Fiction:Farengeto Republic

The Farengeto Republic is a recently formed empire. The Republic consists of several small empires, who were often hostile of each other. In 2778 the Farengeto Free Trade Agreement was signed on the planet of the same name. Following the introduction of the agreement relations quickly improved, allowing a unification in 2783. Farengeto, now a major trade hub, was then established as the capital. While the original Republic was small, the unification ushered in a golden age of rapid growth, increasing the empire to its current size of approximately 500 systems.

Prehistory
Millions of years ago the planet Farengeto was home to the aquatic Farengeto. Though they never left the oceans of their world they would develop an advanced civilization far beyond even the world's modern inhabitants. At some point their civilization died off and disappeared from an unknown cause, though archeological evidence indicates a mass extinction event around the time. Time has destroyed most evidence of the civilization, though scattered artifacts would survive into the present.

Early History
In 2659 the Modians became the first of the species of the modern Farengeto region to discover interstellar travel. Over the next hundred years many other species would take to the stars, and through the influence of the Modians and their trade network the region quickly developed. Old Farengeto outposts remain scattered throughout the region, The Modian Confederation and the Unatri Republic soon emerged as regional powers. In 2682 a political conflict would split the Modians into the Modian Confederation and the Modian Empire, beginning the devastating Modian Civil War which would rage for nearly a decade before a peace treaty was signed.

Following the Modian Civil War the region would remain relatively peaceful, but by the 2740s aggressive empires were quickly emerging, including the Garenti Empire and the Lagahti Union. The discovery of advanced technological artifacts on the Federation-controlled world of Farengeto in the Farnella system in 2747 would be the trigger event of what would be known as the Great Farengeto War.

In the early stages of the war the Lagahti and Garenti would make massive gains against the unprepared Modians and Unatri. The offensives and a renewed Civil War would devastate the Modian Empire. For over a decade the war continued, with the Garenti also launching a huge wave of expansion. Many empires would be devastated or destroyed in the conflict. In 2759 the Lagahti would deploy their F.L.E.I.J.A. superweapon, forcing renewed efforts from the Modians and Unatri leading to the Lagahti surrender in 2760. The Garenti would hold out for several months before a revolution lead by would overthrow the monarchy and opened them to diplomacy. In 2761 a formal peace treaty named the Treaty of Farengeto would be signed on the planet to end the war, and established a 5 light year neutral DMZ around it. The neutral zone would eventually become an economic hub for those wishing to avoid cautious political borders.

Rise of the Republic
The Great War had taken a devastating toll on the nations. In the shock of the aftermath the nations nearly instantly fell to peace, vowing to never let such a conflict happen again. They grew closer to trade, and eventually it became the core of their peace.

In 2773, Unaria Harenia was elected as President of the Unatri Republic. Beginning a campaign of peace, she spent much of the next five years increasing diplomatic ties in the region, and in 2778 this lead to the signing of the Farengeto Free Trade Agreement (FFTA) on the planet of the same name, which was now a bustling economic center. While the FFTA initially only included the 5 major empires, by the end of the year almost every empire of the region was a member.

In 2783 the new era of prosperity would bring forth the proposal of a full unification. After careful negotiations the members of the FFTA accepted the terms and formed the Farengeto Republic, named after and located on the planet which had played a key role in its history.

A Unified Farengeto
Following the unification significant improvements were made in FTL technology, allowing travel both faster and farther and by the 2790s ships had begun travelling far across the Katar Sector in hopes of establishing alliances and trade routes.

The Farengeto were quickly drawn into Attero Dominatus after making first contact with the Drakodominatus Tyranny. They would then become a neutral party in the war, after establishing alliances with both the Tyranny and several members of the future KSA. Despite both internal and external pressures, the Farengeto Republic would remain neutral until 2792.

The Dominatus War
In early December of 2792, Chancellor Unaria secretly received an order from the Drakodominatus Tyranny to invade the Republic's neighbours as part of the, however she chose to ignore the request. When the launched an invasion of the, the Farengeto navy was launched to support the defence as a diplomatic force. Though unsuccessful, the Republic would officially drop its relations with the Dominatus and join the in their fight against them. The war established the Farengeto Republic as a competent military force. At the end of the war the Republic was granted the Farengeto Occupation Zone, which was officially recognized as part of the new Farengeto Trade Coalition, and economic union to rebuild the region after the war.

Lightning War
On January 1st, 2795 Farengeto was among the empires to join the disastrous against the Grand Tarkan Empire. Tekari's battlegroup, consisting of Farengeto, Ezlangei, and Sindar ships, lead the invasion from the Farengeto front. The front culminated in the Battle of Heleni, which proved a disaster for KSA. The battle became notable for Tekari's usage of the F.L.E.I.J.A. superweapon, despite its outlawing in 2761. The peace treaty forced Farengeto to secede large portions of the Farengeto Occupation Zone to the Tarkan Empire.

