[center][IMG]http://i57.tinypic.com/f41oax.jpg[/IMG] [u][b]The Harlaci Imperium[/b][/u] [i]For Honor, Duty, and Glory.[/i][/center] [b]Form of Government[/b]: Empire influenced by Meritocracy [b]Head of Nation[/b]: Emperor Victus Thralgaren [b]National Anthem[/b]: [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiNyQD5Yq3E][i]Kazukhan[/i][/url] [b]Home System[/b]: Krieg System [b]Home Planet[/b]: Tyr'grande [b]Capital City[/b]: Iagos [b]Imperium Population[/b]: 90% Harlacians, 4% Hannosai, 5.9% Dregorans, 0.1% Provians [hr] [b]Dominant Species[/b]: [i]Harlacs[/i] [i]Demonym[/i]: Harlacian, Harlaci, Harlac, Harlacon. [hider=Appearance][center][IMG]http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2012/271/3/3/alien_species_concept_final_by_zachsmithson-d5g75og.jpg[/IMG][/center][/hider] A land based species native to the lands of Tyr'grande. Harlacians are almost human in appearance and anatomy. Their taller heights, elongated ears, natural muscular physique, bone appendages, and grotesque skins, are the features that differentiates them from Humans. Their skin are greyish in color and doesn't cover the entirety of their bodies, leaving gaps and crevices that exposes their muscles. Though it might appear painful, these parts are actually covered by a very thin layer of keratin which gives minimal protection to the muscles against dust or other particles. The bone appendages form mostly around their chest area, arms, and legs, giving them natural body protection but slower movements. Unlike other species, Harlacians look after their own race more than anything else. They seek improvement in life not for personal reasons, but for their race as a whole. They are extremely territorial, especially when it comes to personal space. They are peaceful by nature, but sees conflict as a venue for testing might and honor. Through several generations, the Harlacians developed a strong sense of social servitude and discipline. They also have a strong sense of loyalty, making them bound on whatever cause they follow. They are known for their exceptional skill with range weaponry, which was honed from slingshots to gauss rifles. An average Harlacian lifespan reaches from 250 - 300 years, making the enforcement of population control essential in the Imperium. [center][+]============[+][/center] [b]Sub-Species[/b]: [i]Hannost[/i] [i]Demonym[/i]: Hannost, Hannoth, Hannosti, Hannosai. [hider=Appearance][center][IMG]http://th01.deviantart.net/fs70/PRE/f/2012/200/1/8/cdw_warmup_3_by_benmauro-d57wb0g.jpg[/IMG][/center][/hider] Originally from an uncharted part of the galaxy, this species found refuge on the deep oceans of Tyr'grande, and paved way for the further advancement of the Harlacs. They are tall, blue skinned aliens that has a set of black colored eyes that can see color in the ultraviolet spectrum. Much like the Harlacians, they are also bipedal and have two sets of limbs (arms and legs). They have a unique regenerative body that could make them regrow dismembered limbs and age almost indefinitely. The Hannost's full control over their bodies allows them to end their lives at will. They are highly intellectual and calm in nature. The Hannost were given the position of enriching the society of the Imperium, making most of the scholars, scientists, and traders of Hannost descent. The Hannost population mostly reside under the underwater depths of Imperium controlled planets, while maintaining an small overall population. After the founding of the Harlaci Imperium, almost every Hannost records and data was lost, ridding any trace of Hannost history. They are very secretive when it comes to the history of their race, that only the line of Emperors and Hannost Elders are knowledgeable about the topic. Several technologies have been passed on to the Harlaci, though most of it are just a fraction of the technology the Hannost have attained. --- [i]Dregoran[/i] [i]Demonym[/i]: Dregoric, Dregorian, Dregon Dregorans are an amphibious reptile race with massive body structures that conducts electricity much like an eel. They were a non-spacefaring race that was rescued by the Hannost from their dying homeworld, before they settled in Tyr'grande. Dregorans were effectively absorbed within Hannost society and were treated as an equal. From that point on they owed their lives to the Hannost, and served as their military representatives. Dregorans on their own could not support their body in land due to their massive size, which is why when they are deployed on land, they wear