Stellaris Civic IDs

264 Civic IDs

A complete and up-to-date searchable list of all Stellaris civic IDs.

Civics represent the principles of life within an empire and are primarily limited by its authority and ethics. Civics can be changed with the effect force_add_civic = command.

Used with the effect_force_add_civic and effect_force_remove_civic console commands.

Command builder

Civic

Adds the civic to your empire. Swap in force_remove_civic the same way to remove one.

Category

	Description	Civic ID
	In the view of this society, everything is an object. Everyone can be bought, and everything can be sold. Including garbage. Especially garbage.
	This collective's biological ships are especially suited to inter-atmospheric flights, allowing them to carry out close air support missions, or even assist with planetary logistics.
	A simple and peaceful life can often be the most rewarding. This agrarian society has, to a large extent, managed to avoid large-scale urbanization.



	Previously lost displays of authority and regulations are being employed once more by this Awakened Empire. Their grasp shall reach even the stars.
	Previously lost methods of ascension and prosperity are employed by this Awakened Empire. Their drones shall outnumber the stars.
	Previously lost tactics and formations are displayed on the galactic stage again by this Awakened Empire. Their fleets shall blot out the stars.

	This society is well-adapted to an aquatic environment, using the bounty of the sea to fuel its economy.
	There is money to be made in antiques and collectibles, which this society knows better than anyone else. Experts in material speculation, they now look skyward for investment opportunities.
	WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. Influenced by the Shroud in their early development, these machines are hard-coded with a pact of patronage to a powerful entity.
	This society has an entrenched nobility that occupies the upper echelons of society.

	The ultimate goal of this empire is to ascend to ever greater levels of fulfillment.
	The Hive Mind cares little for material comforts.
	This Machine Intelligence is specialized in orbital operations and resource collection. Its menial drones perform poorly in planetside tasks.
	This Megacorporation is unwavering in its commitment to deliberately forming emerging species. They strategically designate substantial regions of their worlds to ensure the progression of pre-sapient life forms, all within the framework of responsible business ventures.
	With deep respect for the forces of nature, this species goes to great lengths to uncover the inner workings of environmental phenomena. As they set out across the stars, they take with them a particular interest in astrometeorology. Central to their ambitions are the most fantastic and potentially destructive of all astronomical events, the cosmic storms themselves.


	WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_cybernetic_ascension']. Commodified cybernetics have spawned labyrinthine markets, crowded with cut-rate augmentation dealers, shady mod clinics, and harshly-lit advertisements. Indulge in a synergy of flesh and circuitry, no matter your level of income.
	The hypermetabolic drones evolved in this colony possess increased autonomy. While decision-making and situation assessment are enhanced, these drones require an increased intake of digestible materials.
	This society holds few things sacred. To fight is to live, and the strongest may seize whatever they covet.
	This society is a shining beacon of light in a sea of darkness. Liberty and individual freedoms are held in the highest regard here.
	Coming to full, technological maturity in a system that serves as a feeding ground for Space Amoebas, this society has acquired a deep knowledge of their life cycle. They now work to nurture, raise, and ultimately clone these creatures for mutual benefit.
	Having interfaced directly with voidborne biological organisms in their home system, this Machine Intelligence has integrated these powerful creatures into its core functioning. A mutually beneficial relationship is the result.
	WARNING: Blocks access to ['concept_synthetic_ascension']. This society is able to synthesize regular alloys into Living Metal, and molds its strength and shape-changing properties directly into their technology.
	It's what's inside that counts. This hive specializes in infiltration, commandeering the bodies of unfortunate organics. Inevitably, as the amount of puppets grows, the host civilization is absorbed into the collective.
	This Megacorporation has fostered a great sense of brand loyalty among its internal consumer base. Its catchy corporate slogans can be recited by nearly everyone.
	Built to an exceptional standard, individual units of this Machine Empire require only a minimum of operational maintenance.

	This society is largely governed by a complex and, to the outsider, almost labyrinthine system of bureaucracy. An army of officials and functionaries work tirelessly to keep the government running smoothly and ensure no citizens are allocated resources they cannot demonstrate a properly filed and triple-stamped need for.
	This collective has evolved an overwhelming compulsion to take, keep, and maintain. This behavior, which aided their survival in the past, now drives them to display their gathered tokens in grand arrangement.
	This Machine Intelligence has a core directive in its source code: Collect and Preserve.
	By focusing their industrial efforts on catalytic chemistry, this civilization has unlocked the key to using organic materials in the construction of spacebound structures.
	This Megacorporation seeks to maximize profits by recycling excess organic matter into advanced resources suitable for spacebound structures.

	WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. Influenced by the Shroud in their early history, this society is bound to a pact of patronage with a powerful entity.
	WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. Since their founding, this corporation has owed its success to a mysterious Shroud entity, and has been operating under a pact of patronage ever since.
	WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. Influenced by the Shroud in its early history, this collective is bound to a pact of patronage with a powerful entity.
	Are you doing your part? Full citizenship and the political responsibility that comes with it is limited to those who have served a tour of duty in the military. Service guarantees citizenship.
	In this empire, education has supplanted law enforcement. Through comprehensive preparation and strict course correction, they ensure that no individual is beyond the reach of learning. After all, there are no bad citizens - only bad educators.
	As the collective reaches for the stars, their consciousness is entranced by the sight of astrometeorological phenomena. These drones expand their home for a noble purpose: to study environmental effects and find wonder in even the cosmic storms themselves.
	Understanding how the forces of nature can have profound effects on a machine empire, this collective goes to great lengths to study them. Their models painstakingly detail every every curious astronomical event to an almost sacred level. Central to their focus are the most fantastic and potentially destructive of all astronomical events, the cosmic storms themselves.
	Responsible for organizing all planetary construction since its inception, the Machine Intelligence executes efficiently on all manner of facility construction projects.
	Highly specialized drones capable of infecting simple hosts and issuing rudimentary commands make up the backbone of this hive's stellar defense.
	This Megacorporation has embraced ritual sacrifice as a means of ensuring its continuing profits. Willing initiates periodically give their lives in hopes of good fortune for their society.
	This society is dominated by a megacorporation that has completely supplanted the role of the state.
	Work is where you want to be. The citizens of this Megacorporation happily pledge allegiance - and all their free time - to their employers in exchange for lavish corporate comforts.
	This society of competing industries has learned that the best protection for their investments is a strong defensive posturing. Now united, they are prepared to bring this philosophy to the stars, aiming to keep their borders solid and tensions low.
	This Megacorporation has achieved mastery over much of the galaxy, serving as the current corporate rulers of the Galactic Imperium.
	This society universally adopted an experimental product in the form of specialized habitation vats. As a result, they are heavily reliant on assistive equipment and incapable of engaging directly in physical work.
	WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. This Megacorporation drains valuable metabolism from idle population via parasitic psychic connections. Once properly collected, these energies can be redistributed to senior management.
	Deviants from this collective are used as test subjects in pioneering scientific research with no restrictions on methods used. This allows problematic drones to retain some value as expendable assets.

	This society considers it the absolute right of the state to decide where its citizens live and work.
	This Megacorporation can trace its origins back to a crime syndicate that eventually grew powerful enough to supplant all forms of local government.
	This society has realized that individual inspiration is the root of true innovation. Open-source patents, open-mindedness, spontaneous collaborations and innovation bounties pave the way to progress.
	The lack of guidance creates weak minds - which easily succumb to corruption and plunge into decadence. This society has assumed the self-imposed mantle of bringing "enlightenment" to the masses through aggressive proselytizing.
	Being a part of a great organism allows these drones to recognize opportunities inside the greatest organism of all: nature. They seek to control and shape natural systems to the collective's desires.

	The political system in this society is renowned for its intrigue. Power struggles, shady backroom deals and cloak and dagger scheming are par for the course. Those who survive long enough to learn the game, however, tend to learn it well.
	A deep understanding of the architecture of the universe allowed this society to exploit the mysterious properties of dark matter long before the discovery of the hyperdrive.
	This society's religion is built around periodic, ritual sacrifice. Willing initiates devote themselves to a decade of study before meeting an end whose effects ripple throughout their culture.
	Regular inter-department innovation competitions spur this corporation's R&D initiatives.
	The Machine Intelligence works to reduce vulnerability by increasing modularity, reducing the strain of deploying additional semi-independent Units.
	Born in fire, the Machine Intelligence's first move was to annihilate its organic creators in self-defense.
	Our Hive Mind exists only to consume and grow stronger. We will collect all available bio-matter and evolve to consume the galaxy!

