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== Description (Specifications) == | == Description (Specifications) == | ||
| − | Vhodan Subsector is a long settled region, divided between the {{Imperial}} [[Domain of Vland]], neutral | + | [[File:Subsector B Vhodan Star Chart.png|250 px|right|thumbnail|(Chart sourced from Traveller Map).]] |
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| + | Vhodan Subsector is a long-settled region, divided between the {{Imperial}} [[Domain of Vland]], neutral Human worlds, and areas dominated by the [[Vargr]]. Originally settled by the ''[[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]]'' and then controlled by the [[Rule of Man]], it was partially conquered by the [[Vargr]] prior to the [[Long Night]] and has remained as a frontier since that time. | ||
* It has been developed and exploited for millennia. | * It has been developed and exploited for millennia. | ||
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==== Stellar Distribution ==== | ==== Stellar Distribution ==== | ||
| − | A basic map showing the distribution and size of [[star]]s within Vhodan Subsector | + | A basic map showing the distribution and size of [[star]]s within Vhodan 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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* Huge, intensely luminous giant stars can be seen from across the subsector and far beyond. | * Huge, intensely luminous giant stars can be seen from across the subsector and far beyond. | ||
| + | [[File:Chart Vilani Main Basic.png|200 px|right|thumbnail|Vilani Main. (Chart sourced from Traveller Map)]] | ||
| + | [[File:Chart Vedhaaez Cluster Basic.png|200 px|right|thumbnail|Vedhaaez Cluster. (Chart sourced from Traveller Map)]] | ||
=== Trade Routes (Economic [[Astrography]]) === | === Trade Routes (Economic [[Astrography]]) === | ||
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| + | Two major [[trade route]]s dominate the region: | ||
==== The Vilani Main ==== | ==== The Vilani Main ==== | ||
| − | The [[Vilani Main]], the mighty trade artery of the [[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]], winds through the [[rimward]] half of the subsector. | + | The [[Vilani Main]], the mighty trade artery of the ''[[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]]'', winds through the [[rimward]] half of the subsector. |
| − | * High cargo capacity, [[Jump Drive|low jump rating]] vessels | + | * High cargo capacity, [[Jump Drive|low jump rating]] vessels move along the [[Main]], carrying vast amounts of goods and commodities between its member worlds. |
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* Worlds on the [[Main]] are highlighted in green. | * Worlds on the [[Main]] are highlighted in green. | ||
* [[Vland (world)|Vland]] is marked in red. | * [[Vland (world)|Vland]] is marked in red. | ||
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==== Vedhaaez Cluster ==== | ==== Vedhaaez Cluster ==== | ||
The [[Vedhaaez Cluster]], a small [[Main]], winds through the [[coreward]] half of the subsector. | The [[Vedhaaez Cluster]], a small [[Main]], winds through the [[coreward]] half of the subsector. | ||
| − | * A mixture of [[Vargr]] and | + | * A mixture of [[Vargr]] and Human vessels move along the [[Main]], carrying huge amounts of goods and commodities between its member worlds. |
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* Worlds lying on the [[Main]] are highlighted in green. | * Worlds lying on the [[Main]] are highlighted in green. | ||
| − | * Vedhaaez, the namesake of the cluster, is marked in red. | + | * [[Vedhaaez (world)|Vedhaaez]], the namesake of the cluster, is marked in red. |
=== Subsector Summary === | === Subsector Summary === | ||
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== History & Background (Dossier) == | == History & Background (Dossier) == | ||
[[File:Comp-Prog-Dav-R-Deitrick-Starter-Trav-Page-16 16-July-2018a.jpg|right]] | [[File:Comp-Prog-Dav-R-Deitrick-Starter-Trav-Page-16 16-July-2018a.jpg|right]] | ||
| − | + | The entire subsector was a Human-dominated area under the ''[[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]]'', with settlements dotted across the region. [[Vargr]] began moving to [[rimward]] during the [[Rule of Man]] but by the time they reached [[Vland Sector]] their numbers were widely dispersed among the many worlds they had overrun. As groups moved deeper into the Human heartlands they met increasingly capable resistance and a ''de facto'' Human-[[Vargr]] border region was established, running through the [[coreward]] part of the subsector. As the slow collapse of the [[Long Night]] began, raids and attacks into each faction's territory were common. These only served to destroy the infrastructure of the region and increase the economic and commercial decay. | |
