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== Description / Specifications== | == Description / Specifications== | ||
| − | Aekhgal Subsector is a region that has seen millennia of settlement by both | + | [[File:Subsector M Aekhgal Star Chart.png|250 px|right|thumbnail|(Chart sourced from Traveller Map)]] |
| + | [[File:Subsector M Aekhgal Rift Regions.png|200 px|right|thumbnail|(Chart sourced from Traveller Map)]] | ||
| + | [[File:Chart Kanae-Figorurzaz Trade Run Basic 2.png|200 px|right|thumbnail|The Kanae-Figorurzaz Trade Run. (Chart sourced from Traveller Map).]] | ||
| + | [[File: Chart Vedhaaez Cluster Basic 2.png|200 px|right|thumbnail|The Vedhaaez Cluster. (Chart sourced from Traveller Map).]] | ||
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| + | Aekhgal Subsector is a region that has seen millennia of settlement by both Humans and [[Vargr]]. During the ''[[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]]'' the region had billions of Human inhabitants and its worlds were generally more technologically advanced. | ||
* The resources of the subsector are being exploited. | * The resources of the subsector are being exploited. | ||
| − | * Many worlds have [[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]]-era ruins and remains on their surfaces. | + | * Many worlds have ''[[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]]''-era ruins and remains on their surfaces. |
=== Astrographic Features & Trade Routes === | === Astrographic Features & Trade Routes === | ||
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==== Stellar Distribution ==== | ==== Stellar Distribution ==== | ||
| − | A basic map showing the distribution and size of [[star]]s within Aekhgal Subsector | + | A basic map showing the distribution and size of [[star]]s within Aekhgal 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. | ||
* The subsector contains an unusually high number of white main sequence stars. | * The subsector contains an unusually high number of white main sequence stars. | ||
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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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* [[Windhorn Rift|The Rift]] occupies the central and [[coreward]] parts of the region. | * [[Windhorn Rift|The Rift]] occupies the central and [[coreward]] parts of the region. | ||
| − | A simple map showing [[Rift|rift regions]] within Aekhgal Subsector | + | A simple map showing [[Rift|rift regions]] within Aekhgal Subsector, ''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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* Areas that couldn't be crossed by [[Jump Drive|Jump-3-capable]] vessels were denoted as ''[[rift]]s''. | * Areas that couldn't be crossed by [[Jump Drive|Jump-3-capable]] vessels were denoted as ''[[rift]]s''. | ||
| − | This traditional definition of rift regions remains in use today: while modern high performance [[starship]]s can easily cross them, most commercial vessels continue to utilize [[Jump Drive|Jump-3 or less]] | + | This traditional definition of rift regions remains in use today: while modern high performance [[starship]]s can easily cross them, most commercial vessels continue to utilize drives of [[Jump Drive|Jump-3 or less]]. Because of this, most traffic is concentrated within higher stellar density regions, and as such the classic definition and boundaries of rift regions remains relevant. |
==== The Kanae-Figorurzaz Trade Run ==== | ==== The Kanae-Figorurzaz Trade Run ==== | ||
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* It lies entirely within the [[Ngath Confederation]], a [[Vargr]] [[polity]]. | * It lies entirely within the [[Ngath Confederation]], a [[Vargr]] [[polity]]. | ||
| − | + | A basic chart of the Trade Run is depicted, ''right'': | |
* Worlds lying on the [[Main]] are highlighted in tan. | * Worlds lying on the [[Main]] are highlighted in tan. | ||