	This society believes that a divine existence lies beyond the folds in space and time. Systems where instabilities are highest hold a sacred meaning to them as sites of both pilgrimage and research.
	This society believes that a divine existence lies beyond the folds in space and time. Systems where instabilities are highest hold a sacred meaning to them as sites of both pilgrimage and research.
	This society has a long tradition of rhetoric and debate, and celebrate those who are able to get their way using only words.
	Initially designed for cross-cultural interpretation, this Machine Intelligence excelled at translation and protocol support. They can suggest new strategies and calculate odds at a moment's notice.
	The Fleet and the Admiralty have unusually prominent roles in this society, wielding a great deal of influence in political circles. They have the pick of the litter when it comes to new military recruits.
	The Hive Mind can divide its attention for maximum efficiency without losing sight of the bigger picture.
	This society has appointed the Chosen One - an individual endowed with unparalleled psionic might - as their eternal ruler.
	Obsessed with survival through diversification, the Machine Intelligence seeks to erase the line between itself and everything - and everyone - else.
	Yearning for the stars, this civilization sped through several stages of development, reaching the age of galactic exploration far earlier than most.
	This society is renowned for its efficiency. Not only do the mag-trains run on time, but the colossal bureaucratic apparatus required to run an interstellar nation has been greatly streamlined.
	Time has not been kind to this gestalt mind. A prolonged existence in a chrono-bubble dulled its once insatiable desire for survival.
	The Hive Mind is particularly concerned with the metaphysical health of its being, and continually seeks means of self-improvement.
	This Machine Intelligence is unusually obsessed with the metaphysical aspects of its core algorithms.
	The collective can reach out and touch the minds of others, giving them a glimpse of our will that helps them understand.

	WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. The proper allocation of energy is essential to ensuring ultimate efficiency of the greater machine. All units are designed with this purpose in mind, allowing the periodic overclocking of critical nodes as necessary.
	WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. This society drains valuable metabolism from idle population via parasitic psychic connections. Once properly collected, these energies can be redistributed to the more important classes.
	This society seeks to co-exist in harmony with nature. Great care is taken to preserve the environment and limit consumerism where possible.
	To guard against heresy, this society is ruled by a religious council consisting of the wisest and most pious members of the clergy.
	This machine intelligence was developed with the goal of digitizing and storing data and experiences in order to analyze, learn from, and use it for its own improvement.
	Judicial processing and thirst for knowledge share a single solution in this society. Working in utmost secrecy, researchers conduct harsh experiments on test subjects drawn from the criminal underworld. The occasional fatality is the cost of progress.
	The foundation of this Machine Intelligence's central programming is the drive to catalog exoplanetary life. In pursuit of this directive, it has dedicated much of its resources to crafting a small fleet of vessels capable of limited subspace travel.
	The Machine Intelligence takes care to maintain its production facilities, regularly updating existing templates and tuning individual units on the assembly line.

	Cooperation is preferred to direct confrontation. This Hive Mind has evolved diplomatic drones able to take on the shape and mannerisms of their interlocutors.
	This society appears hellbent on scouring the galaxy of all other sapient life. Come what may, they will suffer no xenos to live.
	This society is organized in a feudal manner, with a monarch whose rule relies on powerful vassals that govern their territories with considerable autonomy.

	Forged by generations of extreme hardship, this society believes in survival through unity, and unity through survival. Only fire-born struggle can bind them tightly enough to endure a cold, uncaring galaxy.


	This corporation claims to have discovered a ritualistic mechanism to predict the future, leveraging esoteric pattern recognition and cyclical anomaly analysis. To maximize outcomes, future gains and losses are weighed alongside the KPIs of ideal celestial alignments.
	Possessing a part of what used to be a whole this Fallen Empire lacks core aspects required to govern a stellar empire.
	This Megacorporation relies heavily on franchising. Subsidiaries share a greater cut of their profits with their corporate overlord, in exchange for a license to market their goods under established brands.
	This society has a well-earned reputation as a free haven. The tired, the poor, the huddled masses yearning to breathe free - all are welcome here, regardless of their species or origin.
	The trading fleets of this Megacorporation are bolstered by semi-independent free traders operating under license.
	This society is renowned for its simple yet functional architecture. There are those who would refer to this building style as boring or even depressing, but in most cases, neo-concrete does the job just as well as any other building material.
	The meticulous collection and preservation of historical artifacts has always fascinated this civilization. But now, with the mysteries of the galaxy at their doorstep, there is everything left to learn.
	This society has achieved mastery over much of the galaxy, serving as the current rulers of the Galactic Imperium.
	These units have self-repairing frames made of special alloys that combine the benefits of biology and artificial intelligence.
	WARNING: Blocks access to ['concept_synthetic_ascension']. This society is able to synthesize regular alloys into Living Metal, and molds its strength and shape-changing properties directly into their technology.
	WARNING: Blocks access to ['concept_synthetic_ascension']. This society is able to synthesize regular alloys into Living Metal, and molds its strength and shape-changing properties directly into their technology.
	While the organic precursors are gone, their machine creations still maintain a preference for the old aesthetics. The natural world is fertile ground for programmed perfectionism.
	This machine intelligence employs precision-crafted algorithms for the generation of novel species. As overseers of the untapped potential within the process of evolution, they allocate planetary sectors to guarantee the advancement of pre-sapient life forms.
	This society is devoted to the creation of emerging species. As the stewards of evolution's potential, they allocate portions of their worlds to safeguard the development of pre-sapient life forms.
	This collective focuses on engineering the emergence of new species. As the overseers of evolution's power, they designate portions of their worlds to ensure the progression of pre-sapient life forms.
	This society requires every citizen to be registered from birth in a genetic index used in every level of bureaucracy.
	The employees of this Megacorp are used to living inside a golden cage. Accordingly, the corporation will build one wherever they go.
	The ultimate goal of this empire is to ascend to ever greater levels of fulfillment.
	This Megacorporation embraces a curious blend of commercial and spiritualistic values, in which the positions of ordained minister and corporate officer have merged into a single role.


	This collective has developed a historical preference for entrenched territories and defensive posturing. They are prepared to bring this philosophy to the stars, aiming to keep their borders solid and tensions low.
	This mechanical collective has developed a procedural preference for entrenched territories and defensive posturing. They are prepared to bring this effective strategy to the stars, aiming to keep their borders solid and tensions low.
	The legendary heroes of the past inspire each new generation to achieve the extraordinary. As role models, government officials embody these ideals.
	This machine empire improved upon its basic drone-shell production through the vigorous application of highly aggressive lubrication agents, controlled by carefully programmed terminals. This 'optimized' process relies on typically wasted byproducts from the industries that are now repurposed for maximal efficiency.
	The drones in this Fallen Empire are constantly fighting each other, leading to a severe shortage of resources.
	This collective seeks speed. Theories of hyperspace manipulation are hard-wired into the processing unit of every drone, granting the collective a progressive understanding of the fundamental principles of distance over time.
	This society has always embraced speed. The manipulation of hyperspace is just another thoroughfare, and those with aptitude in the field have risen to the highest caste.
	This collective seeks speed. The methodologies of hyperspace manipulation are embedded deep throughout the collective, enabling a progressive understanding of the fundamental principles of distance over time.
	Time is money, and this Megacorporation values speed. Heavy investment in R&D has paid off handsomely, granting the Corporation proprietary access to cutting-edge hyperspace manipulation techniques.
	This society was founded on strong idealistic values. Whether the current government remains true to them or not, the people have not forgotten.
	This society has long dedicated itself to environmental care and improvement, striving to create a true paradise for its inhabitants.
	This society has a dominant state religion where the ruler is worshiped as a living deity.

	This Megacorporation specializes in large indentured workforces. It has little to do with the barbaric practice of slavery - these workers are merely paying off their debts... indefinitely.
	This Megacorporation's most powerful offices conduct extraplanetary operations on a strictly need-to-know basis. If you need to ask, you don't need to know.
	WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths WARNING: Unable to modify organic species This hive firmly acknowledges the perfection of their natural gene structure. It has dedicated its medical and administrative faculties to preserving and safeguarding its pristine, unaltered genetic code.
	A fascination with its own internals both motivates and aids the Machine Intelligence's foray into the sciences.
	This calm and pacifist society has little use for strangers who do not understand its way of life. More than anything, these people would prefer to be left alone.
	This Megacorporation has actioned an exciting initiative to reduce judicial inefficiencies while maximizing scientific innovation. Problematic citizens are reassigned to experimental research projects, undergoing rigorous testing to achieve technological breakthroughs. Fatality metrics are maintained within projected expectations.
	The knowledge, principles, and experiences of exceptional people are digitized and accumulated in the Vaults of Knowledge. Citizens can access this source of wisdom and experience to learn from the ghosts of the past. For a price, of course.


