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| − | The [[Lords of Thunder]] is a [[K'kree]] [[polity]] located in [[Luretiir!girr Sector]], with influence in [[Gateway Sector]] and [[Gh!hken Sector]]. To the K'kree is | + | The [[Lords of Thunder]] is a [[K'kree]] [[polity]] located in [[Luretiir!girr Sector]], with influence in [[Gateway Sector]] and [[Gh!hken Sector]]. To the K'kree it is known as ''Xuruk'xaar'keer!'' |
=== Astronavigational Codes === | === Astronavigational Codes === | ||
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== Description (Specifications) == | == Description (Specifications) == | ||
| − | This is a relatively small (but expanding) [[K'kree]] state located between the [[Gateway Sector]] and the [[Two Thousand Worlds]]. It is independent of the | + | This is a relatively small (but expanding) [[K'kree]] state located between the [[Gateway Sector]] and the [[Two Thousand Worlds]]. It is independent of the latter, having been founded by exiled extremists who challenged current K'kree policy. |
=== Goals === | === Goals === | ||
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=== Government & Politics === | === Government & Politics === | ||
| − | The K'kree ''Lords of Thunder'' government is highly conservative, adhering to the ideals of K'kree herd governance in what they see as its original form. | + | The K'kree '''Lords of Thunder''' government is highly conservative, adhering to the ideals of K'kree herd governance in what they see as its original form. |
| − | * The regionally trusted K'kree clients within and near the Two Thousand Worlds, such as the [[Hag'hg'k]] and the [[Xaruah]], are barely tolerated in Thunder space, and [[Humaniti]] is not trusted at all, regardless of credentials. The Human settled worlds conquered by the Thunder were cut off from outside contact as they were | + | * The regionally trusted K'kree clients within and near the Two Thousand Worlds, such as the [[Hag'hg'k]] and the [[Xaruah]], are barely tolerated in Thunder space, and [[Humaniti]] is not trusted at all, regardless of credentials. The Human settled worlds conquered by the Thunder were cut off from outside contact as they were annexed, though some of the populace escaped at the time. |
| − | * The Lords' call for an immediate crusade against meat-eaters has led to unresolved tensions in much of the [[Gateway Sector|Gateway]] region spinward of the [[Two Thousand Worlds]]. Despite this militant position, the Thunder also engages in diplomacy and trade with more distant states in the [[Gateway]], often attempting to pass as missions from the mainstream K'kree client states or even [[ | + | * The Lords' call for an immediate crusade against meat-eaters has led to unresolved tensions in much of the [[Gateway Sector|Gateway]] region spinward of the [[Two Thousand Worlds]]. Despite this militant position, the Thunder also engages in diplomacy and trade with more distant states in the [[Domain of Gateway|Gateway]], often attempting to pass as missions from the mainstream K'kree client states or even the [[Two Thousand Worlds]] itself. |
* For information on the forms of governments used in the [[Two Thousand Worlds]], please see [[K'Kree]] or [[K'Kree (government)]]. | * For information on the forms of governments used in the [[Two Thousand Worlds]], please see [[K'Kree]] or [[K'Kree (government)]]. | ||
=== Technology & Trade === | === Technology & Trade === | ||
| − | The | + | The [[Lords of Thunder]] are not the most technologically-advanced power in [[Luretiir!girr Sector]], but are the most aggressive. |
| − | * Some estimate | + | * Some estimate the average technology level of Lords of Thunder installations and outposts to be at least [[TL-9]] to [[TL-11|11]]. |
| − | * Some observers doubt that they have mastered any [[TL-14]] or [[TL-15|15]] technologies. However, many military analysts believe that the | + | * Some observers doubt that they have mastered any [[TL-14]] or [[TL-15|15]] technologies. However, many military analysts believe that the Lords of Thunder have purchased more advanced weaponry from arms merchants or have illicit connections in the [[Two Thousand Worlds]]. |
=== Military & Intelligence === | === Military & Intelligence === | ||
| − | * The | + | * The [[Lords of Thunder]] have built powerful space navies and constitute a significant threat to less technologically-advanced powers including almost all of their regional neighbors. Only the [[Ka'ra Mandate]] and the [[Two Thousand Worlds]] are clearly superior technologically. |
* Intelligence gathering within the space held by the Lords of Thunder is made more difficult by their repudiation of any functional client races. What little is known of their military bases and fleet strengths has been collected at great risk, and often with help from more capable states further spinward. | * Intelligence gathering within the space held by the Lords of Thunder is made more difficult by their repudiation of any functional client races. What little is known of their military bases and fleet strengths has been collected at great risk, and often with help from more capable states further spinward. | ||
* The Thunder have generally been able to roll over planetary defenses as they crossed [[Luretiir!girr Sector]], though it has taken two hundred years to do so. | * The Thunder have generally been able to roll over planetary defenses as they crossed [[Luretiir!girr Sector]], though it has taken two hundred years to do so. | ||
| − | * While detailed dissections of their ships have not been possible, observers and analysts have concluded that the Thunder have been honing the traditional K'kree naval techniques to function against resisting foes, an adjustment from the pure siege and reduction techniques used by the [[Two Thousand Worlds]] since the end of the Crusade. | + | * While detailed dissections of their ships have not been possible, observers and analysts have concluded that the Thunder have been honing the traditional [[K'kree]] naval techniques to function against resisting foes, an adjustment from the pure siege and reduction techniques used by the [[Two Thousand Worlds]] since the end of the Crusade. |
== [[World]]s & [[Sector]]s ([[Astrography]]) == | == [[World]]s & [[Sector]]s ([[Astrography]]) == | ||
Latest revision as of 22:09, 9 August 2025
The Lords of Thunder is a K'kree polity located in Luretiir!girr Sector, with influence in Gateway Sector and Gh!hken Sector. To the K'kree it is known as Xuruk'xaar'keer!
