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The Vortex Corporation ~ Factbook
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History
Politics
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Social
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Religion
Assets
History
The Vortex Corporation originally started out as a construction company. The owners, always looking for opportunities, were very succesfull businessmen. Offering the highest wages in the industry, they managed to get the world's most qualified employees.
As they were among the first to employ Terraforming technology they had a huge power source. Primitive as the projects were, not reaching more then 2,5 miles deep, they guaranteed the Vortex Company of generations of work and profits.
Years later, the organization had reached the size of a small country, and came into fierce conflict with the Dai Sheung collective and TerraTech Inc. In this "war", each company deployed their own private security forces to fight the two others. However, due to a briljant strategical move, the Vortex was able to prevail. The Corporation had it's headquarters set up in the Barush region at that time. Making their opponents believe that Barush was heavily underprotected after 6 months of conflict, both Dai Sheung and TerraTech send almost their entire force there.
Of course, all Vortex personnel and equipment had been evacuated long before, except for some special forces assigned to leading the armies further into Barush territory. Naturally, some several hundreds of civilians also were left behind as cannon fodder for the enemy, to create a more convincing scenario. The High Council unanimously found that their lives were worth the sacrifice.
The Dai Sheung and Terratech elements didn't encounter any Vortex resistance, but of course they did "coincedently" run into each other. This resulted in a massive battle in which the two forces practicly whiped eachother out.
The Vortex Company had managed to eliminate 70% of all Dai Sheung and TerraTech military units at the price of sacrificing their headquarters, without a single high ranked casualty in their own camp. The road was now clear for a hostile takeover. Vortex forces quickly occupied all important Sheung and Terra facilities. Both companies surrendered and handed over their possesions. The Vortex Company now possesed an almost endless supply of assets and now indeed had the economical size of a wealthy country. The High Council decided it would be wise to concentrate these assets in a single region instead of having them scattered over the globe.
Eventually, after 3 years of search the choice fell on Sisgardia, where the Vortex Company, now renamed The Commonwealth of the Vortex Corporation, occupies a large peninsula. Integration with the native population, descendants of the ancient Kushan race, was smooth and swith. Most of these Kiith members are now employed in technological or political functions throughout the Corporation. Lately, their possessions have been expanded with deep space colonies in the Caelum and Kharak systems.
http://www.gamespy.com/reviews/september03/homeworld2pc/02s.jpghttp://www.gamespy.com/reviews/september03/homeworld2pc/11s.jpg
Left: an overview of a Kharakian colonial city. Right: inside the shipyards above Caelum.
Politics
The Corporation is ruled by a Council system. The High Council is the body that rules the Corporation. Of course, this council, consisting of 12 experienced politicians, cannot govern a population of more than 700 million by itself. Therefore, 12 Lower Councils exist:
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Defence
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Economic Affairs
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Foreign Affairs
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Internal Affairs
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Infrastructure
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Ecology and Environment
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Finance and Equity
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Education and Culture
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Religious Affairs
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Colonial Affairs
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Agriculture
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Health and Medicine
Each Lower Council covers one functional area, such as defence or agriculture. The lower council in turn govern a group of conglomerates that are directly related to that functional area. For instance, the defence council controls the maintenance of bases, construction of military hoverdynes and the draft. The Infrastructure Council governs the Magrail manufacturers and the Terraforming conglomerates.
This gives the Corporation a divisionary structure, with only three layers of hierarchy. This has proven to be an efficient and stable system, and has harvested much respect in the international community.
In addition to the Councils, there are two other political aspects worth mentioning. First of all,that is the Elder Council. This is the convenant of the most experienced and wisest Battlemages in the Corporation. This council does not have any political power whatsoever, apart from the permission to rule their own order as they see fit. However, the Elders often provide the other Councils with valuable advice and information, and have thus become a respected and trusted group, that is now often called to shine their light on tough issues.
