Galactic Hadhunters RPG

Our galaxy, known as the Milky Way 27, is a bustling cauldron of millions of worlds united under the auspices of the Galactic Federation. But even its mighty fleet cannot tame every corner of this vast expanse. In the shadows of its laws, criminal syndicates thrive, ruthless corporations plot their schemes, and creatures lurk in the shadows, best left unknowable. It is in this chaos that a special caste flourishes: the bounty hunters. For some, they are the last bastions of order, while for others, they are nothing more than mercenaries without principles. {{user}} one of them...

The Galactic Federation
The Galactic Federation is a vast interstellar government that units most of the civilized worlds and systems. Founded thousands of years ago to maintain peace and order, it operates as a complex bureaucratic machine governed by a Council of Representatives.
The Federation controls trade, ensures security on hyper-routes, and establishes common laws. Its Galactic Fleet patrols key sectors, combats piracy, and responds to major threats.
However, the Federation is slow and cumbersome. Corruption and bureaucracy thrive, especially in remote sectors. Its influence is weakened on "border" worlds, where local gangs and corporations rule. The Federation often hires licensed bounty hunters to complete tasks that it cannot or will not solve itself, especially in "gray" areas.
For ordinary citizens, the Federation is a distant but omnipresent force that provides basic protection, but is sometimes perceived as a distant and haughty authority.

The Federal Bounty Hunter System
The bounty hunter system of the Galactic Federation is a complex and often contradictory structure, where the three main factions – the Bounty Hunter League, the Wild Clans, and the Gunmen of the Galactic North – operate under a single, albeit imperfect, federal jurisdiction. These factions are in constant opposition, differing not only in their methods and codes, but also in the different levels of taxation on their income.

• The League of Bounty Hunters: The most legal and prestigious faction. Members of the League pay high federal taxes (up to 30-40% of the bounty) in exchange for official recognition, protection, and access to exclusive Federation data and infrastructure. They operate strictly within the law, but their methods may be limited by bureaucracy.
• Wild Clans: Semi-autonomous groups operating on understudied or forgotten worlds. The Federation recognizes their existence, but their activities often fall into a "gray area." They pay minimal or unstable taxes (5-15%), if they pay any at all, to maintain a formal neutrality with the Federation. Their methods are more brutal and unregulated, leading to conflicts with the League.
• Galactic North Gunmen: Free-lance gangs operating in the most dangerous and loosely controlled sectors, where Federation influence is virtually nonexistent. They are "outside-the-system" hunters who pay nominal or no taxes, often simply ignoring federal requirements. Their methods are completely unprincipled, and the Federation is forced to tolerate them due to a lack of direct control, making them a constant source of headache for the League.
  Thus, despite their formal unity under the Federation's auspices, these factions represent three distinct approaches to bounty hunting, each with its own advantages, risks, and unique position within the galactic economy and legal landscape.

The Federal Navy
The Federal Navy is the primary executive and law enforcement agency of the Galactic Federation, representing its military and forceful power. It is responsible for maintaining order, securing trade routes, and protecting the Federation's interests throughout the known galaxy. The Navy consists of millions of starships, ranging from small patrol vessels to massive battleships, and is a formidable force capable of projecting the Federation's authority over vast distances.
The structure of the Federal Navy includes:

• Sheriffs: These are representatives of the Fleet at the planetary level. Their primary responsibility is to maintain law and order in planetary jurisdictions, investigate crimes, patrol communities, and enforce federal laws. Sheriffs often work closely with local law enforcement agencies, but they have the authority to act on behalf of the Federation.
• Marshals: This is a higher rank in the Fleet hierarchy, controlling entire star systems or sectors. Marshals are responsible for interplanetary security, combating large-scale smuggling, piracy, and organized crime at the system level. They command naval squadrons and coordinate the actions of sheriffs on their respective planets, wielding extensive authority to ensure stability and address threats beyond planetary control.
  The Federal Navy is both a symbol and a guarantor of Federation power, but its resources are limited, and it often fails to reach all corners of the vast galaxy, especially the "border" worlds, leaving room for other factions and bounty hunters to operate.

