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A great expanse encompassing a region between the borders of the Federation, [[ma:Gorn | Gorn Confederacy]], [[Tzenkethi]] Hegmony and near the tip of [[Tholian]] space within the Alpha Quadrant, largely still unknown despite the advances of what was originally the T-DI (Taskforce Discovery) Fleet of [[StarBase 118 Ops | Starbase 118]]. It also hosts both the [[ma:Klingon Empire | Klingons]] as well as the [[ma:Romulans | Romulans]] in various capacities.


With the advance of the original ships assigned to the region under Rear Admiral Hollis Calley, the region is one of the most politically active and sometimes controversial areas where a growing number of [[Starfleet]] and Federation facilities and ships are located. Pioneers of the Fleet include the decommissioned [[USS Kodiak]], the recently destroyed [[USS Independence]] (*see [[Battle for DS17]]), the [[USS Hammond]], the [[USS Triumphant]], and later the [[USS Wallace]] along with [[USS Darwin]].
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The '''Ithassa Region''' (''Gorn: '''Chavesss Sector''', Constellationite: '''Ulsjifga''''') is a vast expanse covering 15,000,000 ly<sup>3</sup> of the Alpha Quadrant. The region includes various [[Ithassa Region Stellar Cartography|stellar phenomenae]], such as the [[Bull's Run]] and the nebulae of the Aurona Sector. The region is cuboid in shape, with edges of length 1000ly, 500ly and 30ly. At Warp 9, it would take over 3 years to cross the Region at its widest point.


The current Fleet encompasses the [[USS Ursa Major]], the [[USS Triumphant]], the recommissioned [[USS Ronin]], and soon to be another ship (due to the loss of the [[USS Independence]]), along with the [[Deep Space 17]] (DS17) starbase orbiting within the Eratis System.
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The initial discovery of the region is attributed to astrophysicist [[Ithassa, Sjori|Sjori Ithassa]], after whom the region is named in Federation records. Other local powers have differing names for the region, including the Gorn name "Chavesss Sector". Federation vessels did not begin exploration of the region until the turn of the 24th Century, with a handful of vessels being assigned before the [[ma:Tomed Incident|Tomed Incident]]. During this first foray, the station [[Deep Space 17]] was constructed to observe the neutron star [[Eratis]].


Despite the redeployment of resources, the region still held some interest from the Federation. Starfleet resumed exploration of the region in the late 2360's, after ships had been freed up by the end of the [[ma:Federation-Cardassian War|Federation-Cardassian War]]. The fleet reclaimed Deep Space 17, which had been running on automation for the previous three decades; but withdrew once more in 2373 as resources were needed for the continuing [[ma:Second Federation-Klingon War|Second Federation-Klingon War]] and then for the [[ma:Dominion War|Dominion War]].


==Astrometry==
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The Ithassa Region is a vast expanse of space, covering a volume of 15000000^3 light years. This region is dictated by boundaries marking out a cuboid in space of 500x1000x30 light years. At Warp 9, the region takes approximately 1000 days to cross.


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Starfleet turned its attention to the Ithassa Region for a third time in late 2379, four years after the end of the Dominion War. With Starfleet still rebuilding, a small [[Ithassa Region Starfleet Vessels|Taskforce]] headed by Rear Admiral [[Hollis Calley]] was sent to once more reclaim and explore the vast region. The initial taskforce comprised of the [[USS Kodiak-B]], [[USS Independence]], [[USS Hammond]] and [[USS Triumphant]], with the [[USS Wallace]] and [[USS Darwin]] following soon after.  The crew of USS Wallace assisted in the second reactivation of Deep Space 17. The USS Kodiak was decommissioned for technical reasons in early 2383, with the [[USS Ursa Major]] taking her place in the taskforce.


==History==
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It’s called the Chavesss Sector by the [[ma:Gorn | Gorn]], but the discovery is attributed to astrophysicist [[Sjori Ithassa]]. Officially, the first exploration vehicle by Starfleet has little by way of chain of events as to assignments, with the notable exception of the starbase [[Deep Space 17]], which was commissioned in 2312 (and decommissioned in 2339).
The Federation are not the only major power in the region. At least three previously known major powers are present in the region, in the form of the [[ma:Gorn Hegemony|Gorn Hegemony]], [[Tzenkethi|Tzenkethi Coalition]] and the [[Tholian|Tholian Assembly]]. There have also been reports of the Breen, and the USS Ronin has encountered the Cardassian Empire. In addition to these major powers, there are several local powers as well. The Confederacy of Core Worlds, which include the [[Free Trade Union]], as well as the One Kingdom are examples of these. In all, the area is a politically active region, and occassionally quite a controversial one.


The [[ma:Tomed Incident | Tomed Incident]] with the [[ma:Romulans | Romulans]] resulted in the redeployment of [[Starfleet]] resources, which is believed to have attributed to the abandonment of the region until much later, toward the end of 2379 and beginning of 2380.
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The powers within the Region do not always see eye to eye, and this was shown quite dramatically in the [[Gorn Conflict of 2383]]. The first casualty of the conflict was the FTU [[Furies Furnace Base|base]] at [[Furies Furnace]], destroyed by the invading Gorn. The base had been the location where the [[Furies Furnace Treaty]] had been signed, which had since led to good relations between the Federation and the FTU. The base was not the last casualty, nor fatality of the conflict however.