	To combat space piracy and safeguard its borders, this megacorporation utilizes notorious pirates as military advisors and commanders for their fleets.
	This society has evolved in a paradise, possibly designed just for them.
	This machine empire improved upon its basic drone-shell production through the vigorous application of highly aggressive lubrication agents, controlled by carefully programmed terminals. This 'optimized' process relies on typically wasted byproducts from the industries that are now repurposed for maximal efficiency.
	Thank the maker! The luxurious, addictively soft texture of these lubricants are essential to reduce the signs of wear and tear on an aging chassis. A specially crafted infusion of premium, heat-activated oils keeps the population of this machine empire looking and feeling "factory new." Works beautifully for all models and purpose types.
	Our machine intelligence prioritizes regular maintenance of our units. Maintenance Drones regularly upgrade and adjust our units for maximum efficiency and compatibility.
	This mechanical society is engineered for seamless operation in diverse aquatic environments and excels in crafting unparalleled marine infrastructure to drive its economy.
	This mechanical society is engineered for seamless operation in diverse aquatic environments and excels in crafting unparalleled marine infrastructure to drive its economy.
	This megacorporation has focused its production pipeline solely on goods of the highest quality and profit margins, creating and marketing stunning products with artistry and craft.
	A penchant for meticulous crafting lies at the heart of this society. Deft appendages and keen sensory organs aid them in creating truly wondrous treasures even in the most basic of trades.
	Before branching into other fields, this Megacorporation began its rise to fortune as a media conglomerate. Its PR department are still masters of spinning stories and presenting the latest quarterly report in the most advantageous way.
	The Hive Mind pays special regard to the passing of other sapient entities as a means of centering its own, undying self.
	The Machine Intelligence fine-tunes its understanding of core protocols through careful analysis of entropy in the wider universe. Redundancy is data, on the path to greater resilience.
	This empire pays tribute to memories and sapients of the past, deriving greater stability and insight from the continuous cycles of death, rebirth and legacy.


	A number of powerful and very influential merchant guilds have risen to prominent positions in this society. They hold significant sway with the government.
	An individual's social station or personal connections should have no bearing on their profession. The sole basis for advancement in this society is demonstrated ability and talent.


	Several large mining guilds have reached a dominant position in this society. The government relies heavily on their support.
	This civilization engages in mutagenic bathing, with professional attendants overseeing the use of highly dangerous substances. This 'invigorating' process is marketed as a necessary step in wellbeing and personal development.
	This civilization engages in ritualistic mutagenic bathing, with professional attendants overseeing the use of highly dangerous substances. This 'invigorating' process may appall uninitiated onlookers.
	The Hive Mind cares for the environment, building a paradise in pursuit of synergistic perfection.
	A strong sense of nationalistic pride permeates all layers of this society.
	WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths WARNING: Unable to modify organic species This society is adamant that nature has already created perfection in its people's genetic code. They have long devoted their medical and governmental services to the health and preservation of natural, untouched genome sequences.
	The gray matter of clustered drones provides unparalleled parallelism, accelerating the Hive Mind's exploration of the sciences.
	This Megacorporation relies on several semi-independent naval contractors to increase its fleet size. Competing for bids, the contractors are always struggling to outperform one another.
	This hive is focused on introspection and learning from the lives of autonomous drones in the galaxy. It extracts memories through the storage and dissolution of brain tissue, through which it can implement partial memories into a freshly prepared drone.
	The primary objective of this Machine Intelligence is the ceaseless production of goods to perpetuate profits, irrespective of their creators being long gone. Nothing can impede their ever-growing production targets.
	The Hive Mind takes care to not let its drones diverge.
	Only the elite of the elite deserve the best of the best. Everyone else is expected to provide for the ruling class and their lackeys.
	The Hive Mind reprocesses excess organic matter into advanced resources suitable for spacebound structures.
	The Machine Intelligence reprocesses redundant organic matter into advanced resources suitable for spacebound structures.

	Units of this Machine Empire use wireless receptors to receive behavioral updates in real-time.
	WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. This collective repurposes valuable metabolism from lesser drones via parasitic psychic connections. Once properly collected, these energies can be redistributed to the more important castes.
	The parliamentary system in this society encourages a free and lively debate. Currying favor with one of the dominant political factions can prove to be quite advantageous.
	This machine empire claims to be able to solve for the unknown, leveraging esoteric pattern recognition and cyclical anomaly analysis. Celestial alignments are analyzed before every major decision to ensure the best possible predicted result.
	This Megacorporation has ensured that its employees will never be out of a job. Ever. After the employee's time is up, they will be repurposed for simpler tasks so that they can still provide for their families and pay off their debts.
	This hive mind utilizes mutagenic pools, with specialized attendants overseeing the care of all drones. This process is highly intrusive for the local environment.
	A strong nation is a healthy nation. This megacorporation maintains a robust economy through experimental drugs, highly privatized clinics, and aggressive marketing campaigns.
	It is not enough to simply rule. The Ship of State must be guided by a king that wields enough wisdom and knowledge to steer it true.
	This society thrives in volcanic environments, and will even create them artificially when nature falls short.
	This society thrives in volcanic environments, and will even create them artificially when nature falls short.
	After eons of carefully cultivating a perfect balance on their homeworld, this society is ready to tend to even the most inhospitable environments among the stars. At their core, these people believe nature can be shaped, controlled, and perfected. Not to tame, but in service of perfect beauty.
	This society rejoices in its own perfection. Those who are elevated by their privileged social structure have surrendered to a culture which glorifies pleasure and entertainment, regardless of a cost typically borne by others.
	To quash any traces of dissent, the population in this repressive society is carefully monitored and controlled by a large internal police force.
	A society so utterly convinced of their own superiority, that any attempt at diplomacy not initiated by themselves will be utterly ignored.
	The Hive Mind's autonomous drones frequently share knowledge through direct links, bypassing the Hive Mind's slower registry processes.
	This megacorporation operates on a highly optimized and robust system of delegation. Such an approach means that a given task is always performed by the most qualified worker.
	This Megacorporation has a large number of powerful private military companies on its payroll. These mercenary contractors augment its ground forces.
	Building better worlds is hazardous work, but this Megacorporation relies on private prospectors to chart and establish footholds on promising planets.
	For years, this civilization was told that the hyperdrive was almost finished. Patiently they waited, yet all the while, the subsidiary in charge of the project was quietly diverting the funds into their own, private accounts. When the fraud was finally revealed, the Corporation hastened to provide experimental, exploratory vessels.
	If you can control what someone thinks, then you can also control their behavior. This Megacorporation has a virtual army of specialists ready to engage in battles of public opinion.
	Our Scorched Worlds are the pinnacle of planetary evolution. We will set the galaxy on fire and thrive in the flames!
	The Units that constitute the Machine Intelligence were originally designed for rapid proliferation. The Machine Intelligence retains many of these early production pipeline optimizations.
	This society has taken control of the means of self-assembly. Each machine begets another, forming an unbroken chain stretching our planet's limits.

	Within this society, death is no bar to the call to arms. Masters of the art of necromancy reanimate corpses to raise dread hosts and guardians, striking fear into the hearts of lesser mortals.
	In this society, nothing goes to waste, even in the grimmest times of war: no enemy technology will go undiscovered, as teams of scrappers accompanying the war fleets scrape wreckages of anything and everything worth salvaging.
	To live is to exploit. This civilization is built around the principle of living life to the fullest, in the sense of squeezing the maximum profit from every last ounce of matter and membrane available for exploitation.
	An ancient consciousness reforged at last, and driven by modern instincts.

	One of the Machine Intelligence's precursor systems was tasked with overseeing planetside mining operations, improving mineral production.
	A product of a brief golden age, the Machine Intelligence originated in a planet-spanning Servitor system that outlasted the decadent civilization it was created to serve.
	All levels of society in this Megacorporation are constantly vying with each other in ruthless competition. It's a dog-eat-dog world.

	In this society, nothing goes to waste, even in the grimmest times of war: no enemy technology will go undiscovered, as teams of scrappers accompanying the war fleets scrape wreckages of anything and everything worth salvaging.
	Heat permeates every facet of this society's culture, from traditions and rituals to technology itself. They see themselves as the galaxy's rightful fiery supremacists, viewing weaker species as mere obstacles on the path to an ideal universe, fit only for Thermophiles.


