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In the Aftermath of the Dark Nova

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In the Aftermath of the Dark Nova

How the galaxy sought to heal after such tragedy

Charlie Dorsett
Dec 8, 2022
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In the Aftermath of the Dark Nova

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Welcome to the galaxy of Barrens End. It is a tricky thing to figure out where to start when telling a story like this, so why not start with the fall of the last great galactic empire and the mysteries surrounding it.

The Dark Nova

The Dark Nova destroyed the home world of the An-sarra empire which controlled a large portion of the galaxy. There was no warning, no signs of an issue, just sudden, violent destruction. The entire royal family died as did most of the ministers of government. Whatever destroyed the system sent a shockwave through the jump gate network devastating worlds throughout the galaxy. Some worlds still haven’t recovered.

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Tair Kor class superstation

Other than the plethora of conspiracy and fractured loyalties that arose from the Dark Nova, the Tair Kor project gave purpose to many and culminated in the construction of the Cenotaph.

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The Cenotaph

The Cenotaph was meant to be a collective project to bring people together to heal the trauma of the Dark Nova, but its construction and the politics that surrounded it shaped the galaxy to this day.

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Moving Forward

Next up, we will explore the orders, sects, and organizations that arose after the Dark Nova and how the struggles and strife between them shaped the galaxy.

Your questions and comments are welcomed. That is how we make this setting better. What do you want to know more about and what corners of the galaxy do you want to see built out more?

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