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The politics and active groups in the region make up the principle danger of the Alpha Isles.  Over a half dozen powers have borders on or claims in the Alpha Isles, with constantly shifting alliances and uncertain goals making conflict all but inevitable.
The politics and active groups in the region make up the principle danger of the Alpha Isles.  Over a half dozen powers have borders on or claims in the Alpha Isles, with constantly shifting alliances and uncertain goals making conflict all but inevitable.
'''Major Powers'''
* The [[United Federation of Planets]] ordered the [[USS Arrow]] into the Alpha Isle's to bring peace and stability into the region. With the recent expansionist tactics of the Sheliak, the small Sabre class has its work cut out for it.


* The [[Sheliak]] have begun an expansionist move into the region, without care for the lesser carbon-based lifeforms that are in the way.  They view humanoids as lower life forms, and have no compunction about eradicating those that are not specifically protected under the terms of treaties, which are famously long, detailed, and intricate.
* The [[Sheliak]] have begun an expansionist move into the region, without care for the lesser carbon-based lifeforms that are in the way.  They view humanoids as lower life forms, and have no compunction about eradicating those that are not specifically protected under the terms of treaties, which are famously long, detailed, and intricate.
* The powerful [[Breen Confederacy]], secretive former enemies of the Federation, borders many of the major powers in the region.
* The powerful [[Breen Confederacy]], secretive former enemies of the Federation, borders many of the major powers in the region.


'''"The Big Six"''' - Minor Powers operating in the flotilla above Theta 122:
'''Minor Powers''':
 
* The [[Ferengi|Ferengi Alliance]] shares a small border with the Isle's between Federation space and the borders of the [[Breen Confederacy]]. Until now, the Ferengi have left this section of space alone. But now that there's activity in the area, some Ferengi prospectors have moved in to try and secure some profit.
 
* The [[Chalnoth]], anarchic warriors of impressive prowess, pillage amongst themselves, weeding out weakness at every encounter. Rumours of in-fighting and pack-wars threaten to weaken the already anarchistic race.
 
* The [[Caldonian|Caldonians]], led by scholars and diplomats, devote themselves to refined, knowledgeable pursuits.  They've been comparatively friendly and helpful to the Federation, and the USS Arrow in particular.  However, their scientific aims and lack of Federation membership have led to some points of friction between the two powers.
 


* The [[Chalnoth]], anarchic warriors of impressive prowess, pillage amongst themselves, weeding out weakness at every encounter. Captain [[Oqidd]] of the Chalnoth Vessel ''Dagger'' prowls Theta 122 with his pack.
{{Heading|The Theta 122 Blockade of 2397/98}}
* The [[Caldonian|Caldonians]], led by scholars and diplomats, devote themselves to refined, knowledgeable pursuits.  They've been comparatively friendly and helpful to the Federation, and the USS Arrow in particular.  However, their scientific aims and lack of Federation membership have led to some points of friction between the two powers.  Their chief representative is [[Beriali Dau]], captain of the ''Syrtan''.
* The [[Cardassian Union]] has a presence, if somewhat far-flung from their core worlds.  Their power in the region is currently in question after losses sustained during pirate attacks. [[Gul Dakul]], Commander of the ''CDS Hecklat'' died onboard the ''Arrow'', and command of the Galor class ship transferred to his Glinn - DeKeal - who left the system on the orders of Central Command.
* The [[Ferengi|Ferengi Alliance]] had a nominal stake in the fortunes of Theta 122, represented by [[Blet|DaiMon Blet]], the seedy and unscrupulous commander of the ''FMS Kasseka''. Blet seemed to enjoy 'press-ganging' unsuspecting business partners into his service if they reneged on deals made with him, and exploited the smaller ships in the area. After Blet's seeming destruction on the bridge of the ''Razor's Edge'', his second in command - Durg - took command of the ''Kasseka''.
* The [[Klingon Empire]] has no official claims in the area, but an vested interest in the region represented by [[Murkad|General Murkad]], commanding the ''IKS K'prong''.  The primary goal appears to be keeping the Sheliak at bay, and denying the aggressive expansion of their kind.
* The region is replete with pirates and privateers, seemingly fixed on taking anything they can get their hands on amidst the chaos (and instigating chaos wherever they can).  The most prominent example is the ship ''Razor's Edge'' and her Orion captain, [[Eru Ghant]].