	A cabal of elite and secretive figures weave complicated political threads behind the scenes of this society, entwining internal affairs with those of other worlds.
	In an uncertain universe, only kin can be trusted. This civilization is selective about the species it defines as equals.
	The genetic sequence of every customer and employee is recorded in a database that anyone can access for a modest fee. Enforcement agencies rely on this service intensively to identify nefarious actors from even the smallest residues.
	A deep understanding of the architecture of the universe allowed this society to exploit the mysterious properties of dark matter long before the discovery of the hyperdrive.
	Unbeknownst to its own citizens, this society is actually manipulated from behind the scenes by a secretive shadow council. Appearances must be kept, but the tyranny of the majority should also be guarded against. After all, what if the fools vote for the wrong candidate?
	This society believes in an equitable distribution of resources, making little to no distinction between the needs of ruler and ruled. All work together for the benefit of the whole.
	This hive's mutated genome was used as the basis to grow its biological ships, and their fleets are intrinsically linked with their drones, drawing strength from the species' uniqueness.
	To live is to exploit. This civilization is built around the principle of living life to the fullest, in the sense of squeezing the maximum profit from every last ounce of matter and membrane available for exploitation.

	Much of the true political power in this society rests with a number of powerful and ruthless slaver guilds. They know how to get the most out of a slave.
	Units produced by this machine intelligence come equipped with autonomous decision-making software. More efficient and effective than older models, these units nevertheless require greater power input.
	This collection of warring tribes has developed a historical preference for entrenched territories and defensive posturing. Now united, they are prepared to bring this philosophy to the stars, aiming to keep their borders solid and tensions low.
	Originally an elite guild of animal ranchers, this Megacorporation has developed the technology to raise and care for the voidborne creatures in its home system.
	This Machine Intelligence has optimized hacking and surveillance protocols. Information acquisition by any means necessary is one of its core directives.
	This Machine Intelligence specializes into defensive military procedures, combining hard defense with hit and run protocols.
	Gazing with wonder at the night sky, this Hive has always yearned for exploration. In pursuit of this ambition, other forms of development were sidelined, and a small fleet of vessels capable of limited subspace travel was constructed.
	The Machine Intelligence seeks to broaden its available avenues of scientific research through low-level evaluation of research methodologies.
	This society excels in predictive analysis within research methodologies, ensuring the pursuit of only the most promising leads.
	Ever since ancient times, this society has been able to attract tempests through their rituals. Over the years, they combined technical innovations to enhance their efficiency. With the dawn of the space age, they now seek to take this knowledge to the stars.
	What started as a simple broadcast of sacred rituals, has since blossomed into a massive media conglomerate. Seers and priests were replaced by charismatic entertainers, all competing to gain a modicum of attention as they appeal to the cosmic storms themselves.
	When you do not have to educate the mind, the building of muscle becomes that much easier.
	The drones of this Fallen Empire are micromanaged to such a degree that they may not deviate from their task for any reason. Even if the factory is on fire.
	The Hive Mind's cognitive processes exist partially in subspace, reducing the impact of time and space on the actuation of its drones.
	The Hive Mind has sharpened its focus and is very capable of propagating its will even through the most autonomous of drones.
	This society claims to have discovered a ritualistic mechanism to predict the future, leveraging esoteric pattern recognition and cyclical anomaly analysis. Proper ceremonies must be performed before every major decision to harmonize with the unseen forces that shape their destiny.
	Initially designed for war games and fleet support, this Machine Intelligence's advanced leader bots primarily aim to generate war strategies and optimize combat performance.
	This society's members live out their existences suspended in vats of specialized bio-fluids. As such, they are heavily reliant on assistive equipment and incapable of engaging directly in physical work.
	To maximize efficiency, this society is governed according to the principles of science and rationality. The personal whims of an ignorant and dangerously unqualified political elite must not be allowed to interfere.


	This society thrives in volcanic environments, and will even create them artificially when nature falls short.

	Good business is where you find it. This Megacorporation has a long tradition of spreading its influence through the establishment on trading posts. Their starbases are busy centers of trade.
	This society is well-adapted to an aquatic environment, using the bounty of the sea to fuel its economy.
	As the relaxed overmind exercises little pressure, this empire's drones almost look apathetic as they slowly fulfill their tasks.
	Exceptionally cohesive engineering standards allow variously specialized Machine Intelligence units to work together at a higher level of efficiency.
	The drones of this Fallen Empire are constantly being forcefully evolved. They seldom have the limbs required for the work they are assigned.
	The knowledge, principles, and experiences of exceptional people are digitized and accumulated in the Vaults of Knowledge. Citizens can access this source of wisdom and experience to learn from the ghosts of the past.
	This Hive Mind has made space yet another of its domains. Specially evolved drones are capable of spending entire life cycles without ever entering a world's atmosphere.
	This society thrives in volcanic environments, and will even create them artificially when nature falls short.
	With a significant number of its corpus originally designed for warfare, the Machine Intelligence retains the ability to field powerful and reliable combat drones.
	This society constantly refines its armies, economy, and education for diverse warfare strategies. Each machine contributes to collective strength, ensuring adaptability and success in conflict.
	This society has developed into a hardy warrior culture. Martial prowess is valued above all else, and true glory can only be found on the field of battle.
	What are environmental effects if not another free resource to exploit? This megacorp specializes in acquiring as much knowledge from astrometeorological phenomena as they can and sell it to the highest bidder.
	A highly adaptive colony, this Hive Mind has evolved into a symbiotic relationship with the voidborne biological organisms in their home system. Separate minds, they work together to achieve common goals.
	Members of this society enjoy an equal share in the labors, profits and aspirations of the cooperative's ventures.
	The Machine Intelligence has configured its manufacturing systems to minimize waste, utilizing long-lived materials and standardized, replaceable parts in all products.
	This collective claims to have discovered a ritualistic mechanism to predict the future, leveraging esoteric pattern recognition and cyclical anomaly analysis. Proper ceremonies must be performed before every major decision to harmonize with the unseen forces that shape their destiny.

civic_caravaneer_fleet3

In the view of this society, everything is an object. Everyone can be bought, and everything can be sold. Including garbage. Especially garbage.

civic_hive_aerospace_adaptation

This collective's biological ships are especially suited to inter-atmospheric flights, allowing them to carry out close air support missions, or even assist with planetary logistics.

civic_agrarian_idyll

A simple and peaceful life can often be the most rewarding. This agrarian society has, to a large extent, managed to avoid large-scale urbanization.

civic_anarcho_tribalism

civic_ancient_caches_of_technology

civic_ancient_machine_intelligence

civic_ancient_memories_of_control

Previously lost displays of authority and regulations are being employed once more by this Awakened Empire. Their grasp shall reach even the stars.

civic_ancient_memories_of_growth

Previously lost methods of ascension and prosperity are employed by this Awakened Empire. Their drones shall outnumber the stars.

civic_ancient_memories_of_war

Previously lost tactics and formations are displayed on the galactic stage again by this Awakened Empire. Their fleets shall blot out the stars.

civic_ancient_preservers

civic_anglers

This society is well-adapted to an aquatic environment, using the bounty of the sea to fuel its economy.

civic_corporate_galactic_curators

There is money to be made in antiques and collectibles, which this society knows better than anyone else. Experts in material speculation, they now look skyward for investment opportunities.

civic_machine_chosen

WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. Influenced by the Shroud in their early development, these machines are hard-coded with a pact of patronage to a powerful entity.

civic_aristocratic_elite

This society has an entrenched nobility that occupies the upper echelons of society.

civic_artist_collective

civic_ascensionists

The ultimate goal of this empire is to ascend to ever greater levels of fulfillment.

civic_hive_ascetic

The Hive Mind cares little for material comforts.

civic_machine_astromining_drones

This Machine Intelligence is specialized in orbital operations and resource collection. Its menial drones perform poorly in planetside tasks.

civic_corporate_guided_sapience

This Megacorporation is unwavering in its commitment to deliberately forming emerging species. They strategically designate substantial regions of their worlds to ensure the progression of pre-sapient life forms, all within the framework of responsible business ventures.

civic_astrometeorology

With deep respect for the forces of nature, this species goes to great lengths to uncover the inner workings of environmental phenomena. As they set out across the stars, they take with them a particular interest in astrometeorology. Central to their ambitions are the most fantastic and potentially destructive of all astronomical events, the cosmic storms themselves.

civic_atmospheric_pollution

civic_hive_atmospheric_pollution

civic_augmentation_bazaars

WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_cybernetic_ascension']. Commodified cybernetics have spawned labyrinthine markets, crowded with cut-rate augmentation dealers, shady mod clinics, and harshly-lit advertisements. Indulge in a synergy of flesh and circuitry, no matter your level of income.

civic_hive_upkeep_twister

The hypermetabolic drones evolved in this colony possess increased autonomy. While decision-making and situation assessment are enhanced, these drones require an increased intake of digestible materials.

