Vyzera

The Cosmic Federation of Vyzera, commonly known as Vyzera, is a future-tech economic and military powerhouse occupying much of the Axos system, as well as other neighboring star systems. The home system of Vyzera is the Axos system, with the main political and commercial infrastructure being located within several core worlds. The nation is technogically advanced, economically stable, and militarily powerful.

Founded on the planet of Ticeria, Vyzera was born out of both necessity and cultural fusion. The "Lustovian disease" pandemic of 2066-70, as well as a loss of 86% of all species under the Etrocene extinction event, resulted in various state unifications and intergovernmental organizations. Vyzera's predecessor, the Greater Ticerian Coalition, transformed from a intergovernmental organization into a legitimate identity; the popularity of the Coalition's successes gave birth to a new identity: the "Greater Ticerian". The cultural legitimization derived from this popularity manifested into the world's first "super-state", eventually known as the Federation of Vyzera.

The settlements and colonies vary widely in technology, government, and society; it is a natural occurrence born out of circumstance due to the relative distance between colony groups, different astrophysical circumstances, and differing population densities. It is difficult to standardize anything throughout the entire country as a result, although standardizations in technology are becoming increasingly common. Furthermore, the realities and differences of space results in many competing factions, both within and outside in political, economic, and military ways.

This nation is not the only human nation to exist; it is estimated that there are hundreds, if not thousands of smaller nations scattered throughout the various solar systems. Vyzera maintains varying levels of foreign relations with both human and alien nations. The main rival of Vyzera is the Antark Confederacy, which inhabits the second-most amount of territory in the Axos system. Unkept diplomatic promises are the main source of tensions between the Antark Confederacy and the Vyzeran Federation, followed by competing expansionist and commercial interests. Vyzerans view the act of warfare as a sometimes necessary evil, stemming from early resource wars and later foreign tensions.

Etymology
The name of the word can be loosely derived from the medieval Valin word vysio, meaning vision.

Context
Scientists had predicted the effects of climate change on human survival to be quite drastic on the planet of Ticeria; the increased prevalence of climate degradation and the ensuing scarcity of resources forced a mass migration in the late 21st century into in-land areas. Mankind had crossed a point of no return, instilling into both governments and the common man hopelessness and unbearable inevitability. Rare elements and natural gases were running out, but water was the foremost resource running out. Due to massive droughts the world over, fresh water was being rapidly depleted. Oceans were not safe either, as they experienced massive biodiversity loss and pollution. The once strongly woven fabric of community was fractured by periods of mass emigration and government intervention, undermining a sense of common identity. Disease became rampant in communities, communal institutions were overwhelmed, and essential resource security became uninsured. The near-cataclysmic effects of climate change fueled governments' desperation to take care of its citizens and sowed societal discord within its wake, perpetuating conflict and competition with one another. Once strong and stable governments became weakened by conflict within and outside of their borders simultaneously, prompting the failure of several states.

The most direct effect of biodiversity loss was the introduction of global pandemics; the 2066-70 Lustovian disease pandemic was the most devastating pandemic seen in the last few centuries. With a case fatality rate of 33% and estimated R naught of 5, the airborne spread of the disease through transportation hubs and human movement prompted horrifying human and economic loss. The disease was a perfect storm: transmissible through multiple routes, long infectious period, and long incubation period prompted the uncontrollable spread of the disease. Nations valuing individuality and liberty were hit the hardest, with many citing public health measures as a violation of such principles. Governments were decapitated, the immuno-compromised working class experienced a steep reduction, and livelihoods were disrupted. Nations that had game planned for such a scenario were still overwhelmed by the pandemic's stresses on societal systems. The end death toll was catastrophic, wiping out an estimated 10-25% of the global population and resulting in over a billion deaths. Such a loss of human life caused massive secondary effects on the stability of nations, especially smaller nations with less resources as is.

The weakening of governments resulted in either the fracturing of a nation into various stateless groups, or the consolidation of multiple nations into one larger state. The largest of these nations, the Atrorian Federation and the Scyllan Collective, portrayed themselves as saviors promising to inspire hope again. The paradigm shift towards larger collective nations, which allowed them to pool more resources together, served as a temporary rejuvenation of the human spirit and a façade of new growth. These governments initially had the impetus to push mitigatory policy and unite people under their hopeful principles. Simultaneously, however, the necessity to control larger swathes of people of different interests led to a rise of government authoritarianism and ignorance. This shift halted any progress made, dashing many desires for a return to normalcy. In addition, this temporary reprieve returned to utmost concern, with refugee crises and intra-nation conflicts spurring further natural resource drainage.

In response to major natural and societal cataclysms costing countless millions of lives and damaging vital infrastructure, the International Environmental Viability Coalition was started as a small, connected group generously backed by several of the wealthiest and most well-connected people throughout the world. The group was originally created by leading ecology authority Bradley Hunley and former Atrorian environment czar Donald Davies. The organization displayed radical, yet undeniable truths about the devastation of climate change; they promoted the controversial idea of its irreversibility. However, the organization also offered widely-impacting strategies and means to counteract resource loss and climate change, advancing self-responsibility to the environment and space colonization as a contingency plan. Technology was of the utmost importance, with the organization's advocates calling for a wide-ranging investment into bioengineering and space technologies. Their endlessly active international campaigns and consultation of political connections had worked. These ideals sat well with many of those who heard it, offering a fresh and grounded perspective on the climate crisis. The development of the organization coincided with the spawning of a grassroots climate movement, gaining unprecedented global political and social power within decades of its establishment. For the first time in nearly a century, humanity had found common ground, rekindling a passionate fire under it. Hunley and Davies would later be credited with saving human civilization, hailed as fantastical folk heroes hundreds of years later.

