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The Selenid System

The Selenid System is the only planetary system known to have intelligent life. It is composed of 10 planets, an asteroid belt and numerous natural satellites and space stations, all of which orbit a G-type main sequence star. While much of the inner system has been explored, the outer system and beyond remain little explored and have only been observed through telescopes and, in some cases, by unmanned probes until recently. The planets are as follows:

• Planet 1: a rocky, barren world, Planet 1 is the smallest planet in the system, but its cratered surface and reddish apeparance make it an attractive destination for exploration.

• Planet 2: permanently covered in thick clouds, Planet 2 has a highly hostile surface, affected by a severe greenhouse effect that makes direct exploration, even by unmanned probes, a risky endeavour.

• Sorana: one of two permanently inhabited planets, Sorana is mostly covered by oceans and is known as the homeworld of the Lyseans and the Caedri, two of the system's sapient species.

• Planet 4: a tidally-locked world, Planet 4 has one side permanently facing the star and the other side permanently facing away from it. While it is not fully habitable, there are some temporary settlements in the strip of twilight between the dayside and the nightside.

• Vesta: the second permanently inhabited planet, Vesta has more landmasses than its sister planet and is known as the homeworld of the Humans, the system's third sapient species.

• Planet 6: the largest planet in the system, Planet 6 is a gas giant known for its colourful bands in its outer atmosphere and prominent storm systems.

• Planet 7: a mid-sized gas giant, Planet 7 has a reddish colour due to its high temperatures.

• Planet 8: the second largest planet in the system, Planet 8 has a blue colour due to its high levels of methane and is also known, much like its larger counterpart, for its storm systems.

• Planet 9: the smallest of the outer giants, Planet 9 has a high concentrations of ammonia, methane and other icy gases in its atmosphere.

• Planet 10: the second smallest planet, Planet 10 is a rocky world perpetually covered in ice, making it a particularly reflective body despite its distance from the star, as well as one of the most intriguing destinations in the system.

Sorana

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Sorana is a vast world graced by boundless seas. teeming with life and long watched over by Austaras and Thesan, its two natural satellites. The quest for the stars has always been set in the minds of its two sapient species: the Lyseans and the Caedri.

The Lyseans are a reptilian species with a tradition of hierarchical and insular societies. The Caedri are a furry, lemur-like species, less militaristic and more technology-focused; they stand out for their use of self-augmentation through technology. Both species came into contact with each other in 579 BFC (1502 CE). The reality that they were not the only sapient species in their world shook both of them and caused breaks in their societies. Many believes that the other species should be wiped out, while others believed that coexistence would be possible. These divisions caused particular strife in Athyria, the Lysean continent, throughout the following century.

Eventually the two species entered a period of open hostility until a cold war came about in 195 BFC (1886 CE), which would last for 58 years until a cooperative period that saw both species work together on missions to Thesan in 126 BFC (1955 CE) and Austaras in 119 BFC (1962 CE), followed by a joint space station in 91 BFC (1990 CE) and permanent off-world colonies in 46 BFC (2035). Probes were sent to Planet 4 in 43 BFC (2038 CE), followed by a manned mission in 15 BFC (2066 CE). These spacefaring efforts led to the first contact between Sorana and Vesta, the homeworld of the Humans, on 1 AFC (2081 CE).

Blocs

Following the first contact with Vesta, countries have divided into two large coalitions:

• Diplomats: led by Siranthirion, they believe that both worlds have much to learn from each other and that there should be greater mutual understanding and cooperation between Sorana and Vesta.

• Militarists: led by Valessia, they believe that humans cannot be fully trusted, and are suspicious and, sometimes, hostile to the idea of greater cooperation between the two inhabited planets.

While both sides disagree often with, they still trust each other more than they trust Vesta, contributing to the cold war between both worlds.

Countries

There are 38 countries in Sorana, listed in the table below. Each country name links to its GIS submission. If your country is located in Sorana but is not yet listed, make sure to complete the Global Information Survey, so that the table can be updated and your country is allowed to participate in international and interplanetary affairs.

Plot Code	Short Country Name	Majority Species	Bloc Membership	Surface Area (km2)
S.01	-	>85% Lysean	-	3,100,999
S.02	-	>85% Lysean	-	4,268,577
S.03	-	>85% Lysean	-	975,811
S.04	-	>85% Lysean	-	3,232,029
S.05	-	>85% Lysean	-	779,867
S.06	Valessia	>85% Lysean	Militarist	3,139,986
S.07	-	>85% Lysean	-	1,961,840
S.08	-	>85% Lysean	-	417,920
S.09	-	>85% Lysean	-	1,696,030
S.10	-	>85% Lysean	-	1,556,869
S.11	-	>85% Lysean	-	1,858,958
S.12	-	>85% Lysean	-	3,530,949
S.13	-	>85% Lysean	-	2,029,183
S.14	-	>85% Lysean	-	773,999
S.15	Nasourna	>85% Lysean	Diplomat	1,745,049
S.16	-	>65% Caedri	-	853,857
S.17	-	>65% Caedri	-	1,392,767
S.18	-	>65% Lysean	-	2,352,582
S.19	-	>65% Lysean	-	183,196
S.20	-	>85% Caedri	-	2,622,692
S.21	-	>85% Caedri	-	863,071
S.22	-	>85% Caedri	-	2,157,059
S.23	-	>85% Caedri	-	2,045,948
S.24	-	>85% Caedri	-	851,300
S.25	-	>85% Caedri	-	533,042
S.26	-	>85% Caedri	-	502,514
S.27	-	>85% Caedri	-	707,637
S.28	-	>85% Caedri	-	3,073,987
S.29	-	>85% Caedri	-	824,130
S.30	-	>85% Caedri	-	1,188,144
S.31	-	>85% Caedri	-	1,199,057
S.32	-	>85% Caedri	-	1,461,012
S.33	Siranthirion	>85% Caedri	Diplomat	1,435,329
S.34	-	>85% Caedri	-	2,098,622
S.35	-	>85% Caedri	-	382,904
S.36	-	>85% Caedri	-	1,179,668
S.37	-	>85% Caedri	-	1,951,627
S.38	-	>85% Caedri	-	369,356

