Vaurca Biology - История изменений

>Desven: /* Type CB - Gynes, Female Breeders */

2024-03-15T04:12:11Z

Type CB - Gynes, Female Breeders

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	Vaurca Queens possess a markedly different physiology from their subjects, appearing significantly larger even in comparison to imposing Diplomats. Their most striking feature is a swollen abdomen, giving them a segmented, almost worm-like appearance. This enlargement is theorized to be a consequence of their prolific egg-laying capabilities. However, the biology of Vaurca Queens remains shrouded in mystery, as they maintain strict seclusion from both public and private scrutiny.		Vaurca Queens possess a markedly different physiology from their subjects, appearing significantly larger even in comparison to imposing Diplomats. Their most striking feature is a swollen abdomen, giving them a segmented, almost worm-like appearance. This enlargement is theorized to be a consequence of their prolific egg-laying capabilities. However, the biology of Vaurca Queens remains shrouded in mystery, as they maintain strict seclusion from both public and private scrutiny.


	'''Surrogates'''		'''Surrogates'''
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	Surrogates share a similar morphology to Vaurca Queens, albeit on a smaller scale, though still imposing by most standards. Like their Queens, they possess distinctly swollen abdomens, a trait attributed to their egg-laying functions. As with Vaurca Queens, the biology of Surrogates remains enigmatic, as they largely remain concealed from public view.		Surrogates share a similar morphology to Vaurca Queens, albeit on a smaller scale, though still imposing by most standards. Like their Queens, they possess distinctly swollen abdomens, a trait attributed to their egg-laying functions. As with Vaurca Queens, the biology of Surrogates remains enigmatic, as they largely remain concealed from public view.


	'''Aliates'''		'''Aliates'''
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	Some Aliates may increase their size. While they never become as big as Queens or Surrogates, the size increments allow Aliates of important and historical hive-cells to distinguish themselves.		Some Aliates may increase their size. While they never become as big as Queens or Surrogates, the size increments allow Aliates of important and historical hive-cells to distinguish themselves.


	'''Diplomats'''		'''Diplomats'''

>Desven: /* Type CB - Gynes, Female Breeders */

2024-03-15T04:11:47Z

Type CB - Gynes, Female Breeders

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	'''Queens'''		'''Queens'''

	Vaurca Queens ~~are generally not selected from birth, but rather granted~~ this rank during adulthood. ~~The~~ candidates ~~for such a role however are~~ groomed from birth to be able to perform royal duties. Despite each brood having a pool of candidates to pull from, the choosing of a new Queen is a rare event—only two have been elected recently ([[Athvur, The New Goddess\|Athvur]] and [[Tupii, The Surrogate Queen\|Tupii]]).		Traditionally, Vaurca Queens fought to keep their brood and were ranked this rank during adulthood. However, in modern Vaurca society, Vaurca Queens are select candidates, groomed from birth to be able to perform royal duties. Despite each brood having a pool of candidates to pull from, the choosing of a new Queen is a rare event—only two have been elected recently ([[Athvur, The New Goddess\|Athvur]] and [[Tupii, The Surrogate Queen\|Tupii]]).

	To display their new rank, Vaurca Queens are fed special royal hormones to increase their size. Lesser Queens usually double their size, while High Queens may triple or even quadruple it. The process can leave their carapace more vulnerable, as it expands until it becomes thin. This is usually not a problem for Queens, as they have Bound Workers tending to all their needs. Despite this, some Queens undergo augmentations or special treatments to harden their carapaces if they are concerned about them.		To display their new rank, Vaurca Queens are fed special royal hormones to increase their size. Lesser Queens usually double their size, while High Queens may triple or even quadruple it. The process can leave their carapace more vulnerable, as it expands until it becomes thin. This is usually not a problem for Queens, as they have Bound Workers tending to all their needs. Despite this, some Queens undergo augmentations or special treatments to harden their carapaces if they are concerned about them.