Internally, many governments came to the same inevitable conclusion; the climate crisis had become uncontrollably dire to the point of near-future unsustainability. Politicians in power globally became pressured to align environmental views with those of the IEVC, if not for their own survival instincts. Environmental stewardship had become a focal point of a person's daily life, with governments mandating its prioritization through strict regulation and restriction of personal freedoms. Yet, the IEVC's influence had its weaknesses; the broad goals propelled by the organization created internal factions with differing views of implementation and radicalism. Furthermore, the development of strong opinions brought about many criticisms, who had argued for its over-radicalization. Nevertheless, the IEVC's most shining accomplishment would be the 2164 Bain accords, which would usher in unprecedented scientific growth and develop Vyzera's prototype state, the Greater Ticerian Coalition.

2164 Bain accords
The IEVC advocated for the establishment of an international pact, as it would standardize actions and equalize vital resources for everyone. Having been the first organization to gain permanent observer status under the International Diplomacy League, its founders set in stone the overall international agenda. In a series of fiery, passionate speeches in front of the IDL's 96 member states between 2161 and 2163, both Davies and Hunley called for the development of a federated coalition and global fund to undertake the lofty goals. The speeches had surprised even the most diehard supporters of IEVC principles, yet these moving speeches also captivated a large global audience. Furthermore, technologist and former senior bureaucrat David Bain burst into the spotlight from the IEVC's ranks, orchestrating much of the backroom diplomacy and public relations work. His work was so vital to the supposed pact's advocacy, that without him, the deal may have not garnered much support. Over time, calls to undertake this initiative grew exponentially within many nations, which prompted many political forces to begin its advocation.

In the later months of 2163, the IDL passed a resolution which set the drafting of such a pact into motion. Many of the IDL's member states sent representatives to build the founding document for a hypothetical pact between all nations, yet not all nations were happy with the creation of such a pact. The Scyllan Collective was one of the pact's key critics, claiming the pact to be too one-sided in favor of Atror and its allies. Other nations also argued that the IEVC's present role in the pact vested too much power in a non-state actor, allowing them to put forth a radical agenda. Nonetheless, the resolution passed with 67 states voting in favor of the establishment of a new pact.

In the summer months of 2164, the Bain accords were finally completed. The architects of the founding document and many respective heads of state all convened in 14 April 2164, notably within the Pathary Republic's capital. The location was particularly chosen as a neutral area, to diminish the association of the pact's creation with any nationalist motives. In a televised ceremony seen by billions, honor guards of the Pathary Republic's military marched into the famed Serthian Dome, carrying the flags of each nation who had agreed to sign the pact. One by one, the heads of state of each nation arrived with the honor of promulgating the document. In total, 64 heads of state affixed their signatures to the founding document. This represented an eternal promise to common goals and to the survivability of their citizens.

The historic agreement was meant to further unify the international community in the common goal, opening up both economic funds and manpower to supplement the goals of the IEVC. The development of a global fund required the pact's signatories to contribute around 10% of their GDP annually for relevant fields of scientific study and space exploration. Furthermore, the Bain accord also required the dedication of much of their national labor force towards the construction of public works and environmental scientific achievement. Yet, the agreements would also be the base of competition and secession in later years. While most of the non-signatories remained neutral, some nations were offended by the creation of a pseudo-alliance. Protests took place all over the world, particularly in opposing nations. Many of these protests turned violent, forcing some government staff to hastily evacuate from foreign countries. Embassies were closed and diplomats were expelled, resulting in tit-for-tat diplomatic rows between its signatories and its opposition. Mutual humanitarian and cultural exchange programs were defunded, exacerbating communal marginalization in both political and social aspects. Yet, war was largely avoided apart from a few short-term conflicts; there was a common understanding that a larger-scale war could destabilize what was left.

Greater Ticerian Coalition
Whereas the Bain accords affirmed the desire of many nations to unite against the environmental threat, the development into a proto-nation took another few decades to come into fruition. The Atrorian Federation was a key purveyor of this idea, an unconventional alliance which would catalyze social reformation and scientific acceleration. For decades, hushed whispers of a grand coalition swept across governments, facing the reality of further societal collapse. These hushed whispers turned to loud roars, which forced the hands of the nations' top leaders.

The IEVC, at this point, had splintered into various new organizations, some near militant in their ideals and others less so. While the principles still stuck in many countries, the organization itself went into a state of decline. The deaths of the two founders in 2165 and 2172 allowed for an ideological vacuum to take over the group. Divided in principles and increasingly disconnected, the IEVC ceased as a highly influential power for the time being. Overcome with a madness rumored to be bipolar disorder, Bain became increasingly disillusioned with the supposed environmental centrism seen in the general population. He believed the only way to stop the devastating climate change was to strictly police individuality, and to push technological boundaries even if it meant total annihilation. Bain became a global eco-terrorist, responsible for calling his supporters to arms against what he perceived as enemies against continuous environmentalism. His legacy as both an international eco-terrorist and chief architect or the Bain accords remains polarizing to the present day.

