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[[Nikhigireki Subsector]] is the edge of a battlefield between [[human]]s and [[vargr]].
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[[Nikhigireki Subsector]] is [[Subsector]] P of [[Gzaekfueg Sector]].
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* It lies within [[Charted Space]].
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* It is part of the [[Vargr Extents]].
  
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== Description (Specifications) ==
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== Description / Specifications==
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* Capital: 3139 Saha A86A443-B
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[[File:Subsector P Nikhigireki Star Chart.png|250 px|right|thumbnail|(Chart sourced from [[Traveller Map]])]]
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* Naval Bases: 1 VRo5, 2 NaVa, 1 3EoG
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[[File:Chart Nudashiir Lagani Basic.png|150 px|right|thumbnail|Nudashiir Lagani. (Chart sourced from [[Traveller Map]]).]]
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* Corsair Bases: 2
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[[File:Chart Last Bridge Basic.png|150 px|right|thumbnail|Last Bridge. (Chart sourced from [[Traveller Map]]).]]
  
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The state of war between the [[Ruler of Five]] and the [[Third Empire of Gashikan]] has taken a turn into the private sectors of trade and commerce. Corporate wars are the majority of conflict in Nikhirgireki Subsector. Worlds on both sides of the two-parsec border vie for the trade contracts out of ''Meshan'' and ''Meshan'' Sectors.  Espionage, sabotage and other dirty tricks perpetrated upon the economy create a roller coaster ride in the markets with all involved packing antacids before entering the bargaining pits.  
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Nikhigireki Subsector continues to be a battlefield between [[Vargr]] and [[Yilean]]s, with much of its territory controlled by the [[Vargr]]-hating [[Third Empire of Gashikan]].
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* Military action may occur within the region: extreme caution is advised.
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* The resources of the subsector are being exploited.
  
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The wild card in this commercial tit-for-tat comes in the form of new arrivals, the [[Irilitok]] from the [[Julian Protectorate]]. For a few years now, Red Zoned Tsaeousorrg (''Gzaefueg'' 2940) has stunned the surrounding worlds by allowing an Irilitok sub-species embassy to open.  Corporations, trade liners and even the [[Menderes Corporation]] is looking at projected yields if the [[Urzaeng]] prove themselves as amicable trade partners.  If so, then Tsaeousorrg will become rich acting as the bottleneck between the Urzaeng and Irilitok a fact that is not lost on the Third Empire of Gashikan who are moving swiftly to poison the meeting of the minds involved.  
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=== Astrographic Features & Trade Routes ===
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The following [[astrographic feature|astrographic]] and [[trade route|commercial]] data has been determined regarding Nikhigireki Subsector:
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* The subsector is a standard stellar density region.
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* The brightest star is the blue-white main sequence primary of the [[Oensiatiot (world)|Oensiatiot system]].
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* Many of its worlds lie on the [[Nudashiir Lagani]], the great [[Nudashiir Lagani|Lishun-Gashikan Main]].
  
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=== Subsector Summary: 1105 ===
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==== Stellar Distribution ====
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A basic map showing the distribution and size of [[star]]s within Nikhigireki Subsector, ''right'':
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* The color corresponds to the visible color of the star, which links to its spectral classification.
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* 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.
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* Ordinary main sequence stars can barely be seen from even a hex away.
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* Huge, intensely luminous giant stars can be seen from across the subsector and far beyond.
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=== Trade Routes ===
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==== The Nudashiir Lagani ====
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The majority of the subsector's worlds lie on the [[Nudashiir Lagani]], the great [[Nudashiir Lagani|Lishun-Gashikan Main]].
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* An eclectic mix of vessels, both human and [[Vargr]], work their ways along the [[Main]], carrying vast amounts of goods and commodities between its member worlds.
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A basic chart of the ''Nudashiir Lagani'' is shown, ''right'':
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* Worlds on the [[Main]] are highlighted in green.
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==== The Last Bridge ====
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A single world on the [[coreward]] edge of the subsector is a member of The Last Bridge, a war-ravaged chain of systems with a dark reputation for espionage and intrigue. It is known as the ''Lluutan'' to the [[Vargr]].
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* It is a small [[Main]] with 28 member systems.
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* It runs between the [[Ruler of Five]] and the [[Third Empire of Gashikan]], following a route through [[Balkanized Space]].
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A basic chart of the Last Bridge is shown, ''right'':
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* Worlds lying on [[Main|the Main]] are highlighted in tan.
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=== Subsector Summary ===
 
{{Summary}}
 
{{Summary}}
  
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=== Astrographic Features & Trade Routes: 1105 ===
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=== World Listing ===
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The following [[astrographic feature]]s and [[trade route]]s can be found within this area:
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[[AAB]] [[Library Data|library archives]] contain expanded data about the following systems:
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* No information yet available.
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* The primary source material for all data is [[Traveller Map]].
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* Other sources may contain contradictory or incorrect information.
  