* [[Kanae (world)|Kanae]] is marked in red. | * [[Kanae (world)|Kanae]] is marked in red. | ||
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* It has 39 member systems. | * It has 39 member systems. | ||
| − | + | A basic chart of the Cluster is depicted, ''right'': | |
* Worlds lying on the [[Main]] are highlighted in tan. | * Worlds lying on the [[Main]] are highlighted in tan. | ||
| − | * [[Vedhaaez (world)|Vedhaaez]], the namesake of the cluster and the [[capital]] of the Confederation, is marked in red. | + | * [[Vedhaaez (world)|Vedhaaez]], the namesake of the cluster and the [[capital]] of the [[Ngath Confederation]], is marked in red. |
=== World Listing === | === World Listing === | ||
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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]] | ||
| − | Aekhgal Subsector originally formed the [[coreward]] border of the [[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]] and saw settlement during the era, being under the dominion of the [[Naasirka]] bureaux. It was overrun by the [[Vargr]] during the [[Long Night]] and continues to be a [[Vargr]]-dominated region into the present day. | + | Aekhgal Subsector originally formed the [[coreward]] border of the ''[[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]]'' and saw settlement during the era, being under the dominion of the ''[[Naasirka]]'' bureaux. It was overrun by the [[Vargr]] during the [[Long Night]] and continues to be a [[Vargr]]-dominated region into the present day. |
=== Polity Listing === | === Polity Listing === | ||
The following [[Polity|polities]] lie within the subsector: | The following [[Polity|polities]] lie within the subsector: | ||
| − | * [[Ngath Confederation]] | + | * [[Ngath Confederation]] |
==== Capital ==== | ==== Capital ==== | ||
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Significant populations of the following races ([[sophont]] species) reside within this area: | Significant populations of the following races ([[sophont]] species) reside within this area: | ||
* [[Terragen]]s (Non-human Terran races) | * [[Terragen]]s (Non-human Terran races) | ||
| − | ** [[Vargr]] ([[Major Race]]): | + | ** [[Vargr]] ([[Major Race]]): The majority population within the sector. |
| − | [[File:Dhaen Aezorgh Species.jpg|400 px|right]] | + | [[File:Dhaen Aezorgh Species.jpg|400 px|right|thumbnail|Dhaen (left) and Aezorgh (right)]] |
* [[Humaniti]] (Human Races) | * [[Humaniti]] (Human Races) | ||
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* [[Non-Human Race]]s | * [[Non-Human Race]]s | ||
| − | ** [[Aezorgh]] of [[Soghzalghag (world)|Soghzalghag]]: | + | ** [[Aezorgh]] of [[Soghzalghag (world)|Soghzalghag]]: Native to the sector and sparsely distributed across the [[rimward]] parts of the [[Vargr Extents]]. Their name translates as ''vermin''. |
| − | ** [[Dhaen]] of [[Dhaen (Pr 0718) (world)|Dhaen]], in [[Provence Sector]]: | + | ** [[Dhaen]] of [[Dhaen (Pr 0718) (world)|Dhaen]], in [[Provence Sector]]: Small, long-bodied, fur-covered humanoids not recognized by the [[Vargr]] as being [[sophont]]. |
*** Some [[Vargr]] keep them as pets or [[Slave|as servants]]. | *** Some [[Vargr]] keep them as pets or [[Slave|as servants]]. | ||
| − | ** [[Hlanssai]] of [[Vrirhlanz (world)|Vrirhlanz]], in [[Gzaekfueg Sector]]: | + | ** [[Hlanssai]] of [[Vrirhlanz (world)|Vrirhlanz]], in [[Gzaekfueg Sector]]: Sensual, impulsive, emotional [[humanoid]]s with a strong wanderlust who may occasionally be encountered in small groups. |
*** They are considered "unstable" by the notoriously unpredictable [[Vargr]]. | *** They are considered "unstable" by the notoriously unpredictable [[Vargr]]. | ||
==== Subsector Timeline ==== | ==== Subsector 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. |
