Korvar Empire

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The Korvar, also known as the Repzork, are a race of highly aggressive saurian-like creatures who emerged unto the galactic scene from their war-torn homeworld of Kovas five hundred years ago. While this makes them young compared to many empires, the Korvar have already proven themselves to be a powerful and ever-growing force in the galaxy. Militaristic and expansionist to an extreme degree, they have spread rapidly across the stars, building their empire atop the ruins of those who have attempted to stand in their way. If left unchecked, it is likely the Korvar will attempt to conquer as much of the galaxy as they can reach, leaving billions dead in their wake

Though unified under one banner, the Korvar are driven by a number of differing ideologies that permeate through different parts of the Empire. Many are driven by a zealous faith in the Goddess known as Syleris, who is said to have created the Korvar and made them the overseers of her creation. Her devotees seek to exterminate races that are 'unfit to live' and plunge the galaxy into a state of constant war which will only end when the strongest races have been left to rule. Others earnestly believe that it is the Korvar's destiny to become the most powerful empire to ever be known in the galaxy; such individuals work hard to improve the Empire and prove its supeiority in any way they can, whether it be improving their technology or defeating their foes on the battlefield.

The militaristic and imperialistic ideals of the Korvar make them a grave threat to their neighbors; war is commonplace in the frontiers as the Korvar expand and fight to defend their territory from those who attempt to stop them. As a result, many look at the Korvar and immediately come to the conclusion that they are simply xenocidal and destroy everything, which, upon closer inspection, is not the case. The Empire has a slowly growing number of member races within its borders, races which have adopted Korvar ideology and fight alongside them on the battlefield. They also have a number of allies that they trade resources and technology with. Such races are ones that are seen as similar in some way to the Korvar themselves, and thus are either seen as 'brothers' by the faithful or as valuable assets by others. This view, combined with the threat posed to their culture by the Peacekeeper Alliance, is why the Korvar have joined the Warlord Pact in the Great War.

Aelovi
Aelovi, translated roughly into the 'heart,' makes up the core worlds of the Korvar Empire. As well as containing Kovas, the homeworld and political capitol of the Empire, Aelovi is comprised of colonies that were founded before unification took place. The colonies here are very well developed, each containing billions of people and vast metropolitan areas. A number of large factory centers and starports also reside here, helping to provide for the civilian and militaristic needs of the region. Aelovi is the major hub for trade, culture, and the military, essentially making it the beating heart that helps to sustain the rest of the Empire. As such, it is well defended, with each planet providing its own garrison and fleet. If Aelovi were ever to be conquered, whatever was left of the Empire by that point would rapidly disintegrate and disappear from the map.

"The Iron Shield"
Located on the edge of Aelovi, the Iron Shield is a border blockade that protects the region from invaders. It is the last major line of defense between an attacking army and Kovas. The Iron Shield's primary base of operations is Guardaros, a major fortress world that acts as the primary command center for the region as a whole. The blockade is made up by a large number of vessels and mobile space stations that are constantly patrolling the region. Traffic through the blockade is restricted to a few heavily guarded check-points, with any attempts to use other means being met with detainment or destruction of the intruding vessel. The Iron Shield is in a constant state of flux as older vessels are replaced and scrapped and other vessels are taken out and deployed to be deployed elsewhere, though there is a strict rule that the blockade must have a certain number of active vessels at all times.

Middle Rim
Outside the Iron Shield lies the varied middle colony worlds, collectively referred to as the 'Middle Rim.' A small number of the worlds, particularly the ones right next to Aelovi, are colonies that were also formed before unification, but for the most part the rim is made of colonies claimed after unification took place. Compared to the extensively developed core worlds, the planets of the middle rim vary greatly in their stages of development and the role they serve in the empire. The region is often referred to as the empire's 'breadbasket' due to a majority of the nation's food being produced in its array of pastoral worlds. Many factory worlds, mining colonies, and metropolitan areas also exist here, with cities becoming progressively more common as one approaches the core. Unlike Aelovi, which has never grown in its history, the Middle Rim is slowly becoming larger as colonies in the further rims become more developed and meet the qualifications to be considered Middle Rim worlds.

Outer Colonies
Outside of the Middle Rim lies the Outer Rim, the last major rim to have a major civilian presence within it. This region is comprised of worlds that have been captured within the past several decades, and are mostly urban, pastoral, or industrial in nature. Many of the worlds were formerly occupied military planets that have been handed over to the civilian government; such colonies tend to be both better defended and more developed, and thus boast a higher population compared to other Outer Rim worlds. Other colonies are the result of private colonization efforts. Many minority groups or those who have been discriminated against come to this region to find solidarity among other like-minded individuals. Other private efforts include corporations claiming the worlds for the purposes of tapping into pristine resource deposits, as well as those looking to create pristine 'resort worlds' where one could take a vacation. Like the Middle Rim, the Outer rim is constantly growing, and becomes more and more developed as one goes inward.

'The Dead Zone'
Main page: The Dead Zone

Also called the 'Memorial Systems' and 'Zone of Silence,' the Dead Zone is a deserted region of space that once comprised the core worlds of the now-defunct Naelkvan Empire. Once a thriving and prosperous region that housed billions of people, the location was razed to the ground by the Korvar after a long, bitter war that devastated both sides. As a show of force, and to avoid the death of more of its men, the Korvar simply decided to blast the worlds clean of all life through continuous orbital bombardment. The worlds now lay desolate and ruined, their ecosystems totally destroyed and the cities reduced to rubble and ash. No longer serving any possible purpose, the region stands unguarded and undeveloped. Today it is seen as a testament to the Korvar's superiority and as a sort of memorial to the many who died in the war.

The Frontier
Referred to as both the Frontier and as the 'front lines,' the Frontier is the final rim that makes up Korvar territory, and also the most dangerous. It is here where many of the Korvar's wars and skirmishes take place, as such it is often a chaotic region constantly in a state of flux as territory is gained and lost. The region is controlled primarily by the military, with most worlds acting as fortresses, outpost, factories, mining stations, or as watch post to spot intruders. Very few civilians reside here, and the ones that live very close to the Outer Rim worlds.

As conflicts come to an end and a region in the frontier stabilizes, one of two things will happen to a colony: either it will remain under control of the military permanently, or it will be gradually developed to be accepted into the Outer Rim and begin housing civilians, in which case the military will hand governing power over to the newly appointed governor.

States
States are colonies that have developed to the point of no longer requiring constant government support and can begin to sustain and govern themselves. These worlds are controlled by a governor and a legislature that helps to pass laws, suggest legislation, and offer advice to the governor. States are semi-autonomous, capable of creating their own laws and guidelines specifically for itself so long as it does not go against Imperial law. As such, the Empire often leaves them alone unless a crises or investigation is occurring. The Empire does, however, collect taxes, resources, and their people for military training from the States; and they are sometimes asked to help develop nearby colonies, generally ones within their own system or close by neighbors. All states have a military garrison to help act as peacekeepers and to act as an early response unit in the even of an invasion. The garrison, if unable to beat back an enemy, can at least hold them off long enough for reinforcements to arrive.

Kovas
Main page: Kovas

Kovas is the heavily industrialized homeworld of the Empire. It is from here where the Emperor and His royal family reside and rule over the Empire. Populated by billions, the world is covered in vast, dense cities with deep underground districts to help streamline transportation and grant more room for a growing population. It is considered by the devotees of Syleris to be the holiest location in the galaxy; thus, the world has numerous temples and holy sites located on it, including Trel Shakul, the largest temple in the Empire and the main base of operations for the Neivelin church. For defense, the world has a personal fleet backed up by a network of orbital defenses both in orbit and on the surface, as well as a large garrison on the surface that helps to keep order during peaceful periods.

Kovas is divided into six continents: Korvaris, a lush continent filled with jungles and rivers, as well as mountains to the east; Avron, a small continent that is similar in many ways to Korvaris save for being much flatter and possessing mountains in the central region; Kalkrik, a temperate and frozen land covered in frozen tundra, steppes, and mountains; Chelksrin, a large, flat continent with savannas that becomes deserts towards the west and hilly wetlands to the east; Lekeron, a continent close to Chelksrin that has large mountains to the north and south and a flat plateau region in the middle; and Quolvri, a temperate continent featuring many mountains, lakes, and a frequently frozen region to the north. Over the course of history, much of the natural environment has been damaged by constant war and pollution; however, over the past two centuries, the Korvar have been making efforts to clean the world and restore what remains of the environment, an effort that has been backed both by the devotees of Syleris and nationalist alike. Through these efforts, many regions of Kovas have been restored and declared off-limits to construction as a means of preserving the Korvar's heritage and important cultural landmarks.

Galdaris Fortress
Galdaris Fortress is the beautiful and heavily defended home of the royal family. It is a large, triangle-shaped facility that covers about two square miles in total. The facility is protected by several layers of defenses: underground shield generators protect it from orbital attacks, two layers of walls and a large number of automated turrets hinder ground advances, three anti-orbital guns keep ships at bay, and the base's own garrison of elite honor guards can make short work of any standard soldier. The base also features underground bunkers, tunnels, and is surrounded by a military facility within the walls. Standing at the very center of the defenses lies Galdaris itself, a building that is in stark contrast to the plain, utilitarian structures which protect it. The building is tall, built in an older, antique style modified to fit modern needs. It is adorned with statues and icons of various people and events; it is as much of a luxurious palace as it is a government facility and heavily armored fortress. Access to the palace, as well as the rest of the fortress, is strict. The only people allowed in are guards, high ranking military officials, or those with special permission.

During an invasion, Galdaris is to be used as an active military command center and can attain manual control over many aspects of the surrounding city, such as electricity, water, gates, and bridges. The Fortress can essentially turn the city into a confusing death trap for the attackers if properly utilized.

Setralkyus


A bustling urban center within the Middle Rim, Setralkyus is the largest population center that is within the area currently affected by the Great War. The world has a moderate climate, with numerous temperate zones inhabited by grassy plains, forest, and taiga to the north. Much of the land is flat or moves down into canyons and ravines. Mountains are predominantly on two of the continents, with an active volcano range present in one of them. Currently, much of the planet remains wild, though numerous urban centers are scattered throughout the planet, with forts and defense installations located in and around the centers.The planet's main export is in its food, which is by many to be considered a delicacy, as well as a mining industry that has developed in the mountainous regions.

With the Korvar's intervention into the Great War, Setralkyus has been put on a state of constant alertness. Though it has yet to be attacked, many fear that the colony will be attacked in order to cut off a source of potential recruits. As such, the planet has been heavily reinforced, with more troops than ever before being stationed on and around the system and the forts and orbital installations upgraded and strengthened.

Varhos
Varhos is a mining colony located in the inner edges of the Outer Rim and in the same sector as Setralkyus. Varhos is predominantly warm and dry, with much of the land surrounding the equator being vast savannas and deserts surrounded by hills and mountains. Tropical jungles and oasis are scattered throughout in the few wet regions. As one goes north, the land levels off into plateaus and steppes until eventually becoming cold tundras in the extreme northern latitudes. Colonist and corporations alike came to Varhos to exploit the vast reserves of metals such as titanium and metal. The planet has been experiencing steady growth due to trade deals with other colonies and the military, which has been using the raw materials to help supply the region. As an outer colony world, Varhos cannot defend itself very well, and only had a few small garrisons defending it until the military reinforced the region as part of their preparations for the Great War.

