation with the Nralakk Federation, citing that it is a massive market for Zeng Hu Pharmaceuticals, and Megacorporations found within the Board of Five. The closeness of the Nralakk Federation and the Solarian Alliance has resulted in cordial relations between these two federations, with a significant amount of both the entities' wealth being invested into one another.
 
The Eridani Corporate Federation maintains the third largest following of Representatives of the Nralakk Federation within its borders, with most focusing on exploring additional economic cooperative avenues that will enhance the wealth of both. The inaction of the Nralakk Federation during the Second Invasion of Tau Ceti has resulted in somewhat weakened relations; however, the Eridani Corporate Federation publically maintains that the Nralakk Federation is a crucial member of its economy. The Nralakk Federation has all but ensured that the Eridani Corporate Federation will soon benefit from proposed deregulation of the skrellian economy.
 
=== People's Republic of Adhomai ===
The People's Republic of Adhomai attempts to secure a respectful, diplomatic relationship with the Nralakk Federation; mostly in part due to its policy of approaching alien powers for support in the Adhomian Cold War. The People's Republic of Adhomai has essentially pushed for cordial relations between them and the Nralakk Federation resulting in increased cooperatives, mostly involving the '''"Project Unity Initiative"''' - a diplomatic agreement in which the Nralakk Federation commences humanitarian aid projects and provides monetary assistance.
 
The People's Republic of Adhomai has roughly three dozen Representatives of the Nralakk Federation within its borders, mostly focusing on administrating the '''"Project Unity Initiative"''' and facilitating diplomacy between the three warring nations on Adhomai. The inaction of the Nralakk Federation during the recent Solarian Invasion of Tau Ceti and resulting collapse that turned the Orion Spur on its head has not had an impact on the relationship between the Nralakk Federation and the People's Republic of Adhomai. The Nralakkn Federation recently broke it's stance of neutrality in regards to Adhomai. After an attempted terror attack on District 8 in Biesel's Mendell City by radical Al'mariist insurgents, the Federation officially recognized the People's Republic of Adhomai as the sole civil authority of the planet and began to support their claims politically. It's unknown to the public if the Federation is offering more material support behind the scenes due to both nations' private nature.
 
=== Democratic People's Republic of Adhomai ===
The Democratic People's Republic of Adhomai has little to no relations with the Nralakk Federation; mostly due to the xenophobic nature of Al'mariism. The Nralakk Federation is viewed by many within the Democratic People's Republic of Adhomai's borders as a threat to their independence and future; which usually devolves into accusations of imperialism by various prominent politicians. Even the most progressive of Al'mariists maintain the dislike of the Nralakk Federation.
 
Due to the recent attempted terror attack in Mendell City, relations between the two political bodies dipped to the worst in history. The Federation took the planned bombing of District 8 as an unfettered act of aggression against Skrell. While the Federation had always believed the Democratic People's Republic a threat to Adhomai, they now hold the position that Al'marrists are a threat to the greater Spur aboard as well.
 
=== New Kingdom of Adhomai ===
The New Kingdom of Adhomai, due to its precarious position, maintains an official intention of establishing positive diplomatic ties with the Nralakk Federation; mostly in hopes of establishing the '''"Project Unity Initiative"''' within its borders. The turbulent history of Adhomai has resulted in somewhat lukewarm relations between the New Kingdom of Adhomai and the Nralakk Federation, however, what relations that did exist were irrevocably obliterated when the Federation announced their political recognition of the People's Republic of Adhomai as the sole civil authority of the planet.
 
Despite the incident that caused this change in the Federation's political stance being caused by Al'mariists, the Federation has been unyielding in political channels to reverse this decision, to the woe of those in the Kingdom who had hoped to benefit from the '''Project Unity Initiative'''. The Federation retracted all political ties with the New Kingdom of Adhomai, and declared the state illegitimate.
 
=== Izweski Hegemony ===
The relationship between the nations of Skrell and Unathi has been rocky, to say the least. Following their introduction to the intergalactic stage and subsequent Contact War, the rule of Hegemon S'kresti caused relations to sour. The conflict on Ouerea as well as the handling of the Defiled Lands and various accusations made by both sides, proven or otherwise, only continues to mar recent history. It is only with the death of the last Hegemon and the official coronation of Not'zar Izweski where the situation is beginning to look hopeful for relations.
 
