In the year 2321, Earth was at the cusp of a new era of interstellar exploration. The advancements in technology and the yearning for discovery had sparked the imagination of many, like Corwin Aldrich, who a few years earlier, became the first man to navigate in another solar system, discovering and stabilizing the first Threshold — a naturally occurring passage linking distant stars. Among these dreamers was Marcus Ilya Holt, a visionary scientist and explorer who believed that the mysteries of the universe were waiting to be unveiled.

Fueled by his passion for knowledge and adventure, Marcus Ilya Holt founded Persal.org, an organization dedicated to exploring the galaxy and conducting scientific research beyond the boundaries of Earth. With a small team of like-minded individuals, he set out to customize and improve state-of-the-art exploration starships, available at the time, capable of traversing vast distances.

In the early years, Persal.org remained a modest company, making minor breakthroughs in scientific research and gathering valuable data from the uncharted territories they ventured into. However, the turning point for the organization came in 2433 when personal contacts led to the acquisition of the Argonautica, a Voyager-class ship with advanced exploration capabilities.

With the Argonautica at their disposal, Persal.org‘s exploration efforts became a pillar of their mission, and they made significant discoveries throughout their galactic journeys. However, in 2484, while in orbit of the planet Calyx Beta (Calyx system), disaster struck when the ship found itself under attack by pirates, in their attempt to loot an outpost. Only through the timely intervention of the 112th Terran Logistics Squadron did they narrowly escape, but not without suffering heavy damage to the Argonautica.

This harrowing encounter opened the eyes of Persal.org to the dangers lurking in the galaxy. Realizing that exploration could not be their sole focus, the organization decided to expand its fleet and take on considerable debt to bolster their logistics and support capabilities. The addition of various ships allowed them to navigate more efficiently through treacherous regions and ensure their safety during future expeditions.

Over the years, Persal.org‘s mining and salvage operations thrived, providing a stable income to support their exploration and scientific endeavors. They built a reputation for successfully completing difficult jobs and handling hazardous situations. As their resources grew, they expanded their scientific research and delved deeper into the mysteries of the cosmos.

Finally, after decades of hard work and persistence, Persal.org found itself in a position of financial stability. They could now focus on their passion for exploration and scientific inquiry without neglecting the security of their team. Their mobile headquarters, the Wanderer, is a self-sustaining flying fortress, capable of supporting the crew during long expeditions and serving as a trading outpost to foster diplomatic relationships with Ashen Concord and the Ilvari Dominion.

Today, Persal.org, due to its expanded activities, stands as a shining beacon for all freelancers that want to join it.
The legacy of Marcus Ilya Holt lives on through the organisation, which continues to push the boundaries of scientific exploration and understanding while bringing profit to all its members … even if they do not always share its goals.