Upper Formation

Background
The Upper Formation is a mysterious group of an estimated 12-17 Kashni who are directly descendant from the original group of entrepreneurs who caused the collapse of the Ha'Ruu. The Upper Formation has complete, oligarchic control over the Kashni Empire. While much is unknown about the individuals, together they form a violent group with a lust for technological advancement and galactic domination. They are believed to be not only the most powerful members of the Kashni Empire but also the wealthiest by a significant factor. It is also estimated that the majority have control over corporations within the Empire, spanning a range of commodities and trades.

Formation
The Upper Formation was born directly out of the collapse of the ancient Ha'Ruu some 300-500 years ago. The group initially consisted of 15 members, specifically those that created the technology that led to the cataclysm ending the Ha'Ruu dynasty. They were among the first settlers to Proxima Centauri.

Pre-RSC
The Upper formation created great amounts of tension with the neighboring Qinto before the formation of the RSC, however never made an official attack on the species. Qinto ruler T'Sola Ara Suul made great efforts to diplomatically and peacefully interact with the Kashni Empire, however these attempts were largely fruitless.

UF and the RSC
The Upper Formation, following the birth of the RSC, seemed to greatly fear the newborn prowess of the government, lending to a potential desire to crush them before becoming too powerful. The Dyson-sphere incident on Alpha Centauri B, as well as the attack on Blood Keep, show that the attempts did not work for the Kashni Empire. Instead, it led to a cold war climate that would last for the next 22 years.