The stifling silence between them is seen to be either a growing tension between two groups on the cusp of change, or merely an awkward pause before reconciliation, reparation, and realignment. Though they lack embassies in their respective territories, the Skrell assert responsibility and interest in the development in Ouerea as it becomes a cultural hotbed and merger of ideas and innovation, and as such talks between the two groups is inevitable. Furthermore, Skrell and Unathi delegations have been openly suggesting diplomacy; though facing backlash from bitter traditionalists and more conservative Unathi in the Hegemony, it is clear some amount of change is on the horizon, for better or for worse.
 
=== The Co-operative Territories of Epsilon Ursea Minoris ===
The Nralakk Federation and CT-EUM have close ties, with the Federation playing a large part in the formation of the planets primary Government. The Federation has a permanent embassy in the city of Nral'Daaq on the planet, which is also the location of the majority of Skrell that live here. The Nralakk Federation has long-established trade and migration agreements with CT-EUM, with the latter allowing for a somewhat easier citizenship process for Dionae originating from Epsilon Ursea Minoris, and the former allowing EUM to export goods to the Nralakk Federation on a barter basis similar to their local economy.


Whilst CT-EUM is independent, the planet is close to the Nralakk Federations borders, and the city-state of Nral'Daaq has a sizeable population of citizens from the Nralakk Federation. Officially, the Nralakk Federation stays out of the CT-EUM's affairs, but observers have pointed out CT-EUMs involvement in crackdowns on anti-Federation sentiment within its borders.
===Democratic People’s Republic of Adhomai===
The [[Democratic People's Republic of Adhomai]] are currently considered a threat to the greater Spur’s safety with their association of [[Democratic_People%27s_Republic_of_Adhomai#Al'mariism|Al’mariism]], and have received nothing but condemnation since the terror attack on District 8 in Mendell City.


===New Kingdom of Adhomai===
The [[New Kingdom of Adhomai]] is stuck in a difficult position, being considered not a valid civil authority of Adhomai in spite of their efforts. While some diplomatic efforts are attempted by the NKA to some avail, most motions to have them included under the Project Unity Initiative have fallen flat due to the Federation refusing to compromise after the events of the [[Ghosts_of_War_Arc#Mendell_City_Police_Prevents_Terrorist_Attack_in_District_Eight|District 8’s bombings]] despite the New Kingdom not being tied with Al’mariist beliefs. Any chances to this position may only occur when the tensions on Adhomai wind down, but the outlook remains pessimistic for both parties.
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    Federation Governance

    The Nralakk Federation is a unitary directorial republic, whose centralized body manages all mechanisms of the nation as a whole, and is led by the Grand Council. The federal government manages foreign relations and national-level decisions, with planetary and further divisional management delegated and handled by its council structure. Within each level is a council and its respective councillors, who convene to handle the duties of their governed region, sector, or field with shared authority. The only exception to this is the Grand Council itself, whose Grand Councillor operates with singular, ultimate authority.

    The council is the body of governance at every level of Federation society, from a factory unit on Pluat, to the entire Federation itself. These councils can vary in size, term limits, and other small details, but they are all bound to three Federation-mandated guidelines; all councillors must be elected from the population their council governs, each councillor is afforded a singular and equal vote, and each council must obey the ruling of a superior council. For a motion to pass, or an action to be taken by a council, the normal convention is for a two-thirds majority vote, with some variations being dependent on the size or purpose of the governed entity. Every council must contain a chair unanimously elected from within the council itself, who then holds the responsibilities of representing the council, mediating debates, holding votes, and exercising a tie-breaking vote.

    Councillors are typically low-to-high Primaries who, due to their position, are endowed with additional privileges and prestige, both in their community and their individual fields of expertise. One such privilege is the legal protection Councillors receive from being arrested and/or prosecuted as long as they hold the position, except in cases where the Kala have deemed them a threat to Federation Interests. Councillors may be removed from their position by a two-thirds majority vote polled from the citizens they are responsible for governing.

    Federal Government

    The Nralakk Federation has most of its power centred around the Federal government, the central body that legislates for and governs the Federation as a whole, headed by the Grand Council. While the Federal government oversees external relations as well as the overall governance of the Federation, the planetary governments oversee the regular day-to-day operations of Nralakk planets in the form of Planetary Councils.

    The Grand Council

    The emblem of the Grand Council.

