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巴努保護國 (BP)是一個由行星國家組成的共和國,監管著已知的全部巴努領域。除了特瑞茲星系之外,它位於地球聯合帝國南部星系的邊境,由至少七個星系組成。這個保護國一直是一個和平和尊重的鄰居,通過經濟貿易和文化交流與地球聯合帝國及其公民建立了密切的關係。[1]
歷史
首次與人類接觸 (2438)
2438-06-12 3:13 SET, a 跳點探險家維綸·塔爾正在戴維恩星系中搜尋跳點。當他的系統監測到一個接觸信號時,他以為那只是另一個探險家,於是開火了,直到意識到那實際上是一艘未知的外星飛船（後面被證實是一艘巴努商船）。他嚇了一跳,於是聯繫了UNE（地球聯合國）。一個代表團迅速組建並趕赴現場。兩個種族的首次會面會面持續了大約40分鐘。最後確認巴努人是因為擅自挪用資金而正在逃離當地官員的追捕。UNE部隊被留下等待外星種族的回應。
兩周後,一個外星代表團出現在戴維恩星系並建立了聯繫。在接下來的幾個月里,兩個種族努力打破溝通障礙。當人類終於能夠與其互動時,他們了解到這個外星種族就是巴努，一個由行星國家組成的集體種族,且一樣剛開始進入星際時代
政府
政治系統
巴努保護國是一個由獨立行星國家組成的聯盟政府,每個國家都由一個或多個政治和官僚性的公會來維持運轉。官僚性的公會負責主要的組織任務,而政治性的公會則負責推動進程、執行後勤、了解規則。像垃圾收集、能源配送、供水、污水處理、道路維護、照明等,都是通過與專門從事這些工作的其他公會簽訂合同來實現的。[4]
除了各個自治區內部的公會,保護國本身也有一個政府機構。就像更小的公會一樣一樣,保護國負責保持一切順利運轉所需的任務,包括與其他文明簽訂條約、組織大規模資源供給、維護小公會之間的大規模生產鏈、管理共同貨幣、減災、管理進出理事會星系的貿易、保護免受重大入侵力量的襲擊,以及化解領域之間的重大糾紛等。 想在保護國中獲得席位的巴努人通常是從正在服務的另一名巴努人手中購買。在某些情況下,他們會被指定為下一任接班。不過無論如何,他們仍然需要支付相應的費用。[4]
The leaders (or selected representatives) of each planet will gather for a quorum (aka the Gathering) in Bacchus II to discuss/debate legal and trade issues that affect the entire species. Otherwise, each is left to their own devices to succeed or fail.[3] While they're in power, it's entirely up to them whether to work with one another for the betterment of all Banu, or to pursue their own agendas. The most successful are the ones that can accomplish both at the same time. The least successful are subject to assassination.[4]
The structure of the Protectorate is constantly in flux. If the Protectorate has become overly corrupted, or the planet-states just don't like how they're running things, they might secede as an act of protest. While the planets are capable of surviving on their own, they're usually cut out of the treaties if they rebel, which makes trading with other civilizations difficult for them.[4]
外交
地球聯合帝國: Friendly
希安帝國: Friendly.
剜度氏族 clans: Precarious but friendly. This breaks down on a planet-by-planet basis, but generally, the desire for money and trade outweighs loyalties and grudges.
Military
The Banu can pull together a formidable fighting force if needed, but they do not have a dedicated standing army. Instead, the Banu Militia keeps the (relative) peace on a day-to-day basis within their systems. This militia operates on a rotational basis, drawing volunteers (even some criminals) from the various inhabited planets within the system to keep an eye on things in space. To call their approach to law enforcement 'fast and loose' is an understatement.[3]
Law
Suffice it to say, there is a lot of crime in the Banu Protectorate. The woeful lack of communication between the various planet-states means that criminals can simply hop from world to world when his/her current world becomes too dangerous. Since the UEE (even the 地球聯合帝國督導局) is forbidden to pursue criminals over the borders, the Banu Protectorate is a haven for UEE criminals. And if an attempt is made to reclaim fugitives through official channels, very few of the Banu planets will extradite any fugitives found on their surface. That hasn't stopped some of the more creative thinkers within the Advocacy from sending Agents undercover, tracking and abducting fugitives, then smuggling them back into UEE space.[3]
One of the biggest dangers that Humans can encounter in the Banu Protectorate is slavery. Thus, it was strongly advised to avoid the "Servant Markets" of 金斯 II for this reason. If one were to be captured by Banu slavers they would most likely be offered the opportunity to purchase their own freedom. There are few companies that offer travelers slavery insurance in case of emergency. For lesser crimes, individuals are expected to hire a security Souli to investigate the theft, of which many are willing to take a percentage of the recovered goods as a fee.[5]
Society
Religion
The Protectorate worships the two deities with the greatest following are Cassa, the Patron of Luck, and Taernin, the Great Traveller.
The Protectorate's spiritual center is located in the 特瑞茲星系. While the Gatherings on Bacchus handle the legal and political, "The Council" is responsible for the social and moral dictums that define and direct Banu society.
Their calling requires pure objectivity when dealing with their own race, so they are separated from the rest of their people in so much as is possible.
There are no great Banu pilgrimages, though, so do not expect worshippers to flock to the system. That the Council must be separate from the rest of society is law. Banu monk equivalents do produce elaborate copper-based artwork which has a certain kitsch value; their healers concoct a variety of medicines which have been shown to have a positive effect on human disease.
Culture
Trade is the name of the game in the Banu systems. While each of the planets boast their own specific flavor of culture and tradition, a love of money and trade binds them all. Banu worlds are vibrant, dangerous places with criminals and nobles brushing shoulders in the various marketplaces. Anything can be found with the Banu if you have the credits.[3] Banu population centers are always built around a central marketplace to maximize their exposure to goods moving around their planet.[5]
Social structure
Known best for their industrious nature, Banu pride themselves on their artisanal craftsmanship and astute business acumen. Rather than the traditional family units or corporations typically found among Humans, the Banu instead have a societal structure that combines both into one single unit – the 巴努商會. Often translated as 'guild,' the Souli is the foundation for life in the Protectorate, where Banu work and live together. Each Souli specializes in a specific industry and can vary widely; from a ship manufacturing Souli, to a trade Souli, even a Souli that raises Banu young. There is a Souli for everything. This regimented division of labor translates directly into the skilled expertise present on Banu worlds, markets and trade-vessels making for a memorable visit.[5]
Trade and commerce
All contracts made with the Banu have a maximum enforceable duration of one Banu generation. If the involved parties wish to continue the contract, it must be renegotiated.[6]
References
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