			Vaurca Queens possess a markedly different physiology from their subjects, appearing significantly larger even in comparison to imposing Diplomats. Their most striking feature is a swollen abdomen, giving them a segmented, almost worm-like appearance. This enlargement is theorized to be a consequence of their prolific egg-laying capabilities. However, the biology of Vaurca Queens remains shrouded in mystery, as they maintain strict seclusion from both public and private scrutiny.

	'''Surrogates'''		'''Surrogates'''
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	Like Queens, the Surrogates are immense fertile Gynes. Because of their social importance as representatives of the Queens, Surrogates are often modeled as smaller versions of the Queen they serve—this may be through acquiring similar augmentations or even trying to match their body build.		Like Queens, the Surrogates are immense fertile Gynes. Because of their social importance as representatives of the Queens, Surrogates are often modeled as smaller versions of the Queen they serve—this may be through acquiring similar augmentations or even trying to match their body build.

			Surrogates share a similar morphology to Vaurca Queens, albeit on a smaller scale, though still imposing by most standards. Like their Queens, they possess distinctly swollen abdomens, a trait attributed to their egg-laying functions. As with Vaurca Queens, the biology of Surrogates remains enigmatic, as they largely remain concealed from public view.

	'''Aliates'''		'''Aliates'''
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	Some Aliates may increase their size. While they never become as big as Queens or Surrogates, the size increments allow Aliates of important and historical hive-cells to distinguish themselves.		Some Aliates may increase their size. While they never become as big as Queens or Surrogates, the size increments allow Aliates of important and historical hive-cells to distinguish themselves.

			'''Diplomats'''

			Diplomats are the smallest of the Gynes. They share a similar build to the Aliates, the rank from which they stem. The size of Diplomats allows these Gynes to travel and tend for themselves without the aid of any Bound Workers. Diplomats are always sterile and do not lay eggs of their own.

	~~'''Diplomats'''~~

	Diplomats are the smallest of the Gynes. They share a similar build to the Aliates, the rank from which they stem. The size of Diplomats allows these Gynes to travel and tend for themselves without the aid of any Bound Workers.
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>Desven: /* Type DB - Terminals */

2024-03-06T02:57:18Z

Type DB - Terminals

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	====Type DB - Terminals====		====Type DB - Terminals====
	Type DB Cephalons, known as Terminals, vary in size, though all are smaller than Cores. Terminals primarily function as relays, connecting Cores, Virtual Reality, and the outside world. Slices of Cephalon brains are grafted into Terminals, granting them rudimentary processing capabilities. Terminals serve as a physical link to Virtual Reality and the [[Vaurca#Language\|Hivenet]], allowing one the ability to modify Virtual Reality externally, initiate neural socket uploads, and monitor the Hivenet. Additionally, Terminals ~~are frequently~~ used as an equivalent to shipboard AI on Vaurcaesian vessels. ~~While smaller spacecraft may~~ only ~~use~~ one Terminal for all operations, larger ones may have several Terminals, each dedicated to a specific function aboard the ship. The smallest Terminals, also known as “Nodes,” are even found inside high-end Vaurcaesian equipment in order to amplify their capabilities, providing such items with a degree of self-referential decision-making and problem-solving.		Type DB Cephalons, known as Terminals, vary in size, though all are smaller than Cores. Terminals primarily function as relays, connecting Cores, Virtual Reality, and the outside world. Slices of Cephalon brains are grafted into Terminals, granting them rudimentary processing capabilities. Terminals serve as a physical link to Virtual Reality and the [[Vaurca#Language\|Hivenet]], allowing one the ability to modify Virtual Reality externally, initiate neural socket uploads, and monitor the Hivenet. Additionally, Terminals were used as an equivalent to shipboard AI on Vaurcaesian vessels. Smaller spacecrafts only used one Terminal for all operations, larger ones may have several Terminals, each dedicated to a specific function aboard the ship. The smallest Terminals, also known as “Nodes,” are even found inside high-end Vaurcaesian equipment in order to amplify their capabilities, providing such items with a degree of self-referential decision-making and problem-solving.