| − | * [[-3810]]: | + | * [[-3810]]: The [[Vargr]] discover [[Jump Drive|jump technology]] and begin an era of expansion. |
| − | * [[-2404]] to [[-2215]]: | + | * [[-2404]] to [[-2215]]: The Human [[Interstellar Wars]] rage to [[rimward]]. The region becomes increasingly neglected. |
* [[-2400s]]: [[Vargr]] raiding into the region significantly increases. This becomes known as the [[Second Vargr Diaspora|Vargr Pillaging]]. | * [[-2400s]]: [[Vargr]] raiding into the region significantly increases. This becomes known as the [[Second Vargr Diaspora|Vargr Pillaging]]. | ||
| − | * [[-2204]] to [[-1776]]: | + | * [[-2204]] to [[-1776]]: The [[Rule of Man]] nominally 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 and some worlds [[Barren World|become barren]]. |
| − | * [[0|The Year 0]]: | + | * [[0|The Year 0]]: To [[rimward]], the [[Third Imperium]] is founded. |
| − | * [[26|circa 26]]: | + | * [[26|circa 26]]: The [[Empire of Varroerth]] is founded. |
| − | * [[300]]-[[420]]: | + | * [[300]]-[[420]]: The {{Imperial}} [[First Survey]] charts Windhorn Sector: small [[Vargr]] [[Polity|polities]] exist within the region. |
| − | * [[800s|late 800s]]: | + | * [[800s|late 800s]]: The [[Ngath Confederation]] begins to form and gradually absorbs [[Non-Aligned World|neutral worlds]] and [[Polity|smaller polities]]. |
| − | * [[995]]-[[1065]]: | + | * [[995]]-[[1065]]: The {{Imperial}} [[Second Survey]] charts the Sector. Few Humans remain within the region. |
| − | * [[1040s|circa 1040]]: | + | * [[1040s|circa 1040]]: The [[17th Disjuncture]] is founded and rapidly brings [[Non-Aligned World|neutral worlds]] under its banner, directly competing with the [[Ngath Confederation]]. |
| − | * [[1065]]: | + | * [[1065]]: The [[Second Survey]] is published. Information about the sector becomes widely available. |
| − | * [[1100]]: | + | * [[1100]]: No [[Windhorn Rift|non-rift]] [[Non-Aligned World|neutral worlds]] remain within the region. |
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Latest revision as of 21:21, 20 August 2025
| Aekhgal Subsector | ||||||
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| Sector | Windhorn | |||||
| Capital | Vedhaaez | |||||
| Number of Systems | 18 | |||||
| Majority Control | Ngath Confederation (VNgC) - 100% | |||||
Aekhgal Subsector is Subsector M of Windhorn Sector.
- It lies within Charted Space.
- It is part of the Vargr Extents.
Description / Specifications[edit]
Aekhgal Subsector is a region that has seen millennia of settlement by both Humans and Vargr. During the Ziru Sirka the region had billions of Human inhabitants and its worlds were generally more technologically advanced.
- The resources of the subsector are being exploited.
- Many worlds have Ziru Sirka-era ruins and remains on their surfaces.
Astrographic Features & Trade Routes[edit]
The following astrographic and commercial data has been determined regarding Aekhgal Subsector:
- The subsector is an average stellar density region.
- The brightest star is the white main sequence primary of the Kuerrughknoul system.
- The subsector lies on the edge of the Windhorn Rift.
- The Kanae-Figorurzaz Trade Run, an important trade route, originates within the region.
Stellar Distribution[edit]
A basic map showing the distribution and size of stars within Aekhgal 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.
- The subsector contains an unusually high number of white main sequence stars.
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]
The Windhorn Rift dominates the subsector.
A simple map showing rift regions within Aekhgal Subsector, right:
Locally at least, a rift is an astrographic concept based on Jump Drive performance.
The boundaries of rifts were established centuries ago, when the highest commonly encountered tech level was TL–12.
- This level of technology allowed the routine use of up to Jump-3 drives.
- Areas that couldn't be crossed by Jump-3-capable vessels were denoted as rifts.