Secondly, the Vortex Corporation is of course affiliatated with many other nations. After the migration to the Utharian Peninsula, the nations of Celeborne, Tarasovka and Islamic Ummah, of which the latter no longer exists, were amongst the first to establish relations with the Corporation. Those relations still stand today, and have become strong ties of friendship. Soon after, the Corporation started joining other organizations and alliances. As of today, the Vortex Corporation is member of the following alliances:
Templar Alliance
World Technological Entity
Sisgardian Fellowship of Nations
South Atlantic Treaty Organization
Corporate Coalition
CENNA
Pending:
Triumvirate of Yut
Economy
The Corporation is of course dedicated to gaining as much wealth for its employees and managers as is humanly possible. The economy of the Vortex Corporation was originally focussed primarily on terraforming. Large projects such as the construction of the cities of Uthar and Vishna, the Domed Gardens, the Psionic Rig and more recently ******* Island have proven that the VC is very skilled at this craft.
However, only one branch of activity is of course too limited to make a profit. Therefore, the Vortex Corporation always expands its array of goods and services. First, that happened with the introduction of Neural Uplinks, a technology allowing instant interaction between man and machine. Later, the Corporation introduced military and civilian Hoverdynes to the market, making a good profit.
Currently, the Corporation is developing space craft meant for the international market. These are being designed under the codenames Zealot, Raider and Paladin, and are expected to hit the market soon. Also, the recent founding of the Corporate Coalition has also stimulated our national Economy.
Social
Population:
712,000,000 (as of 22/09/03)
GDP per capita
35.000 (as of 22/09/03)
Official languages:
English
Dutch
Ethical Composition:
Kushan: 76%
Descendants of original employees: 17%
Taraskovyan: 2%
Other: 5%
The employees of the Vortex Corporation enjoy fairly good civil rights. The Corporation abides by the Universal rights of man, and offers fair and caring contracts to all of its employees. Each employee works five days in the week, eight hours a day. The Corporation offers education, medical care and leisure activities of high quality to all of its denizens. However, just like in any other corporation, employees can be fired. When that happens, they are encouraged to move to another nation or to get themselves hired by another corporation.
On a side note, one might notice the relatively high number of Taraskovyans employed by the Corporation. This is a result of extensive coöperation with the Grand Duchy, which has caused migration on a fairly large scale between the two nations. Taraskovyans are employed in almost every branch of activity, and are generally considered hard-working, capable people that integrate perfectly with the rest of the population.
Military
The Vortex Corporation uses the following types of military units:
Infantry
Marines
Black Wolf special forces
Shadow Infantry special forces
Battlemages
Terradynes
Rhino Command APC
Locust Scout Terardyne
Jackal Light Terradyne
Wolf Main Battle Terradyne
Grizzly Siege Terradyne
Firecracker Rocket Terradyne
Ocelot Anti Air Terradyne
Hog Artillery Terradyne
Hoverdynes
Apus Scout Hoverdyne
Sculptor Light Hoverdyne
Lynx Medium Hoverdyne
Volans Heavy Hoverdyne
Lacerta Beam Platform
Pavo Anti Air Hoverdyne
Sagitta Artillery Hoverdyne
Orion Drone Carrier
Battlemechs
Raven
Osiris
Cougar
Bushwacker
Shadow Cat
Chimera
Hellspawn
Uziel
Catapult
Loki
Mad Cat
Nova Cat
Thor
Vulture
Argus
Thanatos
Atlas
Awesome
Daishi
Mauler
Mad Cat Mk. II
Aerodynes
Hawk Scout Aerodyne
Vulture Attack Aerodyne
Delta Fighter Aerodyne
Condor Bomber Aerodyne
Eagle Dropship
Spacecraft
Scout
Interceptor
Bomber
Gunship
Pulsar Gunship
Minelayer
Flak Frigate
Ion Frigate
Marine Frigate
Field Frigate
Torpedo Frigate
Support Frigate
Destroyer
Battlecruiser
Carrier
Mobile Refinery
Resource Collector
Probe
Gun Platform
Ion Platform
Explorers
Miscellaneous
Dogs of War
Leeches
Spider Drones
Ion Turrets
Tier7 Guana Turrets
Infantry units are assembled in regiments of 10.000. Terradynes and hoverdynes are organized into legions of 500, aerodynes into wings of 80 and battlemechs of lances of 4 each.