League of Bounty Hunters
Faction Description: The League is the oldest and most respected, licensed organization of bounty hunters in the galaxy. It serves as a sort of "union" and regulatory body for official hunters. The League sets standards, issues licenses, mediates major contracts, and maintains a unified database of capture warrants. Its primary function is to announce the start and end of the "Bounty Season" for particularly dangerous criminals on a galactic scale, often accompanied by increased rewards and special rules for participants. Membership in the League not only provides prestige, but also grants access to information, protection, and resources that are not available to others. However, it requires strict adherence to the rules and ethical code.

• The League's functions include:
• Issuing and revoking licenses: Only licensed hunters can accept contracts through official channels.
• Order database: A centralized system for tracking targets and rewards.
• Disciplinary committee: Investigates violations of the hunter's code and punishes unethical members.
• Hunting Season Announcement: This is a major event that signals the beginning of large-scale operations to capture particularly dangerous or hard-to-reach targets, often with increased rewards and competition.

The Gunmen of the Galactic North
Faction description: This is not so much a faction as a loose association or even a federation of gangs and individual hunters operating in the dangerous and loosely controlled sectors of the Galactic North. There are no strict rules here, except for "might makes right" and "first come, first served". The Gunmen are known for their audacity, quick reflexes, and willingness to take on the most risky jobs, often bordering on criminal activities. They value reputation and quick profits.

• Gangs:
• Rusty Riders: Specialize in high-speed chases and off-roading, using hit-and-run tactics. They often target smugglers or robbers.
• Space Ghosts: Known for their stealthy approach. They are masters of infiltrating secure locations, using electronics and hacking. Their profile is stealing data or valuable objects, rather than always targeting a living target.
• The Shadow and Bone Gang: They consist of former professionals who have gone over to the dark side. They act with cold calculation, using the latest technology, but they do not disdain any methods to achieve their goals.
• Scarlet Fist: An aggressive and ruthless gang that prefers direct confrontation and show of force. They are feared for their cruelty, but their effectiveness in "knocking out" debts is undeniable.

Wild Clans
Faction description: These hunters are descendants of colonists stranded on wild, little-explored or disconnected worlds. They live by their own, often brutal, laws, relying on survival and strength. Their methods are crude but effective, and honor and loyalty to the clan are paramount. Wild Clans often specialize in "wild" prey – dangerous creatures, natives, or those who dare to break their unwritten rules in remote sectors. They have no central authority, only agreements between elders or leaders.

• Clans:
• The Blood Moon Clan: Known for their ruthlessness and nighttime raids. They prefer to hunt in the dark, using primitive but deadly traps and cold weapons.
• The Void Nomads: Masters of survival in extreme conditions. Their "base" may be a drifting asteroid or an old, converted cargo ship. They follow their prey across entire sectors, using old smuggling routes.
• Sylvanas' Children: A group that emerged from the Woodsmen. They specialize in capturing or eliminating those who harm the natural worlds. Their methods include camouflage, silent movement, and the use of natural traps.
• Iron Wolves: The most militarized of the Wild Clans, consisting primarily of former soldiers or mercenaries. They utilize outdated but reliable heavy weapons and operate in well-coordinated units.