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=== World Listing: 1105 ===
 
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The following [[system]]s and [[world]]s can be found within this area:
 
 
{{SectorWorlds2|Nikhigireki|Subsector}}
 
{{SectorWorlds2|Nikhigireki|Subsector}}
  
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== History & Background (Dossier) ==
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Note that some [[Second Survey]] data, though only [[Year|40 years]] old, is likely to be out of date.
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No information yet available.  
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* Data is occasionally updated as new information becomes available.
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* Scouting missions gathering reliable, verified data can receive substantial payment.
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* Verified updated data is constantly sought.
  
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=== Polity Listing: 1105 ===
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== History & Background ([[Dossier]]) ==
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The following [[polities]] can be found within this [[subsector]]:
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[[File:Comp-Prog-Dav-R-Deitrick-Starter-Trav-Page-16 16-July-2018a.jpg|right]]
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* Independent Powers ([[Pocket Empire]]s)
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The [[Vilani]] had contact with the [[Gvegh Vargr|Gvegh]], [[Aekhu Vargr|Aekhu]] and [[Logaksu Vargr|Logaksu]] before [[-2400]] in regions such as [[Provence Sector]], though the [[Vargr]] were initially seen more as a curiosity than a threat. The [[Vargr]] in turn learned of the vast, immensely wealthy, and militarily weak [[First Imperium|Human empire]], a temptation that was impossible for them to ignore. Within a few decades the [[Vargr]] were actively raiding [[Vilani]] settlements in [[Windhorn Sector|Windhorn]] and [[Corridor Sector]]s. The [[Vilani]] in turn moved the majority of their defenses towards these areas.
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** [[Ruler of Five]]
 
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** [[Third Empire of Gashikan]]
 
  
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* [[Non-Aligned]] Powers ([[World-State]]s)
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Other [[Vargr]] racial groups (the proto-[[Irilitok Vargr|Irilitok]], [[Ovaghoun Vargr|Ovaghoun]], [[Suedzuk Vargr|Suedzuk]] and [[Urzaeng Vargr|Urzaeng]]) took longer to find a path around the [[coreward]] end of the [[Windhorn Rift]], but when routes were eventually found they made a beeline for the poorly defended [[coreward]] edge of the ''[[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]]'' and its riches. These regions, already stripped of their meager defenses to prop up sectors further to [[spinward]], were easy prey for the new waves of [[Vargr]]. The vast distances the [[Vargr]] had to travel limited the numbers of raiders who actually reached the ''[[First Imperium|Ziru Sirka]]'': substantially more [[Vargr]] found promising worlds en route and decided to settle them instead.
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** [[Non-Aligned]] ([[Vargr]]-dominated)
 
  
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* Other Powers
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The state of war between the [[Ruler of Five]] and the [[Third Empire of Gashikan]] has taken a turn into the private sectors of trade and commerce.  Corporate wars are the majority of conflict in Nikhirgireki Subsector.  Worlds on both sides of the two-parsec border vie for the trade contracts out of [[Meshan Sector|Meshan]] and [[Mendan Sector|Meshan]] sectors.  Espionage, sabotage and other dirty tricks perpetrated upon the economy create a roller coaster ride in the markets with all involved packing antacids before entering the bargaining pits. 
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** None
 
  
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* [[Vargr Extents]] ([[Vargr]] powers)
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The wild card in this commercial tit-for-tat comes in the form of new arrivals, the [[Irilitok Vargr|Irilitok]] from the [[Julian Protectorate]].  For a few years now, Red Zoned {{WorldS|Tsaeousorrg|Gzaekfueg|2940}} has stunned the surrounding worlds by allowing an Irilitok embassy to open.  Corporations, trade liners and even the ''[[Menderes Corporation]]'' are looking at projected yields if the [[Urzaeng Vargr|Urzaeng]] prove themselves as amicable trade partners.  If so, then Tsaeousorrg will become rich acting as the bottleneck between the Urzaeng and Irilitok, a fact that is not lost on the [[Third Empire of Gashikan]], who are moving swiftly to poison the meeting of the minds involved.
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** Various member [[system]]s and [[world]]s.
 
