Planetary Systems Solas

Planetary Systems Solas is a major private company within The Terran Collective. It is considered one of the Nine Fathers (one of the smaller Father, for certain). It is mostly controlled by The Fleet Family. It's primary function within The Collective is in establishing and maintaining colonies, as well as manufacturing the equipment and technology necessary for colony life.

## Organization

### Structure

The company is operated by a Governor who is elected by a board. These board seats are held by families within the region who have been folded or married into the Planetary Systems Solas company.

Planetary Systems runs a number of interconnected businesses. In additional to manufacturing products for survival in harsh environments, PSS also operates a massive colony franchise business.  For a maintenance fee, PSS will provide a prospective farmer, homesteader, miner, or anyone wishing to live on the open worlds of the Sagittarius Co-Operative.

### Key Personnel

#### Vlander Fleet

Vlander Fleet is the President and CEO of Halcyon Intergalactic.  Vlannder Fleet is the father of Fauna Minor's middle daughter, Ubia Minour. Vlender and Fauna have maintained an on-again/off-again relationship for 97 years.

#### Gamon Fleet

Gamon is a top officer in Planetary Systems and serves as his brother, Vlander's right hand man. Secretly he plots his own rise to power.

## Businesses

### Production

#### Subsidiaries

Planetary Systems runs a number of interconnected businesses. In additional to manufacturing products for survival in harsh environments, PSS also operates a massive colony franchise business.  For a maintenance fee, PSS will provide a prospective farmer, homesteader, miner, or anyone wishing to live on the open worlds of the Sagittarius Co-Operative.

##### Aeroline Express

Aeroline Express is a company in The Terran Collective. It is a space faring vessel manufacturer and a subsidiary of Planetary Systems Solas.

###### Products

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Aeroline Starduster

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The Starduster is a multipurpose deep space vessel. The design allows for a variety of uses from medical, to military, to transport.

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Orunmila Surveyor Craft

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Orunmila Surveyor Craft is a scout ship produced by Aeroline Express during the Azorian Era for long-term, deep-space exploration and planetary surveying.

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##### Integrated Survival Systems

Integrated Survival Systems is a company in The Terran Collective and a subsidiary of Planetary Systems Solas, ISP manufactures Deep Sleep brand cryostasis units. Cryosleep is a form of suspended animation in which the body's functions are not merely slowed down but halted entirely.

##### Second Skin

Second Skin is a company that develops and manufactures a variety of armor and survival suits. Second Skin is a subsidiary of Planetary Systems Solas.

###### Products

* Skinsuit. A skin tight polymer film that covers an individual and strongly prevents temperature, radiation, and SOMETHING. Skinsuits are used primarily in space.
* Hydroskin. Used of submersion. Hydroskin provides protection against temperature, moisture, and radiation.
* Thermoskin provides protection against extreme temperature.
* Safeskin Used as a medical prophylactic, used to stabilize wounds and injury.

##### SpearHead Dynamics

SpearHead Dynamics is a company in The Terran Collective and a subsidiary of Planetary Systems Solas. SpearHead manufactures low to no orbit vessels.

###### Products

Skylark Series The Skylark SJ-150 is a land to sky space craft manufactured by SpearHead Dynamics.

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Jetjumper Series

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The Jetjumper Series are a series of personal transport vehicles.

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Monarch Series

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The Monarch LT-175 Light Transport, simply known as the Monarch Light Transport, was a troop transport ship. It was originally manufactured by SpearHead Dynamics.

### Solas Enviromental Designs

SED is one of the largest terraforming companies in The Collective

### ARKA

Arka is the largest transportation logistic company in The Collective.

Key Locations

## History

Chapter I: The Birth of Planetary Systems Solas

In the unforgiving crucible of the Sagittarius Co-Operative, where the cosmos stretched endlessly before humanity, an epic saga of power, ambition, and cultural fusion unfolded. At its heart stood Planetary Systems Solas (PSS), a corporate colossus that would come to dominate the very essence of colonization in The Terran Collective. Its beginnings, however, were anything but certain.

The House of Manuchin:

The tale commenced with the enigmatic Cartha Manuchin, a shrewd visionary hailing from the House of Manuchin, one of the pioneer families in the star-studded theater of the Co-Operative. Cartha was a master strategist, possessing a magnetic charisma that could sway even the most unyielding minds.

Cartha's dreams soared higher than the nebulae themselves. He saw a future where humanity would spread its roots among the stars, weaving a cosmic tapestry of civilizations, but to achieve this, he knew unity was paramount. The scattered frontier families, each operating on their respective worlds, remained shackled by isolation, their potential untapped.

The Battle of Astrinex:

The spark that ignited Cartha's vision was the Battle of Astrinex. A conflict born of resource scarcity on the distant planet Astrinex Prime, it pitted the Manuchin family against the Fleet Family. The skirmish was fierce, with fortunes and futures hanging in the balance.

Amid the chaos of war, an unexpected alliance forged on the battlefield. Cartha Manuchin, a charismatic negotiator even in the heat of battle, brokered a ceasefire with Voro Fleet, the head of the rival Fleet Family. Though initially driven by pragmatism, this pact sowed the seeds of an ambitious union yet to come.

The Emergence of PSS:

Over the next century, Cartha Manuchin's vision began to materialize. He orchestrated a series of strategic alliances, marriages, and mergers, bringing together numerous frontier families under the banner of Planetary Systems Solas. This burgeoning colossus was far more than a corporation; it was a living testament to unity, embodying the diverse cultures of its constituent families.

Cartha's descendant, Seraphina Manuchin, emerged as a pivotal figure in the company's evolution. She possessed a profound understanding of the galaxy's untamed frontiers and was hailed as the "Stellar Pathfinder." Under her guidance, PSS expanded its influence, pioneering new technologies and flourishing as a beacon of innovation.

The Fleets' Ascent:

Yet, like the celestial bodies that adorn the night sky, destinies shifted. The Fleet Family, once adversaries, would ultimately become the custodians of PSS. Voro Fleet's son, Vlander Fleet, assumed a central role within the company, shaped by his Mexican and Native American heritage. His charismatic leadership fused diverse cultural elements into PSS's very DNA.

The Fleet-Manuchin Clash:

As PSS flourished under the Fleets, internal strife brewed. The Manuchins, once the architects of the conglomerate, began to harbor resentment. A fierce rivalry ignited between Seraphina Manuchin and Vlander Fleet, fueling a tempestuous conflict reminiscent of warring noble houses.

The stakes escalated as Seraphina's granddaughter, Elara Manuchin, and Vlander Fleet's daughter, Fauna Fleet, became emblematic of their respective lineages. Their on-again/off-again relationship mirrored the turbulent history of their families and left an indelible mark on the company's future.

The Fleets' Cultural Affinity:

Throughout these tumultuous times, the Fleets never lost sight of their cultural roots. Their Mexican and Native American heritage infused PSS with a unique blend of traditions, values, and respect for the cosmos. PSS embraced a harmonious fusion of cultures that both celebrated diversity and fostered innovation, setting it apart as a beacon of progress in the galaxy.

Conclusion:

The turbulent history of PSS, marked by the rise and fall of houses, the clash of cultures, and the relentless pursuit of power, has forever woven the company into the fabric of The Terran Collective. A powerful force in human colonization, PSS stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of unity and diversity in the vast cosmic expanse. Its journey, like the constellations that adorn the night sky, continues to illuminate the boundless possibilities of the cosmos.