Mandalore

Mandalore is a type-I planet found within the Imperium of Andarra. It is famous for its unique culture that prioritises the diversity of its members and the adherence to The Way. Furthermore, it is the capital of the Mandalore sub-sector.

In .M17 A.D., the Mandalore sub-sector was separated from the rest of the Imperium through a series of warp storms that essentially drew a line between Imperial and Mandalorian space. The sub-sector declared its independence from the Imperium and pursued its own agenda for almost two millennia until it was ultimately reintegrated into the Imperium with the signing of the Treaty of Hiigara at the end of the Second Galactic War

Geography
The planet has often been compared to pre-warp Terra with its natural beauty. Sprawling mountains cover the landscape and azure-blue oceans span as far as the eye can see. One of the planet's most notable feature is the massive crater found near the northern pole of the planet.

Despite its pristine condition, the planet is filled with dangerous fauna and flora. Giant creatures roam the vast plains of Mandalore, destroying entire villages in its wake. The people of Mandalore were thus forced to adapt to their harsh environment, which contributed greatly to the creation of their culture and philosophy.

Pre-Imperium
Mandalore was once home to an ancient alien race known only as the Precursors, who are rumoured to have created the warp relays, the Eye of Maw, and even the immaterium. Ancient ruins can be found throughout the planet's landscape, though any attempts to venture into these ruins have always yielded no results.

The planet was first colonised by humanity right before the Great Collapse in M7 A.D. Back then, the planet was named New Terra for its resemblance to humanity's homeworld Due to the low amount of colonists that came to the system, they were able to conserve much of their resources. Nevertheless, the planet suffered the same catastrophe that ravaged the galaxy, plunging the system into a state of isolationism. Their low numbers also came with a disadvantage as many of the settlements on Mandalore would find themselves under attack by the dangerous wildlife that thrive on the planet. These circumstances forced the scattered tribes to unite under the rule of a single man named Mandalore the Vigilant. He created a strict hierarchal order that espoused values such as honour and honesty, which would ultimately culminate in the creation of The Way. Through his actions, his new society was able to conquer the rest of the planet with relative ease. For a period of time, there was peace—but peace was not a prospect that the true followers of Mandalore should achieve, for, with peace, their way of life would falter into obscurity; and with the loss of their life, they would revert back to their prey status prior to Mandalore's unification.