[quote=@Arawak]
When you say realistic 20-21st century, does this mean the aliens need to be reflective of modern social issues in regards to what sort of cultures and forms they can take?  Can aliens have a very distinct tech base from the Llvyr Empire or must all the tech be similar regardless of home world origin?

And also, do all species have to have a history with the Llvyr Empire as clients/former clients or can you have things that developed outside their whole continuity?  The need to be part of the UA seems to imply the former and I am not 100% certain on what players can be in this RP.


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Fair points all sir. When I say 20th-21st century issues I mean to say that conflict in the RP narrative will most likely draw inspiration from contemporary issues in that those are the things I am most familiar with. You need not craft a pseudo-nation based on a modern nation state-be creative as you wish. As for technology, I am considering this RP 'open source' in that anyone may add history/technology/context to the lore and canon as long as it fits the overall feeling of the roleplay. Must you acknowledge the existence of the Llyr Empire? Yep. Did a psychotic transhumanist movement lead to the downfall of said empire? You have to take that into account as well. I hope the setting I've imagined will give everyone the best possible background for whatever they choose to play. I am flexible in those regards as well.

While the technology of Llyr is a basis and guidepost for player nations, you need not restrict yourself to it either. Any interpretation of the mentioned techs (i.e. gene-manipulation, cybernetics, etc.) is welcome. I actually prefer that players come up with super-controversial technologies/social constructs etc. as that will provide some roleplaying opportunities. I would also prefer that players create nations in broad strokes in the initial nation sheets and fill in details as the game progresses. Right now, I am simply gauging interest for this sort of RP-I know that their are some seriously creative minds bouncing around these forums and I look forward to writing some really cool stuff with people. Hope this helps [@Arawak]