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As the terraforming and colonization of [[Mars]] accelerated in the [[22nd century]], the rift of ideas between the "[[Martian]]s" and the "[[Terran]]s" grew. Many of the more intellectual and socially liberal minded populace drifted towards [[Mars]], out of an already increasingly libertarian [[Earth]]. The chief idea amongst these was the [[Martian Compact]], a loose agreement by which [[Mars]] would become, and remain, independent of [[Terrestrial]] control.
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While Mars certainly could have destroyed Earth after the [[Martian Conflict]], it could not rule it without its help, thus the term 'Martian Consortium' was avoided. This was also enhanced by the fact that the majority of Martians, especially those making decisions, were born and raised on Earth, and were more intent on stripping it of corruption instead of actual conquest.
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Although many had assumed that [[Mars]] would form its own government, the corporate and governmental powers in control of [[Earth]] attempted to maintain their influence over the then Red Planet. Although not completely self sufficient, [[Mars]] did not hold itself to the same laws that [[Terra]] did, and by ignoring "Universal" patent law, and several technological taboos, [[Martian]] research quickly outstripped that of [[Earth]], despite having only a fraction of the population.
 
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As the latter half of the [[22nd century]] began, [[Earth]] started imposing trade sanctions on [[Mars]]. These came first in the form of tariffs, and soon export regulations were also in place. These regulations were either ignored or circumvented, until finally [[Mars]], flaunting its isolation, developed and distributed a suitable [[Beta Strain]] prototype, but only for [[Martian]] citizens.
 
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[[Earth]]'s response was near immediate. All food shipments to the Red Planet were halted, and those en route were called back. An enforcement fleet was sent to land and 'take care' of the situation.
 
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The [[Martian]] reply did not take very long either. It dispatched its own fleet, quickly obliterating the Terran one and mounting a successful invasion of both [[Luna]]r bases, and began taking control of several of Earth's permanent space stations.
 
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This was the first, large-scale conflict by [[human]]ity in the Void, dubbed the [[Martian Conflict]]. While the [[Terran]] fleet did have munitions, and was capable of some very impressive maneuvers compared to [[21st century]] craft, they were vastly outmatched by the [[Martian]] fleet in every material and strategic manner. It is considered, even by the victors, to be more of a massacre than a battle.
 
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The [[Martian]] government established the [[Solar Consortium]], nominally placing itself under the rule of the larger body. While it began with an extremely disproportionate share of influence in the [[Consortium]], this was, by design, a temporary situation. Nearly every Martian was born on [[Earth]], after all, and there was little ill will to its people, merely the corrupt regimes that spanned the planet.
 
The [[Martian]] government established the [[Solar Consortium]], nominally placing itself under the rule of the larger body. While it began with an extremely disproportionate share of influence in the [[Consortium]], this was, by design, a temporary situation. Nearly every Martian was born on [[Earth]], after all, and there was little ill will to its people, merely the corrupt regimes that spanned the planet.
  
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While it would be a bit hasty to call the [[Solar Consortium]] a utopia, it was hard to argue that life for 'the masses' was better at any time in the past. Its people were nigh [[immortal]], immune to nearly all forms of disease, work mostly towards their own individual ends, and, in nearly every case, that effort alone is enough to supply their needs.  The level of luxury was actually considered a problem - many were becoming iconic examples of Nietzsche's 'Last Men', and came to be known as the [[content]].  
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While it would be a bit hasty to call the Solar Consortium a utopia, it was hard to argue that life for 'the masses' was better at any time in the past. Its people were nigh [[immortal]], immune to nearly all forms of disease, work mostly towards their own individual ends, and, in nearly every case, that effort alone is enough to supply their needs.  The level of luxury was actually considered a problem - many were becoming iconic examples of Nietzsche's 'Last Men', and came to be known as the [[content]].  
  
