Lore – Directorate

Emerald Directorate

The Emerald Directorate, led by the Oligarchs rooted in Ghana, Nigeria and Ivory Coast (the 3 Founding Nations), stands as a symbol of progress, propelling the economies of African nations to new heights. Across the Five Realms of Sol System, the Directorate stands as a formidable force against the Imperium and Alliance. Its unique military, the Directorate Space Corps — known for its eco-friendly energy-based weaponry, Radi-Mon infantry Shumba and highly versatile Scarab — fiercely defends its territories.

Despite ranking among the Top 3 Richest nations in the Interplanetary Wealth Report by Atomic Accord, Directorate territories still face challenges in changing global perceptions of Africa and do not attract as many immigrants. Regardless, its inclusive policies and forward-thinking ethos, weaved with the Chairman and his Oligarchs’ pragmatic approach, have drawn a number of intellectuals worldwide.

Ologun

Ground Foundational Ranged

The Ologuns are the space marines of the Emerald Directorate, known for their high mobility and guerrilla warfare tactics. Adorned in culturally rich armor, they wield plasma rifles and some carry pulse grenades. At the heart of the Ologuns’ prowess is their signature adrenaline shot. When activated, an Ologun becomes a blur of motion, their reactions honed to a razor’s edge. This allows them to engage in high-velocity combat, darting in and out of enemy lines with the ferocity and grace of a panther.

Their ability to strike swiftly and vanish is legendary, making them the masters of hit-and-run tactics and guerilla warfare. However, this surge of power leaves them fatigued, requiring strategic use in battle.

Scarab

Ground Advanced Omni-Purpose

The Scarab mech is the Directorate military’s siege weapon. Each Scarab, roughly the size of a bus, requires its pilot to be proficient in advanced mech operation. Positioned in the mech’s belly, the pilot navigates using a hybrid control system; manual operations guide movement while automated systems assist with urgent combat maneuvers.

Its primary weapon, the Sun Moon Cannon, can alternate between two types of energy beams: a freezing cold beam (Moon) and a searing hot beam (Sun).

The Scarab is also equipped with a secondary Plasma Spitter. This rapid-firing weapon discharges green bolts for more frequent use in combat. While less potent than the Sun Moon Cannon, the Plasma Spitter excels in close-range engagements. Furthermore, the Scarab has two powerful frontal limbs, the most forward of its six legs, reinforced for melee combat. These limbs can be used to slash or crush opponents, making the Scarab deadly even in close quarters.

The Scarab’s weapons are all linked to the mech’s central cold fusion battery, meaning both the cannons and the mech’s movement draw from the same power source. This singular energy system eliminates the need for traditional ammunition, providing sustained combat capabilities.

Sumina

Ground Advanced Psionic

The Sumina casters are deeply rooted in the traditions of Africa. Historically, African witchcraft has been associated with spiritual practices and a deep understanding of the unseen forces of nature. The Directorate has harnessed these ancient traditions, blending them with modern psionic advancements to create a formidable group of casters, skilled in Solar and Mirage psionic spells. Certain Sumina, after sufficient melee training, also learn to wield Psytum Swords.

Among common folks, Sumina casters are often believed to be the sons and daughters of Anansi, the god from Anansemka mythology known for his cunning and wisdom.

Gyata

Ground Advanced Scout

The Gyata are the Emerald Directorate’s stealthy scouts both on the ground and in the air, named after the Anansemka word for “vulture.” These simple but effective recon hoverbikes allow their riders to navigate desolate planets and moons, seamlessly blending with their environment thanks to advanced cloaking technology that extends to their apparel. Their primary role is gathering critical intelligence in hostile territories, charting unknown regions, and identifying threats.

Equipped with a pair of light maglev wings which unfold and extend from its head, they can glide at high velocity even over rough terrains, or disrupt enemy lines when necessary. Silent and almost ghost-like, the Gyata are Directorate’s frontline scouts, providing a strategic advantage through their vigilant watch and ability to be fast and furious.

Anioma

Air Advanced Combat Support

Anioma are crucial for air superiority, quick response, and strategic strikes. They’re often the first to engage in aerial combat, clearing the way for larger vessels and ensuring the Directorate maintains control of the skies in any conflict.

Anioma are equipped with high-powered plasma cannons, a specialty of Directorate. These cannons fire superheated, ionized gas capable of melting through most materials and overwhelming enemy shields with intense thermal energy. The choice of plasma weapons reflects Directorate’s commitment to leading in energy-based armaments and delivering devastating strikes in combat.

Directorate Heroes

Jabari Adomako

Wilhelm van der Merwe

Laurent N’Guessan

Celine Kamara