In 2166, a preliminary closed-door session was held involving the highest levels of many governments, analyzing the costs and benefits of deeper unification. While many had concluded that further integration would further align their agendas and bring about beneficial change, there was much debate over the implementation of such an integration. Some nations were skeptical of a greater alliance, worrying about the potential for greater conflict. The varied disagreements had towards the fairness and implications of such an integration would slow progress down for several decades. Eventually, 6 nations refused to enter any sort of further consolidation, choosing instead to stand by the broader terms of the Bain accords.

Eventually, this diplomatic impasse was broken down after 2 decades of constant disagreement, paving the way for a deep integration of government and economy. The coalition, while officially more of an international coalition, would possess an organizational structure of a new sovereign state. Further manpower and resources would be amalgamated under this proposed coalition. Coalition organs would oversee an extensive scientific and public works campaign. This campaign aimed to simultaneously lower the burden of resource decrease, while preserving what remained. The first public summit to openly discuss the formation of such a coalition was held in 2191 within Jelistra, the Atrorian Federation's capital. Known as the First Jelistra Summit, the summit attracted much attention from the public, as well as nations for and against their unification. The summit would be the first of its kind, with the assembly of the majority of the world's nations looking towards an industrial and political consolidation. The first summit produced promising results for the idea of a coalition, but several more summits followed before the Greater Ticerian Coalition was formed.

The Fourth and Fifth Jelistra Summits were instrumental in creating the operational structure of the Greater Ticerian Coalition. The GTC resembled a nation in both theory and practice; the GTC would have its own budget pooled from its member nations, and its own quasi-government with a democratically elected legislative assembly and executive committee. The civil services and research arms of nations were to be merged in essential areas, ensuring deep institutional cooperation. More importantly, economic and labor forces would become theoretically standardized across its member states. The coalition would operate on mutualism, sharing resources and manpower to advance common goals. The idea of a unified security force was purposely left out, wanting to decrease justifications for human conflict or international competition.

When the Greater Ticerian Coalition was officially established after the Fifth Jelistra Summit in the early months of 2195, there was simultaneous jubilation and some skepticism from the citizens of representative nations. The national morale had generally risen amongst residents of member states under the GTC. Citizens took to the street with a renewed optimism that had not been seen in decades. News outlets praised these new developments as important steps towards solving the crises threatening their way of life. Many felt that the further integration of nations would alleviate some of the detrimental pressures of the looming crises. Yet, this optimism was also marked by caution; they had seen such a prospect before, but had been let down every single time.

The alliance had great initial success. The Greater Ticerian Coalition's public works programs developed innovative and sustainable ways of living. GTC's scientists, mustering the might of the member nations' funds and manpower, made stunning progress in a variety of environmental and biological technologies. Furthermore, the combined efforts of millions of workers had accelerated the creation of many projects, putting into place vital infrastructure that supported constant innovation. Manufacturing became ever more efficient, fueled by new engineering techniques and robotic equipment. The most notable success was its unified space program. Well-funded and composed of the brightest specialists GTC nations had to offer, the space program reached unprecedented levels of development quicker than in any time in human history. The development of several space elevators in the Atrorian Federation, Pathary Republic, and the Bosrov Confederacy were connected to small transportation hubs. Trained astronauts and brave volunteers began to make their first forays into space, establishing small working outposts on Ticeria's moon, Veras. Rotating structures were used to simulate the force of gravity on the moon, while small mining teams began the first mass harvest of outer-planetary resources from outer space.

The 2231 discovery of travelling mechanisms for half of the speed of light by Doren Albarracin, a physicist from the Lytian Republic, was the single greatest discovery for mankind's desires to expand into space. The method was efficient in its use of energy and quick beyond any preconceived notion, shattering the boundaries of previously understood physics. It is estimated that the eventual inception of the Albarracin drive set the space program forward several centuries.

Such great investment came at a cost, as the Greater Ticerian Coalition had a stronger effect on internal affairs than expected. Governments took an unusually active role in structuring the lives of most within their borders. Human rights, especially labor rights, and personal freedoms were tossed to the side in order to fulfill a near-utopian, environmentalist vision. Human costs also increased dramatically, as occupational hazards and harmful chemical exposure increased the rates of mortality and disease. Even the strategic resources of many of the GTC's nations dwindled rapidly in service of its goals, increasing poverty rates and social stratification. Yet, the determination of an entire species represented a fight-or-flight struggle, waged against the forces of destruction that had been threatening to tear them apart.

Not all of the world's nations viewed these achievements with positive reception. The GTC's detractors, such as the Scyllan Collective and Antark National Union, viewed all of this innovation as a threat to their stability. Their citizens, having seen the incredible progress made by the Coalition despite domestic censorship, were outraged with their societal stagnation. Such outrage increased pressure within these communities, for the government to deliver. An unabated resentment grew with the upper echelons of their nations, blaming the GTC for their own instability.

Second Age of Space Exploration
With the discovery of Albarracin physics and the continued excellence of the GTC's space program, space had become a massive frontier for exploration and resource harvesting in the 23rd century. The pioneering specialists of the previous era were replaced by the common man seeking adventure or rebirth. The other planets of the home system, long unreachable, had become viable targets for human expansion into space. With this, space had also become a hotspot for geopolitical activity, redefining geopolitical balances. The first spark of mining propelled commercial success, with the re-rise of private corporations in this period. Profits reached sky-high, procuring materials and resources from a previously untouched market. In response to the rampant magnifcation of private industry, nations responded with broad nationalization efforts which secured the necessary resources for their own aspirations.