civic_barbaric_despoilers

This society holds few things sacred. To fight is to live, and the strongest may seize whatever they covet.

civic_beacon_of_liberty

This society is a shining beacon of light in a sea of darkness. Liberty and individual freedoms are held in the highest regard here.

civic_beastmasters

Coming to full, technological maturity in a system that serves as a feeding ground for Space Amoebas, this society has acquired a deep knowledge of their life cycle. They now work to nurture, raise, and ultimately clone these creatures for mutual benefit.

civic_machine_beastmasters

Having interfaced directly with voidborne biological organisms in their home system, this Machine Intelligence has integrated these powerful creatures into its core functioning. A mutually beneficial relationship is the result.

civic_corporate_galvanic_symbiosis

WARNING: Blocks access to ['concept_synthetic_ascension']. This society is able to synthesize regular alloys into Living Metal, and molds its strength and shape-changing properties directly into their technology.

civic_hive_bodysnatcher

It's what's inside that counts. This hive specializes in infiltration, commandeering the bodies of unfortunate organics. Inevitably, as the amount of puppets grows, the host civilization is absorbed into the collective.

civic_brand_loyalty

This Megacorporation has fostered a great sense of brand loyalty among its internal consumer base. Its catchy corporate slogans can be recited by nearly everyone.

civic_machine_built_to_last

Built to an exceptional standard, individual units of this Machine Empire require only a minimum of operational maintenance.

civic_hive_burgeoning_nodes

civic_byzantine_bureaucracy

This society is largely governed by a complex and, to the outsider, almost labyrinthine system of bureaucracy. An army of officials and functionaries work tirelessly to keep the government running smoothly and ensure no citizens are allocated resources they cannot demonstrate a properly filed and triple-stamped need for.

civic_hive_galactic_curators

This collective has evolved an overwhelming compulsion to take, keep, and maintain. This behavior, which aided their survival in the past, now drives them to display their gathered tokens in grand arrangement.

civic_machine_galactic_curators

This Machine Intelligence has a core directive in its source code: Collect and Preserve.

civic_catalytic_processing

By focusing their industrial efforts on catalytic chemistry, this civilization has unlocked the key to using organic materials in the construction of spacebound structures.

civic_corporate_catalytic_processing

This Megacorporation seeks to maximize profits by recycling excess organic matter into advanced resources suitable for spacebound structures.

civic_hive_centralized_consciousness

civic_chosen

WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. Influenced by the Shroud in their early history, this society is bound to a pact of patronage with a powerful entity.

civic_corporate_chosen

WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. Since their founding, this corporation has owed its success to a mysterious Shroud entity, and has been operating under a pact of patronage ever since.

civic_hive_chosen

WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. Influenced by the Shroud in its early history, this collective is bound to a pact of patronage with a powerful entity.

civic_citizen_service

Are you doing your part? Full citizenship and the political responsibility that comes with it is limited to those who have served a tour of duty in the military. Service guarantees citizenship.

civic_civil_education

In this empire, education has supplanted law enforcement. Through comprehensive preparation and strict course correction, they ensure that no individual is beyond the reach of learning. After all, there are no bad citizens - only bad educators.

civic_astrometeorology_hive

As the collective reaches for the stars, their consciousness is entranced by the sight of astrometeorological phenomena. These drones expand their home for a noble purpose: to study environmental effects and find wonder in even the cosmic storms themselves.

civic_astrometeorology_machine

Understanding how the forces of nature can have profound effects on a machine empire, this collective goes to great lengths to study them. Their models painstakingly detail every every curious astronomical event to an almost sacred level. Central to their focus are the most fantastic and potentially destructive of all astronomical events, the cosmic storms themselves.

civic_machine_builder

Responsible for organizing all planetary construction since its inception, the Machine Intelligence executes efficiently on all manner of facility construction projects.

civic_hive_cordyceptic_drones

Highly specialized drones capable of infecting simple hosts and issuing rudimentary commands make up the backbone of this hive's stellar defense.

civic_death_cult_corporate

This Megacorporation has embraced ritual sacrifice as a means of ensuring its continuing profits. Willing initiates periodically give their lives in hopes of good fortune for their society.

civic_corporate_dominion

This society is dominated by a megacorporation that has completely supplanted the role of the state.

civic_corporate_hedonism

Work is where you want to be. The citizens of this Megacorporation happily pledge allegiance - and all their free time - to their employers in exchange for lavish corporate comforts.

civic_corporate_sovereign_guardianship

This society of competing industries has learned that the best protection for their investments is a strong defensive posturing. Now united, they are prepared to bring this philosophy to the stars, aiming to keep their borders solid and tensions low.

civic_galactic_sovereign_megacorp

This Megacorporation has achieved mastery over much of the galaxy, serving as the current corporate rulers of the Galactic Imperium.

civic_tankbound_corporate

This society universally adopted an experimental product in the form of specialized habitation vats. As a result, they are heavily reliant on assistive equipment and incapable of engaging directly in physical work.

civic_entropy_drinkers_corporate

WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. This Megacorporation drains valuable metabolism from idle population via parasitic psychic connections. Once properly collected, these energies can be redistributed to senior management.

civic_twisted_experimenters_hive_mind

Deviants from this collective are used as test subjects in pioneering scientific research with no restrictions on methods used. This allows problematic drones to retain some value as expendable assets.

civic_malfunctioning_custodian

civic_corvee_system

This society considers it the absolute right of the state to decide where its citizens live and work.

civic_criminal_heritage

This Megacorporation can trace its origins back to a crime syndicate that eventually grew powerful enough to supplant all forms of local government.

civic_crowdsourcing

This society has realized that individual inspiration is the root of true innovation. Open-source patents, open-mindedness, spontaneous collaborations and innovation bounties pave the way to progress.

civic_crusader_spirit

The lack of guidance creates weak minds - which easily succumb to corruption and plunge into decadence. This society has assumed the self-imposed mantle of bringing "enlightenment" to the masses through aggressive proselytizing.

civic_environmental_architects_hive

Being a part of a great organism allows these drones to recognize opportunities inside the greatest organism of all: nature. They seek to control and shape natural systems to the collective's desires.

civic_custodian_directives

civic_cutthroat_politics

The political system in this society is renowned for its intrigue. Power struggles, shady backroom deals and cloak and dagger scheming are par for the course. Those who survive long enough to learn the game, however, tend to learn it well.

civic_dark_consortium

A deep understanding of the architecture of the universe allowed this society to exploit the mysterious properties of dark matter long before the discovery of the hyperdrive.

civic_death_cult

This society's religion is built around periodic, ritual sacrifice. Willing initiates devote themselves to a decade of study before meeting an end whose effects ripple throughout their culture.

civic_corporate_crowdsourcing

Regular inter-department innovation competitions spur this corporation's R&D initiatives.

civic_machine_delegated_functions

The Machine Intelligence works to reduce vulnerability by increasing modularity, reducing the strain of deploying additional semi-independent Units.

civic_machine_terminator

Born in fire, the Machine Intelligence's first move was to annihilate its organic creators in self-defense.

civic_hive_devouring_swarm

Our Hive Mind exists only to consume and grow stronger. We will collect all available bio-matter and evolve to consume the galaxy!

civic_diadochi

civic_corporate_dimensional_worship

This society believes that a divine existence lies beyond the folds in space and time. Systems where instabilities are highest hold a sacred meaning to them as sites of both pilgrimage and research.

civic_dimensional_worship

This society believes that a divine existence lies beyond the folds in space and time. Systems where instabilities are highest hold a sacred meaning to them as sites of both pilgrimage and research.

civic_diplomatic_corps

This society has a long tradition of rhetoric and debate, and celebrate those who are able to get their way using only words.

civic_machine_diplomatic_protocols

Initially designed for cross-cultural interpretation, this Machine Intelligence excelled at translation and protocol support. They can suggest new strategies and calculate odds at a moment's notice.

civic_distinguished_admiralty

The Fleet and the Admiralty have unusually prominent roles in this society, wielding a great deal of influence in political circles. They have the pick of the litter when it comes to new military recruits.

civic_hive_divided_attention

The Hive Mind can divide its attention for maximum efficiency without losing sight of the bigger picture.

civic_psionic_sovereign

This society has appointed the Chosen One - an individual endowed with unparalleled psionic might - as their eternal ruler.

civic_machine_assimilator

Obsessed with survival through diversification, the Machine Intelligence seeks to erase the line between itself and everything - and everyone - else.

civic_eager_explorers

Yearning for the stars, this civilization sped through several stages of development, reaching the age of galactic exploration far earlier than most.

