Factions: Luminary vs Foundationalist

The Nexus is shaped by the tension between two factions. Every facility you build shifts the Sun Balance — a system-wide indicator of which faction holds more influence.

The Luminary

Knowledge, exploration, and technological advancement.

• Control Power Plants, Research Facilities, and Spaceports
• Increase reward rarity, unlock new modifiers, and enable interplanetary logistics
• Missions aligned with Luminary facilities award Luminary Points

The Foundationalist

Industry, community, and self-sufficiency.

• Control Farms, Housing, and Factories
• Increase item potential, boost production, and strengthen the colony’s foundation
• Missions aligned with Foundationalist facilities award Foundationalist Points

Sun Balance

The Sun Balance tracks the equilibrium between the two factions across the entire star system. As players complete facilities, the balance shifts. This affects which faction’s technologies and bonuses are more prominent system-wide. Both factions contribute essential benefits, so a healthy balance is key to maximising your rewards.