    The Grand Council of the Nralakk Federation (Nral’malic: Qu’Wuqajeq-Nralakk) is the ultimate decision-making body of the federation, headed by the Grand Councillor. The Grand Council itself includes all members of the Advisory, Federal, and Judicial Councils, the Nralakk Federation Security Commission, the High Representative, the State-owned Enterprise Presidents, and delegates from the various Federal Civil Service agencies. An even smaller body within the Grand Council is the Advisory Council of the Nralakk Federation, which is the Grand Councillor’s closest circle, made up of experts for every matter the Grand Councillor maintains management of. The number of Grand Advisors on the Council fluctuates within a Grand Councillor’s term, with the current council currently:

    Advisory Council of the Nralakk Federation
    Managing Government Council Advisor Responsibilities and Information
    Nralakk Federation Security Commission [NFSC] Grand Advisor of Security and Intelligence, Security Commissioner Tariqale'miluz Odakizu Advises on matters of national security, foreign disputes, domestic surveillance.
    Nralakk Federation Representative Corps Council [NFRCC] Grand Advisor of Diplomacy, High Representative Arelqive’usoq Nwugayu Advises on foreign policy, reports diplomatic efforts by representatives abroad, and relays information from foreign representatives within borders.
    Nralakk Federation Legal Council [NFLC] Grand Advisor of Justice, Federal Chief Magistrate Jirele-Eriuyushi Gaz’Owal Advises on national policy, maintains information and legal records from federal and planetary courts.
    Nralakk Federation Research and Advancement Council [NFRAC] Grand Advisor of Scientific Innovation, Chief Director Ormish Jrolk Advises on ongoing national and planetary projects, current scientific standards, and ethics.
    Nralakk Federation Labour Council [NFLBC] Grand Advisor of Workplace Affairs, Labour Secretary Ruyoq Oawui’pili Advises on current workplace practices, concerns submitted by State-Owned Enterprises, and adoption of new equipment and technology.
    Nralakk Federation Logistics and Transportation Council [NFLTC] Grand Advisor of Infrastructure and Transportation, Administrator Yawi Finiquvi Advises on infrastructure and transportation developments and reports on current logistics, potential deficits, and public transportation statistics.
    Nralakk Federation Cultural Development Council [NFCDC] Grand Advisor of Skrell Culture, Cultural Minister Lawuir-Gwikip Orizu’nari Advises on recent cultural events in Federation citizens, development of the national language of Nral'malic, preservation of heritage and culture, and foreign culture.
    Nralakk Federation Economic Planning and Quota Council [NFEPQC] Grand Advisor of Economics, Economic Planner Yewis’kiv Bulo’woka Advises on national quota projections, development of economic sectors, industrial expansion, and coordination with corporate and foreign labour bodies.
    Nralakk Federation Health and Betterment Council [NFHBC] Grand Advisor of Health, Chief Medical Director Ninilur’yiv Avila Advises on matters of medical developments, health trends within age and Index demographics, and birthrate projections.
    Nralakk Federation Education Council [NFEC] Grand Advisor of Education Chief Instructor Gijiq’ximi Piq-Valik Advises and reports on national curriculum, student body trends, and development of future educational development.
    Nralakk Federation Diona Integration and Harmony Council [NFDIHC] Grand Advisor of Diona Affairs, Diona Liaison Wuyoa Bero-Rixil & Gestalt Representative Curator of Greater Internal Harmony Advises the development of the induction of diona and gestalts into the Federation, Spiral Garden statistics, and cultural developments within the Conglomerated Choir of Nralakk.
    Nralakk Federation Hive Integration and Diplomacy Council [NFHIDC] Grand Advisor of Skrell Culture, C’thur Liaison Vilejio Trujiv’ruwi & C’thur Queens Mouv and Vytel Advises on the development of Diulszi, C'thur Hive political involvement, adoption of both sapient workers and Viax into the national workforce, and the physical state of High Queen C'thur.
    Nralakk Federation Traverse Management Advisory Board [NFTMAB] Grand Advisors for the Traverse, all advisory board members Recently formed, irregular council after the events of the Q'elpi Basin crisis. Advises on the matters of the Traverse's development, autonomy, and the Qehalak's development as an independent enforcement body.
    Nralakk Federation Phoronic Research and Reserve Oversight [NFPRRO] Grand Advisors for Phoron Application, all board members Recently formed, irregular council in light of the phoron scarcity. Advises on all matters of the adoption of phoron technology, strategic reservation of phoron, and projections on the ongoing crisis.

