Discovery

Discoveries or planet events are found by science ships that survey planets during the initial exploration of star systems.

	Name	Prerequisite	Probability	Effect	Description
	Intro		-
	Lost Colonist		25%		We have found a colonist ship that strongly resemble our own. Upon further investigation, they are completely empty of life. We are not sure exactly the fate of the crewmates of the ship, but we will take this ship as our own.
	Old Stars		25%		We have found our homeworld, {basePlanet.Name}. After the collapse, it is completely abandoned and devoid of life. We should claim this as our own before any other empire does, and reclaim our lost home.
	Hidden Value		25%		We have learned of {title} on {basePlanet.Name}. This planet seems to be more valuable than we previously determined.
	Dead World		20%		It seems that {basePlanet.Name} used to be inhabitable, but is now an uninhabitable barren world.
	Ancient Ruins Discovered		10%		We have discovered ancient alien ruins on {basePlanet.Name} from an unknown civilization. We will scrap its materials for our own benefit.
	Abandoned Ships		5%		Ships of unknown origin have been discovered orbiting {basePlanet.ParentSystem.Name} and have been sent back to {State.Self.Capital.Name} for repairs.
	Discovered Hyperlanes		25%		We have discovered a previously unknown hyperlane connection in {basePlanet.ParentSystem.Name} to {lastNeighbour.Name}.
	New Stars		10%		We have discovered that {basePlanet.Name} is actually a white dwarf, which means it must have collapsed very recently. {basePlanet.Name} is now of great value.
	Spice Harvesters		25%		As our science ship approached {basePlanet.Name}, its sensors detected a series of structures dotting the surface. Upon closer inspection, it became clear that these were spice harvesters, each one towering over the barren landscape.
	Lost Colony	Lost Colony origin	-		Only a few colony ships left {State.Self.Species.Name} Prime. We were lucky to escape our ill-fated homeworld. Our crew has hibernated for millennia, and has almost no knowledge on our current location. We found a new refuge, {State.Self.Capital.World.Name}, where we will reclaim our place among the stars!
	Shattered World	Shattered World origin	-		Once our {title}, {basePlanet.Name}, was a beacon of peace and prosperity, until darkness descended upon us. Hidden enemies lurking in the shadows sought to extinguish our existence, shattering our tranquility. But we have endured, and from the shattered remnants of our past in {basePlanet.ParentSystem.Name}, we rise anew. No longer bound by mercy or tolerance, we, {State.Self.EmpireName}, now stand united in our resolve for total revenge against those who dared threaten our kind. Our shattered {basePlanet.Name} serves as a constant reminder of our past, fueling our unyielding desire for retribution. With advanced weaponry tailored for extermination, we embark on a path of relentless vengeance, determined to ensure that no other species, including our own {State.Self.Species.Name}, suffers the same fate we did.
	Forgotten Outpost	Forgotten Outpost origin	-		From our {title} known as "{basePlanet.Name}", our {State.Self.EmpireName} has reemerged into the galactic spotlight. Once a fragment of a grand empire, we have been rekindled from the depths of a forgotten outpost tucked away in the farthest reaches of the cosmos. Time's passage and separation from the galactic community have shaped us into a bastion of self-determination and self-sufficiency. Isolated for ages, we have harnessed our survival prowess and cultivated our resilience, thriving autonomously without reliance on external aid. With an eager fleet of colonists poised for new horizons, the {State.Self.EmpireName} strides confidently, ready to etch its unique narrative upon the tapestry of the galaxy.
	Shadowy Nexus	Shadowy Nexus origin	-		From our {title}, the {basePlanet.Name} takes its place as the enigmatic core of our {State.Self.EmpireName}. Born from the depths of secrecy, we, the {State.Self.EmpireName}, weave a clandestine tapestry of operatives and spies, entwined across the expanse of multiple star systems. Cloaked in shadows, our existence is a puzzle to outsiders, while our true power and influence remain veiled from prying eyes. As our journey commences, we possess full knowledge of neighboring empire capitals, a testament to our mastery of espionage and covert maneuvering. Within the confines of our illustrious dark throne room, our enigmatic {State.Self.Species.Name} Emperor watches with intrigue as our neighbors remain oblivious, and our concealed empire gains strength. Manipulation and control are our forte, as we shape a future where the {State.Self.EmpireName} reigns supreme.
