Zelphic Primacy
The Zelphic Primacy is a small polity located within Far Frontiers Sector.
- It lies within Cabala Subsector.
- It is a Zhodani ally.
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| Polity | Survey | Code | Type | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zelphic Primacy | Pre-Imperial | None | None | Not extant |
| Zelphic Primacy | 1st Survey (300) | Zp | None | Founded circa 50 |
| Zelphic Primacy | 2nd Survey (1065) | ZePr | 4-ltr code |
Description (Specifications)[edit]
The Zelphic Primacy is the oldest extant state in Far Frontiers Sector, having been formed circa 50, when Zelpha colonized Primus. It continued founding colonies on other surrounding worlds until it reached its current size circa 400. It has remained staunchly pro-Zhodani throughout that time, despite Imperial-backed efforts to destabilize the state and at least one attempt to engineer a coup.
As recently as 1050, the Primacy clashed with the Biumvirate over the planets Gosspach and Hollader. After increasing evidence showed the possibility of a Primacy attack on these neutral worlds, the Biumvirate sent a naval squadron to each one, leading to a major battle at Gosspach with considerable losses on both sides. It is now believed that this evidence was fabricated, part of an elaborate plot to draw the Primacy into a conflict against multiple foes.
Government & Politics (Leadership)[edit]
No information yet available.
Goals[edit]
- Regional stability (with a generally pro-Zhodani stance).
- Maintenance of trade and commerce with the Zhodani Consulate.
- Protection from expansionist or aggressive neighbors.
Interstellar Relations[edit]
Relations with the other pro-Zhodani states... are cordial. However, with the exception of the Haladon Cooperative (due to its aggressive mercantile policies) the Primacy has no contact or diplomatic missions with any pro-Imperial government in the region.
Military & Intelligence[edit]
Despite political maneuvering by the Imperium, the Primacy has retained control of four of its neighboring systems since the 5th century. These worlds were colonized from Zelpha with Zhodani assistance and named in the order that they were settled. With continuing aid from the Consulate it seems unlikely that the Imperium or any of the neighboring pro-Imperial states will effect a change of government in the near future.
History & Background (Dossier)[edit]
An extremely pro-Zhodani state in the Cabala Subsector. The Zelphics are humans of Solomani/Vilani stock who have taken on the Zhodani society as their own...
Zelpha, the capital of the Primacy, has trade agreements with the Consulate effective from before the founding of the Imperium. As the Primacy expanded, those same agreements were extended to other member worlds. This ongoing commerce and support has given the Zelphics a high standard of living and has generated a great deal of goodwill towards the Zhodani and the Consulate.
Demographics[edit]
Significant populations of the following sophont races reside within this polity:
- Humaniti (human races)
- Mixed Heritage.
- Solomani (major race): Many individuals have Solomani ancestry.
- Vilani (major race): Many individuals have Vilani ancestry.
- Vlazhdumecta (human minor race): Present in small numbers.
- Zhodani (major race): Living within the polity in increasing numbers.
- Non-Human Races
- Bosaki of Bosak (Minor Race): Frequently encountered within the Primacy, principally merchants and traders.
- Droyne of Eskayloyt (Major Race): Occasionally encountered within the Primacy.
Linguistic Topography[edit]
- Local languages descended from Vlazhdumecta.
- Riftian Anglic, a dialect of one of the two principal languages of the Imperium.
- Vilani, one of the two principal languages of the Imperium.
- Zdetl, the language of the Zhodani and the Zhodani Consulate.
Symbols[edit]
The Primacy insignia is three equidistant suns (starbursts) within a dark circle.
- The use of starbursts is symbolic of the population's Imperial origins.
- The three suns are said to represent the three human major races; the Vilani, the Solomani, and above them the Zhodani.
- The shape of the symbol is similar to the Zhodani trefoil, denoting the state's close ties to the Consulate.
Major Historical Events Timeline[edit]
These are some of the more important historical events that have affected this polity and the wider region it lies within:
- −5823: The Zhodani Consulate is established.
- the year 0: To trailing, the Third Imperium is founded: the Long Night comes to an end.
- circa 50: The Zelphic Primacy is formed.
- 58: The Primacy initiates trade with the Zhodani Consulate.
- 300-420: The Imperial First Survey charts the region.
- circa 400: The Primacy reaches its current size.
- 979-986: The Third Frontier War.
- 995-1065: The Imperial Second Survey charts the region.
- 1050: The Zelphic Primacy clashes with the Biumvirate over several border worlds.
- 1065: The Second Survey is published.
- 1082-1084: The Fourth Frontier War (the "False War").
- 1107-1110: The Fifth Frontier War.
Worlds & Sectors (Astrography)[edit]
This polity is located in the following areas:
Capital[edit]
The capital of this polity is located at:
- Zelpha, a long-settled high population world.
World Listing[edit]
Comprehensive Second Survey data for all worlds lying within the Cooperative is available.
- The primary source material for all data is Traveller Map.
- Data is occasionally updated as new information becomes available.
AAB library archives contain expanded data about the following systems:
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Verified updated data is constantly sought.
- Scouting missions gathering reliable, verified data can receive substantial payment.
References & Contributors (Sources)[edit]
- Periodical: Traveller Chronicle 4