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Official Name: The Aschen Confederation of Planets, United Aschen Empire (De Facto)

Other Name(s): The Aschen, The Aschen Confederation, Aschen, United Aschen Empire (De Facto Government)

National Color(s): Blue and White

National Slogan: "liberare ab injuria" - To free from oppression

Empire

Key Members of Government:

President - Raphael McGregor (Self Proclaimed God-Emperor)

Vice President - Artemis Ketaro

Speaker of Parliament - n/a

Minister of Defense - Helene Chaska
Chairman of the Military - None
Admiral of the Fleet - Fleet Admiral Sheila Nagala
Director of the Langaran Defense Agency - Omar Durrani
Director of the Pegasus Project - R. Adm. James Harkin
Speaker of the Quorum - N/a
Minister of Law - Jane Travelle

Domain:

Population: 2.2 Trillion

Core Worlds: 8 (Population: 20 Billion avg. 2 billion)
Outer Territories: 137 (Population: 20 Billion, avg. 200 Million)
Colonial Frontier: 30 (Population: 5 Billion, avg. 10 Million)
Pegasus Project Core Worlds: 10 (Population: 58 Billion, avg. 8 billion)
Pegasus Claimed Worlds: 1,577 (Population 10 Million, avg. 250,000)

Major Race(s):

Population Breakdown:

Aschen - 100%,
a. Caprican - 21%,
b. Tauron - 30%,
c. Assorted Aschen Races- 64%,
Other - 0%,



Language(s) Spoken:

Common (English) - 40%, Taught in Public Education
Lingua Anquietas - 91%, Official Language, Taught in Public Education
Old Langaran - 52%, Taught in Public Education
Tauronj - 24%,
Gemonese - 16%,
Other - 5%

Religion(s) Practiced:

Kobollianism - 95%
Athiesm - 3%,
Monotheism - 1%,
Other - 1%,








Primary Tech: Medical Technology - Aschen Medical technology is bar none some of the most advanced Technology known to the Universe. The Aschen are adept in Genetic engineering, biological manipulation, medical nanotechnology, vaccines, and anti-aging treatment. This medical technology stems from research into derelict ancient technology, as well as the Aschen's own heightened understanding of the nature in their environment. Notable projects include the Anti-Aging project, Chronaline Project, and the Reverse-Necrosis project, which has shown promise in reviving the recently deceased.

Secondary Tech: Advanced shields and energy weapons - Utilizing much of the knowledge the Aschen have gained from their own research, as well as research into alien, and ancient Technologies. The Aschen have developed some remarkably advanced energy weapons. Though not exactly adhering to the 'If it kills people it works' Aschen weapons work as a fearsome opponent on the battlefield, with their energy-based properties allowing them to rip through most armors, and have also eliminated the need for physical ammunition.

Aschen Shield technology is also some of the most advanced known to the Universe, where most factions utilize shields and other barrier technology to stop or slow energy weapons, Aschen shields can also strip the kinetic energies from projectiles, rendering them harmless. In addition to the diffusive energy properties of Aschen shields, explosives and other splash-effect weapons are typically resisted by the properties of Aschen shields.

Tertiary Tech: Quantum Technologies - After unlocking the library of the Ancients in the Pegasus galaxy, the Aschen have delved into the sciences behind Quantum technology. Fruits of this research include projects like the Bifrost project, the Quantum Pole Generator, which in theory could provide limitless power to ships, planets, and defense stations alike.







Aschen High Space Command - The Aschen High Space Command - The Aschen Navy -- though better known as the AHSC, they are the backbone of the entire Aschen Confederation, tasked with defending the Confederation, protecting the borders, and protecting the shipping lines. The standard ship in the AHSC is the Reverence I, a well rounded Aschen ship, packing firepower, troop carrying capacity, and fighter support, as well as Planetary Assault capabilities. The AHSC Also holds several sub branches. The Objective Force, Tactical Operations, and AHSC Strategic Command

Tactics of the AHSC - Tactics of the Aschen High Space Command include things like the 'Hub Doctrine' using a central logistical and carrier point to conduct operations. This is evidenced with ships like the Reverence, which is capable of acting as a hub for assault forces on a given planet. In space, Aschen doctrine focuses around roughly the same thing, utilizing a central logistical point and deploying capital ships and strike craft from that point. In addition to these tactics, the Aschen Navy also utilize a 'Doctrine of Fear' tactical approach, often forcing surrender from their enemies.