power armors made by the Hannost. Dregoran armors appears different from each one, as each armor is ornamented with mementos or personal trinkets gained from battles they've taken part of. Usual armaments given to the Dregorans are energy weapons, since their electrical body further amplifies the firepower of their equipment. An average lifespan of a Dregoran last up to 60 years. [hr] [b]Persons of Importance[/b]: Emperor Victus Thralgaren Military Triach Economy Triach Cultural Triach [hr] [b]Imperium Technology[/b]: [hider=Imperium Records #382: Technology list] WIP [b]Mass Cloning Capabilities[/b] - The Hannost are well known for their mastery with handling biological matters, giving them the capability of creating, altering or copying a lifeform if given the opportunity to do so. Due to the undisturbed prosperity under the depths of Tyr'grande, the Hannost were able to make a scientific breakthrough, and create a mass cloning process which preserves the genes of the template even after strenuous use, without depleting the quality of the clone. [b]Hannosai Cloaking[/b] - Hannosai cloaking devices generated cloaking fields that completely absorbs all incoming sensor scans while shielding the host ship's emissions and reflected energy, thus rendering the ship invisible to both sensors and the naked eye. Panels used to apply cloaking on ships are resistant enough to maintain the field even after collision with space debris. [b]Mind Transfer[/b] - [b]Graviton Weaponry[/b] [b]Graviton Shielding/Plating[/b] [b]Magnetohydrodynamic Weaponry[/b] - A weapon which ejects a stream of molten metal at a fraction of the speed of light. Commonly used metals for the weapon are Palladium, Copper, Uranium, Iron, and Chromium. [b]Biomatter Replicator[/b] [b]Basic Nanotech[/b] [b]Drive Gates[/b] [/hider] [b]Economic Overview[/b]: [hider=Industry, Trade practices, Employment, Currency] [center][IMG]http://i39.tinypic.com/15qx8wp.jpg[/IMG][/center] WIP Private militaries are sanctioned by the government due to several resource-rich planets containing hostile lifeforms. While those planets remain property of the Imperium, they allow corporations to harvest the resources; provided they can fend off the local fauna. [/hider] [b]Cultural Overview[/b] [hider=Language, Religion, Moral Values, Traditions] [center][IMG]http://th01.deviantart.net/fs31/PRE/f/2008/186/a/b/Orbit___Redux_by_ANTIFAN_REAL.jpg[/IMG][/center] [b]Language[/b]: Harlacians, Dregorans, and Hannosti in the present day Imperium use the language called [i]Hatrachon[/i] for communication. Hatrachon was originally the language written and spoken by the Hannost, until it was taught to the primitive Harlacians. To learn Hatrachon, one must be aware of the proper intonations on similar words or the tenses, which sound almost the same to alien hearing. In time, Hatrachon became more complex as influences from foreign languages (Dregoran Taidaro) became part of the system. [center][+]============[+][/center] [b]Culture and Society[/b]: In Harlacian culture, social norms and values are heavily influenced by the current status of the Imperium, as in Harlacian belief, norms and values should adapt to the collective status of all members of the society. One example of this would be the perception of sexuality in the Imperium. In the early history of the Harlacians, sexuality was looked upon with disgust and malice, but in the present day, sexuality is considered a form of art and even as an industry that is in competition with other businesses in the Imperium. Health services and education are free in the Imperium as by the belief of the government, a healthy and educated society is a functional society. Entertainment often tackles subjects of sexuality, romance, science, and patriotism. Media in the Imperium can be considered a minor power in the nation, due to their several exemptions from law under the premise of bringing quality content to the citizenry. In reality, Media is manipulated by the Cultural Triach not to bring bad reputation to the Emperor or the Triumvirate, but other than those subjects, every content produced are unfiltered and real. By traditional practice, citizens serve in the military as a societal duty. Due to the tradition being a national asset, a law was made to protect the interests of the citizens and the government. The law stated 20 to 50 years of servitude in the military for every Imperium citizen; with financial benefits included. The law was flexible in a sense since in rare cases, those who wished not