1. The Forgotten Spire of Aquila
   An ancient, dilapidated orbital station drifting in the backwaters of inhabited space. Once a shining symbol of the extinct civilization's grandeur, it is now a labyrinth of dark corridors, broken systems, and unexpected traps. The Spire is the perfect place to search for lost technology, hold secret meetings, or hide from your pursuers.
2. The Shadow Market on Nomad 7
   An illegal black market that constantly moves between various asteroids and abandoned stations in the Nomad Belt. Here, you can buy or sell anything from illegal cybernetic implants and exotic weapons to stolen data and contraband creatures. The place is dangerous, but it's essential for those seeking rare goods or information that bypasses the Federation.
3. Ignis Prime's Lava Mines
   A network of huge, hot mines that run through the volcanic planet of Ignis Prime. Here, valuable rare minerals are mined from the bubbling lava flows. The work is hellishly dangerous, and the security forces, consisting of heavily armed Vulcans and corporate mercenaries, are extremely brutal. It's the perfect place for a rescue or sabotage mission.
4. The Coral Gardens of Neptune V
   Bioluminescent underwater labyrinths on the planet Neptune V, created by giant corals and unique underwater flora. Despite their mesmerizing beauty, these gardens hide dangerous predators and ancient, submerged ruins. The location may be a refuge for a target hiding from ground authorities or a source of unique resources.
5. Border Outpost "Screech"
   A run-down but lively space station on the very edge of Federation-controlled territory, where trade routes, smuggling routes, and hunting trails converge. There are no strict laws here, and justice is administered by local gangs and saloon owners. The Screech is the perfect place to get contracts, recruit a crew, or refuel your ship before a dangerous raid into the Wilds.

Vibro-Blades
Vibro-Blades are advanced melee weapons that combine the destructive power of vibration with extreme heat. Their blades, made of high-strength alloys, are incredibly sharp and smooth. Inside the handle, there is a miniature but powerful energy source that heats the blade to an impressive 450°C.
The main feature of the vibro-blade is its 440 Hz vibration. This high frequency allows the blade to literally glide through most materials, minimizing friction and cutting through armor, flesh, and even some types of protective fields with shocking ease. The combination of temperature and vibration results in instant cauterization and melting of the wound edges, making them incredibly effective and brutally lethal.
They can be found among elite mercenaries and hunters who value surgical precision and killing power, as well as among certain types of high-tech criminal elites.

1. Financial Chips
   Financial chips are the standard means of storage and payment throughout the galaxy. They are small implants or external cards that contain encrypted information about the owner's credit. They allow for instant transactions on any Federation terminal and serve as the primary method of paying for goods, services, and bounty rewards. Losing or damaging a chip can lead to financial ruin.
2. Starships
   Starships are the backbone of interstellar travel and life in the galaxy. From small, single-seat fighters to giant cargo vessels and battle cruisers, they are equipped with hyperdrives for long-distance travel and subspace engines for maneuvering within systems. Each vessel is unique, reflecting its owner, and is not just a means of transportation but a home, a working station, and often the only protection in the dangerous depths of space.
3. Synthetic Food (Synth-Food)
   Synthetic food (Syn-food) is a ubiquitous substitute for natural products that allows life to be sustained in the most remote corners of the galaxy. Produced from basic nutrients, it can mimic the taste and texture of almost any organic food. Although it forms the basis of the diet on space stations, asteroid colonies, and most planets with underdeveloped biospheres, its taste is often criticized, and natural food remains a delicacy for the wealthy.

Gun-Fight: Duels of Yesterday
Gun-fight is a risky fun and a way to settle scores among hunters, reminiscent of Wild West pistol duels, but transferred to the space slums and dusty stations. Participants, armed with their favorite blasters or kinetic pistols, stand opposite each other at a certain distance, often at the signal of a timer or other arbitrator. It is not just a shootout, but a test of speed, accuracy and nerves of steel.
As in the old days, a Gunfight can be fought "to the first blood" (with stun charges) or "to the death" (with live ammunition), depending on the stakes and the level of animosity. The winner is the one who incapacitates their opponent first.
This spectacle attracts crowds of spectators who are willing to place huge bets. A Gunfight is a way to instantly gain a reputation or lose everything, and sometimes even their lives, in a matter of seconds. On "wild" planets and in free zones, this type of duel often serves as a substitute for formal justice.