	===Bulwarks, (Ra, Type E)===		===Bulwarks, (Ra, Type E)===

>Desven: /* Bulwarks, (Ra, Type E) */

2024-02-27T04:02:29Z

Bulwarks, (Ra, Type E)

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	===Bulwarks, (Ra, Type E)===		===Bulwarks, (Ra, Type E)===
	The Bulwark is the most recent ~~Vaurcesian~~ caste to be developed. There is some controversy over whether they count as an entirely new caste or are simply a bioform of a Worker. Motivated by politics, the Biesellite scientific community is inclined to classify the Bulwark as a unique caste.		The Bulwark is the most recent Vaurca caste to be developed. There is some controversy over whether they count as an entirely new caste or are simply a bioform of a Worker. Motivated by politics, the Biesellite scientific community is inclined to classify the Bulwark as a unique caste.

	Bulwarks are the second-largest caste, with a height ranging from 8' to 10'5. They are slower than Workers but are excessively strong, able to lift up to a metric ton in each hand. They are completely immune to radiation due to the thickness of their carapace and complex hormonal secretion that neutralizes ionizing radiation in their bloodstream. As a result of their hormonal structure, they are very vulnerable to conventional toxins and illnesses.		Bulwarks are the second-largest caste, with a height ranging from 8' to 10'5. They are slower than Workers but are excessively strong, able to lift up to a metric ton in each hand. They are completely immune to radiation due to the thickness of their carapace and complex hormonal secretion that neutralizes ionizing radiation in their bloodstream. As a result of their hormonal structure, they are very vulnerable to conventional toxins and illnesses.

>Desven: /* Ka, The Workers (Ka, Type A) */

2024-02-25T21:50:47Z

Ka, The Workers (Ka, Type A)

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	'''Type AD - Burrowers'''		'''Type AD - Burrowers'''

	The Type AD Workers, or “Burrowers,” are one of the oldest Worker subcastes, believed to have been created ~~before~~ the rise of the modern Hives. Burrowers are large hexapods, ranging from 5 feet to 8 feet depending on the project, created to assist in mining and excavation. During the Era of Augments, the Burrowers were first equipped with a plethora of installed tools including an industrial-sized thermal drill–an identifying feature the subcaste retains today. Despite this, the modernization of the Era of Augments and later the Hives Renaissance, saw this bioform fall out of favor, surpassed in usefulness by larger machinery.		The Type AD Workers, or “Burrowers,” are one of the oldest Worker subcastes, believed to have been created during the rise of the modern Hives. Burrowers are large hexapods, ranging from 5 feet to 8 feet depending on the project, created to assist in mining and excavation. During the Era of Augments, the Burrowers were first equipped with a plethora of installed tools including an industrial-sized thermal drill–an identifying feature the subcaste retains today. Despite this, the modernization of the Era of Augments and later the Hives Renaissance, saw this bioform fall out of favor, surpassed in usefulness by larger machinery.

	Since the Exodus, the Type AD Workers have seen a resurgence in the planification of the new Vaurca colonized planets in human space, especially by the Zo'ra Hive on Caprice. Nonetheless, they remain unfavored by the Hive, with many of the active Burrowers outdated and belonging instead to Queenless hive-cells that cannot afford modern industrial equipment.		Since the Exodus, the Type AD Workers have seen a resurgence in the planification of the new Vaurca colonized planets in human space, especially by the Zo'ra Hive on Caprice. Nonetheless, they remain unfavored by the Hive, with many of the active Burrowers outdated and belonging instead to Queenless hive-cells that cannot afford modern industrial equipment.

>Connorjg1: ABD fix

2024-01-29T05:27:11Z

ABD fix

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	'''Type ABD - Freighters'''		'''Type ABD - Freighters'''

	The Type ~~ABA~~ Worker is a recent bioform, first developed by the C’thur Hive in 2461 in collaboration with the [[Nralakk Federation]]. Freighters are a similar design to the Bearers, equipped with resilient extremities like an isopod and used for underwater freight transportation. These Workers provide auxiliary aid to the deep-ocean cargo vessels found in the underwater cities of [[Qerrbalak]] and [[Aweji]].		The Type ABD Worker is a recent bioform, first developed by the C’thur Hive in 2461 in collaboration with the [[Nralakk Federation]]. Freighters are a similar design to the Bearers, equipped with resilient extremities like an isopod and used for underwater freight transportation. These Workers provide auxiliary aid to the deep-ocean cargo vessels found in the underwater cities of [[Qerrbalak]] and [[Aweji]].

