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{{otheruses|the corporation|the game sourcebook|Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3}}
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{{otheruses|the corporation|the game sourcebook|Interstellar Players 3: Interstellar Expeditions}}
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{{InfoBoxManufacturer
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| image = Interstellar Expeditions.jpg
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| imagewidth = 150px
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| caption = Company Logo
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| Previous Names = Star Group <br/> Mutual Exploration Network
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| Founded = [[2974]]
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| Interstellar = Yes
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| Mercenary Outreach = [[Galatea]]
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| Inner Sphere sites = [[Denebola]], [[Castrovia]], [[Midway]], [[Manassas]], [[Loyalty]], [[Gulf Breeze]], [[Tukayyid]]
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| Periphery sites  = [[Richmond]], [[Detroit]], [[Mitchella]], [[All Dawn]]
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|}}
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'''Interstellar Expeditions''' was once a disorganised collective of hobbyists and academics backed by the idle wealthy investigating mysteries such as the fate of the [[Minnesota Tribe]]. However Interstellar Expeditions has emerged from the [[Jihad]] to take up the mission once claimed by [[ComStar|ComStar's]] [[Explorer Corps]]: to search for the elusive hiding places where humanity's enemies might have gone. From the dead worlds on the borders of the [[Inner Sphere]] itself, to the distant, uncharted reaches of the [[Deep Periphery]].
  
{{InfoBoxCorporation
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==Company Profile==
| image = Interstellar Expeditions.jpg
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'''Terran Stock Exchange Ticker:''' INEX
| founded = [[2974]]<ref name=ISP3-10>''Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3'', pp. 10–11: "Interstellar Expeditions: A Primer - A Paradox - The Past"</ref>
 
| dissolved =  
 
| affiliation =  
 
| previous_names = {{Ubl|Star Group;|Mutual Exploration Network}}
 
| headquarters = [[Aur]]<ref name=IP3p12>''Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3'', p. 12: "Interstellar Expeditions Corporate Data"</ref>
 
| leadership = [[CEO of Interstellar Expeditions|CEO]]
 
| products = {{Ubl|Cartography,|genealogical research,|archaeological digs,|anthropological investigations}}
 
| parent =
 
| divisions =
 
| plants =
 
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'''Interstellar Expeditions''' was once a disorganized collective of hobbyists and academics backed by the idle wealthy investigating mysteries such as the fate of the [[Minnesota Tribe]]. However Interstellar Expeditions has emerged from the [[Jihad]] to take up the mission once claimed by [[ComStar|ComStar's]] [[Explorer Corps (ComStar)|Explorer Corps]]: to search for the elusive hiding places where humanity's enemies might have gone. From the dead worlds on the borders of the [[Inner Sphere]], to the distant, uncharted reaches of the [[Deep Periphery]].
 
  
==Overview==
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'''Corporate HQ:''' [[Aur]]
===Early History===
 
The origins of Interstellar Expeditions lie in the merger of two wildly different groups of archaeologists, historians and anthropologists from across the [[Inner Sphere]]; the '''Star Group''' and '''Mutual Exploration Network''' (MEN).<ref name=ISP3-10/><ref name=ISP-38>''Interstellar Players'', pp. 38–39: "Interstellar Expeditions - History"</ref><ref name=AWS>''As War Spreads, IE Emerges as Unlikely Employer''</ref>
 
  
The Star Group, formed from the merger of the '''Millennium Foundation''' and the '''Federation of Star Lookers''' in [[2889]], specialized in mounting archaeological expeditions for universities and museums. While initially widely respected, as the [[Third Succession War]] dragged on and research funding dried up, the Star Group was increasingly forced to turn to fortune hunting to remain viable, darkening its reputation as "mercenary archeologists" whose ethics could be bought, with a number of its members engaged in blatant treasure hunting. When the bulk of its more respectable academics chose to leave in [[2968]] in response to this direction, the Star Group considered disbanding entirely until they were approached by the Mutual Exploration Network.<ref name=ISP3-10/><ref name=ISP-38/>
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'''President/CEO:''' Dr. [[Naomi Wilson]] (Circa 3130), [[Reiner Wooden]] (????-????)
  