With the rise of the Grand Ticerian Coalition, other nations were quick to follow in its footsteps, for nefarious or self-sustaining purposes. The Antark National Union and Scyllan Collective, fearing the potential for a "one world government" and sharing many of the same concerns, significantly increased cooperation between each other. Forming the Mutual Ascension Compact with 5 other nations, the alliance was merely a strategic tool, rather than a display of affinity for one another. The organization set its sights on their own forays into space, triggering another great space race between two large powers. With the Albarracin drive being classified as a state secret, the Compact's space program was decades, even centuries behind. However, their manufacturing capability was even higher than the Coalition's; with a lower emphasis on human life and a stronger hold on domestic industry, the Coalition's combined efforts churned out higher quantities of materials and vehicles than the largest of the Coalition's factories. In addition, autonomous and robotics technology of the Compact was ahead of any GTC member state, which required little human input. Knowing this, Atrorian intelligence services conducted industrial espionage, gaining new levels of understanding which would be central to their effort.

Neutral nations also worked on less successful space exploration efforts, which often lagged behind in progress compared to the Coalition or the Compact. With less funding and manpower, they were forced to take more experimental and less calculated approaches. Thousands of prospective pioneers volunteered to assist space exploration efforts. Their numerous endeavors would often end in tragedy, costing hundreds, if not thousands, of human lives. For the times they were successful, they would establish small orbiting research stations and trading outposts on Ticeria's moon. The GTC or MAC would offer limited assistance to these nations, often in the form of funds or specialists, in order to secure geopolitical power or tip the balance of global influence. With the profitable section of

Sustaining human colonies outside of Ticeria's suitable environment became the new focus of the GTC scientific apparatus. At first, terraforming was considered as a priority. Estimates ranging from thousands of years to hundreds of thousands of years were thrown out with a lack of consensus, yet this timeframe was too broad for the Coalition's needs. Even with the full backbone of the Coalition's scientific community, the development of terraforming technology would take millennia. The infeasibility of such an enormous ordeal prompted a new focus: the design and engineering of colony structures, and the deployment of space infrastructure. Stronger and more resistant building materials were created through the use of nanotechnology, autonomous vehicles delivered upon a wide variety of objectives, and cellular agriculture became vital to the exploration effort.

Within a century, their home system of 11 planets and various moons had been transformed into livable outposts for mankind. The Grand Ticerian Coalition dominated many portions of space, due to a greater, more rapid development of space technology. As the operations of many nations in space grew in scale, planetary resource shortages were ameliorated by the new flow of resources and money. Colonies consisting of upwards of hundreds of thousands of people were achieved. Asteroid mining vessels captured and processed many versatile metals, which in turn boosted manufacturing back on Ticeria. Opportunity had become the motif associated with space, driving millions to apply for immigration to the colonies. With the demand for colony immigration dramatically growing within the century, nations established stringent quotas and instituted various entrance systems.

Despite the industrial and economic significance of this era, the era was also fraught with melancholy and misfortune. The intuition of new techniques and practices were developed in blood. Space transportation presented a small amount of danger from flying space debris and pressures. Aspiring people would embark on voyages of opportunity, only to never reach their destination. However, the greatest loss of life came from space colonization, especially when experimentation was involved. The earliest space colonies were inherently fragile; much of their way of life depended on many theoretical factors. The lack of terraforming technology, combined with a lack of proper atmospheres, required the highest degree of engineering perfection. One small error could result in the collapse of a colony, and the loss of many lives. The trials and tribulations of the First Age of Space Exploration costed humanity so much, but what they would reap in return exceeded these losses. Humanity would mourn, and then move on quickly.

At home, the climate crises were still ongoing. Bioengineering and geoengineering projects had been put on the backburner, with less funds and less manpower to work with. Space had overshadowed the domestic issues at home. Despite these limitations, geoengineering projects like the Atrorian Climate Control System and large carbon dioxide bioenergy harnessing structures were completed within systems. In rare exchanges of goodwill, the Coalition and the Compact shared knowledge and innovation regarding domestic climate control projects. Historians dispute how effective these geoengineering efforts were, yet most historians deem the age's limited climate control projects as an overall success.

Vyzera's founding
Through the Greater Ticerian Coalition came a stronger bond between every man, woman, and child, each subscribing to a developing creed amongst themselves. Seeing the gradual improvement to quality of life, both in Ticeria and abroad, strengthened the resolve of most within its domain. Even amidst the many ideological and political differences, pride amongst the Coalition's citizens harmonized into a blanket identity: Greater Ticerians. Of course, many nuances involving culture and ethnicity were still to be accounted for; after all, these were fundamental to the fabric of society. The increased power of the Coalition's institutions came from consent of the governed, and a large majority of member states supported the consolidation of such a power structure.

The success of the Coalition's full mobilization of combined resources and manpower also garnered support from pragmatic Coalition citizens, who while skeptical of the increased Coalition influence in internal affairs, understood the practical benefits reaped by their societies. A road to official statehood had been laid out by those looking to organize a state of like-minded individuals. New advancements and attainments were no longer attributed to a singular nation, but rather to the "Greater Ticerian" cause. With each barrier broken down, with each success and failure, even with each display of integrated perseverance, they symbolized a united Ticerian vision. The meteoric rise of the new identity blurred national boundaries and promoted cultural acceptance. Critics were present, but were either censored by governments wishing to preserve the current course, or washed out by waves of Coalition support. With the congruence of cultures and the formation of an encompassing identity, statehood became its inevitable ultimate expression.