Religion
Distribution of faiths over the population:
Christian: 76%
Stratos: 14%
Other: 10%
“Other” groups include muslims, sirithilists, buddhists, hindoes, jews and atheists. The Vortex Corporation allows all its employees to exercise any religion that does not honor a god that demand human sacrifice or physical abuse. Originally, the Vortex Corporation was almost entirely Christian, but migration brought the Stratos faith, plus a number of other cults and religions later on in its existence.
The center of religion lies in two complexes on the Utharian Peninsula. The first complex is the New Haven Academy. Founded by the legendary Sar Tzu and his comrades, this is where battlemages are trained and gain their knowledge. The academy standing here is flanked by several temples to Stratos, the God that is also the Holy Dragon of the Battlemages. The second center of religion is the New Dawn Academy. Much like New Haven, New Dawn is the Christian center, with temples and churches to the God of christians, standing around a huge and ancient Academy where many unique scrolls and artifacts are kept, though not nearly as much as the archives and collections of New Haven.
Assets
The New Dawn Religious Academy
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Fantastic/s173F.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Fantastic/s11F.jpg
This academy is meant to attract religious scholars and philosophers from all over the world to engage in debate, gather literature and bring new insights to religion and faith as a whole. The Vortex Corporation has invited all nations to send envoys, and is waiting to see if this project is a succes. Secretly, the Corporation hopes that the New Dawn Academy will silence religious fundamentalists from protesting against the rapid technological developments in the region, which are driving people away from the church.
New Haven Academy
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Fantastic/s934F.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Interior/s100I.jpg
New Haven Academy is the oldest military structure in the Corporation. Normal personnel will never be trained here. Currently, it is where the Vortex Black Wolves and the Battlemages are trained. Situated in one of the few large natural areas of the Peninsula, the shining white academy, with it's huge blue banners and a surrounding environment filled with flora and fauna, is one of the most impressive places in our nation
White Asem Research Facility
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Building/s564B.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/SCI-FI/s617S.jpg
This facility has tighter security then any other base in our territories. Many secret military projects are started up and completed here. Already the scientists in this facility have delivered the HOG artillery, TacNukes, Tier7 turrets, aerodynes, terradynes, dropships, ion turrets, specialised combat suits and Zephrim Drives. Also, DLM cooperated with TVC here to develop the Wraith II. Current projects include Psionic Rig research and Hoverdyne development.
Vishna
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Fantastic/s335F.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Building/s294B.jpg
Most southern city in TVC. Trade center and headquarters of the naval forces.
Uthar
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Building/s398B.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Building/s536B.jpg
Capitol of The Vortex Corporation. The High Council and most Lower Councils are located in this city.
The Domed Gardens
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Environment/s469E.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Environment/s88E.jpg
An attempt to recreate Eden, the DG is 50 square miles of indoor paradise.
The Oracle Dunes
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Environment/s309E.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Environment/s781E.jpg
The Oracle Dunes are a medium sized desert region within Vortex territory. Many strange creatures are found here. The Vortex Defense Forces often use the Dunes as location for wargames and trials for new equipment. Legends go that giant monoliths dive out of the sands every now and then, but those have never been confirmed.
The Sajuuk and Stratos Shipyards
http://well-of-souls.com/homeworld/hws/hw2/t_spacestation.gif http://well-of-souls.com/homeworld/hws/hw2/t_shipyard.gif
Two shipyards of the Aurora variant, Sajuuk and Stratos produce 1 fleet each month, consisting of several dozens of capital ships, supported by hundreds of fighters and corvettes. Sajuuk is situated inside the Void found behind the Hyperspace Gate, an ancient relic of the First Race. Stratos was constructed years ago above the planet Kharak II, where the Vortex Corporation has large colonies.
The Hermes Facility
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/SCI-FI/s757S.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Building/s500B.jpg
A facility constructed north east of the Corporate mainland, Hermes is a tax-free trading zone that provides cheap storage and transport of goods. Some 25 nations have offices here, and every day they enjoy trade with almost no tariffs, fast transport services and of course full protection by Corporate security personnel.