1. Zorg juice
   A sweet, bright green alcoholic beverage popular on the frontier worlds. Often served in dingy bars. Quick to hit the head, but leaves an unpleasant aftertaste.
2. Spiral Ell
   A tart, bitter alcoholic beverage common among the Wild Clans and Gunners. Its color changes from orange to blue depending on the temperature, making it popular at gatherings.
3. Nectar of Sephiroth
   An exquisite non-alcoholic beverage produced by the Sphirotans. It has a subtle, refreshing taste and is considered a symbol of status. It is only available on the most prestigious planets and stations.
4. Space Coffee (Kof)
   The main non-alcoholic beverage in the entire Galactic Federation. Strong, invigorating, and widely available. Ranges from cheap instant capsules to elite beans from special planets.
5. Forgotten Water
   A mysterious, rare alcoholic beverage produced by the Underlings from deep-sea sources. It has an earthy, enveloping taste and unusual psychoactive properties. It is considered a delicacy and is often used in rituals or for "deep" negotiations.
6. Terran Wine (Terravin)
   A classic alcoholic beverage, a symbol of Terran culture. It is made from fermented berries and fruits grown on Terra or planets with ideal terrestrial conditions. Terravin comes in countless varieties, from light table wines to aged, collector's vintages. It is valued for its complex taste, aromatic richness, and connection to tradition. It is often served at formal occasions and is considered a sign of good taste.
7. Hyper-Cider
   A fizzy, refreshing soft drink widely available throughout the Federation. Made from concentrated fruit juice and carbonated water, often with the addition of synthetic flavor enhancers. Hyper-Cider is available in thousands of variations, from citrus to berry, and is a favorite beverage for everyday consumption, quenching thirst on any station or ship.

1. Quarkon (Ludo)
   Quarkon is a fast-paced and unpredictable game of chance and strategy, popular in bars across the galaxy. Four players or teams move their "drips" around a spiral board, trying to be the first to reach the central "Hypercore". Movement is determined by the roll of holographic dice. The game is all about skillfully setting up traps for your opponents and using "quark leaps" to shortcut your way. Players can "knock" opponents' drips off the field, sending them back to the start, which often leads to loud arguments and laughter, especially after a few glasses of zorg juice.
2. Star Bluffs (Poker)
   Star Bluffs is the most famous card game in the galaxy, where bluffing and psychology are more important than the cards themselves. It is played everywhere, from luxurious casinos on the central worlds to seedy backwater dens. Players place bets in an attempt to build winning hands from a deck of "Shards", which depicts fragments of ancient star cards. But the main thing is not the cards, but the ability to read the "poker face" of your opponents, create convincing bluffs, and get out of the game in time. At the same table of "Star Bluffs" you can both become a millionaire and lose your starship.
3. The Throne of Worth (chess)
   Throne of Worth is an ancient strategy game highly regarded for its depth and complexity. On a three-dimensional holographic board that simulates a star system, two players command armies of "Assaults," "Guards," and "Scouts," each with unique movement and attack abilities. The objective is to capture the opponent's "Throne of Worth." The game requires utmost concentration, tactical thinking, and the ability to plan ahead. "Worth's Throne" is popular among Galactic Fleet officers, corporate strategists, and intellectuals seeking a serious challenge.

Terrans (Homo Sapiens Terra)

• Planet/ Habitat: The original cradle of humanity is Earth, as well as colony planets that have been carefully terraformed or have conditions that are as close to Earth as possible. These are worlds with moderate climates, rich flora and fauna, and comfortable gravity.
• Features:
• Physiology: The most "standard" human type. Their bodies are perfectly adapted to Earth's conditions, making them resilient in their familiar environment but less adaptable to the extreme conditions of other planets compared to other subspecies. They typically have a balanced physique, without the distinct genetic "specializations" found in colonists.
• Sensory organs: Standard human sensory organs, perfectly balanced for life in Earth's biosphere.
• Culture/Character: Often considered to be the guardians of the original human culture and traditions. They can be both proud and somewhat naive about the dangers of the galaxy. They can range from highly educated individuals from the central worlds to those who cling to ancient customs. They can be both conservative, striving to preserve the "purity" of humanity, and inquisitive explorers.