Again, murmurs within the highest levels of government, including the Grand Ticerian Coalition itself, began to fill the air again. With the Coalition's governments seeing these calls to statehood, each of its member states held national referendums, posing the question of official national consolidation. The populace within most of the member states answered overwhelmingly in favor of a new theoretical nation, with only two of the Coalition's nations voicing opposition. In 2377, the Coalition held an important preliminary vote amongst its member states to develop a truly integrated nation, a resolution which would begin the process of achieving statehood. Known later as the Potts resolution, with Potts being a key advocate within the GTC's administrative structure, the resolution marked the informal establishment of Vyzera. The vote received nearly unanimous support, with only two nations refusing to officially merge themselves into its fold.

From there, however, work was only just beginning. An entire unified government, sensitive to the diverse ideologies and backgrounds of inhabitants, had to be constructed from the ground-up. Underlying complexities in cultural, economic, and language differences needed to be addressed to ensure stability of a future nation. The inherent vulnerabilities stemming from these differences would need to be mitigated with unified spirit and a grander purpose. The Potts resolution would be followed by many other resolutions, dedicated to ironing out the little nuances that come with establishing a country.

The brightest minds each nation had to offer congregated regularly in public forums, debating about the various necessities for a nation to develop and the many goals to be attained by this new state. These debates went on for years; while the establishment of a new nation was never in doubt, the manner in which its development was to be handled was the subject of much concern and confusion. Despite the existence of merged nations, the proposed idea of a "super-state" was the first of its kind in human history. There were special concerns in regards to handling the existence of other nations on Ticeria; there was bound to be controversy with these fundamental changes to the status quo. The worries over a potential conflict, especially with the Mutual Ascension Compact, caused preemptive diplomatic assurances to be made. Yet ironically, these preemptive diplomatic assurances would lay the foundation for future international tensions.

The founding document that was to be forged in 2381, the Foedus Aureum or Golden Treaty in medieval Valin, outlined Vyzera's 5 core principles: prosperity, unity, determination, integrity, and stewardship. In addition, the document served as a charter for all of humanity under Vyzera's banner, bestowing the power of national self-determination and defining the fledgling nation's legal authority. Through this, the "consent of the governed" was officially established as a foremost principle of the new federation. The document, taking after the IEVC's principles instilled centuries previously, specifically highlighted the utmost necessity of conservancy. The document has been interpreted by mankind as a justification for expansion and discovery, setting humanity forth towards the stars. The Golden Treaty is not considered to be a constitution. The document is considered to be the most sacrosanct document, regarded by scholars and historians as a foremost document in supporting humanity's expansion and defining Vyzeran values.

Vyzera's government took after the representative structure of the Grand Ticerian Coalition organization itself, including the chief executive. The chief executive position was not to be held by one man, but multiple men and women representing differing interests. The move was meant to promote a multi-party system, accounting for the nuances of member state incorporation. Contrary to its official name (Federation of Vyzera), the main authority solely belonged to the national government; a compromise to this was to instead institute an unofficial policy of devolution. Architects who worked on Vyzera's establishment were worried of a disjoint identity, and thus wanted a power structure that reflected national cohesion. The legislature was also originally unicameral, with the Provisional Council assuming the responsibility of legislative affairs. A system of national courts was also formed as well.

The Golden Treaty was signed by the representatives of the Coalition's former member states, officially dissolving their own nations and assuming their national status under the new super-state. Citizens experienced a wave of national pride, waving the new Vyzeran flag and flooding the streets in celebration. However, this was not to last, as the complexities of combining multiple long-lasting nations created a period of tumultuous uncertainty.

Lubendorf Plan
The development of the new nation required the fused strength of already present bureaucratic institutions; as debts were assumed and borders ceased to exist overnight, a multi-step integration process was necessary. The time period of reconstruction is argued by historians and scholars, with estimates ranging from 20 years to nearly a century. Under the Lubendorf Plan, the first portion of the plan addressed and defined the Vyzeran military's organization. National militaries were combined and reorganized to temporarily reflect former geographical boundaries, as to preserve the status quo relatively. The Vyzeran Defense Force was officially formed by the 1st Vyzeran Congress in early 2382, outlining 4 hypothetical branches of the Vyzeran military. The 4 branches were the Vyzeran Army, Vyzeran Navy, Vyzeran Aerospace Force, and the Vyzeran Civil Guard. In addition, 8 "unified theaters" were formed to encompass different regions of the world, as well as 5 "functional combatant groups".

The economy, particularly its administration, became the second priority for the new Vyzeran government. The Coalition did not have a dedicated economic government organ, thus there was no precedent. To tackle this issue, the Taxation Administration Organization was formed, consisting of combined taxation administrations. Even with this surge of manpower, the TAO initially had trouble administering tax documents. The assumption of international debt resulted in very high taxation rates in Vyzera's beginning; national income decreased, severely damaging the citizens' economic trust. Bonds were also sold by the Vyzeran government to finance its merging operations. Combined with initial state supervision of industry, the fledgling nation barely stayed afloat for the first two decades. These effects would paradoxically reduce the bureaucracy's ability to govern its territory, with budget cuts and employee shortages.

The creation of a justice system required the development of new judicial procedures and new laws. Before the first codified criminal and civil codes were officially introduced, previously existing laws of their respective nations were enforced. Law enforcement also incorporated preexisting agencies, who had a familiarity with their local regulations. A slow transition from older national laws to Vyzeran legal statues involved the re-certification of legal professions and new training for law enforcement officers.