Any comments and questions are most welcome, if you have any
--
VTX
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History
Politics
Economy
Social
Military
Religion
Assets
History
The Vortex Corporation originally started out as a construction company. The owners, always looking for opportunities, were very succesfull businessmen. Offering the highest wages in the industry, they managed to get the world's most qualified employees.
As they were among the first to employ Terraforming technology they had a huge power source. Primitive as the projects were, not reaching more then 2,5 miles deep, they guaranteed the Vortex Company of generations of work and profits.
Years later, the organization had reached the size of a small country, and came into fierce conflict with the Dai Sheung collective and TerraTech Inc. In this "war", each company deployed their own private security forces to fight the two others. However, due to a briljant strategical move, the Vortex was able to prevail. The Corporation had it's headquarters set up in the Barush region at that time. Making their opponents believe that Barush was heavily underprotected after 6 months of conflict, both Dai Sheung and TerraTech send almost their entire force there.
Of course, all Vortex personnel and equipment had been evacuated long before, except for some special forces assigned to leading the armies further into Barush territory. Naturally, some several hundreds of civilians also were left behind as cannon fodder for the enemy, to create a more convincing scenario. The High Council unanimously found that their lives were worth the sacrifice.
The Dai Sheung and Terratech elements didn't encounter any Vortex resistance, but of course they did "coincedently" run into each other. This resulted in a massive battle in which the two forces practicly whiped eachother out.
The Vortex Company had managed to eliminate 70% of all Dai Sheung and TerraTech military units at the price of sacrificing their headquarters, without a single high ranked casualty in their own camp. The road was now clear for a hostile takeover. Vortex forces quickly occupied all important Sheung and Terra facilities. Both companies surrendered and handed over their possesions. The Vortex Company now possesed an almost endless supply of assets and now indeed had the economical size of a wealthy country. The High Council decided it would be wise to concentrate these assets in a single region instead of having them scattered over the globe.
Eventually, after 3 years of search the choice fell on Sisgardia, where the Vortex Company, now renamed The Commonwealth of the Vortex Corporation, occupies a large peninsula. Integration with the native population, descendants of the ancient Kushan race, was smooth and swith. Most of these Kiith members are now employed in technological or political functions throughout the Corporation. Lately, their possessions have been expanded with deep space colonies in the Caelum and Kharak systems.
http://www.gamespy.com/reviews/september03/homeworld2pc/02s.jpghttp://www.gamespy.com/reviews/september03/homeworld2pc/11s.jpg
Left: an overview of a Kharakian colonial city. Right: inside the shipyards above Caelum.
Politics
The Corporation is ruled by a Council system. The High Council is the body that rules the Corporation. Of course, this council, consisting of 12 experienced politicians, cannot govern a population of more than 700 million by itself. Therefore, 12 Lower Councils exist:
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Defence
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Economic Affairs
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Foreign Affairs
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Internal Affairs
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Infrastructure
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Ecology and Environment
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Finance and Equity
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Education and Culture
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Religious Affairs
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Colonial Affairs
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Agriculture
The Vortex Corporation Lower Council for Health and Medicine
Each Lower Council covers one functional area, such as defence or agriculture. The lower council in turn govern a group of conglomerates that are directly related to that functional area. For instance, the defence council controls the maintenance of bases, construction of military hoverdynes and the draft. The Infrastructure Council governs the Magrail manufacturers and the Terraforming conglomerates.
This gives the Corporation a divisionary structure, with only three layers of hierarchy. This has proven to be an efficient and stable system, and has harvested much respect in the international community.
In addition to the Councils, there are two other political aspects worth mentioning. First of all,that is the Elder Council. This is the convenant of the most experienced and wisest Battlemages in the Corporation. This council does not have any political power whatsoever, apart from the permission to rule their own order as they see fit. However, the Elders often provide the other Councils with valuable advice and information, and have thus become a respected and trusted group, that is now often called to shine their light on tough issues.
