The Outback
Beyond Centopoly control.
Overview
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Worlds | 500+ |
| Metric Influence | Variable (moderate to none) |
| Bridge Technology | Generally unavailable |
| Conflict | Common, inter-planetary warfare |
Structure
Outback Settlements (35%):
- Worlds in colonization phase
- Some approaching Candidate World status
- Moderate Metric presence in some areas
Outback Wilderness (65%):
- Largely unexplored
- Dangerous territories
- Ruled by overlords
- Barely human civilizations
- "Anything goes"
Characteristics
- No Bridge Technology (travel requires 0.8c relativistic flight)
- Cypher technology spreads freely here
- Mercantile Alliance maintains zones with stronger Metric presence
- Scions of Ogo hold significant power
For Operatives
The Outback offers:
- Freedom from Metric surveillance
- Cypher contacts and technology
- Dangerous but lucrative opportunities
- Scions, Neo-Yakuza, and resistance forces operate openly
Travel Note
Without Bridge Technology, journeys between Outback worlds are lengthy and expensive. Your Echo Interface provides remote access where Reticle connectivity exists.
Learn More
- The Centopoly - The alternative
- Unknown Regions - Beyond even the Outback