Amongst the Cold Stars(FT Nation OOC)

[The United Remnants of America]

Why isn't 12 star systems reasonable?

This may be the first time someone actually has wanted to have a low number of systems, which I am fine with. The issue is your population, I understand you a bug hivemind and having a large population makes sense, but you still have to but all those bugs somewhere and 12 systemes doesn't seem like enough to support 1 trillion of anything for a very long time. But if you want to RP that, I suppose its accepted.
The number of systems doesn't matter because a star system is a big place. And one trillion things can easily be put in twelve of them among planets, desolate moons, and massive fleets of ships. And in a setting like space, territory doesn't mean much. It's just a concept. Because you can't really secure a region of space like you can secure a region of planet.

You'd have to keep in mind. That's just where people would mark their territory, somewhere you'd walk into with a 100% expectation of seeing them. They would go outside that area in search of food. That's what makes them a fun antagonist, because they're actively finding colonies and ships of others and grabbing them and capturing the people there to eat them and they don't do it out of malice or for power, but just so they can survive as a species. They're basically neutral-evil, because they're always there, but they just want to eat.

The thing is, if a sizable enough civilization knows the rough schedule of when the Vresh would swing by to round up food, and they know about how many people the Vresh usually take, they could get out of it by just sending out a shipload of criminals, malcontents, sick, and wounded every time and be fine. And think, if that civilization is ever attacked and subjugated, they could just not tell the oppressors about that, then they have a fun distraction weapon as the Vresh set upon the planet like locust.

[Dansha]

Do they eat other things apart from people?

[The United Remnants of America]

Do they eat other things apart from people?

Yes. They can eat any form of biological matter, but fauna is easier to use than flora, and bigger fauna usually have more mass, so they're the bigger targets. They tend to ignore small bugs and trees and weeds because they're not worth the energy of grabbing and converting into biomass.

[Nazeroth]

anyone want to interact with WIL-CO?

it can be anything, conflict, diplomacy whatever.

[Dansha]

Ithalian, noticed that the WIL-CO link on the first page leads to the app for the Vresh.

[Ithalian Empire]

Ithalian, noticed that the WIL-CO link on the first page leads to the app for the Vresh.

Thanks for catching that.

Also, where do the Vresh and WIL-CO want to be located?

[Dansha]

The Uesugi aren't on the map as well.

Also, wow, it seems I low balled my population numbers now that I've noticed that WIL-CO have 200 billion people compared to my 25 billion.

[Ithalian Empire]

The Uesugi aren't on the map as well.

I'll just put all the accepted people somewhere for the time being.

[Newne Carriebean7]

The Uesugi aren't on the map as well.

Ithalian Empire,put me near the area of the Long Bar, sort of elongatedly eastwards on that area, I'm sorry I never specified.

[Dansha]

Hm, considering the fact that the Solar Union's probable first contact was the UAR and their proximity, I imagine that the Union is within the UAR's sphere of influence.

[Ithalian Empire]

Hm, considering the fact that the Solar Union's probable first contact was the UAR and their proximity, I imagine that the Union is within the UAR's sphere of influence.

That would be correct. I'll make a map for the Great Powers spheres of influence at some point.

[Ithalian Empire]

Update: Map has been updated and the roster as well. Since the app for the Thousand Star Union hasn't been worked on for nearly a week there reservation is canceled meaning there is room for one more Human nation.

Also, a new rule, reservation will last for a week.

[The United Remnants of America]

Ithalian, noticed that the WIL-CO link on the first page leads to the app for the Vresh.

Thanks for catching that.

Also, where do the Vresh and WIL-CO want to be located?

Where I'm currently at is fine.

I'm just wondering if my space could be larger?

The Vresh only live in 12 systems, but think, there's probably a whole region of space around them that would be rendered uninhabited after centuries of them devouring everything in their path, so most of that territory would be kind of like a dead zone.

[Ithalian Empire]

Thanks for catching that.

Also, where do the Vresh and WIL-CO want to be located?

Where I'm currently at is fine.

I'm just wondering if my space could be larger?

The Vresh only live in 12 systems, but think, there's probably a whole region of space around them that would be rendered uninhabited after centuries of them devouring everything in their path, so most of that territory would be kind of like a dead zone.

I was thinking off adding some sort of dead zone, but I didn't. Since you're suggesting it, I will.