| − | The whole region | + | The whole region (particularly those worlds that had been occupied and pillaged by the [[Vargr]]) regressed during the [[Long Night]] and many [[Barren World|became barren]]. Towards the end of the era, [[Sylean Federation]] [[Jump Drive|jump technology]] became increasingly available to both the Humans and [[Vargr]] within the area, and worlds began to be recontacted, claimed, and settled by both races. By the time the young {{Imperium}} formally annexed the subsector, the [[Vargr]] within the region were capable, surprisingly well organized, and well-enough equipped to halt further easy {{Imperial}} expansion. The [[coreward]] edge of the subsector became the border of the {{Imperium}}. |
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=== Native Sophonts === | === Native Sophonts === | ||
| − | + | No [[Sophont|Sophont species]] are believed to have originated in this area. | |
=== Demographics === | === Demographics === | ||
| − | Significant populations of the following [[sophont]] races | + | Significant populations of the following [[sophont]] races reside within this subsector: |
| − | * [[Humaniti]] | + | * [[Humaniti]] ([[Human]] races) |
| − | * [[Vargr]] | + | ** Mixed heritage |
| + | ** [[Solomani]] ([[Major Race]]) | ||
| + | ** [[Vilani]] ([[Major Race]]) | ||
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| + | * [[Non-Human Race]]s | ||
| + | ** [[Vargr]] ([[Major Race]]) | ||
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| + | === Linguistic Topography: 1116 === | ||
| + | The following [[language]]s are among the most commonly encountered in this astrographic region: | ||
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| + | * ''[[Aekhu (language)|Aekhu]]'': The language family of a populous [[Vargr]] phenotype and ethnic culture. | ||
| + | * [[Anglic]]: One of the two official languages of the [[Third Imperium]]. | ||
| + | * ''[[Logaksu (language)|Logaksu]]'': The language family of a populous [[Vargr]] phenotype and ethnic culture. | ||
| + | * ''[[Mavek Errgh]]'': A regional Vargr language. | ||
| + | * [[Vilani (language)|Vilani]]: One of the two official languages of the [[Third Imperium]], native to Vland Sector. | ||
=== Major Historical Events Timeline === | === Major Historical Events Timeline === | ||
Major events that have affected this subsector and the wider region that it lies within: | Major events that have affected this subsector and the wider region that it lies within: | ||
| − | * [[-4045]] to [[-2204]]: | + | * [[-4045]] to [[-2204]]: The ''[[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]]'' claims and settles worlds across the region. |
| − | * [[-2404]] to [[-2215]]: | + | * [[-2404]] to [[-2215]]: The [[Interstellar Wars]]. |
| − | * [[-2204]] to [[-1776]]: | + | * [[-2204]] to [[-1776]]: The [[Rule of Man]] administers the worlds of the region. Conflicts escalate between [[Vargr]] and Humans as the [[Vargr]] occupy former ''[[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]]'' territory. |
| − | * [[-1700|circa -1700]]: [[Vargr]] [[rimward]] expansion gradually ceases: the border between | + | * [[-1700|circa -1700]]: [[Vargr]] [[rimward]] expansion gradually ceases: the border between Human and [[Vargr]] space stabilizes. |
| − | * [[-1776]] to [[0]]: | + | * [[-1776]] to [[0]]: The [[Long Night]]. There is widespread regression within the area. Many worlds [[Barren World|become barren]]. |
| − | * [[0|The Year 0]]: | + | * [[0|The Year 0]]: The [[Third Imperium]] is founded. |
| − | * [[300]]-[[420]]: | + | * [[300]]-[[420]]: The [[First Survey]] charts the subsector. |
| − | * [[604]] to [[622]]: | + | * [[604]] to [[622]]: The {{Imperial}} [[Civil War]]. The region suffers disruption and widespread economic issues. |
| − | * [[624]]: | + | * [[624]]: The [[Express Boat Network]] is established, facilitating communications, trade, and economic growth within the area. |
| − | * [[995]]-[[1065]]: | + | * [[995]]-[[1065]]: The [[Second Survey]] charts the subsector. |
| − | * [[1065]]: | + | * [[1065]]: The [[Second Survey]] is published. Information about the subsector becomes widely available. |
== References & Contributors (Sources) == | == References & Contributors (Sources) == | ||
Latest revision as of 08:01, 20 August 2025
| Vhodan Subsector | ||||||
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| Sector | Vland | |||||
| Capital | Vhodan (Vland 1208) | |||||
| Number of Systems | 31 | |||||
| Majority Control | Third Imperium - 65% | |||||
| 2nd Control | Third Imperium Client States - 15% | |||||
| 3rd Control | Non-Aligned (Human-dominated) - 10% | |||||
| 4th Control | Non-Aligned (Vargr-dominated) - 10% | |||||
Vhodan Subsector is Subsector B of Vland Sector.
- It is a region of Balkanized Space.
- It is located within Charted Space.