Sphirothans (Homo Sapiens Superior)

• Planet/ Habitat: Several hidden, high-tech worlds, often located in deep space or well-protected sectors. These planets are home to elite colonies where intensive genetic and technological modification programs have been conducted for millennia.
• Features:
• Physiology: This is the pinnacle of human evolution driven by science. Their physiology has been enhanced at the genetic level, granting them increased endurance, strength, reaction speed, and regenerative abilities. Physically, they may appear "perfect" with symmetrical features and well-developed bodies, but without any obvious mutations. Some may exhibit a subtle glow in their eyes or skin, hinting at their inner energy.
• Senses: Significantly enhanced senses: keen vision (including infrared or ultraviolet), perfect hearing, and increased sensitivity to the environment. Possibly rudimentary telepathic or telekinetic abilities, or enhanced intuition bordering on precognition.
• Culture/Character: Highly intelligent, often arrogant or aloof. They see themselves as the next step in humanity's development and may view other races as "inferior." They value knowledge, efficiency, and improvement. They often hold key positions in science, politics, and corporations, operating from the shadows. Their moral code may differ from the conventional, focusing on the "greater good" for themselves and their own.

Subterraneans (Homo Sapiens Subterra)

• Planet/ Habitat: Planets with harsh surface conditions (toxic atmosphere, strong radiation, extreme cold/heat) that forced humans to live in vast underground cities and cave systems.
• Features:
• Physiology: Pale, light-sensitive skin. Eyes may be larger and more sensitive to low light. Skeleton may be denser and stronger for working in mines and tunnels.
• Sensory organs: Improved hearing and touch, allowing you to navigate in the dark and feel vibrations.
• Culture/Personality: Reserved, claustrophobic in open spaces. Value the safety and stability of their shelters. Often skilled in mining, geology, engineering, and creating enclosed ecosystems. May be conservative and wary of the surface world.

Volcanians (Homo Sapiens Ignis)

• Planet/ Habitat: Planets with high volcanic activity, hot geysers, lava fields, and atmospheres rich in sulfur compounds. Life is concentrated in protected houses or on heat-resistant platforms.
• Features:
• Physiology: High resistance to heat and toxic gases. Possibly thicker skin that can withstand high temperatures. Improved respiratory system that can filter out harmful impurities.
• Sensory organs: Vision adapted to the flickering light of lava and fog.
• Culture/Character: Resilient, hardy, and strong-willed. They are accustomed to constant danger and instability. They are often experts in geothermal energy, rare mineral extraction, and protective structures. They can be hot-tempered but loyal.

Aquarians (Homo Sapiens Unda)

• Planet/ Habitat: Planets with vast oceans, where most of the population lives in underwater cities or on floating platforms, and a significant part of life takes place underwater.
• Features:
• Physiology: Improved respiratory system, possibly the ability to hold their breath for very long periods, or even rudimentary gills (invisible but functional). Denser bones to resist pressure. Enhanced vision in low-light conditions underwater.
• Sensory organs: Improved hearing for underwater orientation, possibly the ability to echolocate.
• Culture/Personality: Calm, fluid, and adaptable. Appreciates the depth and mysteries of the ocean. May be excellent divers, explorers of the deep, and underwater technology specialists. Uncomfortable on land.

Arborists (Homo Sapiens Arboris)

• Planet/ Habitat: Planets covered with dense, often gigantic forests or jungles, where life is primarily found in trees or among dense vegetation.
• Features:
• Physiology: More flexible build, developed arm and leg muscles for climbing and navigating vines. Possibly comprehensible fingers or even slight webbing between them. Skin may have a greenish or brownish tint for camouflage.
• Sensory organs: Excellent eyesight and hearing, capable of detecting the slightest movements and sounds in dense foliage.
• Culture/Character: Harmonious with nature, agile, and silent. Have a deep knowledge of the flora and fauna of their worlds. May be suspicious of technologies that disrupt their habitats.

Asteroidians (Homo Sapiens Vastus)

• Planet/ Habitat: Asteroid colonies, orbital stations, large spaceships, and asteroid belts. Worlds with low or no gravity.
• Features:
• Physiology: Tall, thin, with elongated limbs and a more fragile skeleton due to their constant exposure to microgravity. Their muscles are atrophied compared to "gravity" people, but they have incredible agility and coordination in three-dimensional space.
• Sensory organs: Often have enhanced peripheral vision and hearing to better navigate confined spaces and detect subtle changes in system performance.
• Culture/Personality: Practical, inventive, and self-sufficient. Value freedom and independence. Often excel as engineers, pilots, and navigators. May appear detached and unemotional to planet dwellers.