Founded in [[2894]], unlike the academically respected Star Group, the MEN was an entirely amateur organization of wealthy spendthrifts, conspiracy theorists and archaeological hobbyists whose only stated goal was to discover the truth behind the great mysteries of the universe, ranging from the fate of the Minnesota Tribe to seeking out the Greys, alien abductors who supposedly plagued twentieth century Terra. Much of the remaining members of the Star Group expressed concern that the goals of both groups were too divergent, but in truth both sides complemented the other, the Star Group offering the organizational leadership and academic credentials that the more amateur MEN lacked, while MEN provided the funding the Star Group desperately needed, with Interstellar Expeditions born in [[2974]]. The new entity proved far stronger than its component parts and quickly mounted a number of highly successful expeditions.<ref name=ISP3-10/><ref name=ISP-38/>
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'''Director of Publications:''' Dr. [[Saga Brest]] (Circa 3074)<ref name=HOP10>''Historical: Operation Klondike'', p. 10, "Introduction"</ref>
  
In October 3044, a group of archeologists from Interstellar Expeditions contracted the mercenary group [[Ace Darwin's WhipIts]] to provide security while they performed a dig on an abandoned Star League–era city on the planet [[Anywhere]], in the [[Lyran Commonwealth]].<ref>''Shrapnel'' #8, pp. 136–139: ''Ace Darwin and the Battle of the Beer Fridge''</ref>
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==Overview==
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===Early History===
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The origins of Interstellar Expeditions lie in the merger of two wildly different groups of archaeologists, historians and anthropologists from across the [[Inner Sphere]]; the '''Star Group''' and '''Mutual Exploration Network''' (MEN).<ref name=ISP-38>''Interstellar Players'', pp. 38-39 "Interstellar Expeditions - History"</ref><ref name=ISP3-10>''Interstellar Players 3: Interstellar Expeditions'', pp. 10-11 "Interstellar Expeditions: A Primer - A Paradox - The Past"</ref>
  
Soon after, the local government attacked the archeological site, intending to seize all [[Lostech]]. A battle between the local police and militia 'Mechs and Ace Darwin's people followed. The WhipIts defeated them and protected IE team while they evacuated.<ref>''Shrapnel'' #8, p. 147: ''Ace Darwin and the Battle of the Beer Fridge''</ref>
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The Star Group, itself formed from the merger of the '''Millennium Foundation''' and the '''Federation of Star Lookers''' in [[2889]], specialized in mounting archaeological expeditions for universities and museums. While initially widely respected, as the [[Third Succession War]] dragged on and research funding dried up, the Star Group was increasingly forced to turn to fortune hunting to remain viable, darkening its reputation as "mercenary archeologists" whose ethics could be bought, with a number of its members engaged in blatant treasure hunting. When the bulk of its more respectable academics chose to leave in [[2968]] in response to this direction, the Star Group considered disbanding entirely until they were approached by the Mutual Exploration Network.<ref name=ISP-38/><ref name=ISP3-10/>
  
===Thirty-first Century===
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Founded in [[2894]], unlike the academically respected Star Group, the MEN was an entirely amateur organization of wealthy spendthrifts, conspiracy theorists and archaeological hobbyists whose only stated goal was to discover the truth behind the great mysteries of the universe, ranging from the fate of the Minnesota Tribe to seeking out the Greys, alien abductors who supposedly plagued twentieth century Terra. Much of the remaining members of the Star Group expressed concern that the goals of both groups were too divergent, but in truth both sides complemented the other, the Star Group offering the organizational leadership and academic credentials that the more amateur MEN lacked, while MEN provided the funding the Star Group desperately needed, with Interstellar Expeditions born in 2974. The new entity proved far stronger than its component parts and quickly mounted a number of highly successful expeditions.<ref name=ISP-38/><ref name=ISP3-10/>
As of [[3095]], Interstellar Expeditions had extended operations anti-spinward as far as [[SLSC G1IV.2510]].<ref name="ISP3:IEp51">''Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3'', p. 51: "Current IE Operations"</ref>  Interstellar Expeditions have made very public their "Grand Tours" where they retrace the [[Minnesota Tribe]]'s path through the Draconis Combine in 2825.  They have recovered artifacts including patches, uniforms, tissue sample, and one corpse.<ref name=IP-46>''Interstellar Players'', pp. 46–47: "Interstellar Expeditions - Gamemaster's Section - Known Facts - Minnesota Tribe"</ref>
 
  
 