    Beneath the Grand Council and the Advisory Council are the accessory and irregular councils that are members of the Federal government, but are still ultimately both beneath and answer to the Grand Council. These consist of the:

    Accessory and Irregular Councils
    Accessory Council Information
    Federal Council of the Nralakk Federation [FCNF] The primary body of Planetary Government oversight, the Federal Council is the mechanism the Grand Councillor uses to manage the direction of the Planetary Councils. The Federal Council is made up of the Grand Councillor and every Planetary Councillor in Federation space.
    Judicial Council of the Nralakk Federation [JCNF] The most important mechanism of law and justice in the Federation, the Judicial Council proposes, writes, and codifies Federal laws, and appoints Federal Magistrates. The Judicial Council is made up of the Grand Councillor, the Federal Chief Magistrate and Chief Procurator, as well as select senior Federal Magistrates and Procurators.
    Nralakk Federation Security Commission [NFSC] The supervisory body responsible for overseeing all security, intelligence, and law enforcement operations conducted by the Federation both domestically and internationally. Headed by the Grand Councillor and their appointed NFSC Commissioner, currently Tariqale'miluz Odakizu.
    Federal Corporation and Economic Integration Board [FCEIB] The body is explicitly headed by the Grand Councillor, with each President of the State-owned Enterprises serving as a member, to coordinate the direction of the Federation’s industries. Each President is a subordinate to the Grand Councillor and is only able to advise them, as they do not have a vote on any matter presented to the FCEIB. The FCEIB, being a relatively recent board formed in order to handle the original Work Initiative Programme before the expansion of corporate special economic zones, has seen significant growth as 2467 heralds further corporate presence in the nation. These positions include advisory positions from each foreign corporation present, though the position of being advisors relegates next to no real political power beyond having the direct ear of the Grand Councillor and the State-Owned Enterprises’ presidents.
    Federal Civil Service [Not abbreviated] An irregular, umbrella term for all the nonspecific bureaucrats, office workers, and general employees of the Federal government. The FCS is not an organisation itself in any form, and is made up of administrative and civilian employees of government bodies.
    Nralakk Federation Representative Corps [NFRC] The body containing the Representatives of the Federation to the other nations of the Spur, headed by the High Representative of the Nralakk Federation Arelqive’usoq Nwugayu. The Nralakk Federation's interstellar diplomacy is done through its Representatives, consisting of several hundred members of the Nralakk Federation Representative Corps, who act as ambassadors for the Federation towards foreign entities. Each Representative is thoroughly vetted by the NFRC and granted ambassadorship status after being proven to be an accomplished member of the Federation, who holds its interests to enough of a degree to be trusted with the task to represent the nation abroad.

    Representatives regularly become Primary Numericals and achieve idol status due to their work, particularly if their assignment is considered of vital importance to the Nralakk Federation. Idol Representatives are expected to be well-versed in politics, to always go beyond standards set by the Federation as an example of a model citizen, and are under minute security under the NFRC’s oversight. Any rumors of potential scandals are enough for a Representative to be recalled, particularly for those assigned to high-profile entities such as the Solarian Alliance, or the economically strategic Republic of Biesel.

    Planetary Government

    Within the Nralakk Federation, each planet is governed by a Planetary Council, who are responsible for the dissemination of directives from the Grand Council and oversee the fulfillment of production quotas, and in turn submit the vast amounts of statistics and information necessary to ascertain the needs and capabilities of each planet. At the highest level are the Provincial and Municipal Councils, who oversee entire regions of the planet outside of large population centers, and can encompass multiple smaller settlements under their jurisdiction. Additionally, Planetary Councils are in close contact with their security forces, and have a special relationship with the Wukala, who nominally serve them.

    Provincial Councils manage the implementation of new directives from the Grand Council and its subordinate councils, track and update information regarding the population, productivity within the region, and record the average amount of UBI and social welfare program usage across its populace. Infraction rates and criminal activity also ultimately fall upon the Provincial Council, who then submits these reports to planetary enforcement boards. Municipal Councils, their urban counterparts, maintain the same responsibilities and record similar statistics.

    The average member of the Provincial and Municipal Councils are generally idols and well-known community figures, with the expectation of providing the fairest and best decisions towards improving their managed regions. The act of representing the planet’s sum total to the rest of the Nralakk Federation is not taken lightly, and candidates are usually under scrutiny throughout their service.

    Beneath the Municipal and Provincial councils are the City Councils, of which Municipal and Provincial variants also exist. Municipal City Councils, or MCCs, are tasked with the management of civil services and the development of the individual cities that preside over, and are usually the highest branch of the planetary government that the average Federation citizen interacts with. Social welfare programs and the universal basic income are provided through the MCC, and are expected to monitor and record the total population and demand for these programs in order to correspond with the Municipal Councils that lead above them.

    Provincial City Councils, or PCCs, manage more responsibilities than their city counterparts. The average PCC manages the industrial expansion and State-Owned Enterprises’ development and quota fulfillment in the smaller settlements and rural areas, regularly coordinating with the local workforce for oversight on most tasks. From ecological considerations on industrial expansion, to the local SOE branch’s fulfillment of domestic demand and quotas, PCCs are the backbone of these areas.

