More star systems with intelligent humanoids found. Urusei clans become colonial powers and invade alien worlds. House Azu colonize Trefalon, House Dedron colonize Heis, House Seq colonize Tarsed sector. Native populations are colonized, enslaved, or reduced to peasants. Almost every alien humanoid race discovered is found to be biologically compatible with the Urusei race.
Scientists speculate on the origin of sentient life in the galaxy.
Laws that ban interracial marriages are ignored, as high ranking officers stationed on alien planets take local women as companions. Members of the competition join to form Trader's Union. Dissident faction of the Merchant's Guild split off to form Teamster's Union. Wenji Ara is crowned Emperor of Uruseian Empire. House Uio challenge House Wenji's succession to the throne.