[hider= Orion's Highway, a route only the bravest take]
Man, the first race, the masters of war, the lords of the stars. 
Also, the greediest bastards in the galaxy.

Years ago, before the Triarch council was formed, in the dark ages of war, there existed a race. Humanity. On the world of Terra, of the star Sol, this race flourished at a time when the other surviving races of the galaxy were but wriggly little parasites in the puddles of their own backwater homeworlds. It was approximately two and a half thousand standard solar cycles after they nailed their god to a freakin' stick that they extended their reach to the stars above. And with them, they brought the flames of war. Hundreds of worlds, cleansed of their indigenous life, in the name of humanities expansion. Many tried to resist, however due to the language and technology gaps, the humans thaought they were merely being rushed by packs of wild animals, and they were almost right. 

In reality, what was happening was humanity was wiping out various races still in their tribal age, and as humanity had it's own unique affinity for technology, they couldn't grasp the concept of a creature that could reason that wouldn't create tools or clothing. Anyway, this continued for another five-hundred cycles when humanity came across the only two remaining sentient races in the entire galaxy, the Kalarians and the Jud. The difference? these ones looked civilised, so the humans didn't hunt them like beasts. 

It wasn't long before the space-faring race forged a more diplomatic relation with the less-than-spaceworthy races, and a hundred cycles later the Triarch Council was formed, with the Human Councilor elected as chairman.

Now, 'where do I fit in all this?' you might ask? 'Why the exposition?' Well, you know how it is here. Occasionally the random junkie too blazed to remember his name wanders in and we gotta teach him galactic history again. Among other things. Well, as you know, you live on Torsun II, a planet way off in the space-boonies. This Jud ran-planet has had a contest floating around for about a month in which several lucky winners will have a custom spaceship built for them, and have the opportunity to conduct trade missions so the people of this planet don't starve! However, there are rumors that the government here doesn't have a very good hold on its traders, and that they tend to become pirates, but that's just silly! 

Anyhow lucky winner, you will be traveling along 'Orion's Highway,' a route from here to the relatively nearby star Zekan. Some less than optimistic people say the route is infested with cannibals, pirates, and slavers, but if we don't trade, we die! So citzen, our lucky winner, will you do your duty?
-Flyer sent to the homes of raffle winners. 
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[b]Races:[/b] Here are the three races of the galaxy. It should be noted interbreeding isn't possible, and though Kalarians and humans may technically have intercourse, it is impossible to bear a child this way.

[b]Humans:[/b] Humans are by far the most common race among the stars, and are the most technologically advanced of the races as well as the most physically strong. Humans are common enough among the galaxy that most recognize them instantly. they tend to be the most violent as well. "War isn't just in their blood, it's in their soul."

[b]Kalarians:[/b] Kalarians are often referred to as 'Elves' by a fair amount of humans, but using that term is widely regarded as a racial slur. Apart from the pointed ears and the red skin-tones, they look remarkably like humans. While not as strong as humans, they are a bit quicker and average taller. It should be noted that Kalarians tend to dislike plants and are wholly carniverous, for their home Kalaria has very little in the way of plant life, most of the surface consists of red-colored rock in fact. Kalarians are also the only Psychically active race, and have a greater mastery of the mind than other races. They tend to make good doctors as well, as they seem to have an affinity for 'matters of the flesh.' 

[b]The Jud:[/b] Known as 'stickmen' by less politically correct humans, the Jud are an odd bunch. they are tall, usually reaching eight feet, and have very thin spindly limbs when compared to a human, and a light body. they tend to resemble Terran reptiles as they have scales that come in similar patterns to many earthly snakes, but the head is the odd part. They have four eyes, as well as a vertically oriented mouth with a row of flat teeth. They don't have ears, though they can hear, and the nostrils are located above the mouth. They are incapable of traditional speech, but often carry technology that allows them to speak to the other races. Despite their terrifying appearance, they are the Gentlest of the three. Physically, they are extremely perceptive and have quick reflexes, making them great pilots and excellent marksmen. 

RULES:
Standard RPG rules apply.
It should be pointed out that I am the final arbiter of everything, what I say goes. 
That being said, we're here to have fun, and just as it's your job to be respectful and fair, it's my job to do the same AND make sure we all have a good time.

CS: 
Username: (obvious)
Character name: (Also Obvious)
Position: (Your place on the ship. Keep in mind, a captain, pilot, and engineer are required. Other positions such as marine and chef are optional)
Race: (One of the three above. Note, the party is limited to three non-humans)
Gender: (Another obvious one)
Age: (Human's and Kalarians live about the same amount of time, and Jud live to be about 150 Standard Solar Cycles, maturing at the age of 26. One SSC is equal to one Terran year)
Appearance: (You may use a Pic, but there must be a description as well.)
Bio: (Note, you currently live on Torsun II, but that doesn't mean you've always lived here. Feel free to make up planets)
Personality:(Go crazy here. as much or as little as you want)
Gear: (What weapons do you have? Starting characters are limited to standard human firearms from our modern age, things like plasma rifles, energy shields, and railguns have to be found.)
Skills: (any special skills or talents you're character possesses.)
Other: Anything I forgot, or doesn't fit above? Put it here.

And here we are! the opening post!