{{Heading|Places}}  
In 2397 the advances of the Sheliak Corporate sent thousands of ships scurrying for cover and protection. A flotilla gathered in orbit of [[Theta 122]], including the [[USS Arrow]]. When the Sheliak blockaded the planet the ships found themselves stranded above the desolate planet. Factions and alliances were made and broken, and the Arrow observed six big figures operating among the thousands of ships. Dubbed ''The Big Six'' by Captain Shanye, these included:
 
* Captain [[Oqidd]] of the Chalnoth Vessel ''Dagger'' prowls Theta 122 with his pack.
* The [[Caldonian]] chief representative is [[Beriali Dau]], captain of the ''Syrtan''.
* [[Gul Dakul]], Commander of the ''CDS Hecklat'' represented the [[Cardassian Union]] above Theta 122. He died onboard the ''Arrow'', and command of the Galor class ship transferred to his Glinn - DeKeal - who left the system shortly after on the orders of Central Command.
* [[Blet|DaiMon Blet]], the seedy and unscrupulous commander of the ''FMS Kasseka''. Blet seemed to enjoy 'press-ganging' unsuspecting business partners into his service if they reneged on deals made with him, and exploited the smaller ships in the area. After Blet's seeming destruction on the bridge of the ''Razor's Edge'', his second in command - Durg - took command of the ''Kasseka''.
* [[Murkad|General Murkad]], commanding the Klingon vessel ''IKS K'prong'', trapped alone above the planet.  His primary goal appears to be keeping the Sheliak at bay, and denying the aggressive expansion of their kind.
* Orion privateer, [[Eru Ghant]], of the ''Razor's Edge'' represented the fast growing contingent of pirates and privateers in the region.
 
In [[A Scouring of Stars (Arrow)]] the USS Arrow played host to these figures in an attempt to hammer out a pact of non-aggression. The conference was not entirely successful. At the end of the mission, DaiMon Blet and Gul Dakul had been killed, General Murkad had begrudgingly aided the Arrow on the promise of Sheliak-killing weapons from Captain Dau, and Eru Ghant had seemingly been killed, only to be revived in secret by Sheliak Captain Tamazotz.
 
{{Heading|Locations in the Isle's}}  


; [[Theta 122]]
; [[Theta 122]]
: Theta 122 serves as the safest location in the Isles for refugees retreating from the advancing Sheliak.  Neither a particularly hospitable or resource-rich world, the only real thing to recommend the small planet is its location out of the way of the Sheliak - for a while at least.  It is also home to Atlas Base, and the location outside of Starfleet-protected space makes it prime for conducting the kind of research that escapes the watchful eye of Federation research review boards.  Home to [[The Brotherhood of Thet]].
: Theta 122 serves as the safest location in the Isles for refugees retreating from the advancing Sheliak.  Neither a particularly hospitable or resource-rich world, the only real thing to recommend the small planet is its location out of the way of the Sheliak - for a while at least.  It is also home to Atlas Base, and the location outside of Starfleet-protected space makes it prime for conducting the kind of research that escapes the watchful eye of Federation research review boards.  Home to [[The Brotherhood of Thet]].
; [[The Well]]
: A spatial phenomena close to Theta 122. It's an area of intense gravimetric distortions and anomalies. It's so disruptive to ships most races of the Alpha Isle's avoid it and give it a wide berth. In [[Evading Mist (Arrow)]], the USS Arrow was chased into The Well by the Sheliak vessel ''Ikries''. Narrowly avoiding the intense gravimetric disturbances, the Arrow 'sling-shotted' around an anomaly with enough speed to be expelled from the area and back on course to Theta 122.


; [[Atlas Base]]
; [[Atlas Base]]
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: Not quite a hive of scum and villainy, but not exactly far off from one. Deployed at the edge of the Alpha Quadrant for the purpose of bare-bones repair, Raft-One didn’t have the most auspicious of starts. Over time the often-forgotten facility strives to survive on the edge of the Isle's by any means necessary - savoury or not.
: Not quite a hive of scum and villainy, but not exactly far off from one. Deployed at the edge of the Alpha Quadrant for the purpose of bare-bones repair, Raft-One didn’t have the most auspicious of starts. Over time the often-forgotten facility strives to survive on the edge of the Isle's by any means necessary - savoury or not.