  
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=== Native Sophonts ([[NIL]]s): 1105 ===
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=== Polity Listing ===
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The following [[Polity|polities]] lie within this subsector:
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''[[Vargr Extents]]'':
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* [[Pocket Empire|Independent Powers]]:
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** [[Ruler of Five]].
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** [[Third Empire of Gashikan]].
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* [[Non-Aligned]] Powers ([[World-State]]s):
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** [[Non-Aligned]] ([[Vargr]]-dominated).
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=== Native Sophonts ([[NIL]]s) ===
 
The following races ([[sophont]] species) are believed to have originated in this area:
 
The following races ([[sophont]] species) are believed to have originated in this area:
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* [[Humaniti]] (Human races)
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* [[Eemakin]] of [[Eena (world)|Eena]]. [[Semi-humanoid]]s from a [[rich world]] with a [[Temperate World|temperate climate]].
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** None
 
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* [[Non-Human Race]]s
 
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** None
 
  
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=== Demographics ===
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Significant populations of the following races ([[sophont]] species) reside within this area:
 
* [[Terragen]]s (Non-human [[Terran]] races)
 
* [[Terragen]]s (Non-human [[Terran]] races)
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** None
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** [[Vargr]] ([[Major Race]]): Mostly [[Urzaeng Vargr]].
  
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=== Demographics: 1105 ===
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* [[Humaniti]] (Human Races)
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Significant populations of the following races ([[sophont]] species) reside within this area:
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** Mixed heritage: Most commonly Travellers, traders, or captives held in bondage by the [[Vargr]].
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* [[Humaniti]] (Human races)
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** [[Solomani]]: Primarily from long-established families.
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** [[Solomani]] ([[Major Race]])
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** [[Vilani]]: Primarily from long-established (and often reclusive) families.
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** [[Vilani]] ([[Major Race]])
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** [[Yilean]]s of [[Gashikan (world)|Gashikan]]: Almost entirely citizens of the [[Third Empire of Gashikan]].
  
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* [[Non-Human Race]]s
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* [[Non-Human Races]]
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** None
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** [[Aezorgh]] of [[Soghzalghag (world)|Soghzalghag]]: Small populations on many [[Vargr]]-dominated worlds.
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** [[Eemakin]] of [[Eena (world)|Eena]]: Largely restricted to their [[homeworld]].
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** [[Hlanssai]] of [[Vrirhlanz (world)|Vrirhlanz]]: Typically wanderers and traders.
  
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* [[Terragen]]s (Non-human [[Terran]] races)
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=== Major Historical Events Timeline ===
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** [[Vargr]] ([[Major Race]])
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Major events that have affected this subsector and the wider region that it lies within:
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* [[-3810]]: The [[Vargr]] discover [[Jump Drive|jump technology]] and begin an era of expansion.
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* [[-3700|-3700s onwards]]: Waves of [[Vargr]] settle worlds across the region.
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* [[-2404]] to [[-2215]]: The Human [[Interstellar Wars]] rage to [[rimward]].
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* [[-1998]]: The [[Empire of Gashikan|First Empire of Gashikan]] is formed.
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* [[-1776]] to [[0]]: The [[Long Night]]. There is widespread regression within the area and some worlds [[Barren World|become barren]].
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* [[-1700|-1700 onward]]: [[Vargr]] expansion and settlement gradually ceases.
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* [[-1658]]: The [[Sack of Gashikan]], an atrocity known throughout the coreward parts of [[Charted Space]].
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* [[-1483]] to [[-321]]: The [[Gashikan Race Wars]] rage between Human and [[Vargr]] extremists across [[Vargr Extents|the Extents]].
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* [[-1427]]: The [[Wolvesbane Project|Wolvesbane plague]] is released in [[Gashikan Sector]], decimating [[Vargr]] populations.
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* [[0|The Year 0]]: To [[rimward]], the [[Third Imperium]] is founded.
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* [[26|circa 26]]: To [[spinward]], the [[Empire of Varroerth]] is founded.
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* [[30|circa 30]]: The earliest precursor states that later become the [[Ruler of Five]] [[Confederation]] emerge.
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* [[170|circa 170]]: The various [[Ruler of Five]] precursor states begin a centuries-long war of dominance.
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* [[175]] to [[191]]: The [[Julian War]].
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* [[300]] to [[420]]: The {{Imperial}} [[First Survey]] charts the subsector.
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* [[500|circa 500]]: The [[Ruler of Five]] [[Confederation]] draws up its charter, establishing [[Polity|the state]] in its current form.
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* [[995]] to [[1065]]: The {{Imperial}} [[Second Survey]] charts the subsector.
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* [[1065]]: The [[Second Survey]] is published. Information about the subsector becomes widely available.
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* [[1070]]: The [[Second Empire of Gashikan]] is shattered by civil war.
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* [[1078]]: The [[Third Empire of Gashikan]] forms.
  