	Freighters remain a controversial subject in the Nralakk Federation. Some [[Skrell]] question the use of Bound Vaurcae for the transportation of goods, while others are skeptical about their practicality, as they are time-consuming to grow. As a result, the production of this bioform remains limited until a change in public opinion occurs.		Freighters remain a controversial subject in the Nralakk Federation. Some [[Skrell]] question the use of Bound Vaurcae for the transportation of goods, while others are skeptical about their practicality, as they are time-consuming to grow. As a result, the production of this bioform remains limited until a change in public opinion occurs.

>Desven: /* Castes */

2023-09-21T02:48:54Z

Castes

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	==Castes==		==Castes==
	[[File:Biolore3.png\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Biological sketches of some prototypical Zo'rane Bioforms.]]		[[File:Biolore3.png\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Biological sketches of some prototypical Zo'rane Bioforms.]]
	Shortly after making [[Vaurca History#First Contact With Humanity\|first contact with the Titan Prime]], Vaurcae ~~have been~~ divided into four castes—the Workers, the Warriors, the Breeders, and the Cephalons—each assigned a letter of the alphabet. In 2463, the Bulwark lifeform was introduced and marketed as a new caste, assigned the letter “E.” However, xenobiologists disagree that the Bulwark is a “true” caste, but rather a subtype of Worker. While the same argument has been made for the Cephalons, most literature still considers them to be their own caste.		Shortly after making [[Vaurca History#First Contact With Humanity\|first contact with the Titan Prime]], Vaurcae were divided into four castes—the Workers, the Warriors, the Breeders, and the Cephalons—each assigned a letter of the alphabet. In 2463, the Bulwark lifeform was introduced and marketed as a new caste, assigned the letter “E.” However, xenobiologists disagree that the Bulwark is a “true” caste, but rather a subtype of Worker. While the same argument has been made for the Cephalons, most literature still considers them to be their own caste.

	In Vaurca xenobiology, the definition of a caste remains debated. Many components are considered, including each caste’s echelon and behavior in Vaurca society. Thus, a caste can be loosely defined as an established bioform, reinforced by hormones and augmentation, that serves a specific niche that cannot be interchanged. This means that a Breeder Vaurca will always retain its function and may not act as, instead, a Worker.		In Vaurca xenobiology, the definition of a caste remains debated. Many components are considered, including each caste’s echelon and behavior in Vaurca society. Thus, a caste can be loosely defined as an established bioform, reinforced by hormones and augmentation, that serves a specific niche that cannot be interchanged. This means that a Breeder Vaurca will always retain its function and may not act as, instead, a Worker.

>Desven: /* Taxonomy */

2023-09-21T02:48:25Z

Taxonomy

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	Furthermore, some Vaurcae are lobotomized during their development. To state the type of ‘freedom’ each individual has, the Vaurca use two terms: '''Bound''' (Viax) and '''Unbound''' (Akaix). In human taxonomy, the two types are known as the '''psyche'''.		Furthermore, some Vaurcae are lobotomized during their development. To state the type of ‘freedom’ each individual has, the Vaurca use two terms: '''Bound''' (Viax) and '''Unbound''' (Akaix). In human taxonomy, the two types are known as the '''psyche'''.

	Unbound Vaurca are sapient beings with a similar sense of identity to any other living being in the Spur, but Bound are considerably different.		Unbound Vaurca are sapient beings with a similar sense of identity to any other living being in the [[The Orion Spur\|Spur]], but Bound are considerably different.
	Bound Vaurca are popularly called "lobotomites", but this is known to be inaccurate. The environment and unique pheromones that Bound eggs receive from birth induce what is more or less a deliberate birth defect. The brain of a Bound Vaurca is largely atrophied, and they are docile, simple-minded workers who will prioritize orders they are given above their own well-being.		Bound Vaurca are popularly called "lobotomites", but this is known to be inaccurate. The environment and unique pheromones that Bound eggs receive from birth induce what is more or less a deliberate birth defect. The brain of a Bound Vaurca is largely atrophied, and they are docile, simple-minded workers who will prioritize orders they are given above their own well-being.