The End of the Harenia Era
Shortly after the conclusion of the Lightning War the Republic would be hit by the 9 day pandemic later called the "Rani Contagion". The elections of 6.0.0 FUC (January 20th, 2796) saw the defeat of Chancellor Harenia to Senator Ardev Rakavaz, Unaria's support declining in the years of conflict despite her cries for peace.

Calendar
The Farengeto Unified Calendar (FUC) was designed following the Unification in 2783. The system uses a base 8 format, which was utilized by many member species.

Division is as follows:
 * Each Farengeto Second is approximately 0.497 Earth seconds.
 * Each Farengeto Minute contains 64 Farengeto Seconds (31.808 seconds)
 * Each Farengeto Hour contains 64 Farengeto Minutes (33 minutes, 55.712 seconds)
 * Each Farengeto Day contains 64 Farengeto Hours (1 day, 12 hours, 11 minutes, 25.568 seconds)
 * Each Farengeto Month contains 64 Farengeto Days (96 days, 12 hours, 11 minutes, 16.352 seconds)
 * Each Farengeto Year contains 8 Farengeto Months (2 years, 41 days, 13 hours, 30 minutes, 10.816 seconds)

The Calendar begins at May 16th 2783, 0:00:00 GMT (the day of the Farengeto Unification). Any dates prior to this are written as a negative year.

The date is written as: year.month.day.hour=minute-second FUC

Note: All dates are displayed here using base 10, however the official system uses base 8.

Government
The Farengeto Republic is a democratic republic system, consisting of several levels. Elections are held every 2 Farengeto years, or roughly every 4 and a half standard years.

Farengeto is split into multiple provinces, each varying greatly in size, which generally follow the boundaries of the pre-confederation empire which controlled it. Each inhabited world will possess at least 1 delegate in the provincial government, with the exact number depending on its population.

The Farengeto Senate consists of delegates from each world within the Republic, and in almost all cases they possess the same number of delegates as in their provincial government. The senate is centered on the capital world of Farengeto, however FINIS technology allows these meeting to be preformed near-instantaneously across Farengeto, typically through a secure connection in a provincial government. This allows a decentralized government that can continue to function should a major world fall to invaders.

The heads of government are the Grand Council, which is lead by the Chancellor. Unlike the senate, the council is appointed by merit, consisting of representatives of each of the 4 main races of Farengeto. The Chancellor is chosen from the elected representatives to lead, while the Grand Admiral is chosen as the highest ranking military officer. The remaining representatives are chosen on a case to case basis, with the current chosen for their success in economics and science. The council has the power to make emergency decisions within the Farengeto constitution, under audit by the senate. The Council and Senate serve to monitor and regulate each other, keeping them responsible, transparent and accountable.

Species
Overview= The majority of the Farengeto Republic consists of 4 races: The Modians, The Lagahti, The Unatri, and the Garenti. Due to their size they have had a the largest influence on culture and politics. Each currently holds a seat on the High Council. Many minor races also exist in the Republic, such as the Gareri. Some evolved naturally, while others were uplifted.

Most of the species planets share common conditions, including denser atmosphere (120-140 kPa), colder temperatures (280 K), and lower gravity (6.0-7.0 m/s^2), and possibly because of these many of them share the trait of flight. There is evidence suggesting the similarities involve interference from an ancient, extinct empire once inhabiting the region, believed to originate on the planet Farengeto.

Modian= Population: 1,052,000,000,000 Philosophy: Trader The Modian is the most populous species in the Republic, with a population of over a trillion. The first ones in the Republic to discover interstellar travel, the Modians are best known for their odd biology. The last section at the rear serves a dual purpose, containing their rather large brains and also storing water and nutrients, allowing them to survive without resources for longer. The eye is believed to have evolved as a defense mechanism due to reduced agility. Contrary to popular belief, their reproductive and excretory organs are not located in the rear section.

Garenti= Population: 637,000,000,000 Philosophy: Knight Systems: 123 The Garenti are the second largest race is the Republic, and their main military power. Aggressive but honourable, the Garenti are powerful warriors in the Farengeto Republic, and form more than half its military.

Lagahti= Population: 474,000,000,000 Philosophy: Scientist Systems: 85

Unatri= Population: 359,000,000,000 Philosophy: Diplomat Systems: 72 Notable Individuals: Chancellor Unaria Harenia

Other= While smaller and fewer in number, many other species in the Farengeto Republic, each playing their own role.