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=== Major Historical Events Timeline: 1116 ===
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==== Later Eras ====
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These are some of the more important historical events that have affected this area:
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* [[1116|after 1116]]: The [[Empress Wave]] enters the region from [[coreward]].
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* No information yet available.
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* [[1135|after 1135]]: [[Virus]] enters the region from [[rimward]].
  
 
== References & Contributors (Sources) ==
 
== References & Contributors (Sources) ==
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{{Intermediate}}
 
 
{{Detail}}
 
{{Detail}}
 
{{Sources
 
{{Sources
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|S1= {{Ludography cite|name=Vargr (Alien Module)|page=TBD}} (named but no further data)
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|S1= [[John Harshman]], [[Marc Miller]], [[Loren Wiseman]]. {{CT}} ''[[Library Data (A-M)|Supplement 8 Library Data (A-M)]]'', ([[Game Designers Workshop]], 1981), various pages. (Library data entries)
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|S2= {{Ludography cite|name=Alien - Vilani & Vargr|page=TBD}} (dot map provided)  
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|S2= [[John Harshman]], [[Marc Miller]], [[Loren Wiseman]]. {{CT}} ''[[Library Data (N-Z)|Supplement 11 Library Data (N-Z)]]'', ([[Game Designers Workshop]], 1982), various pages. (Library data entries)
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|S3= EXTERNAL LINK: [https://web.archive.org/web/20160205040546/http://homepage.ntlworld.com/elvwood/Traveller/Sectors/ Undeveloped Sectors] by John G. Wood AKA Elvwood
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|S3= [[J. Andrew Keith]], [[Marc Miller]], [[John Harshman]]. {{CT}} ''[[Vargr (Alien Module)|Vargr]]'' ([[Game Designers Workshop]], 1984), IBC. (Subsector depicted but no further data provided)
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|S4= Author & Contributor: Pakkrat
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|S4= {{Ludography cite|name= Vilani & Vargr |page= pages 11, 48, 49}} (Dot maps providing the locations of worlds within the subsector and their political allegiances)
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|S5= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[User:Maksim-Smelchak|Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]]
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|S5= [[David Burden]], [[Stuart Dollar]], [[Andy Lilly]], [[Joseph Walsh]]. ''{{T4}} [[Aliens Volume 1]]'' ([[Imperium Games]], 1998), pages 91-182. (The [[Vargr]])
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|S6= [[David L. Pulver]]. ''[[GURPS Traveller]] [[GURPS Traveller: Alien Races 1|Alien Races 1]]'' ([[Steve Jackson Games]], 1998), pages 64-99. (The [[Vargr]])
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|S7= [[Simon Beal]]. ''[[Mongoose Traveller: Vargr]]'', ([[Mongoose Publishing]], 2009), various pages. (Background for the [[Windhorn Rift]] region)
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|S8= External Link: [https://web.archive.org/web/20160205040546/http://homepage.ntlworld.com/elvwood/Traveller/Sectors/ Undeveloped Sectors] by [[John G. Wood]]
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|S9= Author & Contributor: [[John G. Wood]] (Generated data)
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|S10= Author & Contributor: [[Pakkrat]]
 
}}
 
}}
  
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[[Category: Guidebook to Gzaekfueg Sector]]
 
[[Category: Vargr]]
 
[[Category: Vargr]]
 
[[Category: Vargr Extents]]
 
[[Category: Vargr Extents]]
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{{LEN|T5 Second Survey|}}
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{{LEN}}

Latest revision as of 06:51, 21 August 2025

Nikhigireki Subsector
Ungludh Siigikhakma Stand

Nikhigireki style="width: 250px; height: 350px; border: solid 1px black;"
map from Travellermap.com

Dekesh
Sector Gzaekfueg
Capital Saha (3EoG)
Ueaeltho (VRo5)
Number of Systems 37
Majority Control Third Empire of Gashikan - 65%
2nd Control Ruler of Five - 22%
3rd Control Non-Aligned (Vargr-dominated) - 13%

Nikhigireki Subsector is Subsector P of Gzaekfueg Sector.