	The Aetheric Calling	Aetheric Sanctifiers origin	-		As the Aetheric Sanctifiers, our empire converges at the very heart of our capital world, {State.Self.Capital.Name}, to embark on a celestial journey that transcends the boundaries of the stars. With the radiant energy of the Aetheric Sanctum suffusing our civilization, we are bathed in an ethereal aura that elevates our very existence. Our capital shines with an otherworldly brilliance, a testament to our connection with the cosmic forces that bind us all. The distant whispers of the {lastNeighbour.Name} system, our closest neighbor, resonate with the promise of profound discovery and spiritual fulfillment. As we step into the great unknown, guided by the luminous path before us, we embrace our role as the seekers of celestial truths, forever bound to the cosmic tapestry that weaves us into the fabric of the universe.
	Emissaries of the Stars	Stellar Nomarchs origin	-		As the Stellar Nomarchs, we are entrusted with a cosmic mandate that echoes across the ages. Our empire, {State.Self.EmpireName}, has been chosen to reign over the boundless expanse of the cosmos, embracing the legacy of the ancient Stellar Nomarchs. From the heart of our capital world, {State.Self.Capital.World.Name}, the rekindled flame of the galactic council ignites once more. Within the walls of our capital city, {State.Self.Capital.Name}, a profound sense of hope and unity prevails, serving as a timeless symbol that resonates with the wisdom and guidance of the Stellar Nomarchs who came before us. As we navigate the celestial pathways, we carry the torch of this honored legacy, illuminating our path with the principles of harmony, leadership, and the enduring legacy of the Stellar Nomarchs.
	Masters of the Golden Spice	Spice Lords origin	-		As the Spice Lords, our dominion originates from the heart of our home planet, {basePlanet.Name}, nestled within the {basePlanet.ParentSystem.Name} system. Here, we, the mighty rulers of our {State.Self.EmpireName}, harness the remarkable power of Golden Spice, a precious substance that courses through the veins of arid worlds. With a tenacious grip on this invaluable resource, our dominion stretches across the stars, akin to the tendrils of a prosperous trade route extending its influence throughout the cosmos. Our legacy is one of commerce, control, and the unbreakable connection between the far reaches of space. Each stride we take echoes our reign as the masters of trade and the unrivaled leaders of the stars.
	Wanderers of the Cosmic Abyss	Abyssal Nomads origin	-		As Abyssal Nomads, within the core realm of our empire, {State.Self.Capital.Name}, we have united fellow explorers of our {State.Self.Species.Name} species, driven by a shared purpose. Our gathering is a testament to our commitment to uncover the hidden enigmas that permeate the cosmic void. Guided by the ethereal radiance of Antimatter, we navigate star systems that bear witness to the majestic might of black holes, tapping into the dormant wellspring of energy that lies within these cosmic marvels. Our journey embarks upon the path of discovery, traversing the uncharted territories of the cosmos as we unravel the secrets that have remained concealed in the darkness.

Origin Discoveries

Wanderers of the Cosmic Abyss

Prerequisite
Abyssal Nomads origin

As Abyssal Nomads, within the core realm of our empire, {State.Self.Capital.Name}, we have united fellow explorers of our {State.Self.Species.Name} species, driven by a shared purpose. Our gathering is a testament to our commitment to uncover the hidden enigmas that permeate the cosmic void. Guided by the ethereal radiance of Antimatter, we navigate star systems that bear witness to the majestic might of black holes, tapping into the dormant wellspring of energy that lies within these cosmic marvels. Our journey embarks upon the path of discovery, traversing the uncharted territories of the cosmos as we unravel the secrets that have remained concealed in the darkness.