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== Description / Specifications == | == Description / Specifications == | ||
Ratatta Subsector is a largely unpopulated and undeveloped wilderness. Some worlds within the region have never had an [[Sophont|intelligent being]] visit them. | Ratatta Subsector is a largely unpopulated and undeveloped wilderness. Some worlds within the region have never had an [[Sophont|intelligent being]] visit them. | ||
| − | * Its | + | * Its systems comprise part of the ''Outer Loop'', a ring of [[Jump Drive|jump-3-accessable]] systems that surround the [[Hudson Expanse]] rift region. |
* The resources of the subsector are for the most part untapped. | * The resources of the subsector are for the most part untapped. | ||
=== Astrographic Features & Trade Routes: 1105 === | === Astrographic Features & Trade Routes: 1105 === | ||
| + | [[File:Subsector B Ratatta Star Chart.png|250 px|right|thumbnail|(Chart sourced from Traveller Map).]] | ||
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The following [[astrographic feature|astrographic]] and [[trade route|commercial]] data has been determined: | The following [[astrographic feature|astrographic]] and [[trade route|commercial]] data has been determined: | ||
* The subsector is a lower stellar density region. | * The subsector is a lower stellar density region. | ||
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==== Stellar Distribution ==== | ==== Stellar Distribution ==== | ||
| − | A basic map showing the distribution and size of [[star]]s within Ratatta Subsector | + | A basic map showing the distribution and size of [[star]]s within Ratatta Subsector, ''right'': |
* The color corresponds to the visible color of the star, which links to its spectral classification. | * The color corresponds to the visible color of the star, which links to its spectral classification. | ||
* The size as shown indicates both the physical size of the object and its relative brightness. | * The size as shown indicates both the physical size of the object and its relative brightness. | ||
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Note that the stars as depicted are representative. Any star, no matter what its size, is a mere speck within the hex it occupies. | Note that the stars as depicted are representative. Any star, no matter what its size, is a mere speck within the hex it occupies. | ||
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==== Rift Regions ==== | ==== Rift Regions ==== | ||
| − | Two [[Rift|rift areas]] lie within the subsector: the Iatsie Rift and the [[Hudson Expanse]]. | + | [[File:Chart Ratatta Rift Regions Basic.png|200 px|right|thumbnail|(Chart sourced from Traveller Map)]] |
| − | * The Iatsie Rift dominates the [[coreward]] part of the subsector. | + | |
| + | Two [[Rift|rift areas]] lie within the subsector: the [[Iatsie Rift]] and the [[Hudson Expanse]]. | ||
| + | * The [[Iatsie Rift]] dominates the [[coreward]] part of the subsector. | ||
* The [[Hudson Expanse]] projects into its [[rimward]]-[[trailing]] region. | * The [[Hudson Expanse]] projects into its [[rimward]]-[[trailing]] region. | ||
| − | * They are considered to be part of | + | * They are considered to be part of the Outer Voids, a distant region of the [[Idella Rift]]. |
| − | A simple map showing [[Rift|rift regions]] within Ratatta Subsector | + | A simple map showing [[Rift|rift regions]] within Ratatta Subsector is shown ''right'': |
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Locally at least, a rift is an [[Astrography|astrographic]] concept based on [[Jump Drive]] performance. | Locally at least, a rift is an [[Astrography|astrographic]] concept based on [[Jump Drive]] performance. | ||
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* This level of technology allows the routine use of up to [[Jump Drive|Jump-3 drives]]. | * This level of technology allows the routine use of up to [[Jump Drive|Jump-3 drives]]. | ||
* Areas that cannot be crossed by [[Jump Drive|Jump-3-capable]] vessels are denoted as ''[[rift]]s''. | * Areas that cannot be crossed by [[Jump Drive|Jump-3-capable]] vessels are denoted as ''[[rift]]s''. | ||
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| + | ==== Borealis Group ==== | ||
| + | [[File:Theta Borealis Bright Stars 2.jpg|250 px|right|thumbnail|Borealis Group]] | ||
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| + | The [[Theta_Borealis_Sector#Clusters_.26_Traces|Borealis Group]] can be seen as a bright, dense, noticeable grouping of stars in the skies to [[rimward]]. | ||
| + | * It is a huge cluster of stars centered on the supergiant [[Muravia (world)|''Theta Borealis'']]. | ||
| + | * It is a distinctive [[Astrographic Feature|astrographic feature]] that can be observed from all across [[Charted Space]]. | ||
=== World Listing: 1105 === | === World Listing: 1105 === | ||
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=== Subsector Summary: 1105 === | === Subsector Summary: 1105 === | ||
| + | ''Note that this section is awaiting an [[AAB|AAB Interal Records]] update.'' | ||
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{{Summary}} | {{Summary}} | ||
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=== Native Sophonts ([[NIL]]s): 1105 === | === Native Sophonts ([[NIL]]s): 1105 === | ||
The following races ([[sophont]] species) are believed to have originated in this subsector: | The following races ([[sophont]] species) are believed to have originated in this subsector: | ||
| − | * [[Tydere]] of [[Ratatta (world)|Ratatta]]. | + | * [[Tydere]] of [[Ratatta (world)|Ratatta]]. Chitinous, multi-limbed, forest-dwelling carnivorous arthropods from a warm world rich with life. |
=== Demographics: 1105 === | === Demographics: 1105 === | ||
Significant populations of the following races ([[sophont]] species) reside within this area: | Significant populations of the following races ([[sophont]] species) reside within this area: | ||
| − | * [[Tydere]]: | + | * [[Non-Human Race]]s |
| + | ** [[Tydere]]: 80 million on one world. | ||
=== Major Historical Events Timeline: 1105 === | === Major Historical Events Timeline: 1105 === | ||
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{{LEN|Zhodani}} | {{LEN|Zhodani}} | ||
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Latest revision as of 07:19, 19 August 2025
| Ratatta Subsector | ||||||
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| Sector | Astron | |||||
| Capital | None | |||||
| Number of Systems | 19 | |||||
| Majority Control | Non-Aligned, Unclaimed (NaXX) - 94% | |||||
| 2nd Control | Non-Aligned, Sophont (NaSo) - 6% | |||||
Ratatta Subsector is Subsector B of Astron Sector.