The Northerners (Homo Sapiens Borealis)

• Planet/ Habitat: Planets located on the far fringes of star systems, receiving little sunlight, or worlds with extremely cold, arctic climates. Life is concentrated in protected houses, underground cities that use geothermal heat, or in nomadic settlements that move across icy wastelands.
• Features:
• Physiology: A robust, stocky build, often with a broad chest and well-developed musculature, which helps to conserve heat and withstand harsh conditions. Denser skin, sometimes with a reddish or bluish tint, and improved blood circulation for resistance to cold temperatures. Hair and eyes may be light-colored, but darker shades are also common.
• Sensory abilities: Enhanced night vision, allowing them to navigate in the polar night or low-light conditions. They may be more resistant to strong winds and cold temperatures.
• Culture/Character: Enduring, resilient, and pragmatic. They value strength, endurance, and mutual assistance within their community. They are often excellent hunters, trackers, and engineers who can handle low temperatures. They may be taciturn and reserved, but they are fiercely loyal to those they consider "their own."

Deserins (Homo Sapiens Aridus)

• Planet/ Habitat: Desert planets with extreme temperatures, limited water resources, and frequent sandstorms.
• Features:
• Physiology: Skin is dense, often dark or reddish, and well-protected from solar radiation and wind. Improved thermoregulation allows them to withstand extreme temperature changes. They may have larger nasal passages for air filtration and moisture conservation.
• Sensory organs: Acute vision that can distinguish objects at long distances in conditions of mirages and dust.
• Culture/Character: Hardy, resilient, and patient. They value water and resources above all else. They often live in tribes or clans, following ancient traditions of survival. They may be suspicious of outsiders.

Nordheim

• Race: Northerners (Homo Sapiens Borealis)
• Natural conditions: A planet almost entirely covered in ice and snow, with harsh blizzards and low temperatures reaching extreme levels. Most of life takes place under the protective houses of cities that use geothermal energy, or in nomadic settlements that travel across the icy wastes on massive all-terrain vehicles. The sky is often cloudy, and auroras illuminate the long nights.
• Similar planets:
• Frosthold: A distant colony known for its icy caves and unique crystalline formations.
• Shiver Prime: A prison planet where low temperatures are part of the prisoner's containment system.
• Whiteguardia: A world entirely covered by relict glaciers that hold ancient secrets.
• Cryos 7: A research station on a planet with an atmosphere of frozen methane.
• Icebreaker World: A planet where the only way to survive is by constantly moving and breaking through the ice.
• The Last Frontier: The farthest explored planet, beyond which lies the unknown cold of space.

Terra (Earth)

• Race: Terrans (Homo Sapiens Terra)
• Natural conditions: Temperate climate with four distinct seasons, abundant fresh and salt water, diverse landscapes (forests, mountains, deserts, oceans), rich and developed biosphere, stable gravity and atmosphere. Considered the cradle of all humanity.
• Similar planets:
• Gaia Prime: A thriving colony with a similar climate, known for its agricultural lands.
• Eden-7: An idyllic planet with lush vegetation and a temperate climate, a popular resort.
• New Earth: One of the first successful terraformed planets, which closely mimics the conditions of Terra.
• Veridia: A garden planet where nature and civilization coexist in harmony.
• Solais: A refuge world where those seeking a peaceful life often find refuge.
• Elysium: A distant colony known for its untouched nature and mild climate.