>Desven в 02:37, 21 сентября 2023

2023-09-21T02:37:58Z

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	The most unique usage of Cultivators in the Spur is by the C'thur Hive, who have added to the Type AE, introducing a social stomach to pollinate plants, pesticide and fertilizer dispensers, a detailed plant scanner, and a unique probiotic injector that permits small adjustments to the genome of crops. These additional tools have provided the C'thuric Cultivator with the ability to perform its job with nearly unmatched intricacy. These modified Type AE have been deployed by the C'thur Hive in aid of the Nralakk Federation, primarily to Aweiji and other agricultural locations. Federation Colonies that struggle to produce their own food are frequently given Cultivators in exchange for funding and increased phoron supply from the local governments, making the Type AE one of the Hive's most significant contributions.		The most unique usage of Cultivators in the Spur is by the C'thur Hive, who have added to the Type AE, introducing a social stomach to pollinate plants, pesticide and fertilizer dispensers, a detailed plant scanner, and a unique probiotic injector that permits small adjustments to the genome of crops. These additional tools have provided the C'thuric Cultivator with the ability to perform its job with nearly unmatched intricacy. These modified Type AE have been deployed by the C'thur Hive in aid of the Nralakk Federation, primarily to Aweiji and other agricultural locations. Federation Colonies that struggle to produce their own food are frequently given Cultivators in exchange for funding and increased phoron supply from the local governments, making the Type AE one of the Hive's most significant contributions.
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	===Za, The Warriors (Type B)===		===Za, The Warriors (Type B)===
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	As a result, the Marshals, more than any other Bioform, tend to come to see themselves as extensions of the Cephalons, nodes of the great intelligences tasked with carrying out their "will" in service of the Queens. It is rare for this to bother all but the most puritanical Ta due to the amount of help the Marshals are capable of providing, with even the most military-minded Breeders battling to effectively direct the masses of Warriors placed at their command in times of conflict without these advisors. Since the arrival in the Spur, the Marshals have had to adapt and have worked tirelessly alongside the Queens to restructure the military structure of the Hives in a way that is both effective and, much to their chagrin, cheap enough to not drain the economy. The Marshals of [[Zoleth, The Herald of Scars\|Zoleth's brood]], numbering significantly more than any other, are plentiful throughout the newly formed Vek'tak Phalanx and even sometimes the upper echelons of the Tau Ceti Armed Forces, providing advice and direction, though rarely with respect to the TCAF viewing themselves as anything other than consultants. It is not unheard of for the Hives to turn a Warrior of another Bioform who demonstrates a strong understanding of strategy or tactics into a Marshal.		As a result, the Marshals, more than any other Bioform, tend to come to see themselves as extensions of the Cephalons, nodes of the great intelligences tasked with carrying out their "will" in service of the Queens. It is rare for this to bother all but the most puritanical Ta due to the amount of help the Marshals are capable of providing, with even the most military-minded Breeders battling to effectively direct the masses of Warriors placed at their command in times of conflict without these advisors. Since the arrival in the Spur, the Marshals have had to adapt and have worked tirelessly alongside the Queens to restructure the military structure of the Hives in a way that is both effective and, much to their chagrin, cheap enough to not drain the economy. The Marshals of [[Zoleth, The Herald of Scars\|Zoleth's brood]], numbering significantly more than any other, are plentiful throughout the newly formed Vek'tak Phalanx and even sometimes the upper echelons of the Tau Ceti Armed Forces, providing advice and direction, though rarely with respect to the TCAF viewing themselves as anything other than consultants. It is not unheard of for the Hives to turn a Warrior of another Bioform who demonstrates a strong understanding of strategy or tactics into a Marshal.
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	===Za'Kax, Warforms (Type BD+)===		===Za'Kax, Warforms (Type BD+)===
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	Type BCZ or "Exterminators" are an arcane and banned Warform design from the Great Hive War, now only seen being deployed by the [[The Lii'dra\|Lii'dra]]. From reports by the Vaurca Hives, it appears some of these Exterminator Warforms still remain active inside the Spur. They were most commonly used in terror tactics and assassination, taking out key personnel and vehicles. They are 15 feet of pure terror, resembling most closely terrestrial centipedes. Type BCZ are able to burrow into most natural surfaces and have been seen taking out combat mechs due to their speed and the incredibly acidic venom, which they can spray if need be. To this day, only three of them have been successfully killed, mostly by being bisected—the method of cutting the spinal cord to sever the Warforms link to its Hive. According to the Vaurca Hives, it is not immediately clear why severing the Warforms link to the Hive immediately disables it, whereas other Lii'dra maintain a limited level of self-control. Theories range from it being a safety mechanism to a necessary biological function.		Type BCZ or "Exterminators" are an arcane and banned Warform design from the Great Hive War, now only seen being deployed by the [[The Lii'dra\|Lii'dra]]. From reports by the Vaurca Hives, it appears some of these Exterminator Warforms still remain active inside the Spur. They were most commonly used in terror tactics and assassination, taking out key personnel and vehicles. They are 15 feet of pure terror, resembling most closely terrestrial centipedes. Type BCZ are able to burrow into most natural surfaces and have been seen taking out combat mechs due to their speed and the incredibly acidic venom, which they can spray if need be. To this day, only three of them have been successfully killed, mostly by being bisected—the method of cutting the spinal cord to sever the Warforms link to its Hive. According to the Vaurca Hives, it is not immediately clear why severing the Warforms link to the Hive immediately disables it, whereas other Lii'dra maintain a limited level of self-control. Theories range from it being a safety mechanism to a necessary biological function.
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	===Breeders (Ta, Type C)===		===Breeders (Ta, Type C)===