The Lubendorf Plan did not merely concern itself with political and economic manners; the Lubendorf Plan was also meant to vitalize a united Vyzeran vision and culture. A period of reconstruction saw the use of direct and indirect national propaganda. The Vyzeran flag became a mandatory fixture or decoration on public buildings and became commonplace in places of business. Furthermore, representations and symbolism of the new nation were erected throughout its territory, commissioning some of the most prominent international artists to promote a new Vyzeran art style. Lines from the Golden Treaty were also casted on headstones. Its cinema promoted Vyzeran nationalism, using Vyzeran symbols with positive connotations. Vyzeran national sports teams played various exhibitions throughout its territory to further create a united vision. Most notably, Vyzeran culture took many different inspirations from various cultures and fused them together, in a way that highlighted the nation's core values and the federation as a whole.

The integration had been something that had never encompassed this many people and their differences, creating a long period of economic and cultural uncertainty. The slow transitionary period of the Lubendorf Plan's undertaking was marked by societal unhappiness and economic instability, yet ultimately stayed together under the pretense of united spirit and hope. This period of reconstruction laid a solid foundation which would lead to later prosperity, ushering in Vyzera's first golden age.

Politics
Vyzeran politics uniquely present itself with a multi-party presidential model, which has been difficult to emulate. The influence of the multi-party system can be traced back to the founding of the Federal Council, a 11-member collective chief executive encompassing several different parties. Despite the dissolution of the Federal Council, its multi-partisan nature has continued on its legacy. The political system is quite intricate due to the number of political parties and the influence of larger political parties. Currently, there are over 60 active parties with seats in the Vyzeran Congress, with thousands of other minor parties which are interconnected with the current multi-partisan dynamic. The lack of party consensus is due to a multitude of factors; geography, socioeconomic status, species, just to name a few.

The multi-party system has led to the development of various party coalitions, working together to pass legislation. In particular, smaller parties will come to terms with a larger party, in order to advocate for their own agenda. A wider representation of interests takes place with such a system in place. Yet, this system has also led to gridlock and instability; rivalries between parties sometimes threaten to undermine the operations of government. Furthermore, gaining an appropriate consensus for legislation is more difficult, which could cause political chaos and damage public trust.

Public opinion regarding the multiparty presidential system is divided. Some argue that the multiparty presidential system is immobile and self-defeating, with the chief executive dodging the multiparty apparatus at times to pass legislation. Questions regarding stability and power division are also posed by critics. Others, however, argue for its purpose; many interests can still be represented while there is a definitive power structure at the top. In addition, having a president possess more power, compared to a semi-presidential system, could decrease response times and provide stability in times of uncertainty.

Foreign relations
Vyzera is both a hub for human diplomatic endeavors and a powerful nation within diplomatic spheres of influence throughout several star systems. Vyzera has established many consulates and embassies in various human and alien nations, working together through vigorous negotiation and diverse representation. In addition, Vyzera holds a special diplomatic status with several smaller nations, such as the Frelonian Republic and the Vulon Free States. Vyzera hosts and is one of 42 representative nations under the Human Union Organization, a group of human nations spread out throughout the Axos system and neighboring star systems. This organization is headquartered on Veras, referred to as the "unofficial capital" of Vyzera. The intergovernmental organization is the spiritual successor to the International Diplomacy League, and is intended to foster mutual trust and safety.

Vyzera is also a member of the Axos Security Organization, a treaty organization composed of 14 nations which inhabit the various system bodies throughout the Axos system and beyond. The military alliance provides collective security, making each member nation responsible to the mutual defense for each other. The organization has served greatly as a deterrent against military action by any aggressors.

Vyzeran foreign policy often seeks development or public diplomacy, extending government programs and funding to nations willing to partake in relationships with Vyzera. Vyzera often undertakes soft power initiatives to broaden its spheres of influence, involving cultural and technological exchanges.

Law
Vyzera's law structure is a mix of both civil and common law concepts, deriving itself from the popularization of the Gauthier Code. The hybrid law structure is traced back to the numerous legal traditions undertaken by former Coalition member states. The codification of law is often seen under criminal law jurisdictions, allowing for precise and consistent rulings in the case of crime. Civil law concepts can be applied to the use of regulation and criminal law, delineating a crime's definition and setting a specific punishment. Common law is most seen in private and civil law, as well as constitutional review. In areas of law with ambiguity, precedent is legally binding; hence, the Vyzeran law system highlights a hybrid legal system.

Legislation and regulation are mostly passed by the Vyzeran legislative branch, such as the House of Assembly. However, rules and regulations can also be put into effect by both lower jurisdictions and executive agencies. Under Vyzera's system of devolution, a pseudo-federalist structure is in place. Sectorial governments, equivalent to states, are given the authority to pass limited regulations with regards to family law, tort law, and even criminal statues. In addition, executive agencies are given the ability to create regulations under the scope of national legislation; such regulations are most prominent in immigration and agency operation.

Vyzera's constitution is considered to be uncodified, with guiding principles defined under various Constitution Acts throughout Vyzera's existence. The development of an uncodified constitution, some argue, allows it to be more flexible and malleable; it defines the rights and freedoms of every citizen under eternity protection clauses. Yet, the lack of a codified constitution can also be manipulated to institute authoritarian policies and excuse unpopular actions.