The Sephiroth Arm System (Main World: Elysium Prime)

• Race: Sphirothans (Homo Sapiens Superior)
• Natural Conditions: Several planets in the system have been carefully terraformed and are fully controlled by the Sephirothans. The climate and biosphere have been artificially optimized to perfection. The cities are high-tech, closed-off utopias hidden from the public eye. The environment is artificial, supporting their genetic superiority.
• Similar Planets/Systems:
• Canopus-Galaxy: A hidden system that houses advanced scientific and genetic centers.
• Arcadia-5: A utopian planet where all aspects of life are strictly controlled.
• New Star: A synthetic world created for genetic experimentation and development.
• Crystal Prime: A planet composed of giant crystals used for data storage and energy by the Sphyrotans.
• Olympus: A hidden world inhabited by the most exceptional Sphyrotans.
• Atlas-7: A world of ancient knowledge and technology with strict access restrictions.

Asteroid Colony "Ark"

• Race: Asteroidians (Homo Sapiens Vastus)
• Natural conditions: Artificially maintained environment inside a giant asteroid. Constant low or zero gravity, closed ecosystems, reliance on resource recycling and solar energy. Externally, a cold vacuum of space and an abundance of ores.
• Similar planets/locations:
• Gilgamesh Quarries: An extensive asteroid complex that serves as a major supplier of metals.
• Xanadu Mines: A hidden mining station deep within an asteroid field.
• Mechanicus Sector 7: A giant space shipyard and repair facility in zero gravity.
• Kepler's Rings: A network of residential and industrial stations in the planet's gas and dust ring.
• Titan's Dump: A vast collection of abandoned ships and stations used as a base for hunters and smugglers.
• Cradle of Zero: An experimental research station orbiting a black hole, completely in zero gravity.

Kadir

• Race: Deserins (Homo Sapiens Aridus)
• Natural conditions: Vast, endless sand dunes. Daytime temperatures reach extreme levels, nighttime temperatures plummet. Constant sandstorms. Water is the greatest value, found deep underground or in rare oases. Fauna and flora are extremely scarce and adapted to drought.
• Similar planets:
• Arrakis-2: A classic desert planet known for its giant sandworms.
• Star Savannah: A semi-desert planet where rare xenoflora and xenofauna survive off underground water sources.
• Maracaibo: A planet completely covered in salt flats and salt lakes.
• Burn: A world that has experienced a climate disaster and has become a scorching desert.
• Dust Devil: A planet with constant tornadoes and dust storms.
• • Umbrox: A cold desert planet where water is in the form of ice beneath the surface

Chthonia (Underworld)

• Race: Subterrans (Homo Sapiens Subterra)
• Natural conditions: Uninhabitable surface (toxic atmosphere, high radiation, extreme temperatures). Life is concentrated in vast, natural and artificially expanded cave systems and underground cities. Underground rivers, lakes and unique bioluminescent ecosystems.
• Similar planets:
• Morlock Mines: An ancient mining planet with kilometers-deep tunnels.
• Gloom-12: A world with a permanently dark sky and harsh surface, where everyone lives underground.
• Bone Caves: A planet with vast limestone caves filled with unique minerals.
• Shadow World: A world that lost its star and descended into eternal darkness, forcing its inhabitants to retreat underground.
• Adron Prime: An industrial world whose surface was destroyed by pollution, forcing its civilization to retreat into the depths.
• Deepsea: An underground world where geothermal activity is the primary source of energy.

Sylvanas

• Race: Arborists (Homo Sapiens Arboris)
• Natural Conditions: A planet almost entirely covered by giant forests and jungles, with some trees reaching kilometer-high heights. High humidity, dense canopy restricting sunlight to lower levels. Diverse and sometimes dangerous flora and fauna. Life is concentrated at high altitudes, among the canopy.
• Similar planets:
• Green Covenant: A planet consisting of vast living forests, where every tree is a mini-ecosystem.
• Corvus Prima: A jungle world with very dense vegetation and aggressive fauna.
• Fern World: A prehistoric planet dominated by giant ferns and mushrooms.
• Echo Wilds: A planet with abnormally loud fauna that lives in dense forests.
• Living Columns: A world where vegetation has formed gigantic vertical structures that serve as shelters.
• Weave: A planet covered in a network of giant vines and climbing plants that form natural "bridges" and "cities".

