Humanity expanded galaxy-wide using Spike Drives until the 3200 CE Sundering shattered space-time, isolating worlds for a millennium. Now, rediscovered Spike Drive blueprints enable new exploration. The galactic core remains a mystery, but outer sectors like 36 see conflict. The militant Red Sun Dominion, mercantile Trade Constellation, and piratical Mortal Veil vie for control in this reawakening galaxy.