The Independents of the Remnants are diverse and enigmatic factions, comprised of pirates, smugglers, assassins, and outlaws who answer to nobody but themselves. Emerging from the aftermath of the last Void War, they are a collective of survivors, those left behind in the chaos and exploitation that ensued. Operating on both independent worlds and formerly sponsored planets, the independents navigate a delicate balance between anarchy and freedom. Many of these governments possess planet defense forces which often face off against a motley crew of individuals with a shared disdain for authority. Another group, the Routers chart new worlds and explore uncharted routes, seeking fortune in the vast expanses of the Remnants In this realm of lawlessness, the independents carve their own path., embodying the spirit of rebellion and the pursuit of autonomy