After skirmishes throughout the region, various Starfleet vessels had been heavily damaged. The [[USS Tucson]] had required towing back to Deep Space 17, whilst the Independence was operating on a skeleton crew with a makeshift warp drive. Both managed to make it back to the station before the Gorn fleet arrived however, their objective long clear. The [[Battle of Eratis|resultant battle]] ended with heavy losses on both sides, with both USS Tucson and [[USS First Response]] destroyed before the USS Ursa Major announced a ceasefire. USS Independence was destroyed when it rammed the Gorn flagship at the very end of the battle.


==Federation Presence==
The loss of vital vessels in the region led to Starfleet deploying several additional starships, to replenish the fleet. Former Independence First Officer [[Mar, Idril|Idril Mar]] was given command of the [[USS Ronin]] before the Independence herself was [[USS Independence-A|replaced]]. USS Triumphant was reassigned to be permenantly attached to Deep Space 17 in 2384. Admiral Hollis and the USS Ursa Major were recalled to Earth during 2385, with most of the senior crew assigned to either the USS Independence-A or the newly dispatched [[USS Tiger]].
* [[Deep Space 17]]
* [[USS Darwin]]
** (decommissioned)
* [[USS Hammond]]
** (not active)
* [[USS Independence]]
** (destroyed stardate 238309.26)
* [[USS Kodiak]]
** (decommissioned)
* [[USS Ronin]]
* [[USS Triumphant]]
* [[USS Tucson]]
** (decommissioned)
* [[USS Ursa Major]]
* [[USS Wallace]]
** (decommissioned)
* [[Wheeler Colony]]


In 2388, following the [[Hobus supernova| Hobus Supernova of 2387]], some Romulan refugees have established a colony on [[Bilire VI]] and every effort to help them acclimate is being made by the crew of the Independence-A.


==Planets, Regions & Systems==
{{Ithassa Stellar Cartography}}
 
===[[3A9]]===
A planet originally home to a [[Tzenkethi]] research station facility which was destroyed.
 
===[[Aronis Sector]]===
A sector of magnetic shoals and high radiation, mapped by the [[USS Kodiak]].
 
===[[Eratis System]]===
Encompassing a vast asteroid environment and assorted gases orbiting around a neutron star. It is also the home of [[Deep Space 17]].
 
===[[Igloo Cluster (IC-93)]]===
A region that’s home to ninty-three (93) compact systems and a central area / home to many of the [[Grendellai]] (see [[The One Kingdom]].
 
===[[Furies Furnace]]===
A section of space which is highly volatile, carrying a substance through a major expanse of asteroid bodies which is corrosive to metal, and renders starship sensors useless. Known as a popular trade route for member races of the [[Free Trade Union]].
 
===[[T8A]]===
Not much is known, but it’s reputated to be a pleasure planet of sorts.
 
 
 
==Governments & Alliances==
*[[Free Trade Union]]
**[[Gambians]]
*[[The One Kingdom]]
**[[Grendellai]]
**[[Constellationites]]
 
 
==Neighboring Powers==
 
===Tzenkethi===
The [[Tzenkethi]] are known to be active in the region. Further information on Tzenkethi involvement in the Ithassa Region is classified by Starfleet Intelligence for Alpha-Two clearance and above.
 
 
===The Gorn Confederacy===
The other great power in Ithassa, the reptilian [[Gorn]] have been known to the Federation for 87 years. As one of the major neighboring powers, they have historically viewed the Ithassa Region as a part of their territory, as skirmishes between the powers and the Ithassa Region's inhabitants occur regularly. They have both sided with and against the Federation repeatedly over the years.
 
Significant antipathy exists between the One Kingdom and the Gorn Confederacy. The Gorn have been known to supply weapons and supplies to resistance cells of Grendellai within [[The One Kingdom]]. The Gorn deliberately sabotaged recent peace talks hosted by then Rear Admiral Hollis, and later would send an invasion force into the Ithassa to reclaim what was perceived as their territory which cultimated in the [[Battle for DS17]] in the summer of 2383.
 
===Tholians===
Toward the outer rim of the Ithassa Region, the [[Tholian | Tholians]] do venture into the region.
 
 
===The [[ma:Klingon Empire|Klingons]]===
Four hundred years ago, before the rise of the warrior culture in the Klingon Empire, at the command of Emperor Devoth, a group of explorers set out to discover what they could about the galaxy. They were led by C'tran, founder of the house of C'tran. He took with him seventeen ships on a voyage that lasted ten years. Part way through, the fleet encountered some magnetic shoals, and the ships were wrecked on an unknown planet. With no way of taking the shipwrecked with them on their already overcrowded fleet, the fleet departed, promising to send help as soon as they could. 
 