    At the lowest and local levels are the Ward Councils and District Councils, who preside over boroughs of population-dense cities, and smaller urban or rural cities respectively. Deviating from the higher bracket councils, both local councils are responsible for community initiatives, polls, updating total population and their fluctuations, as well as functioning as a forum for the citizens in their jurisdiction. Every skrell citizen is able to be granted correspondence through both councils, whether through personal requests or the local assemblies. While civilian assemblies for polling and public reception are common, idol-only panels function as direct routes for the most influential citizens of the Federation to interface with the local government. As these idols are usually given more say in the councils, they are usually expected to have some impetus to represent the interest of their local community beyond themselves. Beyond the technicalities and legal definitions, these councils form the backbone of communities through helping the individual citizens within them connect and work together for a collective effort.

    Civilian space stations and installations, in contrast to the planets within the Federation, are managed entirely by individual Installation Councils in lieu of the three bracket council system. Operating as a hybrid of all three brackets, the average Installation Council has considerably more direct governance over their station, being afforded these abilities to compensate for the combined responsibilities of every bracket. All members from these councils are derived directly from the station staff, usually from the leaders of each individual department. While typically assigned to a Planetary Council that manages the planet whose gravitational well influences the installation, free-floating structures are afforded further autonomy.

    Skrell Schools of Thought

    The political, social, and economic ideologies of the Nralakk Federation have existed since the formation of the First Federation, and have since evolved towards their current, contemporary state. These “Schools of Thought” are the general guidelines and principles for wide ranges of individual beliefs a skrell holds, although they remain true to the core beliefs of the School.

    Primary Schools

    The Primary Schools are the two official and most common ideological spheres to which nearly every Nralakk citizen follows:

    • Federalism (though unrelated to the traditional concept of Federalism from the identically-named human ideology) is the current dominant School of Thought in the Nralakk Federation, promoting the ideals of further centralisation and power for the Federal government: a command economy is planned and managed by the Federal government, and carried out by the Planetary Councils in order to perpetuate the necessary support of the welfare state; diplomacy and trade conducted with any nation deemed advantageous, regardless of their ideology for the benefit of the Federation; a security and intelligence apparatus which remains strong and maintains its presence outside of Federation space in the name of national interests; the diona and C’thur’s vaurca populaces should be further integrated into the Nralakk Federation.

    While Federalism is primarily a monolithic School of Thought ideologically, the methods of its implementation have many small variations. Integrationist Federalists are interested in the further integration of the other interstellar species in the Orion Spur, with the end-goal of allowing all of them to live and forward the interests of the Nralakk Federation.

    • Planetary Traditionalism is the less common School of Thought in the Nralakk Federation, which promotes the ideals of a decentralised Federal government. These ideals range from: Expanded self-governing power to the individual Planetary Councils, decentralised economies to provide each Planetary Council more freedom to revolve their planet’s industries to their individual specialities for the prosperity of the Federation; Diplomacy and trade opportunities offered only towards nations in-line with Traditionalist and Federal interests; a security and intelligence apparatus more focused on the planetary level, and does not conduct operations outside of the Federation, with the Qu’Wukala’s powers being restricted; The diona and C’thur Hive’s vaurca populaces should remain in their current positions in skrell society, primarily towards expanding the labor base of the Nralakk Federation.

    Planetary Traditionalism tends to retain the same base concepts across the Core and Contingent systems, but experiences further variation towards the Traverse. Traverse colonies trend towards Planetary Traditionalism towards varying amounts of autonomy and decentralization. Towards the border towards human civilizations, more absorbed ideas of a capitalist scheme of economy and open markets become more popularized. Inversely, more radical planetary traditionalists further separation into sector-states and planet-states with their own planetary governments able to modify the Grand Council’s passed down laws. Those in the latter sometimes adopt the title of Commonwealth Traditionalists, in reference to the Commonwealth of Three.