Description / Specifications[edit]

(Chart sourced from Traveller Map)
Nudashiir Lagani. (Chart sourced from Traveller Map).
Last Bridge. (Chart sourced from Traveller Map).

Nikhigireki Subsector continues to be a battlefield between Vargr and Yileans, with much of its territory controlled by the Vargr-hating Third Empire of Gashikan.

  • Military action may occur within the region: extreme caution is advised.
  • The resources of the subsector are being exploited.

Astrographic Features & Trade Routes[edit]

The following astrographic and commercial data has been determined regarding Nikhigireki Subsector:

Stellar Distribution[edit]

A basic map showing the distribution and size of stars within Nikhigireki 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[edit]

The Nudashiir Lagani[edit]

The majority of the subsector's worlds lie on the Nudashiir Lagani, the great Lishun-Gashikan Main.

  • An eclectic mix of vessels, both human and Vargr, work their ways along the Main, carrying vast amounts of goods and commodities between its member worlds.

A basic chart of the Nudashiir Lagani is shown, right:

  • Worlds on the Main are highlighted in green.

The Last Bridge[edit]

A single world on the coreward edge of the subsector is a member of The Last Bridge, a war-ravaged chain of systems with a dark reputation for espionage and intrigue. It is known as the Lluutan to the Vargr.

A basic chart of the Last Bridge is shown, right:

  • Worlds lying on the Main are highlighted in tan.

Subsector Summary[edit]

Nikhigireki, subsector P of Gzaekfueg, contains 37 worlds with an estimated combined population of 25 billion, a per capita income of Cr3,242, and a total economy of BCr81,918. These worlds originate an interstellar trade of BCr33 through 31 starports (2 Class A, 4 Class B, 17 Class C, 8 Class D) employing 4,025 people. Driving this interstellar trade are six Agricultural (Ag) worlds, six Non-Agricultural (Na) worlds, no Pre-Agricultural (Pa) worlds, no Pre-Industrial (Pi) worlds, two Rich (Ri) worlds, and three Industrial (In) worlds. The governments in Nikhigireki maintain seven Military bases, five Scout bases, four Naval bases, three Corsair bases, and one Way station. The average technology level is 6 (with most between 3 and 9). The highest technology level is 12 at Ksoegusnoeks (Gzaekfueg 2638).

Nikhigireki, subsector P of Gzaekfueg, contains 53 stars; 21 monostellar systems, 16 binary systems, no trinary systems, and no systems with four or more stars. 29 of the 37 systems (78%) have native gas giants. There are no Asteroid (As) belts, four Desert (De) worlds, no Garden (Ga) worlds, one Ice-capped (Ic) world, five Poor (Po) worlds, three Vacuum (Va) worlds, and four Water (Wa) or Ocean (Oc) worlds.

Nikhigireki has an estimated population of 25 billion distributed across four High population (Hi) worlds, no Moderate population (Ph) worlds, 25 Non-industrial (Ni) worlds, eight Low population (Lo) worlds, and one Barren (Ba) world. The highest population worlds are Ksoegusnoeks (Gzaekfueg 2638), Lodaeegzzuen (Gzaekfueg 2536), Tongati (Gzaekfueg 2935), and Tsaeousorrg (Gzaekfueg 2940). The population consists primarily of 2 sophont groups.

2 identified sophont populations in Nikhigireki


Third Empire of Gashikan[edit]

The Third Empire of Gashikan has jurisdiction over 24 worlds in the subsector with an estimated combined population of 5 billion, a per capita income of Cr3,327, and a total economy of BCr17,381. These worlds originate an interstellar trade of BCr6 through 19 starports (1 Class A, 3 Class B, 10 Class C, 5 Class D) employing 885 people. Driving this interstellar trade are two Agricultural (Ag) worlds, two Non-Agricultural (Na) worlds, no Pre-Agricultural (Pa) worlds, no Pre-Industrial (Pi) worlds, two Rich (Ri) worlds, and one Industrial (In) world. The governments in the Third Empire of Gashikan maintain seven Military bases, five Scout bases, one Naval base, and one Way station within the subsector. The average technology level is 6 (with most between 4 and 9). The highest technology level is 11 at Tongati (Gzaekfueg 2935), Saha (Gzaekfueg 3139), and Eri (Gzaekfueg 3231).