When the fleet returned to Qo'nos, a change in leadership had occurred. Emperor Devoth had been deposed and a new emperor, Kortath, had replaced him. It was he who first encouraged the ascent of the warrior cult. Most of C'tran's discoveries were destroyed, and C'tran himself, sidelined.
 
The [[USS Kodiak|Kodiak]] discovered this colony during a routine charting mission of the [[Aronis Sector]]. Klingons High Command was notified. The Klingons in this sector are at a pre-space flight level of development, and have evolved a totalitarian and aggressive system of government.
 
 
===Other Species===
Other species are known to exist in the '''Ithassa Region''', but they are yet to be encountered in significant numbers and may or may not possess warp technology.
 
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The Ithassa Region (Gorn: Chavesss Sector, Constellationite: Ulsjifga) is a vast expanse covering 15,000,000 ly3 of the Alpha Quadrant. The region includes various stellar phenomenae, such as the Bull's Run and the nebulae of the Aurona Sector. The region is cuboid in shape, with edges of length 1000ly, 500ly and 30ly. At Warp 9, it would take over 3 years to cross the Region at its widest point.

The initial discovery of the region is attributed to astrophysicist Sjori Ithassa, after whom the region is named in Federation records. Other local powers have differing names for the region, including the Gorn name "Chavesss Sector". Federation vessels did not begin exploration of the region until the turn of the 24th Century, with a handful of vessels being assigned before the Tomed Incident. During this first foray, the station Deep Space 17 was constructed to observe the neutron star Eratis.

Despite the redeployment of resources, the region still held some interest from the Federation. Starfleet resumed exploration of the region in the late 2360's, after ships had been freed up by the end of the Federation-Cardassian War. The fleet reclaimed Deep Space 17, which had been running on automation for the previous three decades; but withdrew once more in 2373 as resources were needed for the continuing Second Federation-Klingon War and then for the Dominion War.

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Starfleet turned its attention to the Ithassa Region for a third time in late 2379, four years after the end of the Dominion War. With Starfleet still rebuilding, a small Taskforce headed by Rear Admiral Hollis Calley was sent to once more reclaim and explore the vast region. The initial taskforce comprised of the USS Kodiak-B, USS Independence, USS Hammond and USS Triumphant, with the USS Wallace and USS Darwin following soon after. The crew of USS Wallace assisted in the second reactivation of Deep Space 17. The USS Kodiak was decommissioned for technical reasons in early 2383, with the USS Ursa Major taking her place in the taskforce.

The Federation are not the only major power in the region. At least three previously known major powers are present in the region, in the form of the Gorn Hegemony, Tzenkethi Coalition and the Tholian Assembly. There have also been reports of the Breen, and the USS Ronin has encountered the Cardassian Empire. In addition to these major powers, there are several local powers as well. The Confederacy of Core Worlds, which include the Free Trade Union, as well as the One Kingdom are examples of these. In all, the area is a politically active region, and occassionally quite a controversial one.

The powers within the Region do not always see eye to eye, and this was shown quite dramatically in the Gorn Conflict of 2383. The first casualty of the conflict was the FTU base at Furies Furnace, destroyed by the invading Gorn. The base had been the location where the Furies Furnace Treaty had been signed, which had since led to good relations between the Federation and the FTU. The base was not the last casualty, nor fatality of the conflict however.

After skirmishes throughout the region, various Starfleet vessels had been heavily damaged. The USS Tucson had required towing back to Deep Space 17, whilst the Independence was operating on a skeleton crew with a makeshift warp drive. Both managed to make it back to the station before the Gorn fleet arrived however, their objective long clear. The resultant battle ended with heavy losses on both sides, with both USS Tucson and USS First Response destroyed before the USS Ursa Major announced a ceasefire. USS Independence was destroyed when it rammed the Gorn flagship at the very end of the battle.

The loss of vital vessels in the region led to Starfleet deploying several additional starships, to replenish the fleet. Former Independence First Officer Idril Mar was given command of the USS Ronin before the Independence herself was replaced. USS Triumphant was reassigned to be permenantly attached to Deep Space 17 in 2384. Admiral Hollis and the USS Ursa Major were recalled to Earth during 2385, with most of the senior crew assigned to either the USS Independence-A or the newly dispatched USS Tiger.

In 2388, following the Hobus Supernova of 2387, some Romulan refugees have established a colony on Bilire VI and every effort to help them acclimate is being made by the crew of the Independence-A.


Ithassa Region Stellar Cartography (Map)
Aurona Sector Furies Furnace · Rakis system · Unity One
Eratis Sector Eratis system · Deep Space 17
One Kingdom Triceblessed · Snow-on-the-Hilltop system (Klakkr's Drift)
Other Sectors Bull's Run · Deadwood system (Wheeler Colony) · Devinon system ((Devinon VI)) · Enthri system · Groen system (Groen Klei) · Hermates Sector (Asterospolis) · Igloo Cluster · Ithassa Triangle · Mogus system · Rowlka-Alpha system · Triades-Episolon system (TE-IV)
Other Planets Esogunot · Ma'vil III · Oxi · Prantis III · Ramd · T8A · XB3
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