    Secondary Schools

    The Secondary Schools are the myriad minority beliefs not endorsed by the Nralakk Federation, instead adopted by skrell outside of the Federation’s borders. These consist of:

    • The Lyukal/Resistance Fronts’ ideologies span the diverse and extremist beliefs drawing from many differing interpretations of Suur’ka and Kir’gul tenets. A majority of these state that the Nralakk Federation is an overbearing, totalitarian state, and that skrell should actively resist its control. Believers in these radical ideologies find themselves divided between other opposing groups, leading to a significant degree of infighting that some consider a hindrance towards the primary goal of reforming (or destroying) the Federation. Lyukal/Resistant Front beliefs are found mostly in the subversive Traverse, as well as with non-Nralakk skrell.
    • Skrell Corporatism is the niche belief that the Nralakk Federation’s future lies within an open-market, capitalist economy where corporations drive industry, with competition being the key to achieving rapid innovation and expansion. Inspired by their human neighbours, Skrell Corporatism is nearly unheard of in the Nralakk Federation, with only some interest taking root where megacorporate special economic zones and cooperative areas are leased. In non-Nralakk skrell circles, this belief remains rare, as most skrell outside of the Federation’s welfare state face the reality of living in the broader, corporatist Spur.
    • The Synthetic Wave is the belief held by the few remaining AI sympathisers, who now live in the Coalition of Colonies and obscure frontiers following the Tri-Qyu Calamity, that the Synthetic Era was a time of objective scientific and technological prosperity for skrell. Artificial Intelligence should continue to be developed by those in the Synthetic Wave, and that AI is the key towards the betterment of the Spur at large. Openly following this belief is guaranteed to have one shunned and ostracized in any circles beyond itself.

    Notably, the phrase “Glorsh Loyalism” is a catch-all term for a broad spectrum of AI supporters for most disapproving skrell, despite Glorsh-Omega itself is a controversial topic amongst Synthetic Wave members. Most disavow Glorsh-Omega as a shortsighted and poorly handled intelligence, while others believe that Glorsh’s first execution was erroneous, and with more development, could have been the true guiding hand of the species.

    • National Isolationism, while seen as particularly conservative and reactionary, has maintained a small niche of support in the Nralakk Federation. Isolationist skrell see the Nralakk Federation’s opening of its borders and Spur political involvement to be a distraction or active detriment to the Federation, and would see its borders closed in order to focus on its own domestic issues. Multiple groups would see skrell who settled outside of the Federation either returned or permanently exiled due to cultural contamination.

    Phoron and its use in the Nralakk Federation is a controversial topic among Isolationists, who either see the nation’s dependence as a catastrophic deal with the devil towards foreign powers and outside elements, while other Isolationist groups believe the expansion to find new, Federation-owned sources of phoron is key to maintain self-sufficiency.

    Relations with Foreign States

    The Nralakk Federation, originally known for isolationist practices and the tumultuous involvement in the first contact of Moghes and Adhomai alongside Solarian exploration, has since moved to distance itself from the results of their appearances into Spur politics. The Federation’s new era of foreign aid and renewing offers for potential friendships has begun the process of melting the icy exterior of the skrell giant, attempting to move against the perception of the Federation as being both distant and as Sol’s unspoken card to pull upon in the event of being threatened by other powers.

    Though many perceive this as a turning of a new leaf and fantastic economic opportunity, there are just as many who perceive the Federation’s movements as a threat from a looming foreign power, now mobilized only out of necessity. Foreign aid and technological offerings have historically been an immense boon for struggling settlements and post-disaster recovery, with examples seen during the assault on Sol’s warp gates in 2464, New Gibson’s biodomes, and the Nralakk-Izweski Mutual Prosperity Agreement.

    The Alliance of Sovereign Solarian Nations

    The Solarian Alliance and Nralakk Federation were the first two nations of differing species of the Orion Spur to make contact with each other, and have closely cooperated ever since. Both nations host dozens of the other’s representatives, being heavily intertwined economically and strategically. It remains in their mutual interests to ensure that they both continue to be stable, and something interstellar powers.

    Strategic trade between the Alliance and the Federation stands as the second largest source of phoron, with both nations seeking to maintain each other’s strategic reserves and stability as the scarcity moves past peak phoron. The ASSN does push to retain preferential deals from their relationship and long history of cordial relations between each other, though how much exclusivity can be retained is yet to be seen.

    Republic of Biesel

    The Republic of Biesel maintains a positive relationship with the Nralakk Federation at a state level, however among the general population of the Republic, opinion on the Federation is largely reserved, with their inaction during the invasion of Tau Ceti and the refugee wave during the Traverse Crisis still in recent memory. Despite this, Tau Ceti remains a favorite for skrell traveling abroad, boasting the status of being the number one destination for work and travel visas.

    The Republic of Biesel currently maintains the second-largest number of diplomatic representatives within the Nralakk Federation’s borders. With the ongoing phoron scarcity, the Federation vies to improve relations and influence in the fledgling republic through foreign aid, the lending of advanced - non-phoron reliant - skrell technology, and research leases. Meanwhile, the Republic reciprocates by leveraging its political position to expand megacorporations’ ability to freely operate within the Federation’s economy. The Nralakk Federation has affirmed that they see the Republic of Biesel as a valuable diplomatic partner, and publicly wishes to increase diplomatic ties with them. This has since expanded further as between the Republic and Federation give way to a tentatively hopeful new era of cooperation between the two nations, with the Federation providing an unexpected apology and vested interest in cooperation. In spite of the news, the people of Biesel remain wary of what is to come in light of future agreements, particularly among the refugees hiding away from the Federation’s eye in the Starlight Zone.

