The Resilient Leagues of Votann
At the heart of the galaxy lies a civilization forged in the fires of survival and resilience. The Leagues of Votann, a prominent Squat civilization, have thrived in the perilous region of the Galactic Core for thousands of years. Theirs is a story of unyielding determination and adaptability, shaped by the harsh environment and the pursuit of resources.
Origins of the Kin
According to the First Truths of the Leagues of Votann, the origins of the Kin date back to the Age of Myth. It was during this time that mining explorers and settlers, known as the First Ancestors, set out from pre-Imperial Terra in Generation Ships bound for the Galactic Core. These fleets were equipped with advanced Artificial Intelligences, known as Votann Ancestor Cores, which provided them with the wisdom and aid necessary to navigate the unknown dangers of the Core.
The Quest for Resources
As the Fleets settled the Galactic Core, they began to construct space-borne Particle Excavators to disassemble newborn stars, harvesting their fusion energy to refine elements and fuel a burgeoning industry. The Leagues formed, one by one, bridging void-straits battered by stellar winds and establishing trade routes between the Core’s outer disc and the ominous dead zone that encircled the supermassive black hole at its heart.
A Culture of Resilience
Life in the Galactic Core was hard, but the rewards were plentiful. The Kin saw clearly the benefits of thriving in a location where competitor species could not. Over time, they developed a rugged survivalist culture, derived from the dangers of the merchant-fleets of the Dark Age of Technology. They found strength and unity in the endless quest to acquire the resources they needed to endure.
The Cloneskeins
The First Ancestors were responsible for the majority of stable mutations known as Cloneskeins, which allowed the Kin to survive within the Galactic Core. These genetic adaptations made the Votann more durable and physically stronger than standard Humans, as well as more resistant to the mutating power of the Warp and Chaos.
A Legacy of Survival
Today, the Leagues of Votann continue to focus on settling the immense sprawl of the Core and exploiting its boundless riches. Their legacy is one of resilience and determination, forged in the fires of survival and adaptation. Few other civilizations can match the cloned Kin of the Leagues of Votann in their unwavering commitment to the pursuit of resources and the survival of their species.
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