Technology of the AHSC - The Aschen High Space Command utilize the best technology the Aschen can afford them. Individual soldiers are equipped with the standard Type 53 Disruptor rifle, with a sidearm or PDW of either a Plasma rifle, Compacted-Disruptor rifle, or Disruptor pistol. Aschen soldiers can also utilized powered armor, heavy energy weapons, and combat skins to provide ground troops with unparalleled resilience and flexibility on the battlefield. Infantry armor consists of kinetic and thermal resistant ceramite armor, layered over a nanomesh composed of trinnium and kevlar, allowing for flexibility, and strength in combat. The Aschen do not utilize NBC suits, as they were replaced by 'Combat skins' and powered suits.



Duty Blue Uniforms:

Officers are issued double-breasted dark blue duty uniforms, informally called "blues", which overlap to the right and are secured by a column of buttons. Darker blue patches are sewn to the shoulders and upper sleeves, with a round patch bearing the Aschen seal and the wearer's ship Insignia on the upper left shoulder. Rank insignia are worn on both sides of the stand-up collar.
Pilot qualification wings when applicable are worn over the breast pocket on the left. These exist in two grades: "standard" and "elite". The latter is awarded for either significant flight-hours or senior command qualification (e.g. capital ship). There are also other medals and awards that can be worn on the left breast of the standard duty uniform, particularly by high-level command and flag officers such as Fleet Admirals.

Fleet officer uniforms have colored piping which denotes the degree of rank of the wearer:
Junior Officers:
> Ensign to Major - a single white line
Senior Officers:
Lieutenant Colonel and Colonel - red line on outer edge, grey line on inner edge
> Commander - red line on outer edge, gold line on inner edge
Flag Officers:
> Rear Admiral - gold line on outer edge, silver line on inner edge
> Admiral - a single line of golden embroidery
Senior Officer uniforms also include small buckles on the jacket cuffs.

Duty Blue uniforms are made of either wool, or a Polysynth material.


Dress Grey:

The officers' dress uniform, known as Dress Grays, is similar to the duty uniform with a few key differences. It is gray, features a leather sash to which flight wings and decorations are affixed, and lacks a pocket, shoulder patches and buttons.
Senior officers' uniforms also feature a piped, maroon strip around the neck. Whereas the duty uniform tunic is tucked in at the belt, the dress uniform tunic extends below the waist and features a waist belt of the same material as the sash. White gloves are worn on the most formal occasions like a visit by a head of government or by honor guards at military funerals. Shoulder cords can be worn at the left shoulder, and are white for junior officer, or gold for senior officer.

Flight Suit:

Flight suits with left sleeve pockets are used by flight-qualified crew (pilots, ECOs, etc.). The flight suit is a life-support garment and can sustain the life of the pilot in hostile environments up to and including total vacuum and freezing temperature. Flight suits also have a metal collar that is attached to maintain an airtight seal between the flight suit and a helmet. Often, when not on a mission pilots wear the suit with the top half rolled down and hanging at their waist, revealing the t-shirt and tank top they wear underneath. It also has been used to make an air-tight seal in a vessel by filling in a hole in the hull. Additionally, the flight suit has a chronometer mounted in a cuff. Pilots and ECOs wear several patches on their flight suits: On the left shoulder a patch designating the ship they are assigned to, and on the right shoulder a patch for what craft they operate, usually a Viper or a Raptor. Moreover, a squadron patch is sometimes worn on the left breast under the outer layer of the suit.

Green Fatigues:

Like the blue officer duty uniforms, the fatigue uniforms display the emblem of the Aschen Confederation, and denote what vessel the wearer is serving on. Rank insignia are affixed to both sides of the collar. The green uniform is worn by both officers in off-duty and informal situations, and enlisted crew as their regular uniform. A tan variation is worn by warrant officers.

