Clan Celleni

Clan Celleni is the first-extra-stellar clan, being founded not on Fen, but on the world of Ora in the Cellen system.

Celleni History

Originating as a clanless entity sent forth in 98 (1901) Celleni is shaped by centuries apart from the rest of Fen. Their history, traditions, even written and spoken language differ. The 2nd and 3rd centuries for Fen were ones of radical change. Yet for Cellen, they saw little of this. New norms never filtered through, dominant languages never became dominant. They crafted their own society, one built on a legacy of 'old Fen' transformed to a new world. After managing a thriving colony, the clan discovered what would be known as W-1, known to them at the time as Jiya Zavor, which became translated as Phantom Energy in standard Fennish. Utilizing it, they made the drives of the first known FTL vessel, the Atya'Llara or Pilgrim. By 276, after a mere few days in jumpspace, the Atya'Llara appeared above Fen to the shock, awe, and terror of many. The aftermath of this event would directly lead to the creation of the Ruz'kahni Directorate.

Since this early history, the Celleni have become one of the most influential clans and by far the most disconnected of the old. Even 600 years later they are still so culturally diverted from the rest of the Feni they along with their brothers the Jesobans which eventually mer

Celleni Reputation

The Celleni are a peculiar combination of extremely conservative and old fashioned and radically progressive. Their origins as a clanless entity sent forth during a period of rapid social change left them feeling distinctly culturally isolated in the two centuries between their time on Fen and their time returning. While they are renowned ship-technicians and designers, having the first and longest-operating jump-capable ship production facilities in known space.