The year is 2380; the Alpha Quadrant is rebuilding. A new peace has been formed between the Federation and the Romulan Empire, resulting in a truly stable alliance between the Federation, Klingons, and Romulans. One of the major endeavors of the new Alliance is Starbase Republic, a station sitting on the edge of unknown space, the Galactic Core. The station is crewed mainly by Federation officers, along with several Romulan officers and a few select from other governments. The directive of Starbase Republic; to explore, defend, and survive the new territory.