[The United Remnants of America]

Where I'm currently at is fine.

I'm just wondering if my space could be larger?

The Vresh only live in 12 systems, but think, there's probably a whole region of space around them that would be rendered uninhabited after centuries of them devouring everything in their path, so most of that territory would be kind of like a dead zone.

I was thinking off adding some sort of dead zone, but I didn't. Since you're suggesting it, I will.

Yeah. And within that zone the systems would be spread out so they're not clustered together.

Sounds good, thanks. I'll get a post up eventually, sooner rather than later, hopefully.

[Nazeroth]

Ithalian, noticed that the WIL-CO link on the first page leads to the app for the Vresh.

Thanks for catching that.

Also, where do the Vresh and WIL-CO want to be located?

you can put me anywhere.

[Ithalian Empire]

Thanks for catching that.

Also, where do the Vresh and WIL-CO want to be located?

you can put me anywhere.

Already did. Your between Yamtia and The Republic of Mankind

[Nazeroth]

you can put me anywhere.

Already did. Your between Yamtia and The Republic of Mankind

dope

[Separatist Remnants]

Why isn't 12 star systems reasonable?

This may be the first time someone actually has wanted to have a low number of systems, which I am fine with. The issue is your population, I understand you a bug hivemind and having a large population makes sense, but you still have to but all those bugs somewhere and 12 systemes doesn't seem like enough to support 1 trillion of anything for a very long time. But if you want to RP that, I suppose its accepted.

Snip

Denied, did you even read the OP? 3 trillion population? Come on man, I even told you what the population limit was right in the app.

SNIP

Accepted.

I did, as a matter of fact, but I must have confused the numbers. I actually wrote it at 3 in the morning, so my mind was probably boggled. Sorry about that. It's edited, so may I be accepted?

[Ava Ire]

Nation App

NS Name: Ava Ire
Nation Name: The Federation of United Systems
Government Type: Federal non-partisan republic
Description of Government: The United Systems is a federation of semi-sovereign planets that were once under the rule of the Holy Empire. The republic is led by a Chancellor, who acts as both head of state and head of government. The legislature, Planetary Congress, is made up of representatives of each System. A permanently inhabited planet is allowed four voting representatives in Congress. Colonies are guaranteed representatives, however the number of colonial representatives depends on the population of said colony, and as of now they are granted observational non-voting rights.
Capital Yesthel System, Planet Ramoo
History

In the year 1455 A.E., in the face of rising dissent, planet Ramoo and the Outer Colonies declared their independence from the Holy Empire of the Doulas. In defiance of the totalitarian, draconian government that denied them civil and political freedoms as "subjects" for centuries, they established a charter that proclaimed them to be free beings, and had a right to self-determination. The rebellious colonies established the Federation of United Systems, the first form of democratic government that the Doulas race had seen in over a thousand years. Enraged by this act of treason, Enda, Homeworld of the Holy Empire, swiftly attempted to corral these planets back under their governance, first by brute force. With the help of alien allies, the United Systems was able to hold it's own against the Holy Empire, though the war for independence would last for a decade, and cost millions of lives.

Weary from war, the Holy Empire eventually realized that it had underestimated it's own colonies. Sorely won, peace was finally brokered between the United Systems and the Holy Empire. Though this would not end the conflicts between the two nations, the United Systems could finally rest assured that it had secured a place among the stars. Now truly free, the Federation of United Systems declared all intelligent beings to be equal, and allowed it's citizens to worship however they pleased. The founding members of government pledged to protect the interests and freedoms of their people, and championed the power of the individual. Over the next two centuries, the United Systems continued to grow and expand, and eventually surpassed their former colonizers in power and influence.

Today, the Federation of United Systems has found itself in the position of a regional power. A democratic, liberalized nation, they are still at odds with the Holy Empire, with whom relations haven't much improved since the end of their war for independence. Chancellor Kyra Dorofraiin II has begun to introduce new and ambitious foreign policies, in the hopes to thaw the chilly, bitter relationship with Enda. In addition to seeking out new peace with the Holy Empire, the United Systems hopes to expand their empire and cement themselves as a superpower.