Secondly, the Vortex Corporation is of course affiliatated with many other nations. After the migration to the Utharian Peninsula, the nations of Celeborne, Tarasovka and Islamic Ummah, of which the latter no longer exists, were amongst the first to establish relations with the Corporation. Those relations still stand today, and have become strong ties of friendship. Soon after, the Corporation started joining other organizations and alliances. As of today, the Vortex Corporation is member of the following alliances:
Templar Alliance
World Technological Entity
Sisgardian Fellowship of Nations
South Atlantic Treaty Organization
Corporate Coalition
CENNA
Pending:
Triumvirate of Yut
Economy
The Corporation is of course dedicated to gaining as much wealth for its employees and managers as is humanly possible. The economy of the Vortex Corporation was originally focussed primarily on terraforming. Large projects such as the construction of the cities of Uthar and Vishna, the Domed Gardens, the Psionic Rig and more recently ******* Island have proven that the VC is very skilled at this craft.
However, only one branch of activity is of course too limited to make a profit. Therefore, the Vortex Corporation always expands its array of goods and services. First, that happened with the introduction of Neural Uplinks, a technology allowing instant interaction between man and machine. Later, the Corporation introduced military and civilian Hoverdynes to the market, making a good profit.
Currently, the Corporation is developing space craft meant for the international market. These are being designed under the codenames Zealot, Raider and Paladin, and are expected to hit the market soon. Also, the recent founding of the Corporate Coalition has also stimulated our national Economy.
Social
Population:
712,000,000 (as of 22/09/03)
GDP per capita
35.000 (as of 22/09/03)
Official languages:
English
Dutch
Ethical Composition:
Kushan: 76%
Descendants of original employees: 17%
Taraskovyan: 2%
Other: 5%
The employees of the Vortex Corporation enjoy fairly good civil rights. The Corporation abides by the Universal rights of man, and offers fair and caring contracts to all of its employees. Each employee works five days in the week, eight hours a day. The Corporation offers education, medical care and leisure activities of high quality to all of its denizens. However, just like in any other corporation, employees can be fired. When that happens, they are encouraged to move to another nation or to get themselves hired by another corporation.
On a side note, one might notice the relatively high number of Taraskovyans employed by the Corporation. This is a result of extensive coöperation with the Grand Duchy, which has caused migration on a fairly large scale between the two nations. Taraskovyans are employed in almost every branch of activity, and are generally considered hard-working, capable people that integrate perfectly with the rest of the population.
Military
The Vortex Corporation uses the following types of military units:
Infantry
Marines
Black Wolf special forces
Shadow Infantry special forces
Battlemages
Terradynes
Rhino Command APC
Locust Scout Terardyne
Jackal Light Terradyne
Wolf Main Battle Terradyne
Grizzly Siege Terradyne
Firecracker Rocket Terradyne
Ocelot Anti Air Terradyne
Hog Artillery Terradyne
Hoverdynes
Apus Scout Hoverdyne
Sculptor Light Hoverdyne
Lynx Medium Hoverdyne
Volans Heavy Hoverdyne
Lacerta Beam Platform
Pavo Anti Air Hoverdyne
Sagitta Artillery Hoverdyne
Orion Drone Carrier
Battlemechs
Raven
Osiris
Cougar
Bushwacker
Shadow Cat
Chimera
Hellspawn
Uziel
Catapult
Loki
Mad Cat
Nova Cat
Thor
Vulture
Argus
Thanatos
Atlas
Awesome
Daishi
Mauler
Mad Cat Mk. II
Aerodynes
Hawk Scout Aerodyne
Vulture Attack Aerodyne
Delta Fighter Aerodyne
Condor Bomber Aerodyne
Eagle Dropship
Spacecraft
Scout
Interceptor
Bomber
Gunship
Pulsar Gunship
Minelayer
Flak Frigate
Ion Frigate
Marine Frigate
Field Frigate
Torpedo Frigate
Support Frigate
Destroyer
Battlecruiser
Carrier
Mobile Refinery
Resource Collector
Probe
Gun Platform
Ion Platform
Explorers
Miscellaneous
Dogs of War
Leeches
Spider Drones
Ion Turrets
Tier7 Guana Turrets
Infantry units are assembled in regiments of 10.000. Terradynes and hoverdynes are organized into legions of 500, aerodynes into wings of 80 and battlemechs of lances of 4 each.
