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Min Sys
“Min seemingly vanished from the minds of Hathor executives and goes unmentioned in internal documents for decades. Though some had marveled at the system’s unusual astronomical make-up, it wasn’t enough to make them care. To them, there was no profit to be had there.”

– Eaden Andres, The Crossroads of a Company and Criminals, 2881

“I’m not runnin’ from nothin’. I’ve been clear cross the universe, multiple times, and this is the place that stuck with me the most. Never seemed to have a good night’s sleep until I got to Aleya. Don’t know what it is, but something about this place just puts my soul at ease.”

– Bernie Holt, interview from Sunless Souls, 2921

Branaugh Sys
“After all this time, I can’t believe it. All those people who told me I should just stop. That I’m wasting my time ... It’s weird though. Standing where I am right now, I don’t want to rub their faces in this. Tell them ‘I told you so.’ They just didn’t know what I was chasing. This feeling right here, right now, this made all the lows worth it, but for me. Not them. I’m happy to be me.”

– Last journal entry of Theresa Branaugh

“It’s wretched. I couldn’t think of anyone who would possibly want to live there.”

– ''Excerpt from Dr. Ellis Vonat’s summary of findings to Senate Subcommittee on Expansion''

Tohil Sys
“You could just tell that something was seriously wrong. Usually, it was easy to forget that you weren’t standing on solid ground, but during the island’s final days, you could feel it give a little with each step. Plus, the smell was just awful, like the entire place was rotting ... which, I guess, it actually was.”

– Dustin Wiltzie, former Amidon Island resident, 2847

“My hope is that we can find a way to bring our two great species together rather than keeping them apart. Both of our cultures would benefit greatly by having a friend on the other side of the Perry Line instead of an enemy.”

– Senator Terrence Akari upon meeting Emperor Kr.ē, 2789

Pallas Sys
“Honestly, it was the most incredible and embarrassing moment in my life. Seeing those strange ships swoop down nearby just froze me, I was so in awe. I’d never seen anything quite like it. Then I remembered what we were doing there and realized we were in big trouble.”

– Charles Baxter, transcript of testimony before the UPE tribunal, 2530

“To me, Pallas is the perfect example for how the Xi’an handle Humanity. We’re al- lowed to visit the system, but they really don’t want us poking around too much. Sort of like that neighbor who’ll answer the door when you knock but never invite you in.” – Harry Tenny, A Complainer’s Guide to the ‘Verse, 2939

Garron Sys
“I think my second summer house could go right there ...” – ''Ellis Netemi, Chief Adviser, Messer XI, overheard on prospecting tour, 2791''

“Humans of the systems. This is Tide. Pull the veil from your eyes and see. Garron II was a developing world with a vast array of species. We say “was” because they are no more. The Imperator and his Corp minions terraformed the planet, killing everything to feed their insatiable greed. Pull the veil from your eyes and see for yourself.” – Tide, April 12, 2792

Gliese Sys
“The only silver lining to Samuel Messer’s terribly brutal time in office was the opening of trade with Gliese and that he ruled for a relatively brief eighteen years.” – Sydney Kamarck, A Cruel Farewell: A Survey of Imperators Before the Fall, 2877

“If you ever wonder where all the losing shirts for the Sataball Championship wind up, then you, my friend, have never been to Lyris. It’s like Banu there all live in some amazing alternate uni- verse where the Jumpers won in ’39.”

– Tobias Dapur, Dapur Tells Da Truth Comedy Special, 2942

Hadrian Sys
“From the softest sheets, to the freshest beef, nobody matches Kedsu Reef!” – Commercial jingle for the flotilla, 2938

“I dare them to come.” – ''Attributed to Navy Admiral Les Holstein, in supposed response to a Senator asking if the forces of Hadrian were prepared for a Xi’an incursion, 27th Century''

Charon Sys
“It is with a heavy heart that I stand here today to renounce Haros’ recognition in the UEE Senate. From here forth, the planet will re- linquish its Senate seat along with all responsibilities and benefits associated with it. Though I strongly disagree with this decision, it is the will of the people and I will respect it. I fear not everyone on Haros will be as gracious in defeat.”

– ''Bernard Ma, Dellin’s Governor’s Council representative, in a speech before the Senate, 2795''

“Turmoil and trouble, give us double ’Cause this unending struggle is what defines us.”

– Gasper Khan, lyrics from Halcyon Home, 2912

Kallis Sys
“I learned a ton during my two years in Kallis. Unfortunately, I for- got most of it thanks to my two years visiting Gryphon.”

– ''Dr. Wahid Allimon, Professor of Geology, University of Rhetor, 2945''

“Even though my mom didn’t get the credit she deserved for dis- covering the system, there is some small consolation in that they named that station after her. Sure, if you ask they’ll say it’s named for one of those lion-bird things, but come on, it’s pretty clear that the scientists in charge were sticking it to those Army guys when they chose the name.”

– Alice Thomas, daughter of Gabby Rifon, 2943

Hadur Sys
“We cannot expect to keep our homes safe if we leave the front door wide open. We must secure and protect the border or we shall wake up to find that the Xi’An have already made them- selves welcome.”

– ''High Naval Commander Jianna Perry, Address to UPE Tribunal, 2542''

“Though many people of our Empire may feel that the resources in Hadur should be claimed by us rather than given to the Xi’An, I contend that if they ever wish for Humanity to find a peaceful way to exist in this universe they should promptly begin to get over it.”

– Ambassador Coen, private comm to Imperator Toi, 2792

Kabal Sys
“If you elect me as your Senator, I will work to help bring my people out of the shadows by rebuilding the beauty of Tevarin culture. This includes designating the lost cities on Kabal III as historical sites, and establishing cultural centers on the planet that will educate future generations of both Human and Tevarin alike.”

– Senator Suj Kossi, campaign speech, Jalan, Elysium, 2946

“The Kabal System is an interesting case. How could an entire system be forgotten about in only a few centuries? Could collec- tive cultural amnesia really run this deep, or is there something else going on here? To be honest, I don’t know what answer scares me more.”

– ''Professor Vincent Fontana, excerpt from a speech to the Tevarin Cultural Preservation Society, 2943''

Kiel Sys
“The true potential of the Kiel System is still untapped and unmolded. I don’t see its lack of an identity as a hindrance, but rather as the ultimate opportunity to create something new.”

– Governor Joona Tzur, inauguration ceremony, 2903

“The boring, nondescript building was originally constructed and used by the military when they controlled the planet. For centuries, it housed stodgy military bureaucrats, but now it’s home to Nocturne, one of the most exciting new restaurants in the UEE. Like much of the Kiel System, what looks dull and un- impressive at first blush becomes much more fascinating upon closer examination.”

– ''Gloria. Budd, New United “Top Ten Most Livable Systems,” 2945''