Nation Type: Regional Power
Tech Level: Level 8
Number of Systems: 276
Population: 331 billion
Species: Doulas, hundreds of other species

---

Economic Theory: Mixed-market economy; Combination of capitalist and socialist policies
Economic Strength: The economy of the United Systems seems stable, and has seen increasing prosperity and strength
Manufacturing Strength: Already a hub of manufacturing prior to independence, the United Systems has a strong manufacturing industry
Agricultural Strength: Given that many planets in the United Systems are not yet terraformed, agriculture seems to be lacking in comparison to other, more established nations

---

Military Population: 1,943,777,436
Branches
-United Star Force
-United Systems Planetary Forces
-United Systems Droid Corp

Average Infantry: A Doulas soldier, equipped with a standard Bodily Protection and Enhancement Suit (BPES)
Standard weapons: A typical United Systems soldier will use a nano suit. This technology was perfected in the Holy Empire, and its use has become common in the United Systems as well. The nano suit controls thousands of minuscule, nigh-invisible nanobots that almost entirely surrounds a soldier. These nanobots can act as a shield, a weapon, and a tool for the soldier, and can be moved around on command. They are capable of firing beams of ion or plasma energy, which act as weapons in combat.
Common Ground Fighting Vehicles:
Common ground vehicle, H15-Summit. "Ground" vehicles in the United Systems usually are capable of sustained flight, to allow the vehicles to maneuver in all terrain and climate types. Vehicles such as the H15-Summit are commonly used by the United Systems Planetary Forces.

Ship Classes: There are a wide range of space vessels in the United Systems:

Light Class: Z-Class Fighter
Fighter vessels in the United Systems are usually very agile, quick, and small. Equipped with the most modern of technologies, Z-Class fighters make up a good portion of the United Systems Armed Forces.

Heavy Class: Daunt Ship
Generally regarded to be an improvement on the Holy Empire's old Fright Ships, Daunt Ships are powerful, mountainous, and durable vessels that are in standard use across the United Systems. These behemoth vessels are capable of warp travel, and are used as both bombers and transport vehicles.

Weapons Type(energy, rail, missle?): The United Systems uses energy as their main weapon sources, however rail technology is sometimes used.

---

Species App

Species Name: Doulas
Species Appearance: The Doulas appear similar to humans in physical structure. Their skin tones range from chalky at the lightest, grey in mid tones, and almost black at the darkest. Their hair is almost always straight and black. Were a Doulas to smile at you, you'd notice that their teeth end in needle-sharp points. This is due to their carnivorous evolutionary origin.
Height/Weight: The average height of a Doulas is 5'5, with mild sexual dimorphism. Males are usually a bit taller than the females of the species.
Lifespan A Doulas will live, on average, for around 140-180 years. This varies by planet.
Tech Level: 9
Average Psionics Rating: 3
Biological Information: The Doulas have strong yet lightweight bones and powerful, flexible muscles to enable them to run at long durations. They are able to endure arid climates and long periods of drought and starvation, as they store reservoirs of fatty tissue in a sac-like organ, which is concealed in their body. They operate like a camel's hump, able to metabolize the fat stored in the sac. When metabolized, they yield more than one gram of water for every gram of fat processed. Their blood cells are also oval in shape, so that they won't rupture when drinking large amounts of water. Doulas are technically omnivorous, however the majority of their diet consists of flesh.
Culture: The culture of the Doulas people is generally rooted in conservative ideals, however this varies across each nation of Doulas. The United Systems highly values freedom of religion, individual rights and independence, and a strong sense of moral and social justice. More religious nations on the other hand, such as the Holy Empire, are extremely traditional and zealous, to the point of viewing outsiders as somewhat backwards and immoral. However, each of the Doulas nations share a common heritage, and thus there are traces of the original culture of Enda, the Doulas Homeworld, in almost all Doulas societies. Even in their democratic systems, many Doulas prefer a very strong central government that enforces and supports their ideals and lifestyles, even if that only includes one set of beliefs.
Other information N/A

[Ithalian Empire]

SNIP

Accepted, where would you like to be on the map?

SNIP

Accepted.

[Ironsbad]

I lost my app so I don't mind being a minor power.

[Greater Aterria]

This is taking me forever, but I will get an app up.

[Ava Ire]

SNIP

Accepted, where would you like to be on the map?

Anywhere within this pink border.

[Ithalian Empire]

Accepted, where would you like to be on the map?

Anywhere within this pink border.

Alrighty, map will be updated later today.