{{Heading|Species}}
; [[Chalnoth]]
[[File:Chalnoth.jpeg|100px|thumb|right|A Chalnoth.]]
: Aggressive warriors that live without any organized government, preferring a perpetual anarchy in which the strong invariably rule the weak. Any area of order in or around Chalnoth-maintained space is lead exclusively by the individual with the most power. The Federation has had little to no contact with the Chalnoth in any official capacity, partly as a result of an inability to even locate an official contact. Solely carnivorous diets and territorial behavior often lead to ... troublesome situations for those unfortunate to catch a Chalnoth vessel's eye.
; [[Caldonian]]
[[File:Caldonian.jpg|100px|thumb|right|A Caldonian.]]
: Scientists and scholars by trade and tradition, Caldonians are generally an insular but pleasant people, more prone to studying for the sake of studying than in an attempt to discover particular technologies. Located on the edge of Federation space, the Caldonians are relatively friendly to Federation-aligned species, and are not given to confrontation. Often choosing to eschew bureaucracy and management tasks, Caldonians are more often than not exceptionally intelligent, peaceful and highly committed to the research they prize so highly.
; [[Sheliak]]
[[File:Sheliak.jpg|100px|thumb|right|A member of the Sheliak Corporate.]]
: Very little is known about the Sheliak, something the Sheliak apparently prefer. A non-humanoid race that prefers Class H worlds, the Sheliak show an utter and total contempt for humanoid life, considering it to be lesser, and in many cases, even verminous. Governed by the Sheliak Corporate, treaties and written agreements seem to be the only way to peacefully and actively reach accords with them. The famous [[Treaty of Armens]] is notorious in the Federation's diplomatic circles, as its composition required hundreds of legal scholars and approximately 500,000 words. It has been followed to the letter by the Corporate, and as a result, any abrogations on the Federation's part are met with stern and certain condemnation. This obsession with treaty has been used against the Sheliak in the past, but until their recent push into the Beta Quadrant, there has almost never been an occasion where the Sheliak put themselves in a position to be maneuvered against in this way.


{{Heading|People}}  
{{Heading|People of Interest}}  


; [[Frederick Immelmann]]
; [[Frederick Immelmann]]

Revision as of 17:12, 24 January 2021

The Alpha Isles
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From the perspective of someone looking over the galactic landscape, the upper left hand corner of the Alpha Quadrant is home to a myriad of species, cosmic phenomena, and potential. It is difficult to find a more diverse - or tenuous - sector of space. A twisted mess of politics and tempers under normal circumstances, the newly-expansionist Sheliak Corporate have upended the balance of power in the region, sending refugees and prior residents in the area scrambling for safety.

Politics

The politics and active groups in the region make up the principle danger of the Alpha Isles. Over a half dozen powers have borders on or claims in the Alpha Isles, with constantly shifting alliances and uncertain goals making conflict all but inevitable.

Major Powers

  • The United Federation of Planets ordered the USS Arrow into the Alpha Isle's to bring peace and stability into the region. With the recent expansionist tactics of the Sheliak, the small Sabre class has its work cut out for it.
  • The Sheliak have begun an expansionist move into the region, without care for the lesser carbon-based lifeforms that are in the way. They view humanoids as lower life forms, and have no compunction about eradicating those that are not specifically protected under the terms of treaties, which are famously long, detailed, and intricate.
  • The powerful Breen Confederacy, secretive former enemies of the Federation, borders many of the major powers in the region.

Minor Powers:

  • The Ferengi Alliance shares a small border with the Isle's between Federation space and the borders of the Breen Confederacy. Until now, the Ferengi have left this section of space alone. But now that there's activity in the area, some Ferengi prospectors have moved in to try and secure some profit.
  • The Chalnoth, anarchic warriors of impressive prowess, pillage amongst themselves, weeding out weakness at every encounter. Rumours of in-fighting and pack-wars threaten to weaken the already anarchistic race.
  • The Caldonians, led by scholars and diplomats, devote themselves to refined, knowledgeable pursuits. They've been comparatively friendly and helpful to the Federation, and the USS Arrow in particular. However, their scientific aims and lack of Federation membership have led to some points of friction between the two powers.


