Virulian Enclave
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The History Of The Enclave
| Virulian Enclave | |
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| Origin | Planet Malta |
| Alignment | Lawful |
| Profile | |
| Date of founding | Presumably 500 A.S. A.S. |
| Founder(s) | The Seven, an enigmatic group of Outcast salvagers that found the original 'Voice' in deep space |
| Current leader(s) | Patriarch Jeachim with the Virulian Council: Edward Zhane of the Corporis Caste, Arch Bishop Ryodan and Arch Priestess Nashida of the Anmius Caste |
| Base of operations | The Virulian Colony on Planet Gran Canaria, Omega 49 |
| Primary role | |
| Attempting to build a civilization of their own, based on the guidelines off the Creator | |
| Secondary role | |
| To ensure the safety of the Virulian Enclave and of it's allies | |
The Virulian Enclave is a religious sect of sheltered, peaceful individuals. Their faith is led chiefly by the belief that the return of the ‘Creator’ will happen by the end of the millennium. Originally spread by an unidentifiable probe, the word which we now know as the founding principles of the Virulian Enclave was, in fact, the handiwork of a Hunter Directive scout vessel in concert with an unknown race of synthetic organisms. Reprogrammed and imbued with sentience by the synthetics, the probe was sent to its correct location: Sirius. A misunderstanding by the machine led from it being called a “Creation” by the synthetics to the probe associating the race with being the “Creators” of all machines.
Following the discovery of the probe, now in Sirius, by a group of Maltese Outcasts and following the enlightenment of the aforementioned individuals, a second probe emerged. This time, the machine was discovered by a band of Junkers who had not initially realized the importance of the drone. Once the Junkers had made a routine scrap delivery to Valetta Shipyard, the AI was noticed by the Enclave, then settled on Planet Malta deep within the earth and hidden in the Meani desert. The AI and crew were integrated into the Enclave immediately.
For a great while, the Enclave lived in relative peace. Within their ever expanding number of remote strongholds, they expanded upon their science and their faith. Cybernetic enhancements are common among members of the Enclave, as it brings them closer to the Creator by imbuing them with the elements of His creations. Nano technology, specifically the use and control of nanites was also built upon during this time of peace. These were among the probes’ vast library of technological schematics and information, and as the Archdeacons deciphered more of the probes core in cooperation with the AI housed therein, they developed more control over the tiny machines. Using various cybernetic augmentations, the Enclave began to develop the ability to bend clouds of millions of nanites which could be used to make repairs almost instantaneously or could be used to paralyze or otherwise incapacitate an individual by literally covering them in the coercive machines. (See: Codex Entry: 1.1.8 for further information and documented proof)
Of late, however, the Enclave has been thrown into disarray. The Phantom Empire has destroyed all but one of our sanctuaries (See: Codex Entry: 4.2.5 for further information and documentation). A new Patriarch has been chosen to lead his flock to greener pastures and to redeem their recently decimated greatness. By decree of Jechaim and under the pressure of the looming Phantom threat, an Exodus was ordered. Thus the Virulian Enclave is launched into cold space to seek relative safety.
Talks are underway with Zoner officials for asylum and this… This is where the story truly begins.
Historical Addendum, May 3, 820 AS – September 23, 820 AS
The Virulian Enclave now has a home nestled atop a valley among the mountains of Planet Gran Canaria, the Zoner Alliance having voted in favor of granting them safety and allowing the construction of a Temple on their planet. While construction was being finalized, Animus Caste members were sent on assignment by the Council to survey stars and make contact with various groups scattered throughout the Sirius Sector. The group quickly adapted from their previously secluded, exiled nature to one of an outreaching search for friendship.
Seeds were sewn with the Temporary Autonomous Zoners, the Neo-Terran Front, Sentient Machine Alliance, as well as other members of the Zoner community. Trade has blossomed, with the Enclave being the primary importing party to the agreements and it was soon felt that their presence on Gran Canaria was harmless. However to each rose, there is a thorn. Attempted surveys of Gallic House space were often met with violence, or outright destruction of the survey vessel(s). Attempts to communicate with the lawful forces (the hostile party) were met either with silence, or arrogant displays of diplomatic dismissal. The Virulian Council, namely an outspoken Ryodan, declared them enemies of the Faith and Blood, marking them effectively for retribution.