Vesta

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Vesta is the fifth planet and the homeworld of the Humans, a species known for their ingenuity and eagerness to explore the unknown, as well as their considerably shorter lifespans -roughly around 90 years- compared to other species such as the Lyseans, to a lesser extent, the Caedri.

The sole sapient species in their planet, Humans still suffered strife similar to their off-world kin throughout the centuries, including global conflicts in 188 BFC (1893 CE), 120 BFC (1961 CE) and 54 BFC (2017 CE). These wars severely weakened humanity over time and eventually led to the collapse of the old world powers and the emergence of the World Society, a worldwide organisation dedicated to the maintenance of peace and international cooperation.

Infused with a newfound purpose, humanity looked to the stars. The first truly international space station was established in 38 BFC (2043 CE), followed by manned missions to Apollo, the planet's only natural satellite, starting in 24 BFC (2057 CE). In addition, various probes and rovers were dispatched across the system, particularly to Planet 4, as part of Vesta's first serious efforts to establish a permanent presence in other celestial bodies. In 1 AFC (2081 CE), humanity had its first direct contact with its kind from Sorana, opening a new chapter in the history of space exploration and interplanetary relations.

Blocs

Much like the divisions in its sister planet, Vesta is also separated into two sides when it comes to interplanetary relations:

• Diplomats: led by Sartoria, they sometimes sympathise with the Militarists but insist that the best planetary defence is to build enduring ties with Sorana, particularly the Caedri, learning from each other and exploring the cosmos together.

• Militarists: led by Septima, they call for a greater presence in space and strong planetary defences to protect Vesta in any possible conflict with Sorana.

While both sides have their differences, they still tend to work together and see themselves as fellow kin, given that both sides as of the same species.

Countries

There are 54 countries in Vesta, listed in the table below. Each country name links to its GIS submission. If your country is located in Vesta but is not yet listed, make sure to complete the Global Information Survey, so that the table can be updated and your country is allowed to participate in international and interplanetary affairs.

Plot Code	Short Country Name	Majority Species	Bloc Membership	Surface Area (km2)
V.01	-	>90% Human	-	2,956,409
V.02	-	>90% Human	-	979,088
V.03	-	>90% Human	-	1,524,516
V.04	-	>90% Human	-	1,743,568
V.05	-	>90% Human	-	2,126,495
V.06	-	>90% Human	-	2,113,358
V.07	-	>90% Human	-	1,262,245
V.08	-	>90% Human	-	819,172
V.09	-	>90% Human	-	1,794,286
V.10	-	>90% Human	-	2,492,604
V.11	-	>90% Human	-	2,204,418
V.12	-	>90% Human	-	1,783,691
V.13	-	>90% Human	-	2,016,227
V.14	-	>90% Human	-	1,833,490
V.15	-	>90% Human	-	3,961,896
V.16	-	>90% Human	-	3,208,650
V.17	Fornoire	>90% Human	Diplomat	4,806,760
V.18	Septima	>90% Human	Militarist	3,185,083
V.19	-	>90% Human	-	1,780,892
V.20	-	>90% Human	-	4,377,636
V.21	-	>90% Human	-	2,455,169
V.22	-	>90% Human	-	4,096,200
V.23	-	>90% Human	-	2,402,460
V.24	-	>90% Human	-	177,709
V.25	-	>90% Human	-	3,819,400
V.26	-	>90% Human	-	2,031,597
V.27	-	>90% Human	-	1,470,027
V.28	-	>90% Human	-	1,939,389
V.29	-	>90% Human	-	1,013,692
V.30	-	>90% Human	-	1,623,722
V.31	-	>90% Human	-	1,349,390
V.32	-	>90% Human	-	1,424,131
V.33	-	>90% Human	-	3,100,486
V.34	-	>90% Human	-	2,006,095
V.35	-	>90% Human	-	1,869,818
V.36	-	>90% Human	-	2,566,650
V.37	-	>90% Human	-	2,006,677
V.38	-	>90% Human	-	2,552,017
V.39	-	>90% Human	-	1,821,284
V.40	-	>90% Human	-	1,619,108
V.41	-	>90% Human	-	1,616,891
V.42	-	>90% Human	-	1,912,926
V.43	-	>90% Human	-	3,295,956
V.44	-	>90% Human	-	2,211,981
V.45	-	>90% Human	-	973,491
V.46	-	>90% Human	-	1,717,742
V.47	-	>90% Human	-	1,557,096
V.48	-	>90% Human	-	1,451,940
V.49	Sartoria	>90% Human	Diplomat	4,902,216
V.50	-	>90% Human	-	1,693,551
V.51	-	>90% Human	-	530,530
V.52	-	>90% Human	-	656,107
V.53	-	>90% Human	-	1,171,320
V.54	-	>90% Human	-	740,772