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==Society==
The Empire is based on a ''cliens'' system. Society is strictly stratified, with people being able to move between strata (lower strata particularly) based on money, patronage and influence.<ref name=":1" /> [[Nobility]], [[royalty]] and wealthy individuals are members of the upper class of Imperial society.
Its high living standards, outlandishly wealthy companies and sophisticated technology and design have made it an attractive place for the wealthy and famous to call home. The Empire has a fascinating political system, rampant nationalism, obsession with wealth projection, and a dark underbelly of legalised slavery.<ref>[https://www.edrpg.co.uk/what-s-in-the-books The Empire Sourcebook excerpt]</ref>▼
=== Honour and Status ===
The Empire values both status and honour very highly indeed. So whilst it is acceptable to flaunt wealth, treating people well is a question of honour – and this includes [[slaves]]. Having an unpaid debt is seen as utterly dishonourable – an honourable Imperial citizen would sell themselves into [[slavery]] to clear a debt they couldn’t otherwise clear.<ref name=":1" /> The [[Imperial Slave Association]] concerns the treatment and transportation of [[Imperial Slaves|imperial slaves]].<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/en/galnet/21-AUG-3301 Imperial Slave Association Audited]</ref>
Imperial society is based on honour. The values resemble the ancient Roman [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dignitas_(Roman_concept) Dignitas] and Japanese [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bushido Bushido].<ref name=":2">http://www.rollingstone.com/glixel/features/elite-dangerous-creator-talks-sci-fi-politics-and-whats-next-w492781</ref> Dignitas is the sum of the personal clout and influence that a citizen acquires throughout his or her life. When weighing the ''dignitas'' of a particular individual, factors such as personal reputation, moral standing, and ethical worth has to be considered, along with the person's entitlement to respect and proper treatment.<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dignitas_(Roman_concept)</ref> Additionally like Bushido, Imperial honour has moral values which stress some combination of sincerity, frugality, loyalty, martial arts mastery, and honour until death.<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bushido</ref>
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Imperial citizens view [[Ngadandari Fire Opals]] as a status symbol. Their mesmerizing fire-like reflections represent the fire of the birth of the empire. Their high market value has lead to the planet Ngadandari being systematically strip-mined by Imperial slaves.<ref>In-game description of Ngadandari Fire Opals</ref>
=== Law ===▼
Law is seen and enforced very differently in the Empire. Senators are responsible for enforcing the Emperor’s laws, but the Senators themselves are above the law. They can order executions, and can even kill people themselves, though sometimes (rarely) they may be held to account for their actions by the Emperor. Some Senators are warlike and may take over systems in the name of the Empire, to get the spoils, and they may get a good deal of support as a result. Some Senators do not tolerate [[slavery]], and regularly speak out against it, but from the basis of honour - not suggesting it should not be legal. In the Empire, very little is illegal, but many things are frowned upon, like excessive use of narcotics. [[Cloning]] and [[genetic engineering]] are allowed in the Empire.<ref name=":1">[http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=dcbf6b86b4b0c7d1c21b73b1e&id=f72c0f91b2 Newsletter #22]</ref><ref name=":7" />▼
▲Its high living standards, outlandishly wealthy companies and sophisticated technology and design have made it an attractive place for the wealthy and famous to call home. The Empire has a fascinating political system, rampant nationalism, obsession with wealth projection, and a dark underbelly of legalised slavery.<ref>[https://www.edrpg.co.uk/what-s-in-the-books The Empire Sourcebook excerpt]</ref>
=== Family ===
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* The wedding day of the Emperor is a public holiday.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/en/galnet/uid/55b1fb9c9657ba0e3ae7daa3 Dignitaries Start Arriving on Capitol]
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▲Law is seen and enforced very differently in the Empire. The [[Emperor]] is the sovereign ruler of the Empire and above the law. Only the Emperor can decree new laws, which often involve the [[Senate]]. [[Senators]] are responsible for enforcing the
There are various [[Security Forces|security forces]] that enforce the law in Imperial space.
* The [[Imperial Internal Security Service]] are responsible for domestic security throughout the Empire.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/55dee0699657ba6f7b5b8fdc Imperial Internal Security Service Requests Exploration Data]</ref>
* The [[Imperial Intelligence Service]] is an intelligence agency in the Empire.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/55c1d0809657bafa440d630e Emperor Hengist Duval Dead]</ref>
* The [[Imperial Diplomatic Corps]] operates embassies in most foreign systems, but the IDC has far-reaching powers too and unlike other police units has jurisdiction throughout the Empire.<ref>Tourist Beacon 0234</ref>
* The [[Imperial Guard]] is an elite Imperial security force responsible for the defense of the Achenar system and the protection of the Emperor, the Imperial Palace, and certain senators.<ref>https://community.elitedangerous.com/en/galnet/18-OCT-3301</ref>
* The [[Blue Epaulets]] are an Advanced Tactical Response unit that operates in Imperial space.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ocPr8DlBQs YouTube: Elite Dangerous: Beyond - Chapter One Content Livestream - Part 1]</ref>
* The [[Imperial Navy]] is the naval warfare force of the Empire.
==Government==
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