Military Colonies
As their name would suggest, military colonies are colonies that have been founded and are controlled directly by the Imperial Military. These installations can be extremely varied and range from small outposts meant to monitor nearby space to research bases to vast, planet-wide fortress worlds meant to protect an entire sector. Military colonies are scattered all across the Empire, and are especially common in the frontier, as planets captured from hostile races always become military colonies. As mentioned previously, many military colonies eventually become civilian colonies once a region has been secured, this usually involves large reconstruction efforts to remove any debris and to clear the way for civilians to inhabit. Only a portion of the military's original infrastructure will remain once the process is complete. Unlike civilian colonies, these worlds are not controlled by a governor, and are instead directed by an appointed commander who answers to an official in charge of the sector as a whole.

Detelvek Research Facility
Main Article: Detelkek

Located in the Middle Colonies in a fairly secluded location, Detelvek is a heavily fortified military research installation that was created to contain, study, and reverse-engineer some of the more unusual or dangerous objects that were discovered around the region, as well as acting as a testing ground for new and exotic military equipment. Recently, the world has been used to research the Biomatter's anatomy as well as equipment stolen from the Margan, particularly their crystals and bionic enhancements. The world was chosen for its treacherous and difficult terrain; much of the ground is rugged, mountainous, and hilly, and the planet itself didn't have much to offer to a civilian populace, ensuring that interest in the planet from outside sources would be minimal and that trespassers would wind up lost. Its climate is no better, with much of the world being brutally cold in the winter (save for around the equator, which stays chilly) and cool and wet summers. Fairly little wildlife exist on the planet, and the ones that do are often small mammals and avians.

Due to the sensitive nature of the research located here, Detelvek is well-defended and has a number of fail-safes in the event of a major containment breach or a hostile take-over to ensure that nothing ever leaves. A small orbital blockade surrounds the planet to keep vessels at bay, and a garrison of elite troops patrol the facilities on a daily basis. Traps and turrets are scattered all around the facility. If all else fails, the bases are rigged with several thermonuclear warheads that will destroy all facilities and everything inside of it.

Haldron Fortress World
Haldron Fortresses are military installations that are located in important regions of Korvar space. They are by far the largest and most important of the Korvar's military installations; whereas lesser fortress worlds often have a number of bases scattered across the surface, a Haldron is best described as a fortress that sprawls over the planet. Every inch of ground is utilized as the world is converted into a monolithic multi-purpose military installation made up of factories, training facilities, residential areas that can house millions of soldiers, command structures, and a vast array of defenses. Subterranean networks dig deep into the earth to make transportation and storage easier. The oceans, too, are utilized, with large filtration devices built into them to provide clean water as well as various other tasks like specialized training. In orbit reside a number of starports which repair and construct new vessels. In order to keep the world habitable, a large network of life-support facilities are scattered around that help to provide clean air, and more recent Fortresses have additional ways to keep the biosphere functional and lessen the health risks to personnel on the surface.

Haldron Fortresses serve three primary purposes: first and foremost, they are organizational hubs that help to connect nearby military installations as well as assisting in the planning, organization, and deployment of troops. Large-scale operations are often planned in the confines of these fortresses, the the worlds themselves serve as a gathering point for all forces involved. Secondly, they defend nearby colonies against attacks. Thirdly, with their large factories and training facilities, Haldrons are often one of the biggest supplier of recruits and supplies in their adjacent sectors.

Understandably, Haldrons are among the safest locations within the Empire. In orbit and on the surface are a large number of anti-orbital guns and anti-air cannons backed up by a constantly-present defensive fleet. On the surface reside a perimeter of shields, walls, turrets, and traps at every corner, making a ground invasion a slow and deadly endeavor. As well, millions or even billions of soldiers are on the surface with the full arsenal of the Imperial military at their disposal. However, the number of troops and vehicles present is in a constant state of flux as they are moved to and fro the battle lines, a watchful commander could likely plan an attack while reserves are low, but the likeliness of reinforcements and present defenses make any attempt on a fortress a long, grueling endeavor likely to devastate the attackers even if they were victorious.

Haldrons are extremely expensive to build and maintain, as such, only seven currently exist, and they are built in either tactically important or economically vital areas of the Empire. They are also massive resource hogs, necessitating hundreds of metric tons of resources to be given daily to keep the factories running and the flow of war materials flowing. This provides a lucrative opportunity for some, as they can lease their raw materials over to the military for a good profit as well as protection.

Though the destruction of a Haldron has never occurred, attempts have been made and have at least been partially successful. Given these worlds often serve as a major part of the Korvar's military doctrine and defense plan, keeping the planets under their control is paramount to them. The loss of one would constitute the loss of tens of thousands of armored units, as well as the region becoming disorganized and panicked at such an unexpected event.

Zykorus
Main Article: Zykorus

The latest and most advanced Haldron Fortress to date, Zykorus is the current primary command center for all military forces involved in the Great War and is considered to be the most valuable strategic asset in the Korvar's fight against the Peacekeepers. Prior to its colonization, Zykorus was a large planet about 1 1/2 times larger than Kovas. The world had two continents, with one being a supercontinent that encompassed nearly its entire hemisphere. The center of this vast landmass was subject to hot, dry summers and cold winters, the land became wetter as one moved outward, eventually transitioning from plains and forests to marshlands and jungles. Today, none of this is visible, and has been lost under the Korvar's massive industrialization. The world was chosen to become a Haldron due to its strategic location during contemporary campaigns and the presence of nearby worlds such as Varhos and Setralkyus. Construction of the world took many years, and by the time it was finished, the events that would spark the Great War were only a few years away.

Zykorus has received increased attention due to its value in the conflict; troops have been moved from across the empire to muster here and prepare for conflict against the Peacekeeper Alliance, and numerous officers from high command have taken refuge to more directly observe the conflict. Thus far in the conflict, the world remains unscathed by the conflict. It was attacked by the Margan early on as the Margan attempted to test the Korvar's strength; but the attack was a failure, with the Korvar driving back the invaders relatively quickly and with minimal losses. As it stands, the world has been used to organize and launch invasions of the Betel Recyclers, Aeveria Confederation, and Empire of Diablos.

Guardaros
Guardaros was the first Haldron constructed and serves as the guardian of the Core Worlds. It began construction a few years after unification as a means of acting as a main hub for military activity outside of the homeworld, as well as the other functions that modern Haldrons serve. It saw a greal deal of usage during the first few decades as the Empire expanded outward, however, as the distance between the core and the rim grew larger and other fortresses were built, Guardaros began to serve a more defensive position. In modern times, Guardaros serves primarily as a guard and a major training facility for recruits coming from the core worlds. It also serves as the main headquarters of the Imperial Military. The world still has a sizeable garrison and orbital fleet, and acts as the main hub for activity within the Iron Shield.

It has also taken a variety of other roles as its offensive duties started to subside. Many of the Korvar's elite infantry are shipped here from across the empire to be trained, as well as many officers. Secret research programs have also propped up on the world's moons; for example, the first walkers and energy weapons were produced here. Many important prisoners from alien empires are also brought here for interrogation and execution.

Occupied Territories
Occupied territories are planets that have recently been captured by the Korvar military either through the complete extermination of opposition forces or the defenders accepting an unconditional surrender; though the term has also been applied to colonies that have rebelled against the government. Occupation zones are most common in the frontier and the outward-most portions of the Outer Rim. Occupied territories, like military colonies, are controlled and developed by the military. These worlds are often comprised outposts and forts built among the ruins of previous inhabitants as the empire simply hasn't had the time to rebuild. Once a region has attained stability, it works its way to becoming a more developed military installation or a colony for citizens. In the case of the defenders surrendering, the military takes control of the government and defense, but may leave certain government officials to act as figureheads. Such worlds are treated as protectorates, receiving protection and assistance in rebuilding in exchange for a tax. Some of these colonies eventually become states, solidifying their presence as a member state within the empire, though others have had to be exterminated for causing more problems than they were worth.

Biology


The Korvar are Saurian-like creatures that resemble certain reptiles from Earth, notably crocodiles and ancient European dragons. Their average height is between 6'6 to seven feet in height(2.02 - 2.15 meters). Despite being similar to earth reptiles in many aspects, the Korvar are not cold-blooded, and are in fact warm-blooded. They are a muscular race, with most individuals being capable of lifting an armored person of similar height off the ground. Their fingers and feet end in sharp black claws designed for gripping and tearing hunks of flesh off of prey. Most of the body is protected by thick, hard scales that form a natural suit of armor; smaller, softer scales cover the stomach, joints, and the the neck to allow for flexibility. The hard scales are quite resilient and offer protection against slashes and stabs from an average metal blade. Their scales come in a variety of colors and shades: red, green, brown, black, white, and rarely, blue. These colors often come from spending generations in certain environments with the exception of blue, which is a semi-rare genetic mutation. Jutting from where the base of the skull are three spikes made of hardened bone; these spikes are not used for combat, and instead are a mating display. The most peculiar part of their physiology are the two wing-like appendages on their back. Once believed to be vestigial leftovers from previous generations, the wings actual purpose is to disperse heat and prevent the body from overheating. As instruments of flight, the wings can only be used for momentary gliding if the user is unarmored.

The Korvar's snout is on average between 1-1 1/2 feet(0.3048-0.4572 meters) in length, depending on the overall size of the individual. The teeth are pointed and designed for grabbing hold of their pray and not letting go. They possess exceptionally strong jaw muscles and can thus close their mouth with incredible force, shattering bones and denting certain soft metals. However, while the muscles for closing their jaws are strong, the muscles for opening their jaw aren't as powerful, meaning that their mouth can be easily held shut. The Korvar are incapable of chewing their food and do not possess lips, and thus swallow their food whole. Thanks to a slow metabolism, the Korvar can eat one large meal and can then go for several days before needing to eat again. A number of small spikes adorn the snout, specifically the chin, the top end of the snout, and besides the mouth. These horns need to be trimmed every few weeks so as to prevent them from growing too long and causing complications with fitting on helmets and potential harm to others. Their nostrils and eyes are located on the top of their head, allowing them to breathe while the rest of their body remains underwater. Their eyes come in a variety of colors, including red, orange, green, and yellow.

Korvar are completely carnivorous; their body is unable to digest a large quantity of vegetables and fruits without experiencing problems. They can consume a small amount of certain plants, but this is more than not used as a flavoring alongside spices and seasonings when cooking meat. Their immune system, spit, and stomach acids are all quite strong, which allows most Korvar to be able to consume raw meat with little to no issues; raw meat is in fact preferred by some, and remains a cultural norm in some circles.

The Korvar have well developed senses. Their eyes, positioned so as to provide binocular vision, have evolved to be able to discern pray from the thick jungles of their homeworld. A trait which helps them to spot infantry on the battlefield in modern times. Their sense of smell allows them to track a smell for a few miles until the trail would go cold. Their ears, which are located a few inches behind their eyes, can hear certain high-pitched sounds that other races may not be able to perceive; though they are no better at detecting low-frequency noises than human ears. To prevent water getting inside and damaging the ears, small skin flaps within the ears block the passage when submerged in water. Another sensory trait that developed during their development were nerve endings at the tip of their snout which allows them to sense and track vibrations through the water.