Government
The government is a widely complex political system, with a large civil service and multiple tiers of government dedicated to providing general services and oversight. With the introduction of many new emerging technologies and interactions, the Vyzeran government is a complicated series of ministries, agencies, bureaucratic processes, and flexible working groups. At its core, the national government is the central government which controls all governing affairs within its territory. Yet, this is a mere oversimplification of the many theaters of governmental power and jurisdictions. Governing the expansive territory controlled by Vyzera has made the central government reliant on lower levels of government. As a result, while the national government is meant to be unitary in theory, the nation has put into use a system of devolution that allows for the delegation of local responsibilities. The national government has the power to override local governments, yet this can inadvertently introduce chaos into local political workings.

The large bureaucracy results in the following of contradictory goals and massive inefficiency. The flexible government model has been slowly implemented into Vyzeran government operations, organizing temporary groups in response to occurrences requiring government intervention or attention. This marks a new shift of political theory, reducing the negative effects of "red tape" with efficient and quick reorganization. However, this model is also difficult to practice, with difficult oversight and broad legislation guiding this flexible model.

The executive branch is the largest branch of the 3 branches of government, with the chief executive being designated as the President. The President undertakes several responsibilities: serving as the supreme civilian authority of the Vyzeran Defense Force, signing national laws, controlling policy execution, and more. The Council of Ministers is the main executive advising body for the chief executive, composed of the heads of executive ministries and other top civil officers. Underneath this branch is the national bureaucracy, large in both size and scope. The bureaucracy ensures the execution of policy itself, critical for the operation of Vyzera's colonies and home worlds alike. The versatility of the institution imbues it with great working power, concretely defining ambiguous areas of policy through precedent. A top-down technocratic structure ensures the most effective execution of policy.

The chief executive was formerly a 11-member Federal Council, reflecting the ideological and ethnic differences of former sovereign nations. The body's 11 members were elected by the House of Assembly, with each member holding responsibility over a certain region. Each member of the Federal Council also presided over different types of meetings. The President and the Vice President of the Federal Council served as ceremonial roles, not considered as singular heads of state or government. Whereas this council was beneficial in greater representation, the body became inefficient with Vyzeran population booms and territorial gains. Later crises and conflicts would challenge the speed and effectiveness of the Federal Council, eventually rendering it obsolete by the mid-26th century.

The legislative branch encompasses what is simply known as the Vyzeran Congress, a bicameral legislature which passes laws and provides oversight of the other branches. The Senate is the less powerful upper house of the Vyzeran Congress. They are more of an advisory body than a fully-fledged branch, holding suspensive vetoes and holding limited jurisdictions in terms of voting. The Senate also possesses numerous standing committees, probing into the efficacy of national agencies and regulatory abidance of government bodies. Its members are indirectly elected by sectorial administrative councils, chosen to represent the local interests. The far more powerful lower house is the House of Assembly. Their members currently represent 614 electoral districts. The lower house passes laws, advises and consents on political picks, provides government oversight, and more. The Presiding Officer of the House moderates debate and rules on procedure within the lower chamber. The President of the Senate fulfills a similar role in the upper house.

The judicial branch is convoluted as well, through a system of higher and lower courts. The entire judiciary falls under a national system. The judicial branch excludes military courts, which operate on a widely different structure. The highest courts are those at the national level, reserved for constitutional review and international judicial cases. The Constitutional Court and the General State Advocacy are held in the same regard as the highest courts of the land, with the former conducting constitutional review. The latter is the court of highest appellate jurisdiction, which also settle disputes involving international bodies or the state itself. The next level of national courts are those which are specialist courts, dealing with taxation, immigration, technology, administrative law, and alien affairs. Judicial district courts are the lowest courts of second instance, with 931 of these in existence. The second lowest level of national courts are trial courts, prosecuting violations of national law. The lowest level courts are officially called minor jurisdiction courts, which hear cases about minor criminal offenses such as breaches of the peace or traffic violations. However, some municipalities have their own magistrates, dedicated to hearing cases regarding violations of municipal regulations and ordinances.

The Vyzeran Public Service is the nation's single largest employer, with the employment of around 3% of the human population. The VPS encompasses the entire civilian workforce of the national government. Lower levels of government employ another 15% of the human population, as the complexity of local interests exceed even the versatility of the national government.

Economy
Vyzera is a human industrial powerhouse, ranking 1st among human nations in exporting goods (6th in exports per capita) and 2nd in importing goods. Furthermore, Vyzera's economy is classified as a mixed economy, combining both government intervention for public benefit and economic freedom. The nation has many established trade routes and partnerships with numerous nations, sharing a wide variety of goods and services. Vyzera's GDP accounts for 14% of gross human product at purchasing power parity, a substantial amount compared to other human nations.

The Vyzeran private sector is dominated by the production of services, the manufacturing of goods, information technology, and the procurement of raw materials.

National labor protections exist, but are either considered secondary to national interests or hardly enforced. These standards are particularly lacking in outer colonies. This has allowed for the exploitation of workers and the creation of a work culture, leaving less time for leisure.

Science and technology
Vyzera is a leader in both science and technology, particularly in space propulsion, colonization, and transportation technology. Vyzeran technological doctrine operates on the principle of technology being an ultimate solution; hence, research and development is considered to be a foremost part of the Vyzeran economy. Vyzera has been responsible for many technological advancements that have been hailed as supreme achievements, such as Albarracin travel, cellular agriculture, and nanotechnology. Yet, Vyzera pales in comparison to a few human nations in robotics and computational technologies.