“Blood begets blood,” said the Arch Bishop, “And where words or steel are met with inequality, one must prove the superiority of one’s people.”
Conversely, the recent hostilities between the Zoner people and the Corsair Empire were declared reparable, and during a security conference, the Arch Bishop promised Virulian defense, but would not take part in an open counter-offensive against the Empire. The events spawned a dichotomy within the Zoner community, and the Enclave wishing to remain largely independent from generalized Zoner politics, have severed themselves from the aforementioned. No great outcries have yet been heard, and in fact a new, recent trade agreement between the Temporary Autonomous Zoners and the Virulian Enclave has been struck with a declaration therein to the effect of ‘no hard feelings’.
Temple expansion continues to progress to provide the Enclave with the proper facilities to restore them to full functionality.
There are whispers among the Animus of a project being headed by the Corporis Overlord. Exact details are imprecise, and the divide between the two castes has deepened with distrust at this development.
Animus supply missions have increased to fit the new demand for materials needed for Temple expansion. Operations continue across the Sector. We watch. We learn. We prosper.
The Animus
The Animus caste is the oldest among the Enclave and certainly the largest within the Faith. They are the teachers and the students, the hand of the Creator and the very soul of the Enclave. They have existed since our foundation: ever since our contact with the First Voice. They began, or rather we began, as a small people. They were shunned by the Outcast population, who largely followed the old Sol religion of Christianity, and our predecessors fled into the Maltese desert of Meani with their idol, their followers, and their Faith. Quickly enough they discovered that the dry desert air, hundreds of miles from the nearest plant growth, was choked of the life-giving allergens which fueled the addictions of the Outcasts civilization. It was here that they first used the knowledge within the First Voice to cure themselves of addiction. (See: The Science of Nanites)
Years later, the Enclave still uses this technology for their nearly every day applications. The high members of the Animus caste are responsible for the ritual ‘Transformations’, during which a member of the Enclave is either cured of the Cardamine addiction, or otherwise cybernetically altered; or both. The rituals are highly sanctified, as they bring the Altered closer to the Creator.
The Corporis
Since the founding of the Enclave, the Virulian Council has needed a defensive force to counteract assaults on the Faith and its followers. It began, at first, with a Council mandate requiring new followers to receive some martial training prior to indoctrination; a mark of hesitance by the peaceful Council. They where charged with security on and around bases and outposts, charged with defense of their transports from boarding parties and raiders. To ease the complexity of indoctrination, the responsibility of the security of the Enclave was later transferred to a brand new caste of the Enclave. Ironically, the newly formed Corporis caste had no political power among their people, as they held no seat in the Council, yet they held the very safety of the entire Virulian Faith in their hands.
However, this second-class status could only last for so long. With the destruction of all but one of the Enclaves bases and with the Exodus from Outcast controlled space, newly appointed Patriarch Jechaims first decree made the Corporis caste an essential part of the leadership by allowing the Corporis Overlord a seat on the Council.
The seat was to be filled by the former security Commander Edward Zhane who, following instatement to the Council now bore the title Overlord Zhane. Laden with an honor which only the Animus could previously hold, Zhane, a former Xeno Terrorist turned Independent Pirate, had joined the Enclave out of fear for his own death. He had, in a short number of years, proven himself to the Council and gained in rank within the Corporis caste. His devotion to the Enclave Faith was both admirable and stunning and was only surpassed by that of the Archpriests and deacons.
Once the Zoners had granted the Enclave asylum, the Council decided upon synthesizing a ship capable of containing the Virulian Council and a large population of the Enclave. The ship was named after the newest revelation of the Enclave: Exodus; and on board the First Voice was placed as its essence. A crew was chosen by Zhane to accompany himself and the First Voice in their duties.
With the admittance of the Corporis caste into the Council, it was decided that an equal number of votes within the Council body will be equally distributed between the castes. Two seats to the Animus and two seats to the Corporis were to be given. Among the Animus caste, one Arch Deacon and one Arch Priest were to sit at the Council. The Exodus had Zhane and the second seat was yet to be decided.
- The Corporis caste is synonymous with the Exodus (Or Enclave) Defense Force; however the latter is used when speaking to outsiders who may otherwise not know the implications of the word Corporis.