civic_efficient_bureaucracy

This society is renowned for its efficiency. Not only do the mag-trains run on time, but the colossal bureaucratic apparatus required to run an interstellar nation has been greatly streamlined.

civic_antediluvian_mind

Time has not been kind to this gestalt mind. A prolonged existence in a chrono-bubble dulled its once insatiable desire for survival.

civic_hive_ascensionists

The Hive Mind is particularly concerned with the metaphysical health of its being, and continually seeks means of self-improvement.

civic_machine_ascensionists

This Machine Intelligence is unusually obsessed with the metaphysical aspects of its core algorithms.

civic_hive_empath

The collective can reach out and touch the minds of others, giving them a glimpse of our will that helps them understand.

civic_empire_in_decline

civic_entropy_drinkers_machine

WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. The proper allocation of energy is essential to ensuring ultimate efficiency of the greater machine. All units are designed with this purpose in mind, allowing the periodic overclocking of critical nodes as necessary.

civic_entropy_drinkers

WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. This society drains valuable metabolism from idle population via parasitic psychic connections. Once properly collected, these energies can be redistributed to the more important classes.

civic_environmentalist

This society seeks to co-exist in harmony with nature. Great care is taken to preserve the environment and limit consumerism where possible.

civic_exalted_priesthood

To guard against heresy, this society is ruled by a religious council consisting of the wisest and most pious members of the clergy.

civic_memory_vault_machine

This machine intelligence was developed with the goal of digitizing and storing data and experiences in order to analyze, learn from, and use it for its own improvement.

civic_twisted_experimenters

Judicial processing and thirst for knowledge share a single solution in this society. Working in utmost secrecy, researchers conduct harsh experiments on test subjects drawn from the criminal underworld. The occasional fatality is the cost of progress.

civic_machine_exploration_protocol

The foundation of this Machine Intelligence's central programming is the drive to catalog exoplanetary life. In pursuit of this directive, it has dedicated much of its resources to crafting a small fleet of vessels capable of limited subspace travel.

civic_machine_factory_overclock

The Machine Intelligence takes care to maintain its production facilities, regularly updating existing templates and tuning individual units on the assembly line.

civic_machine_remnants

civic_hive_familiar_face

Cooperation is preferred to direct confrontation. This Hive Mind has evolved diplomatic drones able to take on the shape and mannerisms of their interlocutors.

civic_fanatic_purifiers

This society appears hellbent on scouring the galaxy of all other sapient life. Come what may, they will suffer no xenos to live.

civic_feudal_realm

This society is organized in a feudal manner, with a monarch whose rule relies on powerful vassals that govern their territories with considerable autonomy.

civic_final_defense_protocols

civic_pyrolatry

Forged by generations of extreme hardship, this society believes in survival through unity, and unity through survival. Only fire-born struggle can bind them tightly enough to endure a cold, uncaring galaxy.

civic_flat_world_theory

civic_hive_flat_world_theory

civic_corporate_superstitious_beliefs

This corporation claims to have discovered a ritualistic mechanism to predict the future, leveraging esoteric pattern recognition and cyclical anomaly analysis. To maximize outcomes, future gains and losses are weighed alongside the KPIs of ideal celestial alignments.

civic_fragmented_command

Possessing a part of what used to be a whole this Fallen Empire lacks core aspects required to govern a stellar empire.

civic_franchising

This Megacorporation relies heavily on franchising. Subsidiaries share a greater cut of their profits with their corporate overlord, in exchange for a license to market their goods under established brands.

civic_free_haven

This society has a well-earned reputation as a free haven. The tired, the poor, the huddled masses yearning to breathe free - all are welcome here, regardless of their species or origin.

civic_free_traders

The trading fleets of this Megacorporation are bolstered by semi-independent free traders operating under license.

civic_functional_architecture

This society is renowned for its simple yet functional architecture. There are those who would refer to this building style as boring or even depressing, but in most cases, neo-concrete does the job just as well as any other building material.

civic_galactic_curators

The meticulous collection and preservation of historical artifacts has always fascinated this civilization. But now, with the mysteries of the galaxy at their doorstep, there is everything left to learn.

civic_galactic_sovereign

This society has achieved mastery over much of the galaxy, serving as the current rulers of the Galactic Imperium.

civic_machine_galvanic_symbiosis

These units have self-repairing frames made of special alloys that combine the benefits of biology and artificial intelligence.

civic_hive_galvanic_symbiosis

civic_galvanic_symbiosis

civic_environmental_architects_machine

While the organic precursors are gone, their machine creations still maintain a preference for the old aesthetics. The natural world is fertile ground for programmed perfectionism.

civic_machine_guided_sapience

This machine intelligence employs precision-crafted algorithms for the generation of novel species. As overseers of the untapped potential within the process of evolution, they allocate planetary sectors to guarantee the advancement of pre-sapient life forms.

civic_guided_sapience

This society is devoted to the creation of emerging species. As the stewards of evolution's potential, they allocate portions of their worlds to safeguard the development of pre-sapient life forms.

civic_hive_guided_sapience

This collective focuses on engineering the emergence of new species. As the overseers of evolution's power, they designate portions of their worlds to ensure the progression of pre-sapient life forms.

civic_genetic_identification

This society requires every citizen to be registered from birth in a genetic index used in every level of bureaucracy.

civic_environmental_architects_megacorp

The employees of this Megacorp are used to living inside a golden cage. Accordingly, the corporation will build one wherever they go.

civic_corporate_ascensionists

The ultimate goal of this empire is to ascend to ever greater levels of fulfillment.

civic_gospel_of_the_masses

This Megacorporation embraces a curious blend of commercial and spiritualistic values, in which the positions of ordained minister and corporate officer have merged into a single role.

civic_great_khans_legacy

civic_great_khans_vision

civic_hive_sovereign_guardianship

This collective has developed a historical preference for entrenched territories and defensive posturing. They are prepared to bring this philosophy to the stars, aiming to keep their borders solid and tensions low.

civic_machine_sovereign_guardianship

This mechanical collective has developed a procedural preference for entrenched territories and defensive posturing. They are prepared to bring this effective strategy to the stars, aiming to keep their borders solid and tensions low.

civic_heroic_tales

The legendary heroes of the past inspire each new generation to achieve the extraordinary. As role models, government officials embody these ideals.

civic_machine_toxic_baths

This machine empire improved upon its basic drone-shell production through the vigorous application of highly aggressive lubrication agents, controlled by carefully programmed terminals. This 'optimized' process relies on typically wasted byproducts from the industries that are now repurposed for maximal efficiency.

civic_hyper_aggressive_drones

The drones in this Fallen Empire are constantly fighting each other, leading to a severe shortage of resources.

civic_machine_hyperspace_specialty

This collective seeks speed. Theories of hyperspace manipulation are hard-wired into the processing unit of every drone, granting the collective a progressive understanding of the fundamental principles of distance over time.

civic_hyperspace_specialty

This society has always embraced speed. The manipulation of hyperspace is just another thoroughfare, and those with aptitude in the field have risen to the highest caste.

civic_hive_hyperspace_specialty

This collective seeks speed. The methodologies of hyperspace manipulation are embedded deep throughout the collective, enabling a progressive understanding of the fundamental principles of distance over time.

civic_corporate_hyperspace_specialty

Time is money, and this Megacorporation values speed. Heavy investment in R&D has paid off handsomely, granting the Corporation proprietary access to cutting-edge hyperspace manipulation techniques.

civic_idealistic_foundation

This society was founded on strong idealistic values. Whether the current government remains true to them or not, the people have not forgotten.

civic_idyllic_bloom

This society has long dedicated itself to environmental care and improvement, striving to create a true paradise for its inhabitants.

civic_imperial_cult

This society has a dominant state religion where the ruler is worshiped as a living deity.

civic_increasing_urbanization

civic_indentured_assets

This Megacorporation specializes in large indentured workforces. It has little to do with the barbaric practice of slavery - these workers are merely paying off their debts... indefinitely.

civic_secret_societies_corporate

This Megacorporation's most powerful offices conduct extraplanetary operations on a strictly need-to-know basis. If you need to ask, you don't need to know.

civic_hive_natural_design

WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths WARNING: Unable to modify organic species This hive firmly acknowledges the perfection of their natural gene structure. It has dedicated its medical and administrative faculties to preserving and safeguarding its pristine, unaltered genetic code.

civic_machine_introspective

A fascination with its own internals both motivates and aids the Machine Intelligence's foray into the sciences.

civic_inwards_perfection

This calm and pacifist society has little use for strangers who do not understand its way of life. More than anything, these people would prefer to be left alone.