Technology and science have both had profound impacts on Vyzeran society. Whereas rapid technological advancements have increased societal convenience and productivity, technology has also further reinforced socioeconomic disparities and individual isolation. Convenience and leisure technology, made for efficiency and predictability, has been marketed to urban and upper socioeconomic echelons. Steady emigration from rural to urban areas, due to a preconceived notion of technological superiority and grander opportunity, has generated negative stereotypes for rural areas. The perception of technology as a panacea has instituted an overreliance on its wonders, creating excessive demand for new development of technologies. This has, in turn, also set unrealistic expectations to maintain general social happiness. Technology has also introduced new dangers, subjecting larger groups of people to potentially fatal consequences. The effects of automation have been particularly noted; continued automation has practically reversed the specialization of labor. Instead, human experiences and services have become more favorable as occupations, creating a service-based economy.

Terraforming technologies are in the early stages of development, due to their current volatility and high risk potential. The interest in terraforming has come to fruition within the last few centuries, citing the progression of other prerequisite technologies and the increased threshold of usable energy. Terraforming disasters causing innumerable number of casualties have caused many cessations of work on such technologies. With a gradual decline in national expansion, Vyzera has turned its attention towards improving quality of life on colonies.

Vyzera's heavy investment into space exploration and colonization technologies stems from the the First Age of Space Exploration, when outer space was first colonized by humanity. The Greater Ticerian Coalition's efforts in space, and the reaping of its benefits, made space the ultimate frontier for expansion and discovery. The remarkable achievement of space colonization by the Greater Ticerian Coalition has influenced Vyzeran technological doctrine greatly. The advent of the Albarracin drive, discovered by scientist Doran Albarracin, for near-light-speed travel greatly expanded humanity's horizons in space and brought about a new age of exploration. Experimentation over the last few centuries have increased the capability of the Albarracin drive to the long-thought pinnacle of light speed, however, colonization of worlds within the Outer Expanse still depend on the discovery of wormhole gates. Furthermore, the 3128 discovery of deactivated wormhole gates within the Traveler's Edge by Vyzeran astronomers further increased the range that humans could operate in.

Income, wealth, and poverty
Vyzera accounts for much of the total human wealth in the universe. In correlation, incomes in Vyzera are relatively high, particularly in colonies which hold particular commercial importance. Vyzera has a large proportion of the wealthiest individuals on the planet.

Yet, the strive for great success has developed a work culture which emphasizes long working hours and labor exploitation; the wealth is heavily concentrated amongst higher socioeconomic classes. Societal inequity has led to lower healthcare rates and food security for lower-class blue-collar workers. The rise of digital technology has also contributed to social inequity, as formerly high-paying occupations involving digital and information technologies are now extremely common. Therefore, technological white-collar jobs receive lower wages. Vyzera currently has a universal basic income system which guarantees minimal, survivable quality of life.

Land transportation
The main mode of land transportation is often the hyper-train and hyperloop systems. Hyperloop systems are more commonly found outside of the Axos star system, due to lack of space and increase in colony productivity. The longest hyperloop system can be located in the underground colonies of the commercial hub planet Etros, connecting together the vast underground cities and industrial complexes of the planet. Hyperloop subway systems are common in colonies that are either underground or have limited space, transporting billions of workers and residents. "Tachyon train" systems, meanwhile, captivate the imagination in open space, transforming any city into a bustling metropolis. These trains are named after the tachyon hypothetical particle, and are built with both beauty and speed in mind. These systems are in open-air and are mostly limited to individual municipalities. These trains are often comfortable, providing ample legroom and entertainment systems. The longest tachyon train line is the Intercontinental Magnetic Rail System on the home planet of Ticeria, which spans 5 different continents.

Another popular mode of transportation is the use of SAE Level 4 automated vehicles in urban environments, which have limited user control and are programmed to drive in geofenced areas. These vehicles are representations of a comfortable and urban lifestyle, serving as symbols of upper socioeconomic classes. Meanwhile, colonies with rough and unpredictable terrain operate more antiquated vehicle models, paralleling the vehicular models found in the 21st century. Larger wheels and long suspension travel are common characteristics of these particular vehicles, suited to all-terrain travel. These durable and modular vehicles are remarkably human, displaying their traits of resiliency and versatility.

Aviation
Bulky, metallic shuttlecraft are often used to carry passengers through their respective star system to their destination. Space traffic is handled through data transmitted from spaceport stations, with many spaceports having semi-automated fusion centers with manual override if necessary. The navigation and guidance of shuttlecraft is handled by their respective shuttle management systems (or known as SMS), which also hold the capability to handle landings and take-offs. Landings are guided by the standardized general computational landing system, whose predecessor was the instrument landing system. Such extensive automation has eliminated the general need for pilots, operating on an extremely thin margin of error that can be easily handled.

For shorter transports, VTOL aircraft serve as all-purpose, all-terrain vehicles, built out of self-healing material. The design of these aircraft greatly reduce the risks of rain, wind, and temperature affecting the operation of the aircrafts. Furthermore, maintenance is a much smaller concern due to the self-healing quality of the materials employed. VTOL aircraft are much more stylized with a metallic sheen, bearing lighter colors. The use of green is very common on shuttlecraft and aircraft, with its multiple meanings linked to national ideals such as prosperity and environmental stewardship.