The Third Empire of Gashikan has an estimated population of 5 billion within the subsector, distributed across one High population (Hi) world, no Moderate population (Ph) worlds, 16 Non-industrial (Ni) worlds, six Low population (Lo) worlds, and one Barren (Ba) world. The highest population world is Tongati (Gzaekfueg 2935). The population consists primarily of 1 sophont group.

Ruler of Five[edit]

The Ruler of Five has jurisdiction over eight worlds in the subsector with an estimated combined population of 20 billion, a per capita income of Cr3,225, and a total economy of BCr64,515. These worlds originate an interstellar trade of BCr26 through 8 starports (1 Class A, 1 Class B, 5 Class C, 1 Class D) employing 3,140 people. Driving this interstellar trade are one Agricultural (Ag) world, two Non-Agricultural (Na) worlds, no Pre-Agricultural (Pa) worlds, no Pre-Industrial (Pi) worlds, no Rich (Ri) worlds, and two Industrial (In) worlds. The governments in the Ruler of Five maintain three Corsair bases and one Naval base within the subsector. The average technology level is 7 (with most between 4 and 10). The highest technology level is 12 at Ksoegusnoeks (Gzaekfueg 2638).

The Ruler of Five has an estimated population of 20 billion within the subsector, distributed across three High population (Hi) worlds, no Moderate population (Ph) worlds, five Non-industrial (Ni) worlds, two Low population (Lo) worlds, and no Barren (Ba) worlds. The highest population worlds are Ksoegusnoeks (Gzaekfueg 2638), Lodaeegzzuen (Gzaekfueg 2536), and Tsaeousorrg (Gzaekfueg 2940). The population consists primarily of 1 sophont group.

Non-Aligned, Vargr-dominated[edit]

There are five Non-Aligned, Vargr-dominated worlds in Nikhigireki with an estimated combined population of 37 million.

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.
9 Worlds in the Nikhigireki Subsector
Eena  •  Ellee  •  Esfenrast  •  Ksoegusnoeks  •    •  Oensiatiot  •  Roulnoul  •  Saha  •  Tsaeousorrg  •  Ueaeltho  •  

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]

Comp-Prog-Dav-R-Deitrick-Starter-Trav-Page-16 16-July-2018a.jpg

The Vilani had contact with the Gvegh, Aekhu and Logaksu before -2400 in regions such as Provence Sector, though the Vargr were initially seen more as a curiosity than a threat. The Vargr in turn learned of the vast, immensely wealthy, and militarily weak Human empire, a temptation that was impossible for them to ignore. Within a few decades the Vargr were actively raiding Vilani settlements in Windhorn and Corridor Sectors. The Vilani in turn moved the majority of their defenses towards these areas.

Other Vargr racial groups (the proto-Irilitok, Ovaghoun, Suedzuk and Urzaeng) took longer to find a path around the coreward end of the Windhorn Rift, but when routes were eventually found they made a beeline for the poorly defended coreward edge of the Ziru Sirka and its riches. These regions, already stripped of their meager defenses to prop up sectors further to spinward, were easy prey for the new waves of Vargr. The vast distances the Vargr had to travel limited the numbers of raiders who actually reached the Ziru Sirka: substantially more Vargr found promising worlds en route and decided to settle them instead.

The state of war between the Ruler of Five and the Third Empire of Gashikan has taken a turn into the private sectors of trade and commerce. Corporate wars are the majority of conflict in Nikhirgireki Subsector. Worlds on both sides of the two-parsec border vie for the trade contracts out of Meshan and Meshan sectors. Espionage, sabotage and other dirty tricks perpetrated upon the economy create a roller coaster ride in the markets with all involved packing antacids before entering the bargaining pits.

The wild card in this commercial tit-for-tat comes in the form of new arrivals, the Irilitok from the Julian Protectorate. For a few years now, Red Zoned Tsaeousorrg (Gzaekfueg 2940) has stunned the surrounding worlds by allowing an Irilitok embassy to open. Corporations, trade liners and even the Menderes Corporation are looking at projected yields if the Urzaeng prove themselves as amicable trade partners. If so, then Tsaeousorrg will become rich acting as the bottleneck between the Urzaeng and Irilitok, a fact that is not lost on the Third Empire of Gashikan, who are moving swiftly to poison the meeting of the minds involved.

Polity Listing[edit]

The following polities lie within this subsector:

Vargr Extents:

Native Sophonts (NILs)[edit]

The following 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:

Major Historical Events Timeline[edit]

Major events that have affected this subsector and the wider region that it lies within:

Later Eras[edit]

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