The Korvar are an egg-laying species that use sexual reproduction between a male and female. Once the male has fertilized the eggs, the female will lay between five to seven eggs that will hatch after seven months. The eggs need to be kept warm, and thus will usually be kept inside an incubator until they hatch. The temperature the eggs are kept in also influences the gender of the children inside; slightly cooler temps tend to produce males, whereas warmer temperatures tend to produce females. Couples will often use this to control which gender they will receive, or will have two separate incubators so as to have a mix. When ready to hatch, the hatchling will break themselves out of the egg. At this stage, their claws and spikes have not grown and will need a few months before they begin growing. Until they're about a year old, they are unable to eat meat and instead consume insects. They'll reach complete maturity by the age of twenty and will typically live up to 150 years of age.

History
Main page: History of the Korvar

Pre-Unification
''The following document shows a Korvaris-centric view of Korvar history. At the same time, the earliest parts of history have been lost in many places due to sheer age and extensive warfare.''

Tribal Era
For millennia after the rise to sentience the Korvar lived as semi-nomadic tribal societies based around central and northern Korvaris. Due to abundant food and water in the region, many tribes didn't start out as nomadic, instead settling down in one place. Nomadic tribes didn't appear until either competition between tribes either displaced a group or the environment was no longer able to sustain them.

War was commonplace between many of the ancient tribes. Whether it be over food, land, faith, or simply because they were different, many tribes were at a constant state of war. These wars resulted in the destruction of entire ancient cultures and displaced thousands, forcing them to move towards uninhabited lands towards the south and west. These forced migrations would eventually lead the Korvar to spreading towards other continents.

Not all of the tribes constantly fought one another. Some of them banded together, typically against common enemies. These friendly tribes would sometimes merge together, becoming new powerhouses in the region and dominating the lesser tribes, either destroying them entirely or capturing them and forcing them to slavery or paying some form of tribute. These larger tribes would eventually become some of the first nations.

Ancient Era
The date and location where civilization began to develop is unknown, the place and people long lost in the unwritten annals of history. Many theories have come about as to why people began to abandon their old, tribal ways. The most popular and sensible theory is that a multitude of tribes likely banded together against common enemies for protection. These united tribes eventually developed a official system of government and put together the first cities, thus beginning the era of civilization.

In the earliest days of civilization, metals had yet to be fully utilized for architecture or military purposes. The most common resources of the day were wood and stone, which were both extremely plentiful and easier to work with at the time. Some tablets even suggest that some attempted to make armor for soldiers out of stone and wood, but it is unlikely that they were ever successful. Bronze and iron were both eventually discovered, but it still took some time before they saw extensive use.

The first major civilizations formed on the continent of Korvaris. It would be a few centuries before foreign nations rose up, The first of these formed on the eastern portions of Chelksrin, with the western half following suit a short time later. It was normal for one or two particular empires would have dominion over most of the continent for a time before dissolving and being replaced.

The extensive fighting would have the unfortunate side-effect of damaging or destroying many relics from the time period. What has been discovered and deciphered ultimately gives an incomplete and at times scattered view of early Korvar history.

The Telkevon Empire

The Telkevon Empire was one of the first and most historically significant civilizations to form in the western deserts of Chelksrin. They were the descendants of the first nomadic groups who began their migrations away from Korvaris a few centuries prior. Much like the other groups who came to Chelksrin, they avoided the desert regions and stayed near the rivers which were rich with fauna and plants. Initially, the Telkevon inhabited the coastal regions to the north, but for reasons lost to history they migrated east towards the mountains. This would ultimately turn out to be a boon as the region had both large ore deposits and had fertile soil for raising cattle. It would be here that the nomadic people would settle down and construct their capital city of Natevl, marking the beginning of the Telkevon Empire.

Within a few years of its foundation, the Telkevon became the dominant power in the region. Their military was larger and had better training and equipment compared to many of their neighbors and large stocks of cattle meant that they could sustain a large population. One of the biggest advantages they had was their use of iron. The Telkevon were some of the first to discover and use iron on a large scale. This gave them a clear advantage over their enemies, who were still using either bronze or leather for their armor.

First Korvar Empire
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The Korvar Empire is considered to be one of the last of the ancient civilizations, but also among the most important. The empire is believed to have formed around northeastern Korvaris after several smaller states united together. Much of their government bears similarities to what is in use today, making them one of the first truly "modern" imperial governments. They are considered to be among the earliest known ancestors of the modern day Korvar ethnicity and modern Korvar Empire. Much of their culture and ideology survived their demise and carried over into the present, helping to mold and form the Repzork into what they are today. One important cultural aspect of the Korvar was their religious beliefs. Around the time the empire formed, the religion of Neivelism was spreading wildly across northeastern Korvaris. This combination would help spread the religion as the Korvar rapidly expanded across the continent.



The Korvar went on numerous military campaigns in an effort to expand their borders, and proved to be brutally efficient fighters. One of the many reasons for their success was the fact that they domesticated the Karnas. The Karnas is a very large reptilian creature that was extremely strong and had a venomous bite. Being so hard to capture and resistant to training, many in the past were unable to successfully tame the beast, but the Korvar had managed it, albeit after some time. Unprepared to fight such a new enemy, many quickly fell to the Korvar and their mounts.

The Korvar were not always so brutal, however. They did give the option to surrender before attacking their enemies. They would surround a city or fort, making it unable to go outside unless they gave in to the Korvar demands and gave up. If they did surrender, they received privileges others did not, such as lessened tributes to the Korvar and more freedom to travel. If they did not surrender, the Korvar would attack and overwhelm them until they finally gave in.

The Korvar were able to take over all of Korvaros within about a century. They would soon begin campaigns outside of their home continent. They managed to annex both Vahro and Hasrid Island. They also managed to annex small parts of the Qualdris Islands and eastern Chelksrin. Archaeological evidence even suggest that they attempted to explore or even colonize Kalkrik, but no evidence of permanent settlements has been found.

Outside of their expansive military campaigns, the Korvar did have peaceful relations and trade with other civilizations. It is known that they had trade routes with the Kingdom of Lekeron and nations in western Chelksrin. It is unknown however if they interacted with the Avronians or Quolvrans, as little to no evidence can be found from the time period.

Most historians agree that the Korvar Kingdom managed to last somewhere around 1,500 thousand years, making them one of the most successful and longest lasting civilizations in history. It was a numerous host of problems that would lead to their fall from grace and ultimate destruction.

Civil War & Collapse
Though the exact details are still debated, and not everything of the time period is well recorded, historians have managed to piece together a somewhat broad image of the decline of the Korvarian Empire. It was a slow, painful decline from grace that eventually shattered it apart. One of the first, and perhaps most obvious, was that they had extended a vast distance. Though they had the ability and roads to get from one place to another, communication was still slow, and the military had trouble keeping control over its vast expanse of land. This is believed to be one of the larger problems that the Korvarians faced, as their military was being spread thinner and thinner as they expanded, and as a result, they began to lost more campaigns, and eventually, territory. The first known piece of land to be permanently reclaimed were the Qualdris Islands, and overtime, their grip on Chelksrin would be lost as well. As more territory was lost, so was resources, food, and trade routes, all of which had a devastating impact on the Korvarians.

Another pressing issue was the imperial bloodline of the Korvarians. Though the records are shoddy and likely biased, they do show a common trait, that the Korvarian leadership eventually became greedy and corrupted, but also deformed and seemingly unstable. It is known that during the time period, incest was somewhat common between royalty. The consequences of such actions was not known at the time, so it only got worse as time went on. This is believed to have aided in the imperial bloodline becoming inept at leadership. The poor decisions made by those in power contributed to both increasing economic instability and the people becoming more upset.

These political, economic, and military problems would eventually boil when the emperor of the Korvarians, his wife, and his children were all murdered by the military as they attempted to claim control over the empire. Loyalist to the royal family and those wishing for a new government began to fight each other across the capital city and soon across much of Korvaris. This fighting served to do nothing more but make matters worse for the empire, and would be its death sentence. With no stable leadership and infighting destroying it from the inside, the Korvarian Empire fell apart. The war crippled its economy and military, leaving it unable to maintain its control over its territory, and much of it was lost and became up for grabs by other civilizations. What was left of Korvaris itself was a small territory around northeastern Korvaros, but it is believed to have slowly died off.

Though the empire died, what it left behind did not. Neivelism had become a firmly established religion on the continent, and many of the surviving Korvarians went on to either form their own small nations or live in the now independent territories, helping to preserver their culture, ideals, and technology.

Revival of the Korvar Empire
The first references of what would become today's Korvarian Empire begin about 1,600 years after the collapse of the Korvarian Empire. They had formed somewhere in southeastern Korvaris, near what was left of a massive Korvarian port city. The Repzork were heavily influenced by Korvarian culture, and by extension, Neivelism. This was to the point that much of it became their core principles. They believed that war was the only path to prosperity and peace. They sought to unify the continent and the planet under one banner. They needed an amassed army and supplies though, something that would take time to build up. Instead of attacking the mainland, they first attacked the nearby Qualdris Islands. The islanders were quickly overrun and taken over. Mining of the islands rapidly began and much of the populace was conscripted into the military. Soon after, they went on to successfully invade Hasrid Island, followed up by the Knalkrik Islands.

The Repzork also reached out to support of foreign powers. They built up relations with the Lekonians of Lekeron and some of the Lyvairn states of Chelksrin. The reason the Lekonians were not considered targets of invasion was because the Lekonians and Korvarians had almost always been good trading partners and allies throughout history. The Lyvairn, though a divided people, had strong fighting abilities, and some of them were sympathetic to the Repzork's goals. They primarily traded with these foreign powers, but eventually also went on to assist each other militarily, especially the Lekonians and Korvarians.

With supplies and troops coming in from their own reserves and their island territories, and the support of allied powers, the Repzork saw themselves fit to finally invade Korvaris. What would follow would be several decades of war as the Repzork swept through Korvaris, capturing territory along the way and having once powerful nations submit to them. Those who surrendered were spared from the relentless attacks. Within the span of a few decades, all of the continent, along with all of Vasrid Island, was under the control of the Repzork. The Repzork immediately went ahead to fix the damage they had caused and solidify their presence to ensure total control.

Following the war was a large wave of people attempting to flee the continent. Many were captured and taken back before escaping, but some did manage to escape. Many fled to the eastern regions of Chelksrin. Others went with a much deadlier option, fleeing to the frozen hell known as Kalkrik. Kalkrik was the perfect place to disappear. Few people traveled here, and most nations did not bother to inhabit the land, seeing it as too dangerous. Many of the refugees who fled here were in the northern regions of Korvaris and on Vasrid island, and had few other options.

Life on the continent was brutal and unforgiving. The fierce cold weather killed off many of the people who fled here. People were forced to cooperate if they wanted to survive. Many fled into the caves to stay warm and dry, venturing out only to get food and materials for building and clothing. Complex underground settlements were constructed, some of which were almost cities in their own right. As they began to stabilize themselves and adapt to their environment, the population slowly but surely began to rise. The communities decided to band together for their own protection and to ensure they would not fight amongst themselves. Thus, the Kalkrik Confederacy was formed. They stayed in hiding on Kalkrik, almost never venturing outside for a very long period of time.