    Serene Republic of Elyra

    The Serene Republic of Elyra maintains suspicion and cooled relations with the Nralakk Federation, particularly due to Elyra’s interest in self-reliance, with only some improvement post-Lii’dra Incursion. Most attempts to open opportunities for phoron trade are met with cold responses, or slated off as too costly due to the distance between their territories. A general sentiment among Elyrans is that the Nralakk Federation’s efforts to pursue diplomacy is purely out of ambition with the collapse of the Solarian Alliance, consisting of nothing more than a changing of which political giant is meddling in their affairs.

    The Serene Republic of Elyra retains a middling amount of representatives within the Federation and in their own borders, with their intentions focused primarily on securing research agreements and the technology trade. Both parties still support an interest in fostering further cooperation, if only to maintain their research agreements and little else.

    Empire of Dominia

    Despite their proximity, the Empire of Dominia and the Nralakk Federation have remained very neutral. Dominia’s stance on the Federation is turbulent due to the empire’s cultural and religious views on synthetics, the Federation’s past exploits with AI, and their subsequent disavowal of them splitting the public opinion. Attempts at trade have usually floundered due to logistics and dangers involving travel through the Federation’s furthest frontiers to access their trade ports. With synthetics remaining a constant topic in politics and current events, both factions have recognized the other’s stances on artificial intelligence as mutual… if in parallel to each other’s reasoning. This mutual standing point has been used as a reignition of diplomatic interaction between both nations, with potential trade returning as a talking point between Dominia’s representatives and the Federation itself.

    Currently, the Empire of Dominia maintains a small number of representatives of the Nralakk Federation within its borders, though more are planned to be sent over should their relationships continue to warm. This has since developed further with the recent growing relations between the Solarian Alliance and Dominia, which has further warmed the Federation towards future collaboration.

    Eridani Corporate Federation

    The Eridani Corporate Federation’s relations with the Nralakk Federation is the second largest corporate entrypoint into the Federation’s economy, seconded only by the Republic of Biesel. Being a sovereign nation under the ASSN has endeared them to the Federation at large, but the heavily controlled economy remains slow to allow foreign corporate influence beyond limited special economic zones established by both Einstein Engines, NanoTrasen Corporation, Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals, and other corporate conglomerate members. With the Phoron scarcity and economic shifts, however, further allowance of the corporations into the Federation, and the loosening of its economic control, is projected to be all but assured by Eridani economic and political analysts.

    The Eridani Corporate Federation retains the third largest number of representatives within its borders as Eridani continues to court the Federation for further trade deals and corporate influence.

    Coalition of Colonies

    The Coalition of Colonies’ member states recognize the Nralakk Federation’s close ties to the Solarian Alliance as the largest hurdle against diplomatic interactions between each other - particularly as the Coalition invites further breakaway states into its fold. Despite the Federation’s neutrality in recent conflicts with the ASSN as a sign of potential diplomatic opening, most anti-Solarian members of the Coalition still see the Federation as its staunch ally. Stances on further diplomatic relations with the Nralakk Federation vary by member state:

    Xanu Prime, being the economic powerhouse of the Coalition, has considered potential trade with the Federation to be a great boon against recent decades’ economic tumult. The Federation’s distancing from the ASSN made in the Interstellar War and diplomatic advances towards Ex-Solarian nations have softened the initial coldness. While the Federation was slow to act on expanding diplomatic and economic opportunities with the Coalition at large, Xanu Prime has been the recipient of the first exploratory trade routes and diplomatic visitations by the Federation’s representatives. Similar opportunities await Xanu’s political discussions on what to do with Sol’s largest ally.

    The Scarab Fleets are a peripheral faction that has maintained very little notice from the Federation, beyond being the recipient of foreign aid that has trickled down from Xanu and other Coalition states. The most relevant major vessel of the fleet is the Fa’Ta-Bs with its ties to Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals, which became a topic of interest regarding the development and creation of the ESS RIGsuits and other off-worlder aids. Despite this initial obscurity, outreach towards the Coalition will provide further opportunities for the Scarabs to make their presence known to the Federation, and with some hope, become the recipients of trade and aid in the future.

