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As for Mianmi- the "messiah" at the end of her life promised to return before heading into the mountains, where the smaller and weaker males could not follow. The Leraay eventually developed the technology to explore the mountains, then the sky, and then outer space in an attempt to find her. But they never did. Most Leraay today no longer believe in the religion, but given the diversity and freedom of thought in the Consortium, there are still conservative groups that take the practices of this fictional character very seriously. Yet another thing we could potentially manipulate, if we get the chance.
Sadly, it seems due to the luck of the draw and the secrecy of the current Consortium administration that we <span class="mu-s">aren't able to manipulate</span> any of their markets or research at this time. Getting some ears to the ground is useful, as you learn that the enemy attack is advancing <span class="mu-s">much faster then you first anticipated</span>. This means you have less time to prepare and fill out your tech tree then you first thought. It's out of your hands now, and you will have to adjust accordingly...
In the meantime; looking over your defensive plans for The Stand- you see very few cracks or weaknesses. The isolation of this outpost means there are little other targets for collateral damage. However, your new star admiral in the form of Hass Takar has taken over a month to finally get shipped out here. This military outpost is far from everything. While you are preparing to do battle here, you consider briefly if it may be worth colonizing this system to bring valuable resources, personnel, and a work force closer to where the battle will happen. Of course, that will end up meaning more targets for the enemy to shoot at. But, the Hegemony and Supreme Ruler are nothing but pragmatic. Civilian targets will, after all, serve as useful distractions if your only goal is winning the war. But is that really a sacrifice you're willing to make?
>Colonize the system with Civilians
>Keep this a militarized outpost
