The Yvlen System sits near the border of the Midbelt and the Ghost Belt. The namesake planet, once rich in plasma, has run almost dry, and the few miners who endure search for remaining wells on a planet prone to earthquakes, megastorms, and pirate raids. They take all the help from adventurers they can get.

Borders

Open

Open cultures allow people and refugees to pass, visit, and reside freely, though they may have some requirements for entry, such as a border authority that asks questions of visitors before allowing them to enter.

Bonus: If you come from an open culture, increase the dice sizes of one of your Social skills to a d12, one of your Physical skills to a d10, any other skill to a d10, any two skills you want to a d8, and any three other skill to a d6.

Population Density

Rural

Rural cultures give people plenty of space to spread out. Neighbors in such communities could be miles away from each other and finding services can be tough, so most people fend for themselves.

Bonus: If you come from a rural culture, increase the dice size of two of your skills by 1.

Diversity

Inclusive

An inclusive culture sees at least two different species living and working together in equal capacity. No single species is more important or powerful in the culture. Interspecies romantic and platonic relationships are commonplace.

Bonus: If you come from an inclusive culture, you gain one special ability and two Nova abilities from your species. In addition, you gain an additional 5000 argent to spend on starting equipment.

Economic Status

Poor

Poor cultures have little or no economic opportunity. Some are centered around a single industry run by a single business that pays its workers poorly, like a mining operation. Such places are often found in the Midbelt and Ghost Belt.

Bonus: If you come from a poor culture, you gain 2,500 argent to buy your starting equipment. In addition, gain one special ability from your species.