The Reach

The Reach was a coup led by Nethshar Voyendra against Emperor Hemosiad Borean, the first Emperor of the Empire. The coup was swift and unpredictable, taking place in Hemosiad's throne room in Sovistar during a gathering of all councilmembers to discuss the finalization of the implementation of Hemosiad's Imperial doctrine. 
The coup resulted in Hemosiad's death, and the foundation of the Free Colonies of Carinos.