- It lies within Charted Space.
- It is a wild and remote wilderness.
Description / Specifications[edit]
Ratatta Subsector is a largely unpopulated and undeveloped wilderness. Some worlds within the region have never had an intelligent being visit them.
- Its systems comprise part of the Outer Loop, a ring of jump-3-accessable systems that surround the Hudson Expanse rift region.
- The resources of the subsector are for the most part untapped.
Astrographic Features & Trade Routes: 1105[edit]
The following astrographic and commercial data has been determined:
- The subsector is a lower stellar density region.
- The brightest star is the unstable yellow giant primary of the Seshti system.
- There are multiple rift regions within the subsector.
- No trade routes are noted as crossing the region.
Stellar Distribution[edit]
A basic map showing the distribution and size of stars within Ratatta Subsector, right:
- The color corresponds to the visible color of the star, which links to its spectral classification.
- The size as shown indicates both the physical size of the object and its relative brightness.
Note that the stars as depicted are representative. Any star, no matter what its size, is a mere speck within the hex it occupies.
- Ordinary main sequence stars can barely be seen from even a hex away.
- Huge, intensely luminous giant stars can be seen from across the subsector and far beyond.
Rift Regions[edit]
Two rift areas lie within the subsector: the Iatsie Rift and the Hudson Expanse.
- The Iatsie Rift dominates the coreward part of the subsector.
- The Hudson Expanse projects into its rimward-trailing region.
- They are considered to be part of the Outer Voids, a distant region of the Idella Rift.
A simple map showing rift regions within Ratatta Subsector is shown right:
Locally at least, a rift is an astrographic concept based on Jump Drive performance.
The highest tech level commonly encountered out this Far Along (spinward of the Third Imperium) is TL–12, though a few worlds may be more advanced.
- This level of technology allows the routine use of up to Jump-3 drives.
- Areas that cannot be crossed by Jump-3-capable vessels are denoted as rifts.
Borealis Group[edit]
The Borealis Group can be seen as a bright, dense, noticeable grouping of stars in the skies to rimward.
- It is a huge cluster of stars centered on the supergiant Theta Borealis.
- It is a distinctive astrographic feature that can be observed from all across Charted Space.
World Listing: 1105[edit]
Comprehensive Second Survey data for all worlds lying within Ratatta Subsector is available.
- The primary source material for all data is Traveller Map.
- Other sources may differ: some elements of the data may be contradictory or incorrect.
- Data is occasionally updated as new information becomes available.
- Scouting missions gathering reliable, verified data can receive substantial payment.
AAB library archives contain expanded data about the following systems:
19 Worlds in the Ratatta Subsector
A'ielrql • Afrvobl • Ayrbl • Chtavliansh • Diep Nietl • Dlatlshtap • Ianshzakl • Iatsie • Inszdi • Okltlia • Plievli • Qietaple • Ratatta • Sentsbadia • Seshti • Shteridr • Tsanz • Zie'be • Zrprzdeche •
Note that some Second Survey data, though only 40 years old, may already be out of date.
- Verified updated data is constantly sought.
Subsector Summary: 1105[edit]
Note that this section is awaiting an AAB Interal Records update.
History & Background / Dossier[edit]
Ratatta Subsector is a remote backwater with limited activity and little development within its borders.
Polity Listing: 1105[edit]
No polities are known to exist within (or make any claim upon) the subsector.
Native Sophonts (NILs): 1105[edit]
The following races (sophont species) are believed to have originated in this subsector:
- Tydere of Ratatta. Chitinous, multi-limbed, forest-dwelling carnivorous arthropods from a warm world rich with life.
Demographics: 1105[edit]
Significant populations of the following races (sophont species) reside within this area:
- Non-Human Races
- Tydere: 80 million on one world.
Major Historical Events Timeline: 1105[edit]
- 300-420: First Survey charts the subsector.
- 995-1065: Second Survey charts the subsector.
- 1065: The Second Survey is published.
References & Contributors (Sources)[edit]
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This list of sources was used by the Traveller Wiki Editorial Team and individual contributors to compose this article. Copyrighted material is used under license from Mongoose Publishing or by permission of the author. The page history lists all of the contributions.
- Classic Traveller, J. Andrew Keith, Marc Miller, John Harshman. Aslan (Game Designers Workshop, 1984), IBC. (Subsector depicted but no further data)
- Classic Traveller, J. Andrew Keith, Marc Miller, John Harshman. Zhodani (Game Designers Workshop, 1985), IFC. (Subsector depicted but no further data)
- MegaTraveller, Peter G. Celella, James Holden. Solomani & Aslan (Digest Group Publications, 1991), 50, 51. (Subsector dot map provided)
- Author & Contributor: Jo Grant of CORE (generated data) / Geir Lanesskog (refinement of data)
- Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus Adie Alegoric Stewart of the IISS