Back on Korvaris, the Repzork worked towards expanding their global influence. One of the first official actions of the Repzork Empire after taking Korvaris was to assist their Lyvairn allies who were working to unifying the other Lyvairn nations, similarly to the Repzork Empire had not too long ago. Seeing an opportunity to improve their alliance and potentially more resources and technology, the Repzork sent a large force to help train and reinforce their Lyvairn allies. After several years, the combined forces had managed to sway others to their side or conquer them. The new unified state was called the Lyvairn Dominion. The Repzork left a military garrison on the continent for some time to help keep order and attempt to relieve old tensions between the various different nations.

The Global War
Duration: 97BU-0BU

What has become known as the "Global War" or "War of Unification" was a world-wide war that would prove to be one of the defining moments of Korvar history. The war, initially starting in an attempt to halt imperial influence on Kovas, soon became a war of world domination, with factions attempting to overcome and destroy the others so that they could reign supreme over Kovas.















Rise into the stars
 0U (Unification)- 75U 

With their eyes looking up, the Korvar worked to get working craft capable of going into space. Within a few years, they were able to launch the first individuals into orbit. A short time later, the first walk on the moon was achieved. With the technology in their hands, they worked on the next big step, colonizing a planet. The candidate for colonization was the neighboring planet of Datogavo, a planet which by that time was already shown to have water and plant life on it.

Colonization efforts on Datogavo proved to be successful. Along with water and plants, it also had wildlife and breathable air on it, making it the perfect place for colonization. The success helped to spur further exploration into colonizing other parts of the solar system. However, there were no other habitable worlds in the solar system. Many colonies in these worlds quickly became either mining or military worlds for training and research. Many asteroids in the Sagoda asteroid belt were also exploited for their resources, proving in huge mineral worth to the fledgling empire.

Though the Korvar had no encounter with alien life at this point, many believed that their discovery would be inevitable. Many were afraid and paranoid of potential alien hostility. Due to this, the military was rapidly expanded during this early period to try and form a competent defensive force. Vast improvements to military technology and equipment came about from this period, such as the first generation of power armor and the first armed spaceships. After many years of research and development, the Korvar managed to create their first FTL engines for spaceships, making traversing outside of the solar system more practical. These models were still somewhat slow and energy intensive, making travel to other solar systems somewhat slow. Soon after they began to move out and colonize habitable worlds outside the solar system.

First Contact
90U - 114U

Korvar-Sekral War
130U - 132U

Reaping the technological benefits of their new allies, the Korvarians were quick to put their newly traded equipment to good work. New, faster starship engines were produced, allowing for ships to traverse system to system considerably faster than before. New weapons and armor were also produced, making for a better equipped military. Soon, they began another surge of expansion through space. Over a period of nineteen years, several more systems were brought under their control. They did not encounter any more alien species during this time.

In 715AU, a reconnaissance force discovered an alien colony on a mineral rich world. These aliens were the Sekral, a race of bird-like creatures. The Sekral were territorial, being defensive of their territory but largely leaving races alone unless it was for diplomatic reasons. After a few more months of reconnaissance and consideration, the decision was made to invade and annex Skeral territory, both to claim the land and resources, and to prove their military strength. The first ever invasion armada was formed under the command of Grand Xel'va Valkaro.

Xel'va Valkaro launched a surprise assault on Sekral territory. Having the element of surprise and using overwhelming force, Valkaro's forces were able to score a few victories early in the war. This turned out to be short lived, as the Sekral reacted with a large counteroffensive which aimed at forcing the invaders out of their territory. Valkaro was forced to retreat retreat fortified positions on the worlds they had claimed. Korvar forces were ordered to hold back Sekral forces while the empire formed another invasion fleet.

Unfortunately, the Korvar were unable to hold the Sekral at bay. The defenders were forced out of Sekral territory with a large portion of its force destroyed and were pushed back into home territory. It was around this time that the second invasion fleet came in and reinforced the first fleet. Despite this, the situation continued to become more desperate as the Sekral pushed further and managed to land troops on outer colonies. A few colonies were lost over several days of fighting, but the Korvar managed to hold their ground for some time.

Eventually, the Korvar came and asked the Nevelus for assistance in the conflict in exchange for a portion of the territory and resources. The Nevelus, seeing it as economically beneficial and as a chance to bolster trust with their ally, agreed, and dedicated a sizable force to assist Korvar forces. Refreshed with Nevelus troops, the two empires managed to break back into Sekral territory and slowly take over outer worlds.

The alliance slowly gained ground until they reached the Sekral core worlds. The core worlds were heavily defended and highly well developed as one would expect, so enemy resistance was strong. Fighting would rage on for a year as they slowly wore down Sekral forces and defenses. Ultimately, the Sekral were unable to prevent the two empires from reaching their homeworld. Despite heavy casualties, the Korvar and Nevelus managed to successfully invade the Sekral homeworld and executed many of the political leaders. With the loss of their homeworld and leaders, the Skeral empire dissolved, with many survivors fleeing into other parts of space.

The Korvar, though they were victorious, had suffered heavy casualties over the course of the war and had to spend quite a bit of resources to rebuild their fleets. There was also a sense of humiliation in some, as they were unable to completely crush the Skeral with only Korvarian forces. For the most part though, many were glad that the Nevelus agreed to help, believing the Korvar Empire may have been severely damaged or even destroyed if they did not intervene. As agreed, Sekral territory and resources were split between the two allies.

A short year after his victory against the first war with an alien empire, Grand Xel'va Valkaro died of heart complications. His death was mourned by many throughout the empire. His second-in-command, High Admiral Lorkai, would go on to replace him and serve in several more campaigns against alien civilizations.

132U -177U

Many advancements are made with salvaged Sekral technology. Space travel, military technology, and computing see particular improvements. Another massive wave of colonization of space begins. The Empire grows several times larger over the course of several hundred years. The economy also has a boom during this time thanks to increased trading and mining. Encounters with alien empires begins to increase during this time. Some alliances are created, but wars are becoming more commonplace. During this period the Korvar managed to score their first victories against alien empires without needing allied assistance. This went further to help them technologically, but also to increase their morale and confidence as a race.

Emergence of the Ulqo Sovereignty
312U - 315U

The Naelkva
498U - 509U

Modern Times
 Present day, 557A-Onward 

In modern time, the Korvar continue to do what they have done for centuries: expand their empire and bring destruction upon their enemies. Their empire is vast and prosperous, and the military is the strongest it has ever been.

In the year 523, the previous emperor, Emperor Katath, died. His son, Zervath, ascended to the throne and was crowned emperor soon after. He has largely gone to follow the steps of his father. Thus far, his leadership has gone quite smoothly, his nationalistic love for the empire and its ideals making him quite popular. On the military side of the government, the Grand Xel'va of the time died a few years after Zervath rose to the throne. Ahkavas, his second-in-command, was promoted to Grand Xelva, becoming the supreme commander of Korvar forces.



The Korvar are locked into wars on practically all sides. Some are small and negligible while others have dragged on for years, even decades. One such conflict is the twenty-seven year long war between the Korvar and the Zorock Republic. The war began when the Zorock launched a surprise offensive into Korvar territory, hoping to to subdue their enemy quickly and to halt their expansion in the region. The offensive was somewhat successful for a time, it managed to get deep inside of the outer-rim territories, occupying many of the colonies that was in their path. The Zorock showed how truly unaware of Korvar culture they were at this period, though. As they tried to show the residents why Zorock ideals would benefit them more and help them bring an end to their endless wars and imperial government. What happened instead is that the colonist fought against Zorock control even more, wanting nothing to do with these "modifications."

Meanwhile, the Zorock offensive rapidly began to lose steam. Overwhelming Korvar reinforcements pushed enemy forces back out of their territory and reclaim their colonial worlds. After some time, the Zorock offensive was completely repulsed, and the Korvar began pushing into Zorock territory, and managed to grab several colonies before being stopped. Twenty-seven years later, and the war is at a stalemate. Neither side has been able to beat the other side, and territorial gains are constantly gained and lost. Many of the colonies in this region have been turned into military fortress planets in response to the fighting.

War is a natural thing to the Korvar though, the numerous wars they face is not something to be afraid of. Rather, it is a challenge, a battle of who is the most fit for the universe. A fight that the Korvar have won and profited from numerous times before, and will do so again, until the day their empire ceases to exist.

The Great War
557A - Ongoing

Korvar
 Notable Korvar: Emperor Zervath, Grand Xelva Ahkavas

 Description:  The uniters of Kovas, the Korvar are the most numerous and influential of the ethnicities in the empire. They originate from the continent of Korvaris, the land where the Korvar species originated. The inhabitants of the Havros and Knalkrik Islands are also considered to be Korvar because of similar genes and culture. Physically, they are around medium height, and have either red or dark green scales. They have somewhat longer tails than other ethnic groups due to it being seen as attractive, and because the long tail helped to remain balanced on the trees in their early history. Their head spikes are also the longest of all ethnic groups. -wip-

Lyvr
Notable Lyvr: N/A

The Lyvr originated in the vast deserts of western Chelksrin, a vast, unforgiving land with little water and food. They are the oldest non-Korvar ethnic group, originating from the first few waves of migrants who left Korvar millennia ago. Their scales are typically a light and sandy in coloration, but can occasionally be much darker. They have a sinewy, yet still muscular build and are around the same height as the Korvar.

In many ways, the Lyvr are similar to the Korvar. Both are hungry for war and conquest, and both have a history of fighting amongst themselves. What's different is the reasoning for the fighting. The Korvar have been driven by faith and ideology, the Lyvr have been driven by both hatred and natural resources. Where loyalty lies also differs. In Korvar culture, loyalty to the state is most important. In Lyvr culture, one's dedication to their own tribe is far more important than to any nation. As a result, the Lyvr were very xenophobic and often attacked outsiders. This only began to change very late into pre-space history. Lyvr history was not always of bloodshed and war among themselves. Early in their history, they were unified under one empire: The Telkevon. The Telkevon were so successful in unifying the Lyvr because it was founded when most Lyvr still lived in one general area, making them easy to unite. The deep-rooted bitterness had yet to develop by this point. This changed when the empire began its decline and its leadership fell apart. Civil war quickly broke out as different parties fought for powe while at the same time developing bitterness and hatred for everyone else. To make matters worse, the culture of the region went under major shifts. The eastern half of the empire was influenced by both the Korvar and Sycer while the western half was influenced by the Lekon and to a lesser extent the Quolvri.

Syceran
Notable Syceran: Vier Elseron 

Description: The Syceran originate from the eastern region of Chelksrin. Separated by a vast and jagged mountain range that was nearly impossible to traverse and having a much more tropical climate compared to the west, the Syceran developed quite a different culture. Most Syceran have very light green scales, but closer to the coast many have blue colored scales, an unusual mutation that became very prominent in the region.

Lekon
Notable Lekon: Vier Varo

Description: The Lekon hail from the continent of Lekeron, a somewhat small continent that resides east of Korvaris. The first Lekon are believed to have migrated from both Chelksrin and Korvaros. Much of the continent is covered in a vast, mountainous desert, making it very hard to attack but also limiting living space. Their scale color ranges from a light shade of brown to Korvar-like red. They have the shortest tails and longest snouts of all ethnic groups, traits which have developed entirely because of vanity.