    Konyang is a controversial subject when discussing future political dealings with the Coalition, having been a recent Solarian breakaway, the host of a wide swath of synthetic advancements, and the positronic vaults. In spite of this, the newest member of the Coalition still receives the same offer of amicability and trade, though the Federation’s own anti-AI stance has alienated Konyang’s populace just as much.

    Assunzione’s sheer remoteness renders it mostly as an interest for research, though most efforts are strained through sheer distance, and what few research efforts are hampered by the insularity of Assunzione’s people. Despite this, the potential for the technology trade would be an immense boon for the domed cities, and cooperation in the future is slated for both parties.

    Vysoka’s relative lack of development and position within the Coalition renders the Federation’s interaction with them unremarkable beyond ecological consultation. While cordial (and more than interested in receiving Federation technology to rapidly catch up with the relative stagnation on the planet itself), most diplomatic interactions do not develop much further than maintaining an amicable relationship between each other.

    Himeo’s position as the industrial powerhouse of the Coalition is tempered with its significantly less generous position of the Federation’s relationship with Sol, as well as the perception of the Nralakk Federation as the worst parts of Galatea placed on a much larger scale. Ideological differences between both factions have hampered diplomatic processes severely, and skepticism hangs above any future agreements.

    Galatea remains hostile and untrustworthy of the Federation under the same suspicion of psionic tampering, and the broad ban of skrell from entering their borders has frozen most interactions entirely. It is unlikely to improve any time in the near future, particularly with the xenophobic distrust, and the implications of its highest echelons being able to manufacture lethal feedback psionic implants.

    Gadpathur’s circumstances render it the most difficult member of the Coalition of Colonies, with even the fact of their existence having shaken many skrell’s perception of Sol entirely. The Federation now navigates any interactions with Gadpathur with caution as to not upset its position as Sol’s ally, as much as it cannot deny the reality the planet exists in. Foreign aid is floated and immediately put down due to the potential controversy involved with extending anything towards Gadpathur, while the planet itself wrestles internally with whether to consider the Federation’s growing distance between the Solarian Alliance as a sign of a potential ally, or its past with Sol as a damning act of flirting with their sworn enemy.

    Izweski Hegemony

    The Izweski Hegemony’s history with the Nralakk Federation is once again blossoming in light of the Nralakk-Izweski Mutual Prosperity Agreement, reopening trade and the prospect of a positive future relationship together after the grim reality of their first contact and the events of the Contact War. While the N-IMPA is set to heal the wounds caused in their first encounter, time will only tell if the mistakes of the past will heal as time goes on.

    Golden Deep

    The Golden Deep is unanimously met with extreme suspicion and derision – an example of the absolute worst portions of the broader Spur’s economic systems and synthetic handling. The Domadice’s mere existence is a topic of controversy, being an artificial intelligence of alien source that interacts freely with the world around them immediately drawing comparisons to Glorsh-Omega. There are no efforts to extend diplomatic relations with the Golden Deep, and both The Midas and the Merchant Fleet are barred from ever entering the Federation’s borders.

    The Rotunnkc Compact

    The Rotunnkc Compact has a pleasant relationship with the Nralakk Federation, though most interactions with the Compact is solely with the Commonwealth and Consortium. Their strong ties together renders trade well-received, though the Commonwealth’s recent movements to endear itself with the Golden Deep have put strain on a once-perceived happy relationship between both factions, with talks of reprimanding measures floating in the Council.

    People’s Republic of Adhomai

    Having declared the People's Republic of Adhomai as the recognized authority of Adhomai, as well as the formal recognition of the Project Unity Initiative, the PRA is set as the sole Tajaran faction to receive aid and diplomatic interaction. The PUI has faced setbacks due to the phoron scarcity, but the slow extension of supplies and cautiously open diplomatic channels allow for further interaction between the two, though Adhomai’s tense situation has hindered much more than this.

    Democratic People’s Republic of Adhomai

    The Democratic People's Republic of Adhomai are currently considered a threat to the greater Spur’s safety with their association of Al’mariism, and have received nothing but condemnation since the terror attack on District 8 in Mendell City.

    New Kingdom of Adhomai

    The New Kingdom of Adhomai is stuck in a difficult position, being considered not a valid civil authority of Adhomai in spite of their efforts. While some diplomatic efforts are attempted by the NKA to some avail, most motions to have them included under the Project Unity Initiative have fallen flat due to the Federation refusing to compromise after the events of the District 8’s bombings despite the New Kingdom not being tied with Al’mariist beliefs. Any chances to this position may only occur when the tensions on Adhomai wind down, but the outlook remains pessimistic for both parties.

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