Description (Specifications)[edit]
Vhodan Subsector is a long-settled region, divided between the Imperial Domain of Vland, neutral Human worlds, and areas dominated by the Vargr. Originally settled by the Ziru Sirka and then controlled by the Rule of Man, it was partially conquered by the Vargr prior to the Long Night and has remained as a frontier since that time.
- It has been developed and exploited for millennia.
Astrographic Features[edit]
The following astrographic features and trade routes can be found within this subsector:
- It is a standard stellar density region.
- The brightest star is the unstable red giant primary of the Jiinasha system.
- Xboat Hubs are located at Vhodan and Maran.
- Most Imperial worlds within the subsector lie on the Vilani Main.
Stellar Distribution[edit]
A basic map showing the distribution and size of stars within Vhodan 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.
Trade Routes (Economic Astrography)[edit]
Two major trade routes dominate the region:
The Vilani Main[edit]
The Vilani Main, the mighty trade artery of the Ziru Sirka, winds through the rimward half of the subsector.
- High cargo capacity, low jump rating vessels move along the Main, carrying vast amounts of goods and commodities between its member worlds.
Vedhaaez Cluster[edit]
The Vedhaaez Cluster, a small Main, winds through the coreward half of the subsector.
- A mixture of Vargr and Human vessels move along the Main, carrying huge amounts of goods and commodities between its member worlds.
- Worlds lying on the Main are highlighted in green.
- Vedhaaez, the namesake of the cluster, is marked in red.
Subsector Summary[edit]
Vhodan, subsector B of Vland, contains 31 worlds with an estimated combined population of 93 billion, a per capita income of Cr6,259, and a total economy of BCr588,236. These worlds originate an interstellar trade of BCr1,106 through 26 starports (5 Class A, 7 Class B, 13 Class C, 1 Class D) employing 253,195 people. Driving this interstellar trade are two Agricultural (Ag) worlds, seven Non-Agricultural (Na) worlds, one Pre-Agricultural (Pa) world, seven Pre-Industrial (Pi) worlds, one Rich (Ri) world, and one Industrial (In) world. The governments in Vhodan maintain eight Scout bases, four Naval bases, and two Corsair bases. The average technology level is 10 (with most between 7 and 12). The highest technology level is 14 at Otsaellghue (Vland 0902), Maran (Vland 1408), and Audhumla (Vland 1509).
Vhodan, subsector B of Vland, contains 44 stars and 299 identified planets; 19 monostellar systems, 11 binary systems, one trinary system, and no systems with four or more stars. 22 of the 31 systems (70%) have native gas giants. There are one Asteroid (As) belt, three Desert (De) worlds, one Garden (Ga) world, one Ice-capped (Ic) world, seven Poor (Po) worlds, four Vacuum (Va) worlds, and six Water (Wa) or Ocean (Oc) worlds.
Vhodan has an estimated population of 93 billion distributed across five High population (Hi) worlds, four Moderate population (Ph) worlds, 12 Non-industrial (Ni) worlds, four Low population (Lo) worlds, and no Barren (Ba) worlds. The highest population worlds are Guusimka (Vland 1407), Maran (Vland 1408), and Vhodan (Vland 1208). The population consists primarily of 2 sophont groups.
| 2 identified sophont populations in Vhodan | |
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Third Imperium, Domain of Vland[edit]
The Third Imperium, Domain of Vland has jurisdiction over 20 worlds in the subsector with an estimated combined population of 92 billion, a per capita income of Cr6,296, and a total economy of BCr582,838. These worlds originate an interstellar trade of BCr1,083 through 16 starports (3 Class A, 4 Class B, 9 Class C, 0 Class D) employing 250,010 people. Driving this interstellar trade are two Agricultural (Ag) worlds, five Non-Agricultural (Na) worlds, no Pre-Agricultural (Pa) worlds, four Pre-Industrial (Pi) worlds, one Rich (Ri) world, and one Industrial (In) world. The governments in the Third Imperium, Domain of Vland maintain eight Scout bases and two Naval bases within the subsector. The average technology level is 10 (with most between 8 and 12). The highest technology level is 14 at Maran (Vland 1408) and Audhumla (Vland 1509).
The Third Imperium, Domain of Vland has an estimated population of 92 billion within the subsector, distributed across five High population (Hi) worlds, two Moderate population (Ph) worlds, seven Non-industrial (Ni) worlds, two Low population (Lo) worlds, and no Barren (Ba) worlds. The highest population worlds are Guusimka (Vland 1407), Maran (Vland 1408), and Vhodan (Vland 1208). The population consists primarily of 1 sophont group.
- The Third Imperium, Domain of Vland subsector capital of Vhodan is Vhodan (Vland 1208).