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As with every government before it, there were darknesses within the [[Solar Consortium]]. Rather like many of the governments leading to it, however, much of the populace was quite aware of what was going on, and though the [[Consortium]] tried to mitigate this fact in certain areas, such attempts were doomed to failure.
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As with every government before it, there were darknesses within the Solar Consortium. Rather like many of the governments leading to it, however, much of the populace was quite aware of what was going on, and though the [[Consortium]] tried to mitigate this fact in certain areas, such attempts were doomed to failure.
  
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The support of the superstation, [[Ouranos Prime]], was sometimes called the Silent Rebellion. Although less than a hundred in number, the individuals who gathered to build the station had attracted massive financial and material support, and followers numbering in the millions, each of them hoping that, maybe, by proximity, they too will be [[chosen]].
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The support of the superstation, [[Ouranos Prime]], was sometimes called the Silent Rebellion. Although less than a hundred in number, the individuals who gathered to build the station had attracted massive financial and material support, and followers numbering in the millions, each of them hoping that, maybe, by proximity, they too would be [[chosen]].
  
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The [[Consortium-Prime War]] ended the first era of the [[Solar Consortium]], with the entire [[Solar Council]] being replaced after the war.  Millions had died, and the opening of the [[skearn]]s is generally considered to be the result of making gambles too close to home.  Further conflict inside the [[Solar System]], therefor, was highly discouraged, while the [[Anti-Homogenization Act]] ironically encouraged it elsewhere - and still does.
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The [[Consortium-Prime War]] ended the first era of the Solar Consortium, with the entire [[Solar Council]] being replaced after the war.  Millions had died, and the opening of the [[skearn]]s is generally considered to be the result of making gambles too close to home.  Further conflict inside the [[Solar System]], therefor, was highly discouraged, while the [[Anti-Homogenization Act]] ironically encouraged it elsewhere - and still does.
  
 
After the [[Purge]], the Consortium slowly became the prime [[geren]]s for guarding [[mission]] work, bringing military and espionage to bear against those who would seek to prevent [[mankind]] from finding its home.
 
After the [[Purge]], the Consortium slowly became the prime [[geren]]s for guarding [[mission]] work, bringing military and espionage to bear against those who would seek to prevent [[mankind]] from finding its home.
  
 
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Latest revision as of 05:55, 12 April 2007

While Mars certainly could have destroyed Earth after the Martian Conflict, it could not rule it without its help, thus the term 'Martian Consortium' was avoided. This was also enhanced by the fact that the majority of Martians, especially those making decisions, were born and raised on Earth, and were more intent on stripping it of corruption instead of actual conquest.

The Martian government established the Solar Consortium, nominally placing itself under the rule of the larger body. While it began with an extremely disproportionate share of influence in the Consortium, this was, by design, a temporary situation. Nearly every Martian was born on Earth, after all, and there was little ill will to its people, merely the corrupt regimes that spanned the planet.

While it would be a bit hasty to call the Solar Consortium a utopia, it was hard to argue that life for 'the masses' was better at any time in the past. Its people were nigh immortal, immune to nearly all forms of disease, work mostly towards their own individual ends, and, in nearly every case, that effort alone is enough to supply their needs. The level of luxury was actually considered a problem - many were becoming iconic examples of Nietzsche's 'Last Men', and came to be known as the content.

As with every government before it, there were darknesses within the Solar Consortium. Rather like many of the governments leading to it, however, much of the populace was quite aware of what was going on, and though the Consortium tried to mitigate this fact in certain areas, such attempts were doomed to failure.

The support of the superstation, Ouranos Prime, was sometimes called the Silent Rebellion. Although less than a hundred in number, the individuals who gathered to build the station had attracted massive financial and material support, and followers numbering in the millions, each of them hoping that, maybe, by proximity, they too would be chosen.

The Consortium-Prime War ended the first era of the Solar Consortium, with the entire Solar Council being replaced after the war. Millions had died, and the opening of the skearns is generally considered to be the result of making gambles too close to home. Further conflict inside the Solar System, therefor, was highly discouraged, while the Anti-Homogenization Act ironically encouraged it elsewhere - and still does.

After the Purge, the Consortium slowly became the prime gerens for guarding mission work, bringing military and espionage to bear against those who would seek to prevent mankind from finding its home.


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