Unveiling the Ancient Fallen Empires

Unveiling the Ancient Fallen Empires

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. The Five Fallen Empires
   • The Enigmatic Observers
   • The Holy Guardians
   • The Keepers of Knowledge
   • The Militant Isolationists
   • The Ancient Caretakers
3. The War in Heaven
   • Background of the War
   • Conflict between the Guardians and the Keepers
   • Isolationist Genocide at Shalash
   • Total War and Invasions
   • The Unbidden Invasion
   • Cooperation and the Galactic Crisis
4. Current State of the Fallen Empires
5. Conclusion

Introduction

In this article, we will Delve into the fascinating topic of the fallen empires in the galaxy. These ancient and powerful civilizations, known as the Fallen Empires, have a rich history and unique characteristics. We will explore their origins, beliefs, and the War in Heaven that Shaped their existence. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the Observers, the Guardians, the Keepers of Knowledge, the Militant Isolationists, and the Ancient Caretakers.

The Five Fallen Empires

The Enigmatic Observers

The Observers, a group of fanatic xenophiles, have spread across three Core worlds: Cradle, Mother, and Brother. They also have The Preserve, a planet that houses random species from the galaxy. With a focus on research and genetic modifications, the Observers possess genetically modified super soldiers and even a Colossus Planet Killer weapon. However, their true intentions and the level of sentience of their machine servants remain unclear.

Pros:

• Advanced genetic modifications and research capabilities
• Strong military power with super soldiers
• Possession of a powerful Colossus Planet Killer weapon

Cons:

• Ambiguity regarding the level of sentience of their machine servants

The Holy Guardians

The Holy Guardians, a fanatical spiritualistic empire, occupy Celestial Throne and Sky Temple. With a deep reverence for organic life, the Guardians possess powerful psionic abilities and despise artificial intelligence. They enforce strict regulations on AI-related research and are known for wiping out entire civilizations that trespass on their sacred worlds. The Guardians wield a planet-killing weapon that converts populations to their belief system.

Pros:

• Powerful psionic abilities
• Strict regulations against artificial intelligence
• Unique planet-killing weapon that converts populations

Cons:

• Unusual reverence for holy objects and artifacts

The Keepers of Knowledge

The Keepers of Knowledge are a fanatic materialistic empire composed entirely of cybernetic beings. Occupying Font of Knowledge and The Archives, they value artificial intelligence and use robotic beings as their ground troops. Advanced kinetic weaponry is their specialty, making them highly effective killing machines. Like the Observers, the Keepers possess a planet-killing weapon that locks target worlds behind an impenetrable shield.

Pros:

• Superior cybernetic technology
• Utilization of robotic ground troops
• Possession of a planet-killing weapon with shield capabilities

Cons:

• Uncertainty surrounding the level of intelligence of their robotic beings

The Militant Isolationists

The Militant Isolationists are fanatical xenophobes and the most aggressive of the fallen empires. Occupying the Core and the Boundary, they possess three shielded worlds. These isolationists have no qualms about using slaves, particularly nerve stapled ones. Their armies consist of deadly xenomorph aliens, bred to be APEX killing machines. The isolationists are also known for their ruthless behavior and the unexplained destruction of the Shalash system.

Pros:

• Ruthless and aggressive military force
• Highly effective xenomorph ground troops
• Possession of shielded worlds

Cons:

• Extreme xenophobia and aggressive behavior

The Ancient Caretakers

The Ancient Caretakers are a non-organic fallen empire composed entirely of machines. Occupying five systems, including the Alpha and Beta with broken Ringworlds, they have become fragmented and inaccessible due to communication failure. Once, they performed calculations and maintained Ringworld habitats, but their current state is unknown.

The War in Heaven

Background of the War

Approximately 100,000 years ago, while Earth was in its primitive stage, the wider galaxy was embroiled in a Total War. Five major empires existed, including the fallen empires we know today. The Observers, Guardians, Keepers, Isolationists, and Caretakers were all active and vying for power. Earth, under the protection of the Observers, was shielded from the chaos brewing in the galaxy.

Conflict between the Guardians and the Keepers

Amidst the war, two major conflicts emerged. The Guardians clashed with the Keepers when the latter embraced cybernetics, which the former vehemently despised. The conflict escalated when the Keepers' homeworld, Font of Knowledge, was converted into an EQ Monopolist. Ultimately, the Guardians declared total war on the Keepers, leading to a highly destructive crusade.

Isolationist Genocide at Shalash

Parallel to the conflict between the Guardians and the Keepers, the Isolationists committed a gruesome act of genocide at the Shalash system. A pacifistic race known as the Roshan, who lived for the arts and followed fanatic pacifism, occupied the system. The Isolationists, without provocation, attacked Shalash, annihilating all the Roshan beings and destroying their homeworld. This heinous act incited total war against the Isolationists.

Total War and Invasions

The galaxy descended into total war as the fallen empires fought against each other and faced the threat of a mysterious invasion. The Observers, who had formed an egalitarian league with other smaller empires, maintained their xenophiles ethics. The Isolationists cracked multiple worlds with their planet-killing weapon and sealed two planets behind an impenetrable shield. The Caretakers continued their calculations, unaware of the impending invasion.

The Unbidden Invasion

During the war in heaven, a breach in space occurred, unleashing the unbidden, a powerful and enigmatic extr-dimensional invasion force. The unbidden attacked the Kettlings, a neutral empire focused on trade. They swiftly annihilated the Kettling Defense Force and bombarded their worlds, leaving destruction in their wake. The unbidden displayed superior technology that bypassed all physical defenses.

Cooperation and the Galactic Crisis

The invasion of the unbidden forced the fallen empires to set aside their differences and cooperate. They shared technology and united against the common enemy, driving the unbidden back to the Great Moonstar system and destroying the extra-dimensional apparatus holding the portal open. However, the galaxy was left devastated, and the caretakers were left disorganized and struggling to repair the damage.

Current State of the Fallen Empires

After the war in heaven and the unbidden invasion, the fallen empires are in decline. While they still harbor contempt for each other, their relative isolation has allowed them to coexist. However, their awakening could lead to another war in heaven, plunging the galaxy into chaos once more.

Conclusion

The fallen empires in the galaxy are a fascinating aspect of its history. The Observers, Guardians, Keepers, Isolationists, and Caretakers each have unique characteristics and beliefs. The war in heaven, the conflicts between the fallen empires, and the invasion of the unbidden have shaped their existence. As they remain in decline, their awakening poses a potential threat to the fragile balance in the galaxy.