Gareri
Population: 37,000,000,000 Philosophy: Warrior Systems: 11 A species uplifted by the Garenti, the Gareri have come to play a large role in the Farengeto's forces. The Gareri are powerful warriors who use speed and agility to specialize in guerrilla warfare tactics. While of an average height, they are able to stand on their forward legs, causing them to tower over many species. As a result, they are popular choices for security and agent roles.

Society
The majority of the Farengeto population use an implant system known as F.I.N.I.S., which allows wearers to access TekNet. TekNet has become an integral part of Farengeto society, and due to government support is used by over three quarters of the population. Connecting the words of Farengeto in an elaborate transwarp communication network, TekNet provided near-instantaneous connection throughout the empire and beyond in a network unmatched in scale by anything in Delcath.

Planets
The Farengeto Republic has several hundred systems in the Delcath Subsector. Planets of note include: Farengeto= Farengeto is the capital of Republic. The land consists of one continent and many surrounding islands. It was once the homeworld of a now extinct spacefaring civilization.

Prior to 2790 it became a major trade hub, being recognized as an independent system. Due to its economic value and its location near the center of the region it was chosen as the location for the signing of the FFTA, and was unaimously voted for the location of the Republic's capital, which then used the planet's name. The planet has experienced rapid urbanization, with Farengeto City now covering a large portion of the mainland.

Homeworlds= Each of the major species homeworlds hold a major political value, usually serving as a regional capital.
 * Modia, Gritlis System - Modian homeworld
 * Tolyardi, Stinoes System - Lagahti homeworld
 * Unitaria, Kylon System - Unitarian Homeworld
 * Heiank, Vulcer System - Garenti Homeworld

Lanaria= Lanaria is home to the Republic's most elite training program. Freezing cold and containing only a thin atmosphere, the planet can barely support life, and that which as survived is adapted to kill. Ancient ruins of a civilization and frozen oceans suggests the planet was once fully suitable for life, however none have determined what happened. Challengers are dropped near an outpost on the planet. They must then work in small groups (no more than 4) to travel across the surface to complete challenges testing a variety of skills. The farthest challenge is in one of the city ruins, approximately a day's journey from the outpost. To ensure the safe return of participants, various measures are put in place including tracking beacons and rescue vehicles. To ensure the legitimacy of the challenge, the exact location of the planet has been kept top secret.

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Technology
Technology Database

Military
While the Farengeto Republic was founded on the principles of peace and unity, internal and external events have repeatedly shown the necessity of a military. After recent events left the Republic on the brink of war, many of the militaristic members agreed that the navy should be expanded. While still small, the military is rapidly expanding into a mighty defensive force.

Military Database

Religion
The Farengeto Republic is highly atheist. As a diverse nation it is home to many religions, however none have particularly high prominence within the Republic. While all citizens possess freedom of religion, religion is banned from government and restrictions are placed on public promotion of a religion.

Sword&Shield.png Protectorates
"By the terms of the Farengeto Trade Coalition we have sworn to aid each other in the name of security and prosperity."


 * Green face.pnggeto Occupation Zone- "It is our duty to protect you."
 * Green face.png - "We shall fulfill our pledge to you."''

[[File:Green face.png]] Allies
"Empires that have proven themselves allies of the Republic and earned our trust."
 * ' "The crumbling organization that fought for our mutual goals."
 * Green face.png - "An alliance we paid in blood to protect."
 * Green face.png - "Trade Partners"
 * Blue face.png - "We too hope for a positive future from this."
 * Yellow face.png - ...
 * Yellow face.png - ...
 * Yellow face.png - ...
 * Yellow face.png - ''"We are glad they have finally achieved their freedom.
 * Orange face.png - "Former pawns of the Tyranny."

[[File:Blue face.png]] Friends
"Friends and partners of the Republic."
 * - "Allies in our war against the Dominatus, though they have left the Alliance."
 * - "Minor trade partners"

[[File:Yellow face.png]] Neutral
"We have not yet determined their status."

[[File:Orange face.png]] Hostile
"There are tensions between us, but we do not wish for war."

[[File:Red face.png]] Enemies
"You have made a foolish mistake, enemy of the Republic."
 * - "Someday we shall have our revenge."
 * Gargator - "The crusade must end."

Crossed Swords.png At war with
"Our ships are already engaging."
 * Not Currently at war.

Quotes
"Good thing you are not in the Watchta Subsector, otherwise we would have invaded you, imperialists! Wait...err...I said that wrong...damn."

- SCEO Galak Tilhab of the New Corporate Krickan Union

Trivia

 * The Farengeto Anthem: (extracted from Spore)