Client state, Third Imperium[edit]
The Client states of the Third Imperium in Vhodan encompass five worlds with an estimated combined population of 820 million.
Non-Aligned, Human-dominated[edit]
There are three Non-Aligned Human-dominated worlds in Vhodan with an estimated combined population of 82 million.
Non-Aligned, Vargr-dominated[edit]
There are three Non-Aligned Vargr-dominated worlds in Vhodan with an estimated combined population of 500 million.
World Listings[edit]
Comprehensive Second Survey UWP data for all worlds lying within the subsector is available.
- The primary source material for all data is Traveller Map.
- Other sources may contain contradictory or incorrect information.
Note that some Second Survey data, though only 40 years old, is likely to be out of date.
- Data is occasionally updated as new information becomes available.
- Scouting missions gathering reliable, verified data can receive substantial payment.
- Verified updated data is constantly sought.
History & Background (Dossier)[edit]
The entire subsector was a Human-dominated area under the Ziru Sirka, with settlements dotted across the region. Vargr began moving to rimward during the Rule of Man but by the time they reached Vland Sector their numbers were widely dispersed among the many worlds they had overrun. As groups moved deeper into the Human heartlands they met increasingly capable resistance and a de facto Human-Vargr border region was established, running through the coreward part of the subsector. As the slow collapse of the Long Night began, raids and attacks into each faction's territory were common. These only served to destroy the infrastructure of the region and increase the economic and commercial decay.
The whole region (particularly those worlds that had been occupied and pillaged by the Vargr) regressed during the Long Night and many became barren. Towards the end of the era, Sylean Federation jump technology became increasingly available to both the Humans and Vargr within the area, and worlds began to be recontacted, claimed, and settled by both races. By the time the young Imperium formally annexed the subsector, the Vargr within the region were capable, surprisingly well organized, and well-enough equipped to halt further easy Imperial expansion. The coreward edge of the subsector became the border of the Imperium.
The Vhodan Subsector is defended by 246th Fleet.
Polity Listing[edit]
The following polities and allegiances can be found within this subsector:
- Non-Aligned Powers
- Non-Aligned (Human-dominated)
- Non-Aligned (Vargr-dominated)
- Third Imperium
- Vargr Extents
Native Sophonts[edit]
No Sophont species are believed to have originated in this area.
Demographics[edit]
Significant populations of the following sophont races reside within this subsector:
- Humaniti (Human races)
- Mixed heritage
- Solomani (Major Race)
- Vilani (Major Race)
Linguistic Topography: 1116[edit]
The following languages are among the most commonly encountered in this astrographic region:
- Aekhu: The language family of a populous Vargr phenotype and ethnic culture.
- Anglic: One of the two official languages of the Third Imperium.
- Logaksu: The language family of a populous Vargr phenotype and ethnic culture.
- Mavek Errgh: A regional Vargr language.
- Vilani: One of the two official languages of the Third Imperium, native to Vland Sector.
Major Historical Events Timeline[edit]
Major events that have affected this subsector and the wider region that it lies within:
- -4045 to -2204: The Ziru Sirka claims and settles worlds across the region.
- -2404 to -2215: The Interstellar Wars.
- -2204 to -1776: The Rule of Man administers the worlds of the region. Conflicts escalate between Vargr and Humans as the Vargr occupy former Ziru Sirka territory.
- circa -1700: Vargr rimward expansion gradually ceases: the border between Human and Vargr space stabilizes.
- -1776 to 0: The Long Night. There is widespread regression within the area. Many worlds become barren.
- The Year 0: The Third Imperium is founded.
- 300-420: The First Survey charts the subsector.
- 604 to 622: The Imperial Civil War. The region suffers disruption and widespread economic issues.
- 624: The Express Boat Network is established, facilitating communications, trade, and economic growth within the area.
- 995-1065: The Second Survey charts the subsector.
- 1065: The Second Survey is published. Information about the subsector becomes widely available.
References & Contributors (Sources)[edit]
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- Jim Cunningham, John Harshman, J. Andrew Keith, Marc W. Miller, Gordon Sheridan. Atlas of the Imperium (Game Designers Workshop, 1984), page 7.
- Periodical: MegaTraveller Travellers' Digest No. 4, 1986, in Article: "The Vland Sector"
- James Holden, Joe D. Fugate Sr., Terrance McInnes. Vilani & Vargr (Digest Group Publications, 1990), pages 11, 98-104. (Ziru Sirka worlds: dot map provided. Full Sector details)
- Marc Miller. First Survey (Imperium Games, 1996), pages 46-53.
- Paul Drye, Loren Wiseman, Jon F. Zeigler. Interstellar Wars (Steve Jackson Games, 2006), pages 75-79.