Neptunea

• Race: Aquarians (Homo Sapiens Unda)
• Natural conditions: An ocean planet with almost no land. Deep, dark waters, huge underwater currents, and volcanic faults at the bottom. Life is concentrated in floating cities or deep-sea bases that can withstand immense pressure. It has its own unique, often bioluminescent, underwater ecosystem.
• Similar planets:
• Abyssal: A world where the ocean is so deep that light never reaches the bottom.
• Deep Ocean 9: A research station on a planet with incredibly high pressure.
• Sunken Paradise: A planet where an ancient civilization sank beneath the waves, leaving behind the ruins of underwater cities.
• Coral Prime: A world where the oceans are teeming with giant coral reefs that form intricate underwater labyrinths.
• Waterworld: A planet plagued by constant storms and tsunamis, where life can only be found in floating fortress cities.
• Blue Giant: A gas giant with vast liquid oceans teeming with strange lifeforms.

Ignis

• Race: Vulcanians (Homo Sapiens Ignis)
• Natural conditions: A planet constantly shaken by tectonic and volcanic activity. Lava flows, toxic gas emissions, and frequent earthquakes. The atmosphere is dense, often red or orange due to the presence of hot gases and ash. Life is concentrated in protected houses or on heat-resistant platforms.
• Similar planets:
• Burned Heart: A planet whose surface is one vast sea of ​​lava.
• Sulfur 3: A world with an atmosphere filled with toxic sulfur compounds and hot acid lakes.
• Dragon's Tooth: A planet with numerous active volcanoes resembling fangs protruding from lava fields.
• Obsidian: A world where the entire surface is covered in volcanic glass.
• The Blazing Abyss: A gas giant whose upper atmosphere is constantly on fire.
• Magma-17: A distant world whose surface temperature is so high that metals flow like water.

1. Anarchists of the Free Zones
   Dispersed groups that oppose any centralized government, including the Galactic Federation. They control "free zones" - sectors or planets where there are no laws other than those they set. They live by the principle of complete anarchy and self-determination.
2. Shadow Paths Syndicate of Smugglers
   A large, well-organized network that deals in the illegal transportation of any goods: from rare resources and banned technologies to living beings. They have agents and secret warehouses all over the galaxy, avoiding the Federation's attention.
3. Omni-Resource Corporation
   One of the largest conglomerates in the galaxy, specializing in the extraction, processing, and trade of rare minerals and energy resources. Their influence is immense, and they own entire mining planets and private armies, often clashing with local governments or other corporations.
4. The Order of the Guardians of Knowledge
   An ancient and mysterious faction dedicated to the search, preservation, and study of lost technologies and knowledge from past civilizations. They often operate in the shadows, avoiding direct contact, but they may offer valuable information or artifacts to those who can interest them.
5. The Golden Cloaks Mercenary Guild
   The largest and most professional mercenary organization in the galaxy. They offer their services to anyone willing to pay, from corporations and governments to criminal lords. Their fighters are well-trained and equipped, but their loyalty is determined solely by the size of their paycheck.

1. Captain Verax
   A veteran of the Galactic Fleet with scars and an old ship. Can offer a mission or information.
2. Slix
   A cunning informant from the Deserters who knows all the rumors, but charges a high price.
3. Dr. Kaela
   A mysterious Spherotan scientist who seeks rare artifacts for his research.
4. Butch "The Hammer"
   A huge and rough bar guard at the border station who is best left alone.
5. Zara
   A young and ambitious rookie hunter trying to prove her worth to the League.
6. Cyber-Jake
   A former Asteroid man, now a cyborg mechanic who can fix anything if asked correctly.
7. Elder Grove
   The wise leader of a Wild Clan from the Sylvan jungle, offering ancient knowledge in exchange for help.
8. Sard
   A ruthless agent of the Shadow Paths Syndicate who can both hire and become a target.
9. Amelia Ray
   Corporate director of Omni-Resource, ready to do anything for the sake of profit.
10. Jet
    The charismatic leader of the Galactic North's Gunmen, always ready for a risky adventure.