==Operations==
 
==Operations==
 
IE performs both mundane tasks such as genealogical research and more esoteric pursuits like stellar cartography, archaeological digs, anthropological investigations, and researching into lost colonies and [[Star League]]-era storage depots.<ref name="TCp28"/>
 
IE performs both mundane tasks such as genealogical research and more esoteric pursuits like stellar cartography, archaeological digs, anthropological investigations, and researching into lost colonies and [[Star League]]-era storage depots.<ref name="TCp28"/>
  
IE operates according to the local laws of the operation and the guidelines of the Interstellar Archaeological and Anthropological Society (IAAS).<ref name="TCp28">''Total Chaos'', p. 28: "Interstellar Expeditions"</ref>
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IE operates according to the local laws of the operation and the guidelines of the Interstellar Archaeological and Anthropological Society (IAAS).<ref name="TCp28">''Total Chaos'', p. 28, "INTERSTELLAR EXPEDITIONS"</ref>
  
 
IE hires mercenary command to carry out a nebulous range of services, that go from escort duties, security operations, investigations (criminal or otherwise), and other ad hoc tasks that might be required depending on the location and the situation. A generous allowance of the contract is the provision that the mercenary command retains the right to hire themselves out on parallel short-term contracts to concerns whose needs do not directly conflict with those of IE or the employer of IE. The company expects that the unit does not engage in criminal behavior. If the company learns of any illicit activity on the part of the mercenaries (regardless of the type), the mercenaries can expect immediate termination of their contract and loss of all supplied transportation and financial assistance. If the mercenaries violate the bylaws and strictures of the IAAS (for example despoiling a dig site by plunder or destruction), IE might go one further step and will blacklist the mercenary force as rogues or criminals and issue rewards for their apprehension.<ref name="TCp28"/>
 
IE hires mercenary command to carry out a nebulous range of services, that go from escort duties, security operations, investigations (criminal or otherwise), and other ad hoc tasks that might be required depending on the location and the situation. A generous allowance of the contract is the provision that the mercenary command retains the right to hire themselves out on parallel short-term contracts to concerns whose needs do not directly conflict with those of IE or the employer of IE. The company expects that the unit does not engage in criminal behavior. If the company learns of any illicit activity on the part of the mercenaries (regardless of the type), the mercenaries can expect immediate termination of their contract and loss of all supplied transportation and financial assistance. If the mercenaries violate the bylaws and strictures of the IAAS (for example despoiling a dig site by plunder or destruction), IE might go one further step and will blacklist the mercenary force as rogues or criminals and issue rewards for their apprehension.<ref name="TCp28"/>
 
==Known Bases==
 
Mercenary Outreach: [[Galatea]]<ref name=IP3p12/>
 
 
Stellar and Planetary Exploration Division (SPED)<ref name=IP3p12/>:
 
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* [[All Dawn]]
 
* [[Castrovia]]
 
* [[Denebola]]
 
* [[Detroit]]
 
* [[Gulf Breeze]]
 
* [[Loyalty]]
 
* [[Manassas]]
 
* [[Midway]]
 
* [[Mitchella]]
 
* [[Richmond]]
 
* [[Tukayyid]]
 
{{div col end}}
 
  
 
==Ships==
 
==Ships==
Interstellar Expeditions operates both [[JumpShips]] and [[DropShips]], at least one small [[WarShip]], and various named [[Small Craft]]. They are also noted for emplacing science satellites. Some listed here have been lost to military, criminal, or even employee action.
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Interstellar Expeditions operates both [[JumpShips]] and [[DropShips]], and at least one small [[WarShip]].
  
 
;WarShips
 
;WarShips
:*''[[Bug-Eye]]''-class surveillance vessel - ''[[Adean Dulcimer]]''<ref name="ISP3:IEp31">''Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3'', p. 31: "Kerensky's Secret"</ref>
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:*[[Bug-Eye]]-class Surveillance Vessel - at least one.<ref name="IP3:IEp113+">''Interstellar Players 3: Interstellar Expeditions'', p. 113-114, "Bug-Eye Class Surveillance WarShip"</ref>
 