This traditional definition of rift regions remains in use today: while modern high performance starships can easily cross them, most commercial vessels continue to utilize drives of Jump-3 or less. Because of this, most traffic is concentrated within higher stellar density regions, and as such the classic definition and boundaries of rift regions remains relevant.
The Kanae-Figorurzaz Trade Run[edit]
The rimward-trailing worlds of the subsector lie on a small Main called the Kanae-Figorurzaz Trade Run. The Main has 28 member worlds.
- It runs between Aekhgal Subsector, Gvadhoe Subsector, and Voenggaks Subsector.
- It lies entirely within the Ngath Confederation, a Vargr polity.
A basic chart of the Trade Run is depicted, right:
- Worlds lying on the Main are highlighted in tan.
- Kanae is marked in red.
- Figorurzaz is marked in orange.
The Vedhaaez Cluster[edit]
The rimward-trailing worlds of the subsector are members of the Vedhaaez Cluster, a trade route running between Corridor Sector, Vland Sector, and Windhorn Sector. It is a small Main.
- It has 39 member systems.
A basic chart of the Cluster is depicted, right:
- Worlds lying on the Main are highlighted in tan.
- Vedhaaez, the namesake of the cluster and the capital of the Ngath Confederation, is marked in red.
World Listing[edit]
AAB library archives contain expanded data about the following systems:
- 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]
Aekhgal Subsector originally formed the coreward border of the Ziru Sirka and saw settlement during the era, being under the dominion of the Naasirka bureaux. It was overrun by the Vargr during the Long Night and continues to be a Vargr-dominated region into the present day.
Polity Listing[edit]
The following polities lie within the subsector:
Capital[edit]
- Vedhaaez, a high population industrial world, serves as the Confederation's capital.
Native Sophonts (NILs)[edit]
No races (sophont species) are believed to have originated in this area.
Demographics[edit]
Significant populations of the following races (sophont species) reside within this area:
- Terragens (Non-human Terran races)
- Vargr (Major Race): The majority population within the sector.
- Humaniti (Human Races)
- Non-Human Races
- Aezorgh of Soghzalghag: Native to the sector and sparsely distributed across the rimward parts of the Vargr Extents. Their name translates as vermin.
- Dhaen of Dhaen, in Provence Sector: Small, long-bodied, fur-covered humanoids not recognized by the Vargr as being sophont.
- Some Vargr keep them as pets or as servants.
- Hlanssai of Vrirhlanz, in Gzaekfueg Sector: Sensual, impulsive, emotional humanoids with a strong wanderlust who may occasionally be encountered in small groups.
- They are considered "unstable" by the notoriously unpredictable Vargr.
Subsector 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.
- -3810: The Vargr discover jump technology and begin an era of expansion.
- -2404 to -2215: The Human Interstellar Wars rage to rimward. The region becomes increasingly neglected.
- -2400s: Vargr raiding into the region significantly increases. This becomes known as the Vargr Pillaging.
- -2204 to -1776: The Rule of Man nominally 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 and some worlds become barren.
- The Year 0: To rimward, the Third Imperium is founded.
- circa 26: The Empire of Varroerth is founded.
- 300-420: The Imperial First Survey charts Windhorn Sector: small Vargr polities exist within the region.
- late 800s: The Ngath Confederation begins to form and gradually absorbs neutral worlds and smaller polities.
- 995-1065: The Imperial Second Survey charts the Sector. Few Humans remain within the region.
- circa 1040: The 17th Disjuncture is founded and rapidly brings neutral worlds under its banner, directly competing with the Ngath Confederation.
- 1065: The Second Survey is published. Information about the sector becomes widely available.
- 1100: No non-rift neutral worlds remain within the region.