Religion
Distribution of faiths over the population:
Christian: 76%
Stratos: 14%
Other: 10%
“Other” groups include muslims, sirithilists, buddhists, hindoes, jews and atheists. The Vortex Corporation allows all its employees to exercise any religion that does not honor a god that demand human sacrifice or physical abuse. Originally, the Vortex Corporation was almost entirely Christian, but migration brought the Stratos faith, plus a number of other cults and religions later on in its existence.
The center of religion lies in two complexes on the Utharian Peninsula. The first complex is the New Haven Academy. Founded by the legendary Sar Tzu and his comrades, this is where battlemages are trained and gain their knowledge. The academy standing here is flanked by several temples to Stratos, the God that is also the Holy Dragon of the Battlemages. The second center of religion is the New Dawn Academy. Much like New Haven, New Dawn is the Christian center, with temples and churches to the God of christians, standing around a huge and ancient Academy where many unique scrolls and artifacts are kept, though not nearly as much as the archives and collections of New Haven.
Assets
The New Dawn Religious Academy
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Fantastic/s173F.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Fantastic/s11F.jpg
This academy is meant to attract religious scholars and philosophers from all over the world to engage in debate, gather literature and bring new insights to religion and faith as a whole. The Vortex Corporation has invited all nations to send envoys, and is waiting to see if this project is a succes. Secretly, the Corporation hopes that the New Dawn Academy will silence religious fundamentalists from protesting against the rapid technological developments in the region, which are driving people away from the church.
New Haven Academy
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Fantastic/s934F.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Interior/s100I.jpg
New Haven Academy is the oldest military structure in the Corporation. Normal personnel will never be trained here. Currently, it is where the Vortex Black Wolves and the Battlemages are trained. Situated in one of the few large natural areas of the Peninsula, the shining white academy, with it's huge blue banners and a surrounding environment filled with flora and fauna, is one of the most impressive places in our nation
White Asem Research Facility
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Building/s564B.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/SCI-FI/s617S.jpg
This facility has tighter security then any other base in our territories. Many secret military projects are started up and completed here. Already the scientists in this facility have delivered the HOG artillery, TacNukes, Tier7 turrets, aerodynes, terradynes, dropships, ion turrets, specialised combat suits and Zephrim Drives. Also, DLM cooperated with TVC here to develop the Wraith II. Current projects include Psionic Rig research and Hoverdyne development.
Vishna
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Fantastic/s335F.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Building/s294B.jpg
Most southern city in TVC. Trade center and headquarters of the naval forces.
Uthar
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Building/s398B.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Building/s536B.jpg
Capitol of The Vortex Corporation. The High Council and most Lower Councils are located in this city.
The Domed Gardens
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Environment/s469E.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Environment/s88E.jpg
An attempt to recreate Eden, the DG is 50 square miles of indoor paradise.
The Oracle Dunes
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Environment/s309E.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Environment/s781E.jpg
The Oracle Dunes are a medium sized desert region within Vortex territory. Many strange creatures are found here. The Vortex Defense Forces often use the Dunes as location for wargames and trials for new equipment. Legends go that giant monoliths dive out of the sands every now and then, but those have never been confirmed.
The Sajuuk and Stratos Shipyards
http://well-of-souls.com/homeworld/hws/hw2/t_spacestation.gif http://well-of-souls.com/homeworld/hws/hw2/t_shipyard.gif
Two shipyards of the Aurora variant, Sajuuk and Stratos produce 1 fleet each month, consisting of several dozens of capital ships, supported by hundreds of fighters and corvettes. Sajuuk is situated inside the Void found behind the Hyperspace Gate, an ancient relic of the First Race. Stratos was constructed years ago above the planet Kharak II, where the Vortex Corporation has large colonies.
The Hermes Facility
http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/SCI-FI/s757S.jpg http://www.3dshop.com/Gallery/Building/s500B.jpg
A facility constructed north east of the Corporate mainland, Hermes is a tax-free trading zone that provides cheap storage and transport of goods. Some 25 nations have offices here, and every day they enjoy trade with almost no tariffs, fast transport services and of course full protection by Corporate security personnel.
Any comments and questions are most welcome, if you have any
--
VTX