Salutations, colonisers!
We’re continuing our lore introduction and dissecting the Keepers tribe. It is the only tribe you can play right now via playtest, so some of you might have familiarity with them.
So, the colony ship Ulysses crashed and broke apart over an unfamiliar world. The original survivors were lucky enough to crash in a relatively peaceful, resource-rich part of Hastaris. As such, they were able to band together quickly and form a tight knit community. Many were from military backgrounds, bound by chain of command and protocols that had guided them through deep space. The crash was never part of the plan. For some, it was seen as a curse. For others, it became the moment to dig in and honor what was left of their mission.
Facing impossible odds of rescue in an unknown part of the galaxy, they embraced a new purpose: to guard the remnants of the ship and everything it stood for. They became the Keepers of the Site - order dedicated to maintaining watch over the crash site and any scattered remains of their once-great vessel.
Over generations, this watch turned into doctrine. Their society is built on strict hierarchies and military codes, where leadership flows directly from those most prepared to defend their way of life.
All of these will be reflected in their gameplay, at some capacity.
The Keepers prefer to fortify, hold ground, and outlast. Their expansions are slow but secure, building layer upon layer of walls and outposts.
Their armies are slow to mobilize but devastating when in position. Expect heavily armored infantry that can absorb punishment, backed by siege engines that can level enemy defenses.
Of all the tribes on Hastaris, the Keepers have preserved some knowledge and understanding of their ancestors. This means they can construct imposing structures and unlock powerful upgrades no one else can match.
To the Keepers, the crash sites are holy ground. They are always on the look out for remnants of the ship to claim and believe it’s their divine trial to guard it. Exploring far beyond those borders is seen as reckless, even heretical, unless done to secure or reclaim parts of the ship scattered across Hastaris.
Their ultimate goal is ascension. Whether that means one day returning to the stars or proving themselves worthy in the eyes of their gods is a question hotly debated in their councils. What is never debated is their unwavering commitment to the Site.
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