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| Polity | Survey | Code | Type | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| None | Pre-Imperial | None | No standard code | None |
| None | 1st Survey (300) | None | 2-ltr code | None |
| Lords of Thunder | IISS Scout Observations (1106) | LoTh | 4-ltr code | None |
Description (Specifications)[edit]
This is a relatively small (but expanding) K'kree state located between the Gateway Sector and the Two Thousand Worlds. It is independent of the latter, having been founded by exiled extremists who challenged current K'kree policy.
Goals[edit]
The Lords are a group of K'kree reactionaries who believe that mainstream K'kree society, and the leadership of the Two Thousand Worlds, is not aggressive enough in its posture against meat-eating races.
History & Background (Dossier)[edit]
Founded in the late 800s (in or around 885 Imperial) by a group of K'kree exiled by the Two Thousand Worlds, the Lords of Thunder overcame the conditions on the world they were stranded at and have begun a slow march across Luretiir!girr Sector, conquering and absorbing systems and populations where possible, and laying waste where necessary. As of 1105 they threaten the Renkard Union's trailing worlds with clear intent: Surrender and perhaps be spared.
Government & Politics[edit]
The K'kree Lords of Thunder government is highly conservative, adhering to the ideals of K'kree herd governance in what they see as its original form.
- The regionally trusted K'kree clients within and near the Two Thousand Worlds, such as the Hag'hg'k and the Xaruah, are barely tolerated in Thunder space, and Humaniti is not trusted at all, regardless of credentials. The Human settled worlds conquered by the Thunder were cut off from outside contact as they were annexed, though some of the populace escaped at the time.
- The Lords' call for an immediate crusade against meat-eaters has led to unresolved tensions in much of the Gateway region spinward of the Two Thousand Worlds. Despite this militant position, the Thunder also engages in diplomacy and trade with more distant states in the Gateway, often attempting to pass as missions from the mainstream K'kree client states or even the Two Thousand Worlds itself.
- For information on the forms of governments used in the Two Thousand Worlds, please see K'Kree or K'Kree (government).
Technology & Trade[edit]
The Lords of Thunder are not the most technologically-advanced power in Luretiir!girr Sector, but are the most aggressive.
- Some estimate the average technology level of Lords of Thunder installations and outposts to be at least TL-9 to 11.
- Some observers doubt that they have mastered any TL-14 or 15 technologies. However, many military analysts believe that the Lords of Thunder have purchased more advanced weaponry from arms merchants or have illicit connections in the Two Thousand Worlds.
Military & Intelligence[edit]
- The Lords of Thunder have built powerful space navies and constitute a significant threat to less technologically-advanced powers including almost all of their regional neighbors. Only the Ka'ra Mandate and the Two Thousand Worlds are clearly superior technologically.
- Intelligence gathering within the space held by the Lords of Thunder is made more difficult by their repudiation of any functional client races. What little is known of their military bases and fleet strengths has been collected at great risk, and often with help from more capable states further spinward.
- The Thunder have generally been able to roll over planetary defenses as they crossed Luretiir!girr Sector, though it has taken two hundred years to do so.
- While detailed dissections of their ships have not been possible, observers and analysts have concluded that the Thunder have been honing the traditional K'kree naval techniques to function against resisting foes, an adjustment from the pure siege and reduction techniques used by the Two Thousand Worlds since the end of the Crusade.
Worlds & Sectors (Astrography)[edit]
This polity can be primarily found in the following areas:
Charted Space:
- Luretiir!girr Sector
- Kr'kai Subsector: The location of their "homeworld".
- Ruraak Subsector: Where much of their industrial capability is based.
- Kukaxtooa Subsector
- Kodotai Subsector
- Renkard Subsector: A slow growth front for their expansion.
- Hammond Subsector: The most recent front for successful growth.
- Linder Subsector
- Gateway Sector, entirely as scattered outposts and secret caches.
- Farina Subsector
- Riftin Subsector
- Nations in Gateway have come to use the general term Renkard Worlds to refer to systems under potential threat from Lords of Thunder expansion.
- Gh!hken Sector
- There are reputedly several bases in the rimward parts of this sector, but none have been confirmed.
- Numbis Sector
Capital: 1105[edit]
The capital of this polity is located in the following location:
- (Luretiir!girr 2220)
World Listing: 1105[edit]
The following systems and worlds are a part of this polity:
References & Contributors (Sources)[edit]
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- Joe Fugate. "Lords of Thunder." MegaTraveller Journal 4 (1993): .
- Martin Dougherty, Hunter Gordon. Gateway to Destiny (QuikLink Interactive, 2004), .
- Gateway Quadrant Wiki
- Author & Contributor: James Kundert