Science Directive

= Overview =

The Science Directive, or simply known as The Directive, is perhaps one of the largest group of scientists working alongside each other with The Remusian Republic. The Directive is overseen by the Technocratic Council, and projects must be submitted and approved by them. Almost every Remusian aspires to be a part of them, as scientific research is a big part of Remusian culture. The Directive has existed since the founding of Civilization, though not nearly in as much complexity as it is now.

Becoming a Part of The Directive
After completing the already rigorous process that the Remusian education system offers, those wishing to participate in the Science Directive must undertake the Empire Scientific Assessment, know universally as the ESA. This examination is given to test the knowledge of theory and ethical procedures, as well as the ability to solve and collaborate on projects together.

The ESA is composed of several components:
 * A large application of theory from every conceivable field of science.
 * A laboratory practicality section, combines the use of theory, procedures and ethics.
 * Another, shorter, laboratory section, focusing on collaborative work between competitors.
 * Construct a unique study to investigate an area of interest; typically what they would specialize in their education.

Hyperlane Portal Drive
The Hyperlane portal Drive, or HPD, is an interstellar drive based off the original blueprints developed on Remusia. The HPD taps into an interconnected network of "hyperlanes". The HPD functions in a similar manner to a Warp Drive, entering what the Directive refers to as "hyperspace". The Directive has had little discourse with others empires with access to the Warp, and because of the little amount of time spent between jumps, they are unsure if they can make an accurate comparison. The only discernible difference being the HPD makes use of the "network" of hyperlanes, and can only travel between systems connected to them.