Colony 15
A testament to humanity's desperate struggle to survive on a hostile world, limited to nine designated colonies.
Human settlements on the planet Mira were established as part of the great evacuation from Earth, with colonies numbered strictly from 1 through 9. While New Los Angeles (designated Colony 9) serves as the primary hub for modern events and the only major colony remaining fully operational, background lore confirms that no 'Colony 15' ever existed. The early colonization efforts focused on these nine designated outposts before the Gormann invasion decimated humanity's presence.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Human Settlement; Outpost
- Affiliation
- Mira Human Colonies (Defunct)
- Status
- Destroyed/Abandoned
- Location
- Planet Mira
- Key threat
- Gormann Forces
Lore & Background
The fall of the outer colonies, specifically those numbered beyond the core hubs, forced the remaining survivors to consolidate their defenses around New Los Angeles. Data recovered from the ruins suggests these outposts were pushed too far into hostile territories before adequate military support could be established. The loss of these settlements significantly weakened humanity's initial foothold, forcing a retreat that shaped the defensive posture seen in later years.
Reader's Guide
The Colony system refers to the network of human habitats built on Mira following the evacuation from Earth. Their primary goal was survival and terraforming, ensuring humanity could thrive outside their home planet. While Colony 9 remains active as New Los Angeles, designations like Colony 15 refer to lost outposts that fell during the Gormann invasion. These settlements were crucial for resource gathering but lacked the defenses of the main hub. In the context of the conflict, these colonies represent the initial wave of human expansion that was halted by alien aggression. Understanding their fate helps explain why the remaining population is so concentrated and defensive in New Los Angeles.
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