The Lekon have almost always been a very unified and community-oriented people. The small amount of living space on Lekeron helped to keep people together and form a unified government that had control over the entire continent. Though they have been close allies to the Korvar for centuries, they never developed the same militaristic aspirations that their neighbors had. The Lekon were generally more content with keeping to themselves and trading with the other empires. Instead of swords and armor, the Lekon are dedicated to the arts and philosophy. Many of the most famous artist and philosophers have been Lekon. Many still come to the Lekon to study their works and purchase Lekon-made crafts.

Avrin
Notable Avrin: Empress Vailovi

The Avrin hail from the lush jungles of Avron. They originated from a mix of ancient Lyvr and Lekon migrants who settled on the continent for its bountiful food and cooperative climate. In terms of physical appearance, the Avrin are among the tallest ethnic groups, standing taller than most Korvar by a few inches. Their skin is mostly green much like many Korvar, but have a noticeably darker shade. They are well known for being the one group of people that have not had their wings reduced in size over the past few centuries. If anything, they have actually gotten slightly larger.

The Avrin have always been an anomaly when compared to their neighbors. While their neighbors were focused on wars and expansion, the Avrin chose a path of nonviolence and isolation. They They strayed away from world events and avoided interaction with their neighbors unless they threatened the homeland. However, if one came to Avrin simply to travel or to move from one place to another, they were often left alone. Occasionally, people from Avrin would appear in other continents, usually attempting to preach an ideology of peace. Sadly for them, they were very often ignored, if not killed.

Much of the Avrin's early history has been lost or twisted into legend. For a long time, their history was passed down to the next generation by stories and legends told from memory rather then being written down. It was only during the rise of the second Korvar Empire did Avrin history start to be written down. Much of the written history tells of their interactions with the Lyvr, Lekon, and much later on, the Quolvri. From what is known, the Avrin have dealt the the Lyvr the longest of the three. Raiders from Lyvrn territory would occasionally come to Avrin coastal settlements in an attempt to sack them. The interactions with the Avrin and Lekon largely dealt with trade. The two were trading partners early on in recorded history. The Lekon would also sometimes help repel Lyvr raiders. The two drifted apart as the Korvar's influence within Lekon society grew and the Lekon became more militaristic.

In the decades leading up to the War of Unification, the Quolvri became close allies with the Avrin. At this point in history, the isolation of the Avrin was starting to hurt them more than it helped. They were behind technologically and did not have a defense force that would be capable of repelling invasions from their neighbors. The Quolvri attempted to help them by providing them technology and resources. The Avrin, however, believed that if they remained neutral in any conflict that they would be safe from attacks. Unfortunately for them, this did not ring true when war broke out. Indeed, they were one of the last nations left standing, but were attacked by a joint force of both Korvar and Lekon forces. By this time the Quolvri had already been defeated and were incapable of providing reinforcements. The Avrin surrendered not long after, sacrificing their autonomy for safety.

In modern times, the Avrin are a largely forgotten and ignored people. They are ambivalent towards the rest of the empire and tend to keep to themselves. They often group together and form their own small communities, most refusing to blend with other cultures. For the most part, they have retained much of their original culture and traditions. They do not agree with the empire's militaristic policies, but see fighting it as a fruitless endeavor that would waste lives. Instead, they have turned their efforts to helping other Korvar in non-violent ways, such as working as doctors and scientist. Resistance movements do exist, but they are seen by other Avrin as both pointless and brutish.

In the past two centuries or so, some notable individuals who are exceptions of the Avrin's traditions have arisen. Among these are empress Vailovi, the current wife of Emperor Zervath. Rather than follow the path of those around her, she embraced the mindset of the empire and rose up the ranks in the military to become a general before becoming a royal. Her and other individuals have led some to believe that Avrin culture is very slowly dying out, and that within the next few centuries Avrin culture will cease to exist. Only time will tell if they are correct.

The Avrin are often looked down upon by much of society, particularly by the Korvar and Lyvr. Their peaceful, isolated nature is seen as a sign of weakness and many believe that if it was not for the militaristic policies of the empire then the Avrin would have been destroyed or enslaved long ago. Individuals such as Vailovi are seen as examples that the rest of the Avrin should follow. At the same time, most tend to just ignore the Avrin and leave them to do their own thing so long as they keep within the law. Some extremist, however, see things differently. They wish to see the Avrin all destroyed. They see the Avrin as violators of the laws of the Goddess. These people are often singled out as lunatics and hypocrites by those around them. The law very clearly states that no Korvar is to be harmed unless they pose a risk to you or to your family, Indeed, the Avrin have not posed any threat to the Empire, and are unlikely to anytime soon.

Kalkrik
Notable Kalkrik: Cyrom Kartarak, Chief Cybernetics Engineer Nahtev

 Physical Description: The Kalkriks are the smallest ethnic group in the empire. They are descendents from refugees and runaways from both Korvaris and Quolvri who fled to evade imperialism and persecution. Their time on the icy continent and aversion to foreigners helped to retain most of their original culture, making them noticeably distinct from all other culture groups. Most Kalkriks have white colored scales, some being a light shade of grey. They are tied with the Quolvans as being the shortest of all ethnicities.

Quolvran
Notable Quolvran: N/A

 Physical Description: The Quolvran originate from the northwestern regions of Quolvri and are believed to be among the youngest of the major ethnic groups. Contrary to most other governments in history, the Quolvran had a much more democratic system of government, which put them at odds against most other empires. They are among the shortest ethnic groups, even shorter than the Kalkrik. Their scale color ranges from black to a dark grey.

Altrin
Notable Altrin: Valxelva Likaros, Priestess Qalrovah

Description: The superstitious and xenophobic Altrin developed in the northwestern regions of Quolvri. Cut off from the rest of the continent by jagged mountains and their own legends, the Altrin developed into a culture entirely different than the Quolvrians. The Altrin resemble the Quolvrians in many ways, such as a short stature and black scales. One would have to look at the finer details to tell them apart. Altrin have longer horns on their head, smaller wings, and have a deeper voice than their Quolvrian counterparts.

The Altrin originated in the northwestern regions of Quolvri. Due to most of the region being surrounded by jarsh mountains which made travel extremely difficult, they were isolated from the rest of the continent for a long time. In that time, they developed into a theocratic and xenophobic nation. The Quolvrians eventually found them, and initially tried supporting and uplifting the Altrin. Instead, the Altrin attacked them and stole from them. The two got into several wars over the centuries, some of which were fueled by the Altrin religious fanaticism. A few years before global unification, the Quolvrians finally managed to defeat the Altrin and occupied the territory. Shortly after, the Korvarian empire, taking advantage of the Quolvrian's weakened state, invaded and took over both groups.

Religion
Main page: Neivelin

Religious freedom is allowed within the Korvar Empire. The vast majority of the population still worships a deity, with only a small minority being atheist or agnostic. Most religious beliefs stim from Kovas. Though there are cases of more recent cases of folklore and superstitions forming on backwater worlds, most of which are small cults shunned by other parts of society.

Neivelon
The vast majority of Korvar, estimated between 75-80% of the population, follow a religion called Neivelon. Neivelon is an ancient religion that goes all the way back to the Korvar Kingdom on the homeworld, and survived to later influence the Korvarian Empire and mold them into who they are now. Many members of the royal family, including the emperor, are also followers of Neivelism.

Believers in Neveilon worship a goddess named Syleris. According the the holy text, Syleris created the physical universe we live in to test her creation, to see if they are worthy of entering the afterlife to live their days as part of her kin. Unlike many religions which would encourage peace and love between alien races, Neivelon does the opposite. To prove one's worth to Syleris is to rightfully claim what they believe is theirs through war. The weak, peaceful, and timid are efficiently killed off as they are seen as "failures" unworthy of being with the goddess. Meanwhile, the like-minded conquerors ally amongst themselves to spread across the stars and earn their rightful place in the afterlife. This lends itself to an intense belief that their way is the best way and that other races challenging that or being different may not deserve to exist.

Believers in Neivelism normally do not seek out to expand their religion and convert other races to it. It is possible to be accepted by Syleris without even knowing the she existed. This is because one proves themselves through their expansion and warring, rather than their faith in the Goddess. The Korvar are completely open to other races joining in on the religion, and usually will talk to others about it if the topic arises, or if they do indeed seek to convert others.

Unlike many gods, who would be there to help their spawn whenever prayed to or when they believe divine intervention is needed, Syleris is also different. As the created must prove themselves, they receive no divine help from the goddess herself, and must fend for themselves. The only exception being the ancestral spirits of a believer, who choose to come to the aid of their family when called upon.

Despite no divine assistance, the goddess did leave for them three "gifts" for the Korvar. These three gifts are water, light, and air. Water was the most important of the three, as it allowed them to cleanse themselves and provided life. Light brightened the darkened path and allowed the Korvar to see. Air was the most powerful, an invisible force that controlled the weather, and like water, was needed for survival. All three of these 'gifts' also have more destructive aspects to them. Water could rise up and sweep away the earth. Light could become blinding, and also represented destruction, such as by fire or volcanoes. Air could become fierce, tossing objects into the air and directing both water and fire.

Family
Korvar are social creatures that like the group up and stay with the ones they know. As such, families tend to be very large and tight-knit. Multiple generations of the same family tend to live together, or even within the same house if its possible. If they can't live in the same household, they will often try to live within the same city or apartment complex. Every adult in the family is expected to help support the rest of the family. This can include anything, from helping raise the children, to pitching in money so they can afford better housing or other expensive items. The drive to have large families helps to spur colonization in the frontier worlds as families will find the more spacious, resource rich worlds to settle down. It has also led to many cities being built to be fairly large and spacious.

Marriage is considered to be between one man and one woman. Larger marriages are uncommon, but allowed by law. Homosexual marriages are illegal, considered to be unnatural and an abomination of the natural order of life. Once married, couples have to decide where to live. Deciding to live on their own is rare and is generally frowned upon, so they normally make the decision to live in the housing of one or the others family based on a number of factors, such as finances and family size.

Most couples have a large amount of children over their lifetime. This is due to both nature and the pressures of their militaristic society. It is encouraged to have children so they can come into the work force and so they can serve the emperor in the armed forces. Some families can have upwards of twenty to thirty children, rarely even more. The entire family helps to raise and teach the children, showing them their crafts and preparing them for their future in the military. If a child returns from the military alive, they come back to live with their family until they find a mate.

Language


For all formal interaction within the Empire and with alien species, the Korvar use Krylgalon, a language which has its roots back in early history. Krylgadon is one of the more complex languages within the Empire. The alphabet is made up of dozens upon dozens of letters, each producing its own unique sound. Many of the letters are variations of parent letters. For instance, the letter for "ar" is the parent letter for "ah" and "al." This basically means that the letter for "ah" and "al" are based on a modified version of the letter "ar." Some of the noises that are produced are not audible on hearing range of many species, including humans. This helps to make the language excessively hard to understand and neigh impossible to properly speak.

Body language plays a very important role in communication as well. The tone and meaning of a word can be completely different depending on how the person is acting whenever they say it. One of the most important body parts used in body language are the wings. For example, a person raising their wings to make themselves appear bigger is being aggressive and intimidating, pulling back the wings and tilting the head shows curiosity.