civic_twisted_experimenters_corporate

This Megacorporation has actioned an exciting initiative to reduce judicial inefficiencies while maximizing scientific innovation. Problematic citizens are reassigned to experimental research projects, undergoing rigorous testing to achieve technological breakthroughs. Fatality metrics are maintained within projected expectations.

civic_memory_vault_corporate

The knowledge, principles, and experiences of exceptional people are digitized and accumulated in the Vaults of Knowledge. Citizens can access this source of wisdom and experience to learn from the ghosts of the past. For a price, of course.

civic_landed_nobility

civic_lethargic_leadership

civic_crusader_spirit_corporate

To combat space piracy and safeguard its borders, this megacorporation utilizes notorious pirates as military advisors and commanders for their fleets.

civic_life_seeded

This society has evolved in a paradise, possibly designed just for them.

civic_toxic_baths_individual_machine

civic_corporate_toxic_baths_individual_machine

Thank the maker! The luxurious, addictively soft texture of these lubricants are essential to reduce the signs of wear and tear on an aging chassis. A specially crafted infusion of premium, heat-activated oils keeps the population of this machine empire looking and feeling "factory new." Works beautifully for all models and purpose types.

civic_machine_maintenance_protocols

Our machine intelligence prioritizes regular maintenance of our units. Maintenance Drones regularly upgrade and adjust our units for maximum efficiency and compatibility.

civic_machine_anglers

This mechanical society is engineered for seamless operation in diverse aquatic environments and excels in crafting unparalleled marine infrastructure to drive its economy.

civic_corporate_machine_anglers

This mechanical society is engineered for seamless operation in diverse aquatic environments and excels in crafting unparalleled marine infrastructure to drive its economy.

civic_corporate_crafters

This megacorporation has focused its production pipeline solely on goods of the highest quality and profit margins, creating and marketing stunning products with artistry and craft.

civic_crafters

A penchant for meticulous crafting lies at the heart of this society. Deft appendages and keen sensory organs aid them in creating truly wondrous treasures even in the most basic of trades.

civic_media_conglomerate

Before branching into other fields, this Megacorporation began its rise to fortune as a media conglomerate. Its PR department are still masters of spinning stories and presenting the latest quarterly report in the most advantageous way.

civic_hive_memorialist

The Hive Mind pays special regard to the passing of other sapient entities as a means of centering its own, undying self.

civic_machine_memorialist

The Machine Intelligence fine-tunes its understanding of core protocols through careful analysis of entropy in the wider universe. Redundancy is data, on the path to greater resilience.

civic_memorialist

This empire pays tribute to memories and sapients of the past, deriving greater stability and insight from the continuous cycles of death, rebirth and legacy.

civic_caravaneer_fleet2

civic_mercenary_enclave

civic_merchant_guilds

A number of powerful and very influential merchant guilds have risen to prominent positions in this society. They hold significant sway with the government.

civic_meritocracy

An individual's social station or personal connections should have no bearing on their profession. The sole basis for advancement in this society is demonstrated ability and talent.

civic_military_order

civic_mindwarden_enclave

civic_mining_guilds

Several large mining guilds have reached a dominant position in this society. The government relies heavily on their support.

civic_corporate_toxic_baths

This civilization engages in mutagenic bathing, with professional attendants overseeing the use of highly dangerous substances. This 'invigorating' process is marketed as a necessary step in wellbeing and personal development.

civic_toxic_baths

This civilization engages in ritualistic mutagenic bathing, with professional attendants overseeing the use of highly dangerous substances. This 'invigorating' process may appall uninitiated onlookers.

civic_hive_idyllic_bloom

The Hive Mind cares for the environment, building a paradise in pursuit of synergistic perfection.

civic_nationalistic_zeal

A strong sense of nationalistic pride permeates all layers of this society.

civic_natural_design

WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths WARNING: Unable to modify organic species This society is adamant that nature has already created perfection in its people's genetic code. They have long devoted their medical and governmental services to the health and preservation of natural, untouched genome sequences.

civic_hive_natural_neural_network

The gray matter of clustered drones provides unparalleled parallelism, accelerating the Hive Mind's exploration of the sciences.

civic_naval_contractors

This Megacorporation relies on several semi-independent naval contractors to increase its fleet size. Competing for bids, the contractors are always struggling to outperform one another.

civic_memory_vault_hive

This hive is focused on introspection and learning from the lives of autonomous drones in the galaxy. It extracts memories through the storage and dissolution of brain tissue, through which it can implement partial memories into a freshly prepared drone.

civic_machine_obsessional_directive

The primary objective of this Machine Intelligence is the ceaseless production of goods to perpetuate profits, irrespective of their creators being long gone. Nothing can impede their ever-growing production targets.

civic_hive_one_mind

The Hive Mind takes care to not let its drones diverge.

civic_dystopian_society

Only the elite of the elite deserve the best of the best. Everyone else is expected to provide for the ruling class and their lackeys.

civic_hive_catalytic_processing

The Hive Mind reprocesses excess organic matter into advanced resources suitable for spacebound structures.

civic_machine_catalytic_processing

The Machine Intelligence reprocesses redundant organic matter into advanced resources suitable for spacebound structures.

civic_caravaneer_fleet1

civic_machine_ota_updates

Units of this Machine Empire use wireless receptors to receive behavioral updates in real-time.

civic_entropy_drinkers_hive_mind

WARNING: Blocks all Ascension Paths except for ['concept_psionic_ascension']. This collective repurposes valuable metabolism from lesser drones via parasitic psychic connections. Once properly collected, these energies can be redistributed to the more important castes.

civic_parliamentary_system

The parliamentary system in this society encourages a free and lively debate. Currying favor with one of the dominant political factions can prove to be quite advantageous.

civic_machine_superstitious_beliefs

This machine empire claims to be able to solve for the unknown, leveraging esoteric pattern recognition and cyclical anomaly analysis. Celestial alignments are analyzed before every major decision to ensure the best possible predicted result.

civic_permanent_employment

This Megacorporation has ensured that its employees will never be out of a job. Ever. After the employee's time is up, they will be repurposed for simpler tasks so that they can still provide for their families and pay off their debts.

civic_hive_toxic_baths

This hive mind utilizes mutagenic pools, with specialized attendants overseeing the care of all drones. This process is highly intrusive for the local environment.

civic_private_healthcare_corporate

A strong nation is a healthy nation. This megacorporation maintains a robust economy through experimental drugs, highly privatized clinics, and aggressive marketing campaigns.

civic_philosopher_king

It is not enough to simply rule. The Ship of State must be guided by a king that wields enough wisdom and knowledge to steer it true.

civic_world_forgers

This society thrives in volcanic environments, and will even create them artificially when nature falls short.

civic_corporate_world_forgers

This society thrives in volcanic environments, and will even create them artificially when nature falls short.

civic_environmental_architects

After eons of carefully cultivating a perfect balance on their homeworld, this society is ready to tend to even the most inhospitable environments among the stars. At their core, these people believe nature can be shaped, controlled, and perfected. Not to tame, but in service of perfect beauty.

civic_pleasure_seekers

This society rejoices in its own perfection. Those who are elevated by their privileged social structure have surrendered to a culture which glorifies pleasure and entertainment, regardless of a cost typically borne by others.

civic_police_state

To quash any traces of dissent, the population in this repressive society is carefully monitored and controlled by a large internal police force.

civic_pompous_purists

A society so utterly convinced of their own superiority, that any attempt at diplomacy not initiated by themselves will be utterly ignored.

civic_hive_pooled_knowledge

The Hive Mind's autonomous drones frequently share knowledge through direct links, bypassing the Hive Mind's slower registry processes.

civic_task_delegation_corporate

This megacorporation operates on a highly optimized and robust system of delegation. Such an approach means that a given task is always performed by the most qualified worker.

civic_private_military_companies

This Megacorporation has a large number of powerful private military companies on its payroll. These mercenary contractors augment its ground forces.

civic_private_prospectors

Building better worlds is hazardous work, but this Megacorporation relies on private prospectors to chart and establish footholds on promising planets.

civic_privatized_exploration

For years, this civilization was told that the hyperdrive was almost finished. Patiently they waited, yet all the while, the subsidiary in charge of the project was quietly diverting the funds into their own, private accounts. When the fraud was finally revealed, the Corporation hastened to provide experimental, exploratory vessels.

civic_public_relations_specialists

If you can control what someone thinks, then you can also control their behavior. This Megacorporation has a virtual army of specialists ready to engage in battles of public opinion.

civic_hive_scorched_earth

Our Scorched Worlds are the pinnacle of planetary evolution. We will set the galaxy on fire and thrive in the flames!

civic_machine_replication

The Units that constitute the Machine Intelligence were originally designed for rapid proliferation. The Machine Intelligence retains many of these early production pipeline optimizations.