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;JumpShips
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:*Unknown class - [[Mariana]] (later traded to [[Clan Diamond Shark]]<ref name="ISP3:IEp98">''Interstellar Players 3: Interstellar Expeditions'', p. 98, "Report #259S: Clan Diamond Shark"</ref>
:* unknown class - ''[[Hatshepsut]]'',<ref name="ISP3:IEp97">''Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3'', p. 97: "Report #133J: Clan Jade Falcon"</ref> ''[[Hawass]]'',<ref name="ISP3:IEp97" /> ''[[Marco Polo]]'',<ref name="ISP3:IEp67">''Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3'', p. 67: "New Delphi Compact"</ref> ''[[Mariana]]'',<ref name="ISP3:IEp98">''Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3'', p. 98: "Report #259S: Clan Diamond Shark"</ref> ''[[Montpelier]]'',<ref name="ISP3p53">''Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3'', p. 53: "Recent Developments"</ref> ''[[Vespucci]]''<ref name="ISP3:IEp96">''Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3'', pp. 96–97: "Report #817H: Clan Hell's Horses"</ref>
 
:* ''[[Invader]]''-class - ''[[Diodorus Siculus]]''<ref name="ISP3:IEp11">''Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3'', p. 11: "The Future"</ref>
 
:*''[[Merchant]]''-class - ''[[Kenneth Oakley]]'',<ref name="ISP3:IEp11" /> ''[[William Boyd Dawkins]]''<ref name="ISP3:IEp11" />
 
:* ''[[Explorer]]''-class - ''[[Sacajawea]]''<ref>''Forgotten Worlds: The Hunt for Jardine'', ch. 4</ref>
 
:* ''[[Scout (JumpShip class)|Scout]]''-class - ''[[Hiram Bingham III]]'',<ref name="ISP3:IEp11" /> ''[[Kitty Hawk (Individual Scout-class JumpShip)]]''<ref name="ISP3:IEp11" />
 
  
 
;DropShips
 
;DropShips
:*Unknown class - ''[[Clarke (Individual DropShip)|Clarke]]'',<ref>''Forgotten Worlds: The Hunt for Jardine'', chs. 4–5</ref> ''[[Cousteau]]'',<ref name="ISP3:IEp96a">''Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3'', p. 96: "Report #215D: Ghost Bear Dominion"</ref> ''[[Howard Carter]]''<ref name="ISP3:IEp4+">''Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3'', pp. 4–7: "Shades and Spirits"</ref>
 
:*''[[Union]]''-class - ''[[Grave Robber]]''<ref name="ISP3:IEp4+" />
 
 
;Named Small Craft
 
:* [[Astrolux]] - ''[[McKenna (Individual Astrolux-class Small Craft)|McKenna]]''<ref name=FW:B1>''Forgotten Worlds, Book One: The Hunt for Jardine'' (Prologue)</ref>
 
:* [[K-1]] - ''[[Columbus (Individual K-1-class DropShuttle)|Columbus]]'',<ref>''Forgotten Worlds, Book One: The Hunt for Jardine''</ref> ''[[Magellan (Individual K-1-class DropShuttle)|Magellan]]'',<ref name=FJ3>''Forgotten Worlds, Book Two: Finding Jardine'', ch. 3</ref>
 
 
;Other Spacecraft
 
:*[[FIGYEL II]] Scientific Satellite - Numerous deployed.<ref name="TR:VArp132">''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised'', p. 132: "FIGYEL II Science Satellite"</ref>
 
 
==Affiliations==
 
* [[Colmar Myomics]]<ref name=AWS/>
 
* [[Contard Mining]]<ref name=AWS/>
 
* [[Grant Station University Pharmaceuticals]]<ref name=AWS/>
 
* [[IMB Systems]]<ref name=AWS/>
 
* [[Maltex Corporation]]<ref name=AWS/>
 
* [[Micron]]<ref name=AWS/>
 
* [[Yoris University Amalgamated]]<ref name=AWS/>
 
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
* ''[[List of Solaris Broadcasting Co. articles#As War Spreads....|BattleCorps Solaris Broadcasting Co., 20/04/3068: "As War Spreads..."]]''
 
 
* ''[[Historical: Operation Klondike]]''
 
* ''[[Historical: Operation Klondike]]''
* ''[[Interstellar Expeditions: Interstellar Players 3]]''
 
 
* ''[[Interstellar Players]]''
 
* ''[[Interstellar Players]]''
* [[Shrapnel #8|''Shrapnel'', issue #8]]
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* ''[[Interstellar Players 3: Interstellar Expeditions]]''
 
* ''[[Total Chaos]]''
 
* ''[[Total Chaos]]''
  
  
 
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