The Theta 122 Blockade of 2397/98

In 2397 the advances of the Sheliak Corporate sent thousands of ships scurrying for cover and protection. A flotilla gathered in orbit of Theta 122, including the USS Arrow. When the Sheliak blockaded the planet the ships found themselves stranded above the desolate planet. Factions and alliances were made and broken, and the Arrow observed six big figures operating among the thousands of ships. Dubbed The Big Six by Captain Shanye, these included:

  • Captain Oqidd of the Chalnoth Vessel Dagger prowls Theta 122 with his pack.
  • The Caldonian chief representative is Beriali Dau, captain of the Syrtan.
  • Gul Dakul, Commander of the CDS Hecklat represented the Cardassian Union above Theta 122. He died onboard the Arrow, and command of the Galor class ship transferred to his Glinn - DeKeal - who left the system shortly after on the orders of Central Command.
  • DaiMon Blet, the seedy and unscrupulous commander of the FMS Kasseka. Blet seemed to enjoy 'press-ganging' unsuspecting business partners into his service if they reneged on deals made with him, and exploited the smaller ships in the area. After Blet's seeming destruction on the bridge of the Razor's Edge, his second in command - Durg - took command of the Kasseka.
  • General Murkad, commanding the Klingon vessel IKS K'prong, trapped alone above the planet. His primary goal appears to be keeping the Sheliak at bay, and denying the aggressive expansion of their kind.
  • Orion privateer, Eru Ghant, of the Razor's Edge represented the fast growing contingent of pirates and privateers in the region.

In A Scouring of Stars (Arrow) the USS Arrow played host to these figures in an attempt to hammer out a pact of non-aggression. The conference was not entirely successful. At the end of the mission, DaiMon Blet and Gul Dakul had been killed, General Murkad had begrudgingly aided the Arrow on the promise of Sheliak-killing weapons from Captain Dau, and Eru Ghant had seemingly been killed, only to be revived in secret by Sheliak Captain Tamazotz.

Locations in the Isle's

Theta 122
Theta 122 serves as the safest location in the Isles for refugees retreating from the advancing Sheliak. Neither a particularly hospitable or resource-rich world, the only real thing to recommend the small planet is its location out of the way of the Sheliak - for a while at least. It is also home to Atlas Base, and the location outside of Starfleet-protected space makes it prime for conducting the kind of research that escapes the watchful eye of Federation research review boards. Home to The Brotherhood of Thet.
The Well
A spatial phenomena close to Theta 122. It's an area of intense gravimetric distortions and anomalies. It's so disruptive to ships most races of the Alpha Isle's avoid it and give it a wide berth. In Evading Mist (Arrow), the USS Arrow was chased into The Well by the Sheliak vessel Ikries. Narrowly avoiding the intense gravimetric disturbances, the Arrow 'sling-shotted' around an anomaly with enough speed to be expelled from the area and back on course to Theta 122.
Atlas Base
A small base on the surface of Theta 122, commissioned by Frederick Immelmann. Acting as the administrator to a colony fitted for approximately one hundred, the base was designed to conduct research on and around Theta 122. The base itself is tiny; unlike most other Federation installations, it was designed for compactness and functionality, with limited amenities. Designed principally to conduct science, it is positioned near water and food resources to maximize the power available for research. The base itself is poorly defended, and depends on its small size and relative obscurity for protection. Its minute resources are stretch nearly to the breaking point with the influx of refugees coming to the planet, creating a certain amount of tension between the inhabitants of the base and the Arrow.
Forward Refit Station-1 (AKA Raft-One)
Not quite a hive of scum and villainy, but not exactly far off from one. Deployed at the edge of the Alpha Quadrant for the purpose of bare-bones repair, Raft-One didn’t have the most auspicious of starts. Over time the often-forgotten facility strives to survive on the edge of the Isle's by any means necessary - savoury or not.


People of Interest

Frederick Immelmann
Head of Atlas Base, Frederick Immelmann.
A highly eccentric and dedicated scientist turned administrator of Atlas Base. Immelmann led a group of scientists away from Federation protection in the pursuit of the answers to mysteries surrounding Theta 122.
Edward Morgan
Former Starfleet scientist turned head of local cult group The Brotherhood of Thet. Eloquent yet dangerous, Morgan leads a rag-tag group of zealots near the only known natural water source on Theta 122.
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