to serve are given permission, in exchange for their service to the government through other means. Those who wanted to serve the military as a profession are given higher recognition in the society, better civil benefits, and were regarded as the [i]Vanguards[/i] of the Imperium. Harlacian culture demands the duty and full dedication of every Harlaci to the Imperium. The [i]Vizar Dräcta[/i] or "Emperor's Call" was formed around this belief, as a directive by the government when national integrity is at risk. All Harlacians are bound to this order whether they are old or young, when the Emperor calls; all Harlacians must answer. In the entire Imperial history, this call of power was only used twice, and in both times, no Harlacian ignored the calling. The overall perception of morality in the Harlaci imperium has changed through time, along with their appearances. They tend to bend whats acceptable to the society if they see it beneficial in their existence. They always seek whats the best for their nation as a whole, and always see alien ideology or culture as a threat to what they believe in. Although they can respect other's beliefs, they don't want other species shoving it to their faces. Imperium citizens usually see treaties, agreements, pacts, oaths, and contracts as a symbol of trust. A Harlacian or Hannost that breaks a symbol of trust are known to be thrown as outcasts in the society, and called [i]Magno Kai[/i] meaning "Oathbreakers" in Hatrachon. To gain back their reputation in the society, a [i]Magno Kai [/i]must fulfill three oaths, one for the government and two for the society. Due to this practice, most Magno Kai's become mercenaries that fulfills the request of their clients, then eventually joining up with the military, to fulfill an oath from the government. [center][img]http://i.imgur.com/Co6QRAE.jpg[/img][/center] [b]Religion[/b]: The Harlacs in their early days worshiped the being called [i]Sy'keth[/i], the keeper of Tyr'grande and savior or the Harlaci. Sy'keth is a massive serpentine creature that lives on the ocean depths of Tyr'grande; which according to legend, hunted the Harlaci-preying [url=http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2013/216/f/3/groundshaker_sliver_by_chasestone-d6glzsk.jpg]Ugarak[/url] from their coastal habitats. From that legend a religion formed on worshiping Sy'Keth, and was known as [i]Syhaktra[/i]. Worship of Sy'keth reached its peak when the existence of the serpentine creature was confirmed by scientists who were mapping the underwater tunnels of the planet. Sy'keth remained apathetic to the Imperium's presence underwater, while remaining hostile to aquatic wildlife. Since the discovery, festivities were held by the shoreline; along with plays imitating the hunt of Sy'keth. From time to time, Sy'keth would momentarily emerge from the watery depths during the celebration. [/hider] [b]Military Overview[/b]: [hider= Imperium Records #66 Military Divisions] [center][IMG]http://th01.deviantart.net/fs70/PRE/f/2012/297/1/b/me3_the_turian_fleet_by_chicksaw2002-d5is9jz.jpg[/IMG] [i]War does not determine who is right, only who is left - Bertrand Russell[/i][/center] Through centuries of isolation from the rest of the galaxy, the Harlaci Imperium focused on heavily improving their military, making it a force to be reckoned with. The command over the military is divided between the Emperor and the Military Triach. During peacetime, command is evenly shared between the Emperor and the Triach, but during war, the Triach gains full command over the entire military branch, except for the Royal Army and Fleet. [b]Harlacian Galactic Forces[/b]: [hider=Harlacian Galactic Legion (HGL)] [center][IMG]http://i61.tinypic.com/122zsw3.jpg[/IMG] [i]"For the glory of the Imperium"[/i] [IMG]http://i39.tinypic.com/nno66o.jpg[/IMG] Argent Blade (Special operations force) [IMG]http://i59.tinypic.com/k9jmew.jpg[/IMG] Imperial Centurion (Commanding Officers) [IMG]http://i40.tinypic.com/15ciw6r.jpg[/IMG] Imperial Tech Commando [IMG]http://i43.tinypic.com/2rwmiv7.jpg[/IMG] Imperial Legionnaire [IMG]http://i43.tinypic.com/o7vuya.jpg[/IMG] Imperial Guardsmen [IMG]http://i42.tinypic.com/mwcv9c.jpg[/IMG] Imperial Sentinel [IMG]http://th06.deviantart.net/fs70/PRE/i/2014/115/7/9/future_warfare_by_bailknight-d7fmc6d.jpg[/IMG] Imperial Triarion [/center] [hr] [center] [b]Armor Division[/b] [IMG]http://i43.tinypic.com/kclaxk.jpg[/IMG] Harlaci Colossus Mech [IMG]http://th08.deviantart.net/fs70/PRE/f/2011/308/8/7/uef_acu_epic_render_by_avitus12-d4f1fss.jpg[/IMG] Harlaci