The Confederation is one of two main governments in the computer game Escape Velocity.

History

According to the game, as humanity expanded into the Milky Way Galaxy, the new colonies operated independently of each other. However, an invasion by an unknown alien race forced the colonies to unify under Earth's leadership. This became known as the Confederation. The Confederation and the aliens fought a bloody war, with millions of humans being killed. Eventually the Confederation prevailed. Years after the war ended, many in the outer worlds felt that the Confederation was becoming corrupt and oppressive. They seceded from the Confederation and became known as the Rebellion. At the start of the game, the two sides are locked in a bloody stalemate.

Ships

The Confederation uses four ships in its military. They are:

• Confederate Patrol Ship
• Confederate Gunboat
• Confederate Frigate
• Confederate Cruiser