Betrayal
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Alexander the Great
Alexander the Great is a historical ruler invoked by Avalon Brookes as an example of a figure remembered for seeking power.
Andrew Copley
Andrew Copley is one of the civilian leaders selected for the Copious expedition. The civilian council is intended to take responsibility for the colony after it is established.
Avalon Brookes
Avalon Brookes is the inventor of the sphere drive. His propulsion technology makes the Copious expedition possible.
Genghis Khan
Genghis Khan is a historical ruler cited by Avalon Brookes during his argument that the pursuit of power defines remembered greatness.
Laser datalinks
Laser datalinks allow rapid information exchange between artificial intelligences and vessels. Their usefulness is limited by distance and signal travel time.
Medical automation
Medical automation aboard the ancient starships supports diagnosis, recovery from stasis, and treatment. Scanners produce detailed images and activity readings quickly.
Queen Victoria
Queen Victoria is a historical empress whom Avalon Brookes cites in a discussion of power. He refers to her association with the largest empire known to the world.
Shuttlecraft
Shuttlecraft carry people between larger vessels and planetary or habitat surfaces. Both Echo and Cylli possess craft capable of transporting passengers.