Chiron Battlesuit [IMG]http://th06.deviantart.net/fs71/PRE/f/2011/106/4/f/daily_mech_painting_by_progv-d3e4t2k.jpg[/IMG] Hannosai Stealth Battlesuit [IMG]http://i42.tinypic.com/30hn3nc.jpg[/IMG] Harlaci Triton Mech [IMG]http://i43.tinypic.com/292nz7o.jpg[/IMG] Harlaci All Terrain Assault Crawler (HATAC) [IMG]http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2013/052/b/5/marhaf_medium_tank_by_hongablaster-d5vrske.jpg[/IMG] Harlaci Bakuvach Tank [IMG]http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/301/a/c/marhaf_legion_assault_infantry_carrier_by_hongablaster-d5j75qa.jpg[/IMG] Harlaci Bakuvach Assault Troop Carrier [IMG]http://fc07.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2013/033/2/3/marhaf_flyer_by_hongablaster-d5tkws3.jpg[/IMG] Harlaci Bakuvach Gunship [IMG]http://th07.deviantart.net/fs71/PRE/f/2013/056/1/b/spartan__mobile_fortress__r2_by_avitus12-d5w7ru9.jpg[/IMG] Harlaci Brutician Mech [IMG]http://th07.deviantart.net/fs71/PRE/f/2012/009/1/a/uef_t5_mobile_artillery_by_avitus12-d4lw3ia.jpg[/IMG] Harlaci Mobile Artillery (HarMoa) [IMG]http://th00.deviantart.net/fs71/PRE/f/2012/146/7/a/uef_super_battle__tank_2_by_avitus12-d516bfs.jpg[/IMG] Harlaci Mobile Battle Fortress (HM-BAFOR) [/center] [/hider] [hider=Harlacian Galactic Armada (HGA)] [center][IMG]http://i58.tinypic.com/idviw4.jpg[/IMG] "For the glory of the Imperium" [/center] [center][IMG]http://i43.tinypic.com/5z3asl.jpg[/IMG][/center] Harlaci Imperial Dreadnought - Acting flagships for the HGA fleets, these are the second largest ship (8km) in the whole navy of the Imperium. These ships are armed with two frontal Magnetohydrodynamic Cannons, twin-link particle batteries, gauss AA batteries, missile pods, mass driver turrets and laser point defense turrets. Dreadnoughts carries one frigate, along with several Fighter and Bomber squadrons. There's currently 12 ships of this class on service. [center][IMG]http://i41.tinypic.com/iyn30w.jpg[/IMG][/center] Harlaci Imperial Battle Cruiser - The backbone of the HGA, these ships specializes on the offensive and defensive aspects of naval warfare. These ships are armed with several long range and mid range weaponry. Battle cruisers are usually accompanied by four Destroyers, six Fighter squadrons and four Bomber squadrons. [center][IMG]http://i43.tinypic.com/29629f7.jpg[/IMG][/center] Harlaci Imperial Destroyer - Taking the role of support vessel, these ships are commonly seen accompanying Battle Cruisers. When on strike duty, they lead groups of Frigates that circles around the battlefield or rushes deep within the enemy formations. A common armament of the destroyer is a Basilisk-class Particle battery, a weapon that bombards enemy positions accurately even in high speed encounters. [center][IMG]http://i60.tinypic.com/r08l84.jpg[/IMG][/center] Harlaci Imperial Frigate - Frigates makes up the majority of the entire fighting force of the HGA, and are the most manufactured ships in Harlaci industry. Due to the ship's essential position in the the Imperium's navy, they are fitted with medium armor plating and the latest military weaponry. To compensate for the sluggish effect caused by the plating, an additional thruster engine is installed on every ship. They are commonly carrying a squadron of fighters and followed by two corvettes. [center][IMG]http://i43.tinypic.com/513fo3.jpg[/IMG][/center] Harlaci Imperial Corvette - Hit hard and fast, that's the motto of every captain leading these corvettes. These ships are armed with Ion and Gauss weapons, but lacks on heavy plating the bigger ships have. They are capable of moving around the battlefield in high velocity, and are capable of disabling (even destroying) larger ships that aren't quick enough to even lock on them. [center][IMG]http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2013/194/0/e/turian_freighter_by_nach77-d6da5nb.jpg[/IMG][/center] Harlaci Imperial Dropship - These ships have the capability of carrying 200 infantry units and 2 Armored vehicles directly into combat. Ships of this class only has four laser turrets and a missile counter device. [center][IMG]http://fc00.