Flight Crew Coverall:

When on-duty, enlisted flight deck crew wear color-coded coverall uniforms according to occupation specialty with reflective safety tapes and rubber utility pockets.

Combat Uniform:

(TODO: Combat Loadout)

Rank Structure of the AHSC:

Enlisted Ranks:

Junior Enlisted;
Crewman Apprentice
Crewman
Crew Specialist

Senior Enlisted/NCO
Petty Officer 2nd Class
Petty Officer 1st Class
Chief Petty Officer
Master Chief Petty Officer
Warrant Officer

Officer Ranks:

Aspiring Officer;
Ensign
Lieutenant Junior Grade

Junior Officers;
Lieutenant
Captain
Major

Senior Officers
Lieutenant Colonel
Colonel
Commander
Rear Admiral
Admiral
Fleet Admiral
Chairman of the Aschen High Space Command

(TODO; LDA, ACMC)








Currency: Cubit, plural Cubit

Gross Domestic Product: 45,000,000,000,000 Cubits

Housed Under: Ministry of the Treasury, Ministry of Development

Economy Type: Free Market.

Economic Tendencies:

Core Worlds:

Manufacturing
Consumer Goods
Material Production
Refining Raw Materials
Cybernetics
Medicine
Agriculture


Outer Territories:

Manufacturing
Heavy Industry
Synthetic Chemical Production
Refining Raw Materials
High Technology
Biotechnology

Colonial Frontier:

Agriculture
Light Industry
Raw Materials

Pegasus Project:

Agriculture
Raw Materials
High Technology
Cybernetics
Energy Weapons

Major Exports:

Energy Weapons
Medical Technology
Shield Technology
Energy Weapons Components
Cybernetic Components
Advanced Alloys
Advanced Engineering

Major Imports:

Raw Materials
Manufactured Goods







Legal Stances:

Legal Drinking Age: No Controls applied

Driving Age: 16, 18 in Caprica

Age of Sexual Consent/Adult Classification: 16, 12 in Tauron

Military Enlistment: 17

Voting Age: 17

Reproduction: No controls applied.

Status of Drugs:

Marijuana - No Controls applied
Tobacco - No controls applied
Cocaine - Legal with prescription
Alcohol - legal, adult age restrictions apply.
LSD - Illegal.
Caffeine - legal, no restrictions.
Heroin - Illegal without a prescription.
Opium - Prescription required.
Methamphetamine - Illegal.

Firearms: Private possession of firearms of any kind is legal. Plasma weapons are restricted to age 20, Disruptor weapons are restricted.

Death Penalty: Approved.

Speed Limit: Varies from Prefecture.

Religion:

Kobollianism - Commonplace, encouraged and accepted globally.
Atheism - tolerated.
Monotheistic Faith - Seldom tolerated but not illegal.


Pornography: Legal, age restrictions apply.

Prostitution: Legal.

Polygamy: Legal.

Homosexuality: No Controls applied.

Stem Cell Research: Private research encouraged through government grants.

Cloning: No controls applied.

Slavery: Illegal.

Hunting: Seasonal controls apply/License required.

Consumption of Meat: Legal.

Litter: Minor offense, 1,000 cubit fine.

Suicide: Discouraged.

Gay Marriage: No controls applied.

Abortion: Illegal, carries the same punishment as murder.

Sexual Activity:

Pedophilia - Illegal.
Beastophilia -Illegal.
Xenophilia - No controls applied.
Rape - Punishable by death.

Obscenity: Public Nudity is legal and commonplace, otherwise moral laws apply.

Taxation Systems: Income, sales, and property. Maximum rate of 25%.

Prerequisites for Citizenship:

Automatic Citizenship:
Born in the Aschen Confederation,
Native world absorbed into the Aschen Confederation,
Born to parents who are citizens,
Member of the Armed Services for 15 years

Partial Citizenship:
Nationalization through the LDA,
One Parent is a Citizen,
Marriage to an Aschen Citizen,

Prohibited Immigration/Visitation: All Non-Aschen not on a state visit.

Censorship of Media: No controls apply.