Vex

Vex

Vex is a habitable world in the Solar Cluster, notable for its unique geopolitical structure dominated by corporate sovereignty. Its environment, geography, and climate make it a diverse and complex planet, heavily shaped by the Post-Sovereign Economic Phase (PSEP).

Contents

• Geography
• Climate
• Natural Resources
• History
• Planetary Systems
• Notable Locations
• See Also
• References

Geography

Vex has three main continents and two oceans, with a surface area largely dominated by water, making its landmasses unique in terms of both size and corporate zoning. The planet has undergone significant alterations to accommodate urbanization and industrial expansion.

• Continents

  * Verden: The largest and most densely populated continent, home to the capital Velv and most of the corporate-controlled zones.
  * Caelon: Known for its resource extraction, this continent is largely industrial, with regions dedicated to mining and energy production.
  * Forthus: A less developed continent with significant agricultural zones, though still heavily influenced by corporate interests.

• Oceans

  * The Black Sea: One of the two major oceans, crucial for shipping routes and resource extraction.
  * The Azure Ocean: The second large body of water, playing a role in transportation and natural resource harvesting.

Climate

Vex’s climate is varied but generally engineered by corporate interests. Major cities, including Velv, have artificial climates controlled to ensure optimal productivity. While natural climate conditions do exist, weather control has become a significant factor for urban areas.

• Artificial Weather Systems: Corporate entities, particularly those in the military-industrial complex, control much of the planet's weather to ensure conditions are favorable for business activities.
• Temperate Zones: The continents feature moderate climates, with Verden experiencing temperate zones that are ideal for large urban centers.
• Desertified Regions: Some areas, such as parts of Caelon, have been artificially desertified for mining operations.

Natural Resources

Vex is rich in natural resources that have been the foundation of its industrial economy. The post-sovereign world operates by exploiting these resources, both on-planet and from its moons.

• Energy: Significant reserves of fossil fuels, but the primary energy extraction comes from fusion and mining energy from nearby stars.
• Minerals: Rich in rare metals essential for the advanced technology used by the corporate elites and military forces.
• Agriculture: Despite the dominance of industrialization, Forthus maintains agricultural regions that provide food, though much of the population’s sustenance is dependent on corporate-controlled food distribution networks.

History

Vex’s history has been marked by transformation, from the collapse of traditional governments to the rise of corporate control in the Post-Sovereign Economic Phase (PSEP).

• Pre-PSEP Era: Originally settled by various colonial powers, Vex experienced rapid growth but faced political instability. Following the collapse of traditional nation-states, the corporate entities took over governance.
• Rise of Corporate Sovereignty: After PSEP, corporations, led by mega-corporations, assumed power. The Consolidated Asset Grid (CAG) became the backbone of the economy, tracking all assets, wealth, and transactions.
• Current Era: The world operates under a system of corporate dominance with minimal regulation, focused on wealth accumulation and resource control.

Planetary Systems

Vex is part of a multi-planet system within the Solar Cluster, with several moons and nearby asteroids also under corporate influence.

• Zoned Resource Extraction: The moons around Vex, particularly Vex I and Vex II, are used as mining stations, harvesting resources like helium-3 and precious metals.
• Space Exploration: Corporations have expanded beyond Vex, with plans for interstellar colonization already in the early phases, using the top-tier technology controlled by the planet's wealthiest elites.

Notable Locations

• Velv: The capital city and the largest urban center on Vex. It is the hub of corporate power and home to the top 200 corporate elites.
• Caelon Energy Complex: A vast industrial region dedicated to resource extraction and energy production.
• Forthus Agricultural Zones: Despite industrial dominance, Forthus maintains controlled agricultural zones, largely used to maintain the corporate supply chain.

See Also

• Velv
• CU (Capital Unit)
• Consolidated Asset Grid (CAG)
• Post-Sovereign Economic Phase
• MilCorps

References

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