As settlers explored the dark, unknown regions of space, they discovered a celestial port that led to a beautiful and expansive system. It was the gateway to a place they dubbed ldquoNew Edenrdquo. Rich in minerals and resources, New Eden was bombarded with throngs of pilots hoping to stake their claim amongst fighters, pirates and corporations. Millions flourished in wealth and millions more died in warfare before the wormhole suddenly closed, severing the colonists from Earth ndash forever. A dark age fell upon New Eden for thousands of years before four dominant nations states emerged Amarr, Minmatar, Gallente, Caldari.