Outside of formal conversations, other languages can be observed being spoken. One specific example is the language that the Kalkrik Confederacy used before being absorbed into the Korvarian Empire, Qualvo. The language has managed to survive thanks to the Kalkrik's stubbornly independent nature and long-time aversion to other cultures.

Education
Education consist of 10 primary grades and one pre-schooling class to help students prepare and teach them basic language skills. Children begin going to school around the age of five. These students learn the basics, such as math, language, science and history. Education within the empire is highly demanding, with students requiring high grades to succeed or fact starting all over. Most schools work around a nine hour schedule. Breaks between schoolwork are only done once a week, with the exception of holidays or time off for family or medical related issues. Because the children are drafted into the military once they are of age, students also have a rigorous physical education and are given basic skills to help them in the military and life.

Most children finish their primary education around the age of sixteen or seventeen. At this time they are not legally considered adults. To be considered an adult in society, they must pass through military training and fulfill the required service in the military. If they manage to survive and leave the military, they are considered legal adults within society. At this time many take education courses based on what jobs they are interested in, which function similarly to their primary education.

Civilian
The Korvar Empire is controlled by a supreme leader, either an emperor or empress. This individual has control over everything within the empire. The extended family of the emperor also form the royal family, the most powerful and influential family within the empire. Though the supreme ruler makes all official choices, the royal family can also put in its input, and many of them serve prominent positions within the military and government. The emperor has a small council of advisers, all of whom are considered the biggest experts in their field, to help their leader make decisions. Though most of them have no real say if the leader thinks differently. The Emperor can rule the empire for as long as he lives, though the option to step down and let someone else within the royal family take over does exist, albeit, it only happens rarely. Once the emperor dies or leaves office, the oldest of his children is declared the next ruler of the empire. If the emperor had no children, then the spouse will take control, or the closest relative. If no one from the Royal Family is there to take power, the military will take control.

Though the emperor has the final say in everything, all states within the emperor do have a form of self-government. Each planet has a governor in order to exert executive authority on the planet and to make sure the planet economically develop. They are also allowed to put forth laws or regulations specific to that planet, as long as they do not defy imperial law. The planets are not allowed to have any say in alien relations, however. They must also pay a tax to the government and answer to any of its inquiries. Frontier worlds that are not considered states do not have self-government. Instead, they are controlled and maintained by the military until they have developed enough to gain some independence from military rule.

Economy
The economy runs on a system quite similar to a free market. Corporations and individuals are allowed to own land and privately run their businesses without government intervention. This economic freedom has allowed companies to flourish within the empire and has helped to progress the Korvar technologically and economically. Though the majority of corporations do operate in the private sector, others work extensively with the government, especially when it comes to research and mining.

A large portion of the economy is backed up by their rapid production, trading, and constant warring with alien empires. Planetoids and asteroids are constantly being mined out for every last ounce of ore, while the Korvar war machine consumes alien empires and salvages what is left. This has made small empires, such as the Betel, almost irresistible targets for the war machine, as their small size and weak armies normally make them vulnerable targets. The Korvar also have an extensive trade network with their allied empires.

Transportation
The vast majority of transportation within the empire,both planet side and in space, is handled by mass transportation. The idea of personal transportation was never very common save for the early days of automobiles. The need to move large families and their belongings made sure to jump start development of mass transportation methods. Today, large groups of people and supplies can quickly and efficiently be moved across Korvar territory. Most civilian transportation is handled by privately owned corporations, with some exceptions which include the government and military, which use their own transportation network. All official transportation craft have at least a few CDF troops or soldiers inside in order to protect the passengers and keep order.

On the well developed planets, such as those in the Core, cities provide a a variety of ways to travel throughout the planet. Most cities have an intricate subway system connecting the city with the other cities on the planet. Ground side railways and bus stations are also prevalent, along with airways that are also suited for launching craft into space. On largely undeveloped frontier worlds with no mass transportation present, most people use large vehicles which can move up to 8 passengers.

Transportation in and out of the Empire is fairly limited. Civilians are generally not allowed to travel anywhere outside of the empire unless it is space owned by trusted allies or for the purpose of colonization. Likewise, aliens also have a hard time getting into the empire, needing to be checked by both the Korvar and the alien's own race. The alien must also be from allied empires, with all other being turned back or detained.

Fashion
Outside of the military, most civilians wear light, loose fitting clothing which wraps around the body like a coat or cloak. It is designed to be one single piece, rather than separated into shirts and pants. Clothing can be tightened around the waist and shoulders for colder weather, though most keep a second set of heavier, warmer clothing for such climates, or use heat-generating suits if they have the money. Clothing tends to be highly decorative and colorful, with many vibrant patterns and images weaved into the fabric.

Mask are also popular throughout the empire. These mask tend to be fairly large, and are carved into the visage of mighty creatures from mythology. These mask are particularly common at religious ceremonies and celebrations. Some mask have also been made in the visage of aliens, and are normally a sign of respect or even admiration of the race.

For the higher echelons of society, colors such as blue and purple are symbols of high status and wealth. Power Armor has also become a status symbol for the rich. Those who can afford it can purchase a custom made suit of fully functional power armor to their exact specifications. These suits tend to be much less practical for the military, being vibrant, colorful, and adorned with decorations.

Sports
The majority of sports are highly competitive and involve some form of combat. Friendly rivalries between towns, cities, and even entire planets have become a norm within the empire. Advances in technology and expansion into space have only helped to add to the variety of competitive sports. Advances have also helped to revive certain sports, as they previously had a bigger risk of being fatal to the competitors. Some sports are much more recent, such as competitive shooting.

The most popular and oldest sport involves combat between either two people or a group. Participants fight with either their hands or with blunt melee weapons. The rules vary by how it is set up. With melee fighting, the intention is to disarm or incapacitate the other person or team. With fighting with fist, the looser has to be knocked unconscious or forced down to the ground. The individuals who have become masters of this sport were called into the military to help train recruits learning how to use melee weaponry.

Holidays
 Gylsare 

Gylsare is a week long holiday celebrating both the new year and the supposed anniversary of the day the Goddess created the universe. It is the most significant holiday within the empire. The beginning of the festivities is marked with families offering sacrifices to the Goddess. It is quite common during this time that many alien prisoners are offered to the Goddess. These sacrifices are taken and cooked in massive bonfire and eaten in gigantic feast which also serve many other delicacies from across the empire.

Once the feast has concluded, the remainder of the week is spent celebrating. Many will spend hours praying to the Goddess and their ancestors while others will participate in fighting tournaments. The military also participates in the festivities, participating in marches throughout the empire. This is one of the very few times that a soldier is allowed to be sent home during their 15-year required military service, though they cannot go home if they are currently in a campaign.

 Sa'ter Orvain (Day of Unification)

Sa'ter Orvain celebrates the day the Korvar Empire won the War of Unification and unified the world under one banner. It is a day of military parades and paying respect to one's ancestors who were involved in the war, Korvar or not. Many families pay their respect and pray at the numerous cemeteries dedicated to those who died during the war.

 Xarteron Hakon (Emperor's Birthday)

Xarteron Hakon celebrates the birth of the current leader of the Empire. Many come in celebrate in the streets as the military parades through the cities. Many of the royals also come out and participate in the festivities. Xarteron Hakon has an interesting quirk in that it is the only holiday that changes dates. Once the emperor is replaced by his son, the date of the holiday changes to the birthday of the new monarch.

Nevelin
"At this point we may as well be brothers." - Overseer Selenos.

"While many were skeptical of having the Nevelin join our ranks, history has shown that it has been a significant boon to our nation." - Chronicler Haladas.

"Please take your discussions on high culture to the Lekon." - Anonymous officer.

Biology
The Nevelin are humanoid mammalians that range from 5 1/2 feet - 6 1/2 feet(1.6764-1.8288 meters) in height, with males usually being a few inches taller than females. They possess thick, hairless skin with a rough texture; the skin acts as a sort of biological 'armor' that protects them from predators. Their skin is naturally black or gray. Many suggest that new skin tones will develop as the Nevelin spread their people to new environments, though it will likely be many centuries before this begins to occur. Their eyes, meanwhile, can be blue, green, purple, violet, or yellow. They are omnivores, and can eat the vast majority of foods with little to no issue, though a notable exception within the empire is their inability to consume raw meat. Like Aeverian humans, they have an array of teeth, with pointed canines and incisors at the front and molars in the back of their jaw. Their thin, sometimes sinewy arms and hands end in four long, bony fingers that each possess pointed claws; this allowed them to find food in small, hard-to-reach spaces on their homeworld. The Nevelin's feet each have three toes; two in the front, and another in the back. Each toe has a hook-shaped claw and function similarly to fingers, being capable of gripping objects or curling into a fist. This allows the Nevelin to maintain their stability even on rough, rocky terrain. They are not a physically impressive race, an average Nevelin being on par with a physically fit human.

The Nevelin have clear, colorless blood when oxygenated rather than red blood. This blood is an amber-yellow color when not oxygenated. This is due to the fact that their blood chemistry is based on Coboglobin, which uses cobalt rather than iron. Coboglobin performs best in warm, oxygen-rich environments such as their homeworld, which has a significantly higher level of oxygen than most other terrestrial planets. Unfortunately, this means that the Nevelin perform very poorly in cold environments and will slowly begin to suffocate to death on planets with lower oxygen levels. In order to survive in such environments, the Nevelin wear special breathing equipment and have invested heavily into their terraforming technology.

The Nevelin use sexual reproduction between the male and female. Once the female is impregnated, she will carry the baby in her womb for about ten months before giving birth. The child will take about twenty years to reach maturity, and can live up to about 120 years naturally barring illness or injury.

Jaset
"I'm not sure the Jaset realize how lucky they are; if the emperor was any less patient. . . " - Overseer Garsav

"Despite their history, they're actually very competent fighters. Now if only they'd stop bickering for at least a few minutes." - Taern Noldora, co-commander of a Korvar-Jaset hybrid regiment.

"The very definition of a dysfunctional species." - Joldm Basur, Nevelus general.

Biology


Occasionally mistaken for Korvar at long distances, the Jaset are a race of sturdy reptilians that evolved on the hot, dry, deserts of Jasur. They have a purely carnivorous diet, consuming any sort of cooked or raw meat as well as the various insects that inhabited the jungles of their home planet. Their teeth and claws are sharp and curved, designed for tearing off hunks of flesh rather than holding unto prey. The Jaset are a species well known for their unusual development and extreme sexual dimorphism. Male Jaset, which range from 5 1/2 - 6 feet(1.6764-1.8288 meters) in height, are covered in dull, gray-green, scales which are smooth to the touch and overlap with each other. The scales can also be a dull red or brown, or even completely gray. On their back are two rows of short, blunt outcroppings of bone. They have a single keratin horn that is often used as a weapon to gore opponents. The frills on the side of their heads, which are a mating display, are pointed downward, and can be manually moved around. Their short, stiff tail is mostly unusable outside of maintaining their balance. Male Jaset primarily utilized endurance hunting to take down their prey. They pursue their prey as a pack, wearing out their food with constant pursuit or injuries. They can go two or three days without food before they begin to experience hunger.