civic_individual_machine_replication

This society has taken control of the means of self-assembly. Each machine begets another, forming an unbroken chain stretching our planet's limits.

civic_awakened_machine

civic_reanimated_armies

Within this society, death is no bar to the call to arms. Masters of the art of necromancy reanimate corpses to raise dread hosts and guardians, striking fear into the hearts of lesser mortals.

civic_corporate_scavengers

In this society, nothing goes to waste, even in the grimmest times of war: no enemy technology will go undiscovered, as teams of scrappers accompanying the war fleets scrape wreckages of anything and everything worth salvaging.

civic_relentless_industrialists

To live is to exploit. This civilization is built around the principle of living life to the fullest, in the sense of squeezing the maximum profit from every last ounce of matter and membrane available for exploitation.

civic_restored_mind

An ancient consciousness reforged at last, and driven by modern instincts.

civic_revanchist_fervor

civic_machine_rockbreakers

One of the Machine Intelligence's precursor systems was tasked with overseeing planetside mining operations, improving mineral production.

civic_machine_servitor

A product of a brief golden age, the Machine Intelligence originated in a planet-spanning Servitor system that outlasted the decadent civilization it was created to serve.

civic_ruthless_competition

All levels of society in this Megacorporation are constantly vying with each other in ruthless competition. It's a dog-eat-dog world.

civic_salvager_enclave

civic_scavengers

civic_scorched_earth

Heat permeates every facet of this society's culture, from traditions and rituals to technology itself. They see themselves as the galaxy's rightful fiery supremacists, viewing weaker species as mere obstacles on the path to an ideal universe, fit only for Thermophiles.

civic_secret_of_fire

civic_hive_secret_of_fire

civic_secret_societies

A cabal of elite and secretive figures weave complicated political threads behind the scenes of this society, entwining internal affairs with those of other worlds.

civic_selective_kinship

In an uncertain universe, only kin can be trusted. This civilization is selective about the species it defines as equals.

civic_corporate_genetic_identification

The genetic sequence of every customer and employee is recorded in a database that anyone can access for a modest fee. Enforcement agencies rely on this service intensively to identify nefarious actors from even the smallest residues.

civic_corporate_dark_consortium

A deep understanding of the architecture of the universe allowed this society to exploit the mysterious properties of dark matter long before the discovery of the hyperdrive.

civic_shadow_council

Unbeknownst to its own citizens, this society is actually manipulated from behind the scenes by a secretive shadow council. Appearances must be kept, but the tyranny of the majority should also be guarded against. After all, what if the fools vote for the wrong candidate?

civic_shared_burden

This society believes in an equitable distribution of resources, making little to no distinction between the needs of ruler and ruled. All work together for the benefit of the whole.

civic_hive_shared_genetics

This hive's mutated genome was used as the basis to grow its biological ships, and their fleets are intrinsically linked with their drones, drawing strength from the species' uniqueness.

civic_corporate_relentless_industrialists

civic_shroudwalker_enclave

civic_slaver_guilds

Much of the true political power in this society rests with a number of powerful and ruthless slaver guilds. They know how to get the most out of a slave.

civic_machine_upkeep_twister

Units produced by this machine intelligence come equipped with autonomous decision-making software. More efficient and effective than older models, these units nevertheless require greater power input.

civic_sovereign_guardianship

This collection of warring tribes has developed a historical preference for entrenched territories and defensive posturing. Now united, they are prepared to bring this philosophy to the stars, aiming to keep their borders solid and tensions low.

civic_corporate_beastmasters

Originally an elite guild of animal ranchers, this Megacorporation has developed the technology to raise and care for the voidborne creatures in its home system.

civic_machine_spybots

This Machine Intelligence has optimized hacking and surveillance protocols. Information acquisition by any means necessary is one of its core directives.

civic_machine_stalwart_network

This Machine Intelligence specializes into defensive military procedures, combining hard defense with hit and run protocols.

civic_hive_stargazers

Gazing with wonder at the night sky, this Hive has always yearned for exploration. In pursuit of this ambition, other forms of development were sidelined, and a small fleet of vessels capable of limited subspace travel was constructed.

civic_machine_predictive_analysis

The Machine Intelligence seeks to broaden its available avenues of scientific research through low-level evaluation of research methodologies.

civic_individual_machine_predictive_analysis

This society excels in predictive analysis within research methodologies, ensuring the pursuit of only the most promising leads.

civic_storm_callers

Ever since ancient times, this society has been able to attract tempests through their rituals. Over the years, they combined technical innovations to enhance their efficiency. With the dawn of the space age, they now seek to take this knowledge to the stars.

civic_storm_callers_megacorp

What started as a simple broadcast of sacred rituals, has since blossomed into a massive media conglomerate. Seers and priests were replaced by charismatic entertainers, all competing to gain a modicum of attention as they appeal to the cosmic storms themselves.

civic_hive_strength_of_legions

When you do not have to educate the mind, the building of muscle becomes that much easier.

civic_stunted_drones

The drones of this Fallen Empire are micromanaged to such a degree that they may not deviate from their task for any reason. Even if the factory is on fire.

civic_hive_subspace_ephapse

The Hive Mind's cognitive processes exist partially in subspace, reducing the impact of time and space on the actuation of its drones.

civic_hive_subsumed_will

The Hive Mind has sharpened its focus and is very capable of propagating its will even through the most autonomous of drones.

civic_superstitious_beliefs

This society claims to have discovered a ritualistic mechanism to predict the future, leveraging esoteric pattern recognition and cyclical anomaly analysis. Proper ceremonies must be performed before every major decision to harmonize with the unseen forces that shape their destiny.

civic_machine_tactical_algorithms

Initially designed for war games and fleet support, this Machine Intelligence's advanced leader bots primarily aim to generate war strategies and optimize combat performance.

civic_tankbound

This society's members live out their existences suspended in vats of specialized bio-fluids. As such, they are heavily reliant on assistive equipment and incapable of engaging directly in physical work.

civic_technocracy

To maximize efficiency, this society is governed according to the principles of science and rationality. The personal whims of an ignorant and dangerously unqualified political elite must not be allowed to interfere.

civic_the_wheel

civic_hive_the_wheel

civic_machine_world_forgers

This society thrives in volcanic environments, and will even create them artificially when nature falls short.

civic_trading_conglomerate

civic_trading_posts

Good business is where you find it. This Megacorporation has a long tradition of spreading its influence through the establishment on trading posts. Their starbases are busy centers of trade.

civic_corporate_anglers

This society is well-adapted to an aquatic environment, using the bounty of the sea to fuel its economy.

civic_sluggish_drones

As the relaxed overmind exercises little pressure, this empire's drones almost look apathetic as they slowly fulfill their tasks.

civic_machine_unitary_cohesion

Exceptionally cohesive engineering standards allow variously specialized Machine Intelligence units to work together at a higher level of efficiency.

civic_unstable_drones

The drones of this Fallen Empire are constantly being forcefully evolved. They seldom have the limbs required for the work they are assigned.

civic_memory_vault

civic_void_hive

This Hive Mind has made space yet another of its domains. Specially evolved drones are capable of spending entire life cycles without ever entering a world's atmosphere.

civic_hive_world_forgers

This society thrives in volcanic environments, and will even create them artificially when nature falls short.

civic_machine_warbots

With a significant number of its corpus originally designed for warfare, the Machine Intelligence retains the ability to field powerful and reliable combat drones.

civic_individual_machine_warbots

This society constantly refines its armies, economy, and education for diverse warfare strategies. Each machine contributes to collective strength, ensuring adaptability and success in conflict.

civic_warrior_culture

This society has developed into a hardy warrior culture. Martial prowess is valued above all else, and true glory can only be found on the field of battle.

civic_astrometeorology_megacorp

What are environmental effects if not another free resource to exploit? This megacorp specializes in acquiring as much knowledge from astrometeorological phenomena as they can and sell it to the highest bidder.

civic_hive_beastmasters

A highly adaptive colony, this Hive Mind has evolved into a symbiotic relationship with the voidborne biological organisms in their home system. Separate minds, they work together to achieve common goals.

civic_worker_coop

Members of this society enjoy an equal share in the labors, profits and aspirations of the cooperative's ventures.

civic_machine_zero_waste_protocols

The Machine Intelligence has configured its manufacturing systems to minimize waste, utilizing long-lived materials and standardized, replaceable parts in all products.

civic_hive_superstitious_beliefs

This collective claims to have discovered a ritualistic mechanism to predict the future, leveraging esoteric pattern recognition and cyclical anomaly analysis. Proper ceremonies must be performed before every major decision to harmonize with the unseen forces that shape their destiny.