<p>For quite some time I have been speaking with Larry and Bill and others about Vrusk. Along the same lines as the rest of the Core Four, we have been trying to make each Race as distinctive as possible. Therefore, we have to try as best we can to create unique perspectives and points of view for each Race, while keeping in mind that all are sentient and would want some kind of love to sustain themselves and give them a sense of higher purpose.<br /><br />Humans have the family. That works - as do the Yazirian Clans. No problem there. I think we are well on our way with the Dralasites, although we might need some more polish. But what about the Vrusk?<br /><br />My proposal for the Vrusk is that they derive their love, their sense of purpose, their BEING, if you will, from IDENTITY. That is, their job and place in the society is the most important aspect to them. This is what makes the Vrusk Corporation so important.<br /><br />After fertilization, Vrusk eggs are sent to special hatching centers by their parents. At this point, the young Vrusk is essentially "given away" and the parents are not a part of the Vrusk's life any more. The various Corporations are assigned young Vrusk to nurture and educate in the ways of their own company.</p><br /><p>This is seen by Humans, and some Yazirians, as very cruel. But to the Vrusk, it is perfectly acceptable. Within a few years of hatching, Vrusk youngsters are given various roles in the Corporation to try out and see what they like during their educations. The key here is the ancient Hivemind. Vrusk are "hard wired" to have these roles, and they want them as soon as possible. While the Hivemind was destroyed centuries ago, it still has cultural, historical, religous/spiritual, and even genetic influence on Vrusk society - even the very young.</p><br /><p>Hence, Vrusk need to BELONG. It's not about stability, per se. It's about having that role. Promotion and progress are also very important, but the foundation/core job identity is essential. Changing jobs is fine - the Vrusk are not too rigid in this regard - but maintaining a defined role is crucial.<br /><br />Vrusk Corporations are somewhat different than their counterparts in other races. They have more of a social responsibility and engage in much fewer mergers and acquisitions. A young Vrusk calculates what is loosely translated as a "youth debt" to the Corporation that raises him or her. This debt can be paid off with gradual service to the Corporation, or in a lump sum so they can take another job. Most Vrusk (60%) stay with the Corporations of their youths for at least 30 years after full maturity.<br /><br />Just an idea - but again I think it is really important to build unique mentalities and perspective for each of the Core Four. More to come...</p>
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