Female Jaset, meanwhile, are much larger than the males, averaging 7-8 feet(2.1336-2.4384 meters) in height. Their scales are more vibrant and colorful than the males, with common colors being green, red, and brown with yellow, brown, or gray splotches spread throughout. Female Jaset, as well as the males, can have either red, green, yellow, or black colored eyes. They possess two horns, one smaller than the other, on their head, and their frills point straight outward rather than drooping down. They also do not possess the bony outcroppings on their back, instead having a very short 'sail' that goes down the length of their back before stopping at the base of the tail. Their tails are much longer and more flexible, allowing them to sometimes be used as weapons. Female Jaset are almost universally stronger than their male counterparts, though they aren't able to sprint quite as quickly as males can. During their evolution, Jaset females rarely went out to hunt, instead leaving the males to go out and collect food for them. This often left the mother[s] alone with their children, and is believed to be the main reason female Jaset evolved the way they did; males worked in packs to eliminate pray whereas the females often had to fight alone or in much smaller numbers to protect the young.

Jaset lay eggs and reproduce sexually with a male and a female. A single female will often mate with several males over a period of a few days, with each male usually fertilizing at least one of the female's eggs. After a few days, the female will then lay the eggs. At this point, hormones overflow the female and drive her to fiercely guard the eggs, making them a possible hazard even to her mates; as such, females are often left alone and excused of duties during this period unless absolutely necessary. Unlike Korvar eggs, the temperature has little impact on the gender of the hatchlings. After a few months, the newborns will break out of the eggs and will require a proportionally large amount of food in order to sustain a period of rapid growth that last for about a year. Jaset officially reach adulthood around the age of seventeen, and they will generally live up until about 80 or 90 years of age without medical or cybernetic assistance.

Zenura
"Everyone was laughing when we thought of the prospect of fighting the Zenura. Then we learned the definition of 'army of giants.'" - Erelak Nolva, one of the soldiers present during the first land engagement with Zenuran forces.

"Never underestimate someone compensating for their small stature." - Overseer Nalada.

"How did you get in there?!" - Anonymous Ilvera during their first training exercise with a Zenura.

Biology


The amphibious Zenura are omnivorous squids that originated in and around the cool forest and marshes of Foldom on the world of Zenur. They are a small species, the smallest member race within the Empire, in fact; they stand at a measly 3 1/2 - 4 1/2 feet(1.0668-1.2192 meters)in height. They posses eight limbs, four of which are used for locomotion while the other four are used for manipulating the environment. Their 'hands' are made up of three smaller, flexible tentacles which each end in small spines that inject a paralyzing venom into prey. Their feet are somewhat similar to cartilage, and possess enough strength to keep them standing upright while remaining somewhat flexible. When idle, Zenuran skin is soft and smooth, and has a brownish coloration with blue and yellow spots throughout. Just under the skin are several thousand chromatophores, as well as just as many rounded protuberances on the surface. The chromatophores allow the Zenura to manipulate their skin color while the protuberances modifies their texture to mimic the environment they are currently in, rendering them nearly invisible. Their large, circular eyes can be one of three colors; bright blue, teal, and yellow. They do not possess any bones, allowing the Zenura to be extremely flexible; they can fit inside of spaces smaller than themselves.

Zenuran blood utilizes haemocyanin rather than hemoglobin; haemocyanin is based on copper instead of iron. As a result, the Zenura have colorless blood that, when oxygenated, turns blue. They're a cold-blooded species. While underwater, regulating their temperature is a simple task; they need only to migrate to an area with a healthy temperature. Thus, when water is present, the Zenura will often stay in the water to regulate their temperature. While on land, if no nearby water is present and they're not wearing an environmental suit, the Zenura will stay inside or in the shade for as long as possible.

A typical Zenuran diet includes fruits, fish, insects, and certain vegetables. Their mouth is a sharp, durable beak that can easily bite off a hand within one or two bites. In front of the beak are six small tentacles which help to hold prey in place and assist in communication. They bite off a chunk from their meal and swallow it whole. These small chunks take longer to digest than chewed food, allowing the Zenura to go a fair amount of time between meals; though it isn't as long as what a Korvar is capable of. As they possess no lips, teeth, or tongue, the Zenura's only method of communication is through clicks, squeaks, growls, and their skin. The tentacles in front of their mouth are used to assist in speech; moving them in certain ways while talking affects how they sound, influencing the tone and volume. The skin is used to help convey their emotions and feelings. A fair amount of their vocalizations are also in a low-frequency tone, which has made the Zenuran language the most difficult to understand in the Empire.

The Zenura have well-developed eyesight and hearing, though their sense of smell suffers both on land and underwater; they can only perceive strong, nearby smells. Their ears are more suited towards low-frequency noises, which has resulted in many Zenura wearing hearing devices to help them perceive other noises and to communicate. The most impressive sense of the Zenura is their ability to detect and track even subtle vibrations through the water, ground, and air, making them excellent for detecting hostiles and tracking them down.

The Zenura are an egg-laying species that utilizes sexual reproduction. The reproduction process takes place entirely underwater; the female first lays several eggs in a secluded and safe location. Once this is done, the male comes and fertilizes the eggs. After a few months, the young Zenura come out as 'tadpoles' which have four fins and four tiny tentacles. Over the course of about three years, these tadpoles will metamorphosize into adolescents, their fins becoming arms and their size increasing in multitudes. Once the process is done, the Zenura will go from breathing in water to breathing air, and will come to land to finish maturing and live out the rest of their life. They will finish maturing by around the age of thirty, and can live up to the age of 250 barring crippling injury or illness. This life-span has been increased up to 300 with medicine and cybernetics.

Yin'vair
"With us, you will never be slaves again." - Empress Yivahn, shortly after the Yin'vair became an official member of the Korvar Empire.

"I'm glad to see we managed to remove the Yin'vair from the xenophobic bunker the Naelkva had forced them into." - Overseer Nralik

"I have never seen a being able to run so fast." - Anonymous marine.

Biology


The Yin'vair are large, reptilian, raptor-like creatures that evolved in the forests and plains of their homeworld, Nor'dak. They stand between 7 1/2 - 8 feet(2.286-2.4384 meters) in height and between 8 to 10 feet(2.4384-3.048 meters) in length

Technology
Though the Korvarians still possess advanced technology in their own right, the empire is still one of the less technology advanced empires in the galaxy. Change comes somewhat slowly in the empire thanks to their conservative nature and slow, careful approach to science. Many innovations are thanks to the studies of their scientist, though the Korvarians are well known for stealing and reverse-engineering technology from alien empires.

Robotic Augmentations
Due to the pressures of the medical field and the military, special emphasis has been put into developing efficient cybernetics and bionics. Many medical procedures relating to the replacing or repairing limbs have become trivial as a robotic replacement can quickly be produced and installed. Robotic life-support systems have also been developed that help keep a person alive after grievous injuries, or to just help keep someone alive well after their natural expiration date. These systems, being somewhat new, are still somewhat bulky and less efficient compared to other empires.

The military has devoted a large amount of resources in the development of combat augmentations for its soldiers. Many soldiers who have decided for extended or permanent service to the empire have received augmentations to help them perform better on the battlefield. A good example being many combat medics, who place robotic arms in place of their wings they they can more easily move around the metal parts from body armor.

Many also have the desire to go to the extreme end of augmentations, giving soldiers the option to replace most of their fleshy body with combat-oriented parts. A secret program was even created to help make the idea a reality. The program, called Project Orsaron, has been making steady progress thus far. It profited quite well from the brief war with the Margan, where many Margan corpses were secretly taken so they could be taken apart and reverse-engineered. The fruits of Orsaron's labors have yet to be fully realized, but they have already made great strides such as fully robotic limbs and organs.

Cloning
The Korvar's venture into cloning technology began near the end of the Sevalria War. Reconnaissance forces sent to an abandoned Bavrian military installation discovered the first cloning facilities deep in the facility's interior. Though the facility was abandoned and deactivated, the cloning stations still worked. A small number of such facilities would be discovered across the ruins of the Bavrian civilization. The facilities were carefully taken apart and moved inside of Korvar territory. After several attempts at replicating the technology, most of which ended in failure in one way or another, scientist were able to successfully replicate the cloning procedure

The cloning was an imperfect process. Clones still took several years to reach adulthood, and had to be carefully monitored to make sure nothing went wrong with the clones. However, given that clones could be raised to be completely loyal to the government and had no family connections, the idea of cloning became popular among the more atheistic scientist and military generals. In secrecy a small army of clones were created and deployed on small empires in order to gauge their effectiveness, and proved to be quite successful.

The concept of cloning quickly turned into a controversial topic among the government and upper echelons of the military. Many were opposed to cloning for ethical reasons. They claimed that using the clones as expendable soldiers was both immoral and expensive. The religious community was outraged, stating how the cloned have no souls and that if they died, they would have no life after death. Many went as far as to declare the cloning a heresy. Others claimed that they were misinterpreting the holy text and that they would manage to go into the afterlife, and that having the clones could protect the lives of "more important" non-cloned individuals.

In the end, the Emperor sided with those opposed to cloning. He commanded that all living clones be given the choice to either serve in the military or settle on a secluded planet until death. Those who chose to serve were once again put to use on the smaller, uneventful fronts in order to not attract any attention. He also ordered that all cloning facilities be deconstructed and brought to Kovas, where they were stored somewhere in Galderis Fortress. The debate about cloning continues for many within the military and scientific community, though little progress has been made on the technology since then. Little information of this has reached the general public, and the facts are mingled with speculation and rumors.

Imperial Armed Forces
Main Page:Korvar Military

The Royal Family
The ruling family of the Korvar Empire. The Royal family are descended from three separate royal families that merged together after the Great World War as part of their unification: the original family of the Korvar Empire, the remnants of the Lekon royal family, and the ruling council of the Lyvairn Dominion. As previously mentioned, most members of the Royal Family serve as military or government officials. Because of the busy lives of the adults, the children are normally raised by their respective parents rather than everyone. They also have much more rigorous education courses and training exercises in order to get them ready for their positions within society.

Warlord Pact
The Korvar are open to other Warlord-affiliated empires and wishes to ally with as many of them as possible, many seeing it as a continuation of the commands the goddess had given them. Some in the empire are wary though, particularly of the Margan, given their xenophobic, genocidal nature putting many on edge.

Margan Empire
Status: Alliance 

"They are like a strange perversion of what the Goddess had created us for. On one hand, they cleanse the universe of the unworthy and continue to prove themselves worthy of being in the goddess' kin. On the other hand, their xenophobic nature will eventually bring them to conflict against us, at least that is how it seems. We will have to remain diligent and cautious with this race." - Ambassador Orvah, a few hours after the peace talks with the Golden Blade Dynasty.

"We are not true allies. They are tools, a means to an end. Once the Peacekeepers are gone, we can deal with these beast." - Emperor Zervath

"I will only work with them for so long. If I could, I would have them butchered and their leaders fed to Karnas. Alive." - Vier Varo to Xelva Ahkavas shortly after the peace treaty was signed.

As it currently stands, the Korvar Empire and Margan are allies. For a brief time during the Korvar's entry into the War, the Margan were attacking the Korvar in order to test their merit. Eventually the Korvar won and were formally entered into the Warlord Pact. Many do not believe the Margan, believing their highly xenophobic and genocidal nature will bring them to conflict with the Korvar down the line.