Ships And Equipment
Usable Equipment
Civilian
Zoner
CODENAME Weaponry - Requires permission from either the Overlord or a Prime
Usable Ships
Light Fighters
All civilian crafts (Preferably the Borderworld series ships)
Heavy Fighters
All civilian crafts (Preferably the Borderworld series ships)
Very Heavy Fighters
All civilian crafts (Preferably the Borderworld series ships)
Super Heavy Fighters
AI Drone, Spatial
Bombers
Freighters
Gunships
Conference Gunship - Command will be given based on individual merit.
Tridente Gunship - Used by the elites of the EDF.
Cruisers
AI Cruiser – No more than three are to ever be fielded at once, and never in disproportion to Enclave support craft if headed into a fight.
Battleships
The Exodus was the only Battleship class vessel in use by the Enclave, how ever, this vessel have now been decommissioned and is currently residing on Gran Canaria, in use as a base for the Corporis caste.
Our Goals
¶ The Enclave requires resources in order to re-build. Therefore the Animus shall trade across Sirius, gathering supplies such as:
Quantum Multiplexors
Robotic Components
Ship Hull panels
Mining machinery (once settled)
Counterfit Software
Optical Chips
Optronics
Bio-Neural Processors
¶ The Animus caste is to bring the word of the Enclave to all those that wish to hear it. This involves diplomatic missions to friendly and neutral parties.
¶ Be present and active throughout Sirius.
¶ Investigate the Gallic systems for integration into Enclave databases.
¶ Continue survey of all star systems around Sirius. Access to systems controlled by un-analyzed biological life forms classified: Nomads – Is restricted.
¶ Talk, listen and find out about potential trading partners.
¶ To protect all Zoner and Enclave vessels from harm
¶ To escort enclave transports carrying materials for the Enclave
¶ To Patrol Enclave ZOI
¶ Answer any questions neutral factions would have about the Enclave
Zone Of Interests
Bretonian space is currently an unspecified flight zone. Various hostilities have bubbled and died, however the exact volatility of the region remains in question. Travel as you like given previously amiable relations, but proceed with caution.
Tau and Omega space is an authorized flight zone as decreed by the Virulian Council. No single party owns these areas of space and is generally a frontier for free passage.
Limited access to Liberty space is authorized for Animus Caste members for diplomatic relations and is often where new members of the Enclave begin their pilgrimage. Corporis presence should be kept at a minimum in Liberty space.
Gallic space is a limited flight zone as decreed by the Virulian Council. Gallic lawfuls have proven unworthy of our respect through various unprovoked attacks and inappropriate diplomatic rebuttals. The Creator wishes them bled dry so long as His blood is not spilled while doing it. Smite them cautiously or not at all.
General access to the Omicron systems is authorized given Outcast and Zoner relations, however systems with temporary Corsair presence should be avoided. Omicron Gamma is restricted unless unavoidable (i.e. Traveling from Theta to Delta).
Diplomacy
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| Everyone Else |
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| Gallic Royal Navy |
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| The Phantoms |
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Members
VE|AC-Vitiosus - Serpentis
VE|EDF-Fatum - Serpentis
VE|Legion - Serpentis
VE|AC-Terra - Magoo!
VE|AC-Absolution - Magoo!
VE|AC-Sempiterna - Magoo!
VE|AC-Oculus - Magoo!
VE|EDF-Proeliator - Magoo!
VE|EDF-Balthazar - Evangelist
VE|AC-Hephaestus - exlibrismortis
VE|AC-Eternity - Pilgrim
VE|AC-Immortality - Pilgrim
VE|AC-Navitas - Soul Reaper (On leave)
VE|EDF-Aequitas - Valen
VE|EDF-Memoria - Cleric
VE|AC-Gladius - ~111~
VE|AC-HA-R'1-cy-rep- - ~111~
VE|AC-Exercitus - ~111~
VE|EDF-Inuctum - Dr.Donut
VE|AC-Sacramentum - Dreor
Shared
The following will be created eventually
VE|-Legion.1
VE|-Legion.2
VE|-Legion.3
VE|-Legion.4
VE|-Legion.5
Important Links
Sirius Neural Net News Service report on the Enclave
Virulian Back story and in-depth information
The Sermons of Arch Bishop Ryodan
