Sophon

The Sophons are one of the playable factions in Endless Space. Curious and eager to learn, they place the highest emphasis on science and technological progress.

ORIGINS
The Sophons evolved on Hekim, a rocky world orbiting a blue star. They evolved quickly because their sun produced a large amount of radiation, increasing the rate of mutation.[1]

Despite their frail form and almost dangerous level of curiosity, the Sophons somehow survived the process of natural selection and developed a civilization. Before long, the Sophons were traveling across the cosmic strings of the galaxy.

CULTURE
Curious, analytical, and inquisitive, the Sophons are a people who pride knowledge above all else.

No theory -- or machine -- is so perfect that it couldn't be improved with a bit of tinkering; advances come both in great leaps and in tiny increments. And, occasionally, violent explosions.

The Sophons travel the galaxy driven by their thirst to discover and understand. As such, they view war as nothing more than a distraction from the important things in life. However, with their advanced technologies, they can become a surprisingly dangerous foe.

GENIOCRATIC DEMARCHYOF HEKIM
Sophon society is devoted to learning, philosophy, exploration, and study. They view the universe not only with awe, but also as an intellectual puzzle for them to unravel. Optimistic, they hold full faith in scientific progress and technological advancement.

To the Sophons war is a wasteful undertaking, imposed on them by more warlike aliens. They prefer cooperation with and, if possible, the studying (with occasional dissection) of other species.

THE SOPHON TRIUMVIRATE
The Geniocratic Demarchy of Hekim (also referred to as the Sophon Republic or simply "Sophonity") is ruled by a triumvirate. While the structure and responsibilities can change with each new government, the current roles are:

Ziawauid Deaimim  -  Provisor of External Affairs  (diplomacy, defense, etc.)

Leumac Seyaga  -  Provisor of Internal Affairs  (police, infrastructure, etc.)

Keuytha Chuedoal  -  Provisor of Future Affairs  (education, research, etc.)