Starnation: Cloud Empire of Thoth   Number of Planets: 1 (Organtulus V, Gas Giant) Capital City: Anbril (formerly Fairview 5) Government: Meritocratic Guild Oligarchy   Population: 300,000 (60% miners and their families, 40% new arrivals, remote workers, and professionals) History, Customs, and Culture: The Cloud Empire of Thoth traces its origins back nearly 300 years when the first gas miners established a solitary platform to extract valuable gases from the dense clouds of Organtulus V. As the operation expanded, miners’ families and more residential platforms sprang up, leading to the growth of a substantial colony. However, 180 years ago, these miners, dissatisfied with corporate control, declared independence and renamed their home platform "Anbril", now the capital city of the Cloud Empire. After a hard-fought four-year struggle, the corporations that had once controlled the platforms relinquished their hold, and the newly-formed Cloud Empire of Thoth wa...

Starnation: Republic of Maf Number of Planets: None (Virtual Starnation) Capital City: Gawinna Tor (Space Station) Government: Algocracy (Algorithm-based Governance) Population: Virtual and undefined, as citizens hail from various physical nations and locales across the galaxy History, Customs, and Culture: The Republic of Maf is a unique starnation in the galaxy, distinguished by its entirely virtual nature. Founded upon principles of human rights, liberty, and near-laissez-faire capitalism, the Republic operates primarily from the space station Gawinna Tor, a colossal 11.2-mile diameter torus in orbit around the planet Maf. The station itself is owned and operated by the Gawinna Corporation, headquartered in Kila Vas, but it serves as the official seat of government for the Republic. The people of Maf come from diverse backgrounds and physical locations across the galaxy, unified not by territory but by shared values and a commitment to a Constitution that upholds human rights, ...

Starnation: Legates of the Sosoman Republic Number of Planets: 147 (11 additional planets have applied for membership) Capital City: Syngalah Tom Government: Representative Democracy (Republic) -Population: 1.9 trillion History, Customs, and Culture: The Legates of the Sosoman Republic boast a rich history steeped in the tradition of governance by "legates"—councils of elected representatives who oversee every facet of life, from the smallest village to the sprawling metropolises. This form of government, evolving over centuries, has created a deeply ingrained culture of civic responsibility and active participation. The people of the Sosoman Republic take great pride in their meritocratic system, where anyone with the drive, dedication, and qualifications can ascend to a legation and influence their society. The capital planet, Sosoman, particularly the city of Syngalah Tom, epitomizes this cultural blend of ancient grandeur and modern prosperity. With its shimmering glass t...

Starnation: Stellar Confederation Number of Planets: 12 Capital City: Nexus Prime Government: Confederation Military: Confederation Defense Force Population Estimate: 108.8 billion The Stellar Confederation is a starnation characterized by its confederal form of government, where power is shared among member planets while maintaining a central governing body. Nexus Prime, a bustling metropolis known for its cultural diversity and cosmopolitan atmosphere, serves as the capital city and the heart of the confederation. The history of the Stellar Confederation is rooted in a desire for cooperation, unity, and mutual prosperity among its member planets. Recognizing the strength in diversity, the starnation was formed through a voluntary alliance of sovereign states that sought to pool their resources, knowledge, and strengths for the benefit of all. The confederation emerged as a platform for interstellar trade, diplomacy, and collaboration. Customs and culture within the Stellar Confederat...

Starnation: Stellar Conclave Number of Planets: 95 Capital City: Celestial Plaza Government: Council-based Democracy Population: 658.7 billion Description: Welcome to the Stellar Conclave, a celestial union of 95 planets harmoniously governed through the principles of a council-based democracy. At the heart of this grand stellar congregation stands the magnificent Celestial Plaza, a testament to unity, cooperation, and the pursuit of collective prosperity. Celestial Plaza, the illustrious capital city of the Stellar Conclave, gleams like a beacon of hope across the cosmos. Located on a strategically significant planet, the cityscape showcases a breathtaking fusion of advanced technology and the ethereal beauty of the stars. Its soaring spires and sweeping arches reach towards the heavens, symbolizing the Conclave's aspiration to reach new heights of knowledge and understanding. The Stellar Conclave operates as a thriving council-based democracy, a model that empowers representative...