Civilization Grades

The Civilization Grade within the Thoria Empire's classification system is a comprehensive assessment of a planet's overall societal and technological advancement. It takes into account various factors to determine the level of development, progress, and overall sophistication of the civilization inhabiting a planet. This grade goes beyond mere population numbers or environmental conditions and delves into the intricate details of a society's achievements, values, and practices.

The Civilization Grade is calculated through a combination of several key components. The population size and density play a role in civilization development. Higher population often correlates with more complex societies and technological advancements. The effectiveness of law enforcement and maintenance of order on a planet reflects the level of social organization and governance, thereby contributing to the grade. The planet's environmental conditions and natural hazards impact the ability of a civilization to thrive and develop. A lower hazard grade indicates a planet with favorable conditions for growth.

Moreover, the presence of advanced technologies, infrastructure, and scientific achievements contribute to a higher civilization grade. The cultural, educational, and social development of the inhabitants also influence the civilization grade, taking into account factors like education, art, philosophy, and societal values. Ethical and moral values, as well as the moral compass of the society, are considered as well. The level of economic diversification, industrialization, and trade within the civilization also contributes to its overall grade. Additionally, the presence of stable governance structures and political systems plays a role in determining the grade.

Its important to not that most imperial worlds are grade V and by default due to the fact that they were colonized by an equal or higher graded planetary population. However, some planets can, and have, lowered in grade by virtue of civil war reducing their culture, technological, and population base greatly. It is typically considered that Trucilara is the only planet of Grade VII.

## Grades

Grade I - Primitas: This grade represents a planet that is at an early stage of development, with basic technology, limited social organization, and minimal scientific advancements.

Grade II - Infans: Infans-grade planet have made modest progress in technology and societal structure, but they still lack significant industrialization and advanced scientific knowledge.

Grade III - Progressio: Progressio-grade planet demonstrate steady advancements in various fields, including technology, education, and societal organization. They have established basic industrialization and scientific research.

Grade IV - Evolutio: Evolutio-grade planet exhibit substantial technological advancements, well-established industrial bases, and significant cultural achievements. These societies often have stable governance structures and advanced educational systems.

Grade V - Excellens: Excellens-grade planet have achieved a high level of technological prowess, with advanced industrialization, space exploration capabilities, and complex societal organization. They are known for their contributions to science, arts, and philosophy.

Grade VI - Apex: Apex-grade planets stand at the pinnacle of development, showcasing cutting-edge technology, interstellar travel capabilities, and advanced artificial intelligence. Their cultural, scientific, and technological contributions significantly impact the Thoria Empire and beyond.

Grade VII - Exemplum: Exemplum-grade represents the epitome of planet within the Thoria Empire. These planets have reached the zenith of scientific, technological, and cultural achievements. Entire planetary systems are dedicated to monumental projects, including constructing colossal ships and advancing the empire's knowledge across the cosmos.