Subsector Summary[edit]
Aekhgal, subsector M of Windhorn, contains 18 worlds with an estimated combined population of 47 billion, a per capita income of Cr5,008, and a total economy of BCr235,929. These worlds originate an interstellar trade of BCr172 through 10 starports (4 Class A, 2 Class B, 3 Class C, 1 Class D) employing 26,000 people. Driving this interstellar trade are six Agricultural (Ag) worlds, two Non-Agricultural (Na) worlds, three Pre-Agricultural (Pa) worlds, three Pre-Industrial (Pi) worlds, two Rich (Ri) worlds, and three Industrial (In) worlds. The governments in Aekhgal maintain six Corsair bases and three Naval bases. The average technology level is 7 (with most between 4 and 10). The highest technology level is 12 at Vedhaaez (Windhorn 0740).
Aekhgal, subsector M of Windhorn, contains 27 stars and 209 identified planets; ten monostellar systems, seven binary systems, one trinary system, and no systems with four or more stars. 15 of the 18 systems (83%) have native gas giants. There are no Asteroid (As) belts, no Desert (De) worlds, three Garden (Ga) worlds, one Ice-capped (Ic) world, two Poor (Po) worlds, no Vacuum (Va) worlds, and no Water (Wa) or Ocean (Oc) worlds.
Aekhgal has an estimated population of 47 billion distributed across four High population (Hi) worlds, two Moderate population (Ph) worlds, nine Non-industrial (Ni) worlds, no Low population (Lo) worlds, and one Barren (Ba) world. The highest population world is Vedhaaez (Windhorn 0740). The population consists primarily of 1 sophont group.
| 1 identified sophont population in Aekhgal | |
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Ngath Confederation[edit]
The Ngath Confederation has jurisdiction over all of the worlds with an estimated combined population of 47 billion, a per capita income of Cr5,008, and a total economy of BCr235,929. These worlds originate an interstellar trade of BCr172 through 10 starports (4 Class A, 2 Class B, 3 Class C, 1 Class D) employing 26,000 people. Driving this interstellar trade are six Agricultural (Ag) worlds, two Non-Agricultural (Na) worlds, three Pre-Agricultural (Pa) worlds, three Pre-Industrial (Pi) worlds, two Rich (Ri) worlds, and three Industrial (In) worlds. The governments in the Ngath Confederation maintain six Corsair bases and three Naval bases within the subsector. The average technology level is 7 (with most between 4 and 10). The highest technology level is 12 at Vedhaaez (Windhorn 0740).
The Ngath Confederation has an estimated population of 47 billion within the subsector, distributed across four High population (Hi) worlds, two Moderate population (Ph) worlds, nine Non-industrial (Ni) worlds, no Low population (Lo) worlds, and one Barren (Ba) world. The highest population world is Vedhaaez (Windhorn 0740). The population consists primarily of 1 sophont group.
References[edit]
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- John Harshman, Marc Miller, Loren Wiseman. Classic Traveller Supplement 8 Library Data (A-M), (Game Designers Workshop, 1981), various pages. (Library data entries)
- J. Andrew Keith, Marc Miller, John Harshman. Classic Traveller Vargr (Game Designers Workshop, 1984), IBC. (Subsector located but not named. No world data provided)
- James Holden, Joe D. Fugate Sr., Terrance McInnes. Vilani & Vargr (Digest Group Publications, 1990), pages 11, 48, 49. (Dot maps indicating the location of worlds and political allegiances within the subsector)
- David Burden, Stuart Dollar, Andy Lilly, Joseph Walsh. T4 Aliens Volume 1 (Imperium Games, 1998), pages 91-182. (The Vargr)
- David L. Pulver. GURPS Traveller Alien Races 1 (Steve Jackson Games, 1998), pages 64-99. (The Vargr)
- Simon Beal. Mongoose Traveller: Vargr, (Mongoose Publishing, 2009), various pages. (Background for the Windhorn Rift region)
- Author & Contributor: Steve Bonneville (Consolidated list of subsector names)
- Author & Contributor: John G. Wood (Generated data)
- A full list of Wiki contributors can be found here.