The Xeverra
Status: Alliance 

"Something seems....off about them. I don't know what it is, they creep me out." - Anonymous soldier.

"Their ideology is strange to say the least, but we have common enemies and want the same conclusion to the conflict. I am perfectly fine with working with them." - Field Commander currently in joint Korvar-Xeverra operations.

The Korvar first encountered the Xeverra during fighting in the Betel warfront. The two quickly became friendly on the field and began cooperating together against Betel forces. An official alliance followed shortly after. The Empire as a whole see the Xeverra's ideology as quite strange, but are willing to accept and work with it.

IAE
Status: Alliance 

"They possess a powerful military and have the backbone to use it. Their technology is superior to ours in many ways, especially when it comes to energy weaponry and space travel. I may not agree with all of their philosophies, but they are valuable allies, we must work with them more in the future." - Diplomat Orvah.

Zaretian Monarchy
Status: Alliance 

"They are perhaps the closest an alien race has come to being what the Goddess envisioned. Their military is vast and powerful, a true sight to behold. I am truly glad to be on their side in this conflict." - Diplomat Orvah

"For too long the Monarchy has been besieged by the Aeveria menace! The time has come to strike back, to destroy what they hold dear, and to free our ally from grasp of these beasts!"- Valxelva Likaros shortly after the Warlord Conference.

The Korvar as a whole like the Zaretian Monarchy much more than some of the other races in the Warlord Alliance and wish to become close allies with them. They view the Monarchy as being in good moral standing and view their king as a sort of savior for taking control and putting the Zaretians in their militaristic path. Improving relations and keeping Breys in power were two main reasons the Korvar became involved in the combined-offensive against the Aeveria Confederation.

Asanian Syndicate
Status: Neutral 

"I could write an entire novel about everything that is wrong with them." - Vier Varo.

"We are on the same side, but that does not mean I wish to work with them. I cannot put up with what they stand for." - Emperor Zervath.

Though on the same side in the Great War, the Korvar wish to keep their distance when it comes to the Asanians. They despise Asanian culture and leadership, seeing it as a dystopian horror show. Their heavy use of cannon-fodder tactics has made them even more unpopular among the military. Many generals have said that they outright refuse to ever work with them unless it is deemed absolutely necessary.

Peacekeeper Alliance
The Korvar believe the Peacekeeper alliance is a threat to their agenda and survival. Because of this, all Peacekeeper-aligned empires are considered major threats.

Empire of Diablos
Status: War 

"It truly is a shame that they chose the wrong side in this war; I would have enjoyed having another ally I could truly trust in this alliance. Now, Diablos and her people will burn." - Vier Varo Arvintis

Korvar forces have recently begun engaging Diabloian forces around their border planets. The Diabloian front is being commanded by Vier Varo. In the short time since fighting began, the Korvar have already developed a respect for the Diabloian Empire. Many praise their military strength and the fighting prowess of their infantry. Diabloian forces have proven very effective against Korvar forces early on in a battle, leading to them scoring several early victories, though Varo's forces have scored their own share of victories.

Betel Recyclers
Status: War 

"Trash. Both literally and figuratively." - Diplomat Orvah

"Cowards." - Vier Varo

"Their time will come, they cannot hold us back forever." - Commander Syrelia

The Betel Recyclers are the second Peacekeeper race the Korvar have encountered. At first, the Korvar thought the Betel were just another, albeit slightly more primitive, Peacekeeper race that they would have to crush. However, more observation quickly discovered that Betel worlds are covered in metal and trash, basically being gigantic resource nodes. As such, a plan was made to sweep through Betel territory, claiming the trash worlds and eliminating the Betel at the same time.

Upon first contact with the Betel, the Korvar were beaten back and retreated. However, further pushes into Betel territory have resulted in several victories and many Betel casualties. Their forces are slowly but surely approaching the important refuse planets with no sign at the moment of stopping.

Aeveria Confederation
Status: War 

"They will face justice for their crimes against the Zaretian Monarchy and its people. The Aeverians will weep as their world's burn and their people are sacrificed to Vahlsrod." - Valxelva Likaros

Karahotdoum Empire
Status: War 

"Ok I will admit it. I like their music. There I said it." - Anonymous soldier

"Tell me again how they see?" - Anonymous Officer

"Some of these Betel have noticeably improved in their fighting ability, I'm actually getting slightly worried." - A very sarcastic Soldier.

As it stands currently, the Korvar have not had any direct interaction with the Karahotdoum Empire. However, there are some Karahotdoum in the Betel front helping to train the Betel military. Many desire to seek to strike them directly, but no such plans have been created yet.

Sauran Solidarity
Status: War 

"This war has made the Sauran into an example. They show others why the way of 'peace' will inevitably lead to destruction." - Likaros.

"They deserve everything they have received." - Vier Varo.

The Rach
Status: War 

"Command, we need a bomb disposal squad at the armory. Somebody managed to rob everything but left a boot. We think it might have a bomb in it." - Anonymous squad leader.

Though the Rach and the Korvar have yet to officially encounter one another, the Korvar have been closely monitoring the region affected by the Great War to ensure that Rach intrusion is kept to a minimum. Out of all the Peacekeepers, the Korvar have a special fear of the Rach. They know what such a stealthy species is capable of doing to their supply lines and command structure, and have grown paranoid about assassinations and sabotage. Extensive work is being done in the realm of anti-stealth technology, but it is still not efficient enough to completely halt Rach stealth tactics.

Luminarians
Status: War 

"Is this some sort of sick joke?" - Anonymous Shock Trooper

"It's strange to think that these massive war machines were created by midgets."- Vier Varo

"We need something bigger." - Anonymous engineer.

Thus far, the Korvar have had no official engagements with the Luminarian Empire. Most of their information comes from records and the other warlords. As a whole, the Korvar are impressed by their military technology, especially their mechs and battlestations. Many can also sympathize with their core values, mostly the philosophy of preserving their lives. Engineers have already begun looking into the possibility of creating battlestation-sized machines, but the technology to put them together, and the plans of what they would even be, do not yet exist.

Kastalian Survivors
"You cannot run away from fate, your time in this universe has come to an end." - Anonymous Taern.

Delani Republic
Relation Status: N/A, empire destroyed

Military forces engaged the Delani early into their involvement into the war. By this time the Delani were already weakened by attacks from other Warlord, like the Asanian Syndicate. Direct engagements with the Delani were largely pulled back once the Margan began attacking. Since then, the Delani Republic has been destroyed. No effort has been made to hunt any survivors down, but they have attempted salvaging what they could from Delani remnants.

Holy Nepharian Empire
Status: Neutral 

The Nepharian empire was the first empire officially attacked by the Korvar on a on remote mining world. This attack was mostly done because of the resources on the planet. It turned out to be an isolated incident, as the Korvar quickly became more involved in the Peacekeeper-Warlord conflict and decided to leave neutral forces alone unless they prove to be a risk or prove advantageous to try and conquer. Nepharian forces have yet to respond to the attack, though troops near and on the conquered world remain on standby.

Khasii Consulate
Status: War 

"A goldmine of riches and resources, hidden behind a wall of pompous, egotistical bird-men." - Vier Varo

"Your third eye provides you enlightenment, you say? let's see how long that gets you here." A Shock Trooper moments before impaling a prisoner's third eye.

".....What is this even supposed to be?!" - A soldier observing a Khasii painting.

Transmetallic Confederation
Status: Neutral 

The Wingle Union
Status: Neutral 

"We will deal with these complacent fools later." - Vier Varo

The Korvar have little information regarding the Wingle Union. From what information they do have, they seem to be a complacent, weak race. One that is too focused on neutrality and peace. Nevertheless, few resources have been put towards an assault against them due to their apparent inactivity and due to the presence of much more apparent enemies such as the Peacekeepers.

The Gronian Imperium
Status: Neutral 

Zorock Republic
Status: War 

"They demand "freedom" and "peace," yet all they bring is death and warfare. They are nothing more than liars and hypocrites who, if they win, will force all to follow their rules. We will exterminate them, there is nothing more to it." - Vier Varo

"I respect their military, but I would much rather see them all eviscerated and burned alive." - Commander Syrelia

The Korvar and Zorock have had been at war since they first encountered each other a little over 27 years ago. The Kingdom launched an all-out offensive against the Empire in an effort to wipe out the Korvar and end their expansion and genocide forever. Though initially successful, the Korvar counter-offensive forced Zorock troops out and back to the border. Since then it has been a stalemate, with neither side gaining or losing any significant ground. The border colonies have long been abandoned and replaced with military installations.

Nalstros Space Pirates
Status: War 

"Persistent. Very persistent." - Anti-pirating division soldier.

"They are a constant threat to the outer colonies. One minute you'll be fine and then suddenly they're raining from the sky and stealing everything in sight." - Commander in the anti-pirating division.

For as long as any can remember, the Nalstros have been a persistent nuisance to the Korvar Empire. Though they pose little threat to the more developed colonies and military fortress worlds, the danger they post to the outer colonies cannot be ignored. A large and well-funded division of troops dedicating to hunting down and repelling the Nalstros was formed quite some time ago and has been fairly successful at repelling raids, if they can respond in time.

Biomatter Hordes
'''Status: War. '''

"I'd rather be the personal manslave of the Peacekeepers than absorbed into the horde." - Anonymous soldier

"They are a blight upon the universe. They seek nothing more than the assimilation and enslavement of us all. We must not waste time in destroying them." - A commander within the Anti-Biomatter brigade.

"Rally to me, brothers and sisters! Together we shall cure the world of this demented blight!"

The Korvar's first encountered the Biomatter very shortly before entering the Great War. Since then, incidents have begun popping up in the frontier worlds, albeit slowly. While most incidents have been minor, a small number of worlds have been lost to the creatures. Many are terrified of the potential threat the creatures pose to the empire, as the Korvar currently have little understanding of what exactly the Biomatter are or where they come from. Recently, a task force was created with the task of responding to attacks from the Biomatter and to wipe out any infected planets with any means available. There have also been secret meetings to see if they can somehow join up with another task force in order to receive their experience with the creatures.

Ulqo Sovereignty
"Traitors. I can understand if they do not believe in the Goddess. But abandoning your own people? Running away from the responsibilities that are required of you? They have committed treason, they must be punished."

"You forced us to do this to you, we never wanted to hurt you." - Unidentified Soldier to a group of captured Ulqo soldiers.

The relationship between the Korvar and Ulqo is an unusual one. The Korvar are furious at the Ulqo for having fled from the empire and are seen as traitors throughout society. On the other hand, most do not wish to kill off the Ulqo. They want the Ulqo to face punishment, but still see them as a part of the empire and wish to see them absorbed back in. When an Ulqo settlement is discovered, the response units will attempt to get them to surrender, and will only fight them if they resist.

Trivia

 * Back in their early creature stage, the Korvar developed a symbiosis with a small bird creature. The bird would clean their teeth while they were sunbathing far back in the earliest days of their evolution. Given it is still a fairly common practice for many to bask in the sun in the early morning, and the fact that many keep the bird as pets, the symbiosis never went away, and still continues to this day.


 * The Korvar's name for the Milky Way galaxy is Keros Valeris, which roughly translates to "Sacred Home."