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2015/025/1/1/turian_fighter_by_nach77-d8fe5ez.jpg[/IMG][/center] Harlaci Imperial Fighter [center][IMG]http://i41.tinypic.com/1z1z88k.jpg[/IMG][/center] Harlaci Imperial Stealth Fighter [center][IMG]http://i44.tinypic.com/2meslcm.jpg[/IMG][/center] Harlaci Troop Carrier Frigate - Can hold 1/4 of an infantry division plus 2 Colossus Mechs. It is capable of boarding enemy ships. [center][IMG]http://i39.tinypic.com/otep90.jpg[/IMG][/center] Harlaci Imperial Transport - Basic transport ship. These usually carry over supplies, troops or ammunition from a station to a ship, or vice versa. [center][IMG]http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2010/342/b/6/normandy_sr3_consept_wip_4_by_pangeranberbajuputih-d34hrb8.jpg[/IMG][/center] Tyrandian Stealth Cruiser [/hider] [hr] [hider=Harlacon Auxilliare] Auxiliare units are clones of various soldiers which are deemed "valuable assets" by the Imperium. The Auxilliare are commonly stored in massive cryo banks within military dedicated planets, until they are called into action. They are the front line soldiers [IMG]http://th00.deviantart.net/fs71/PRE/f/2012/194/1/e/suit_concepts_by_thompson46-d572c1l.jpg[/IMG] Auxilliare Pilots - Clones of the most well recognized pilots in the Harlacian military. These pilots can be expected to deliver the same skills as their dna donors. Auxilliare Assault/Shock Troopers - Auxilliare Recon Scouts - [IMG]http://fc07.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2012/259/4/a/landing_force_by_reza_ilyasa-d5ev3fc.jpg[/IMG] Auxilliare Marines - These soldiers are most well trained combatants in the entire Auxilliare army. They are usually tasked on leading planetary invasions, ship boarding, and raids. The only non-clones in this military division are the commanding officials. [IMG]http://i44.tinypic.com/15z05fd.jpg[/IMG] Auxilliare Guardsmen - Guardsmen coming from the Auxilliare acts as the systems militia and reinforcements to depleted regiments of the Assault troops. They are commonly assigned on guard, escort, and policing duties. [IMG]http://th06.deviantart.net/fs70/PRE/f/2013/216/3/7/aeon_t4_air_unit_by_avitus12-d6gmtxe.jpg[/IMG] Auxilliare Seekers - Although the cloning process in the Imperium yields huge success, it can't be avoided that deformities will be present, via genes or external issues. When this happens, the clones affected are drafted into the Seeker division, which is responsible for providing field reconnaissance. [IMG]http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2013/145/1/3/13113475427e28adc7d20aae1cd9875b-d66hu4p.jpg[/IMG] Auxilliare Frigate - Using the same frigate models from the HGA, these ships are used by the Auxilliare for most of its military operations in space. [/hider] [hider=Dregoran Crusaders] [center] [center][IMG]http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/006/f/f/bahamut_dragon_hero_evolved_by_namesjames-d5qm9qc.jpg[/IMG][/center] Dregoran Templar [center][IMG]http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2013/006/2/7/bahamut_dragon_hero_normal_by_namesjames-d5qm9ld.jpg[/IMG][/center] Dregoran Crusader [/center] [/hider] [hr] [hider=Harlaci Vexilaria] [center][IMG]http://i57.tinypic.com/2psjbx3.jpg[/IMG] [i]"We are the hand of the Emperor, the bane of his foes, and vanguard of his subjects."[/i][/center] The Vexilaria is an elite army of Harlacians dedicated to serve the Emperor and its bloodline. Members of the Vexilaria are selected from the infants that show superior genetic potential in the entire Imperium. They are further genetically implanted with genes that improves their body structure during growth and improving some of the functions necessary for their duty. They fight the secret battles of the Imperium, and are the last resort when other military divisions fail. Their existence is kept from the rest of the Imperium, which is why those who are deployed alongside them without proper military clearance, always undergo memory swipe or execution after the mission, just to keep them on operating in secrecy. [center][IMG]http://fc02.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2010/280/0/6/re_edit_by_foton_3-d309e3x.jpg[/IMG] Imperia Vexilanus - Supreme commander of the Vexilarian forces. The position of Vexilanus is given to the Emperor's most trusted subject that shows exceptional military and tactical skills.[/center] [center] [IMG]http://i43.tinypic.com/21ad189.jpg[/IMG] Vexilari Legionnaire [IMG]http://i42.tinypic.com/20fp1qv.jpg[/IMG] Vexilari Sentinel [IMG]http://i41.tinypic.com/11kzk1y.jpg[/IMG] Vexilari Guardsmen [IMG]http://i44.tinypic.com/efkzug.jpg[/IMG] Vexilari Centurion [IMG]http://i61.tinypic.com/2111e8y.jpg[/IMG] Vexilarian Mech [/center] [/hider] [/hider] [hr] [center][b]History[/b][/center] Hannost Arrival Teachings of the [i]Kusan[/i] Rise of the Imperium Expansion Period Golden Age