>Desven в 02:37, 21 сентября 2023

2023-09-21T02:37:14Z

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	====Type DB - Terminals====		====Type DB - Terminals====
	Type DB Cephalons, known as Terminals, vary in size, though all are smaller than Cores. Terminals primarily function as relays, connecting Cores, Virtual Reality, and the outside world. Slices of Cephalon brains are grafted into Terminals, granting them rudimentary processing capabilities. Terminals serve as a physical link to Virtual Reality and the [[Vaurca#Language\|Hivenet]], allowing one the ability to modify Virtual Reality externally, initiate neural socket uploads, and monitor the Hivenet. Additionally, Terminals are frequently used as an equivalent to shipboard AI on Vaurcaesian vessels. While smaller spacecraft may only use one Terminal for all operations, larger ones may have several Terminals, each dedicated to a specific function aboard the ship. The smallest Terminals, also known as “Nodes,” are even found inside high-end Vaurcaesian equipment in order to amplify their capabilities, providing such items with a degree of self-referential decision-making and problem-solving.		Type DB Cephalons, known as Terminals, vary in size, though all are smaller than Cores. Terminals primarily function as relays, connecting Cores, Virtual Reality, and the outside world. Slices of Cephalon brains are grafted into Terminals, granting them rudimentary processing capabilities. Terminals serve as a physical link to Virtual Reality and the [[Vaurca#Language\|Hivenet]], allowing one the ability to modify Virtual Reality externally, initiate neural socket uploads, and monitor the Hivenet. Additionally, Terminals are frequently used as an equivalent to shipboard AI on Vaurcaesian vessels. While smaller spacecraft may only use one Terminal for all operations, larger ones may have several Terminals, each dedicated to a specific function aboard the ship. The smallest Terminals, also known as “Nodes,” are even found inside high-end Vaurcaesian equipment in order to amplify their capabilities, providing such items with a degree of self-referential decision-making and problem-solving.


	===Bulwarks, (Ra, Type E)===		===Bulwarks, (Ra, Type E)===